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ZEISS Professional Portrait Now in vivo’s V Series: A Leap Forward in Smartphone Imaging with the New V40 Series

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SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — vivo today unveiled the new V40 series, including V40 and V40 Pro, its latest smartphones designed to elevate the mobile portrait photography experience. Featuring a professional-grade portrait system co-engineered with ZEISS, V40 series empowers users to capture portraits and videos that tell their story in stunning quality. V40 and V40 Pro also boast a powerful battery, all housed in a sleek, lightweight design – making them vivo’s slimmest devices with a 5500 mAh[1] battery to date.

“With V40 series, we’ve focused on blending powerful mobile portrait photography, lasting battery performance and sleek design as a way to enhance the overall user experience. We partnered with ZEISS to co-engineer a professional-level portrait system that provides endless opportunities for creativity and self-expression,” said Yongduan Zhou, General Manager of the Overseas Product Department at vivo. “The long-lasting battery, effortless performance, immersive display, and intuitive interface ensure that users can stay connected, productive, and entertained throughout their day. We think of each device as more than a smartphone, it is a companion that enhances every aspect of your digital life.”

All you Need for Portrait Photography

V40 series is meticulously engineered for professional-level portrait photography. Both V40 and V40 Pro achieve the quality and imaging performance standards jointly defined by vivo and ZEISS. This ensures the exceptional image quality and creative control that ZEISS Optics are known for.

Users can capture every detail with the 50 MP ZEISS OIS Main Camera[2], available on both models. The 50 MP ZEISS OIS Main Camera[3] on V40 Pro uses the new 1/1.56-inch Sony IMX921 sensor, while V40 features the 1/1.56-inch Samsung ISOCELL GNJ Sensor. Both models have an f/1.88 aperture that enhances light intake, ensuring clear portraits and landscape photos at night. The powerful Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) further reduces blur and achieves a 2.8x[4] light intake for consistently sharp and bright images.

For capturing portraits or distant subjects with remarkable clarity, V40 Pro boasts an exclusive 50 MP ZEISS Telephoto Portrait Camera[5]. This camera features the Sony IMX816 sensor and allows for 2x optical zoom and up to 50x ZEISS Ultra HD Zoom.

Both V40 and V40 Pro feature a 50 MP ZEISS Ultra Wide-Angle Camera[6] with an f/2.0 aperture and autofocus tracking. With an ultrawide 119° angle[7] and powerful autofocus, it is ideal for capturing stunning landscapes or group portraits, ensuring everyone fits in the photo. At the front, the 50 MP ZEISS Group Selfie Camera[8] is equipped with smart autofocus, helping users take detailed and colorful selfies. The front camera image quality is further improved thanks to the AI Facial Contouring Technology that effectively reduces common facial distortion[9] issues, including protruding or enlarged facial features, resulting in more natural-looking portraits.

The new V40 series goes beyond the ordinary with innovative features that empower creativity. With ZEISS Multifocal Portrait, users can integrate professional portrait focal lengths into their mobile photography. V40 Pro offers 24 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, and 100 mm focal lengths, while V40 supports 24 mm, 35 mm and 50 mm. For a seamless point-and-shoot experience, V40 series offers master-level professional portrait templates tailored to various scenarios. Each focal length offers optimized color tones and is paired with a corresponding ZEISS Style Bokeh, offering a variety of powerful portrait effects.

V40 series is optimized for movie-like video content with options to shoot cinematic videos in 4K. V40 and V40 Pro offer ZEISS Cinematic Bokeh Video that creates a unique oval bokeh and a 2:39:1 aspect ratio, lending a classic film aesthetic to any video creation. The movie-like style is further enhanced with ZEISS Focus Transition. With this feature, the focus switches smoothly and follows the main character automatically based on the direction they are facing. The protagonist in the video remains the highlight, creating a movie-like atmosphere.

Bringing Studio-Quality Lighting with a Smarter Aura Light

V40 series redefines portrait lighting with the upgraded AI Aura Light Portrait. V40 Pro boasts a smaller Aura Light which, when using 2x zoom, is three times brighter compared to its predecessor and 50 times softer compared to a regular flash[10]. The newly upgraded electronically controlled dimming technology optimizes lighting according to portrait scenarios, ensuring clear and bright faces even at 4x zoom.

Both V40 and V40 Pro feature Studio-Quality professional fill light, enhancing depth and dimensionality. The new AI 3D Studio Lighting helps enhance image quality by adding precise and natural fill light for challenging lighting conditions. AI 3D Studio Lighting utilizes advanced AI algorithms for 3D facial light recognition analysis, offering an additional layer of 3D fill light to enhance the portraits taken in low light or at night. The Aura Light capabilities have been extended to include indoor backlit scenarios and support all focal lengths. Users can now also use it to capture stunning images of family and friends with the Festival Portrait style, including two distinct LUTs that enhance the festive feel with carefully calibrated colors. Further, the new Dynamic Light feature allows the Aura Light on the back of the phone to be used in various scenarios, such as message notification flash and photo countdown flash.

Smooth Performance with a Powerful Battery that Lasts

V40 series is designed to keep up with users’ active lifestyle. The large 5500 mAh BlueVolt battery allows users to listen to music for up to 63 hours[11]. When the battery is low, users can rely on the 80W FlashCharge Technology and Fast charging Mode[12] to quickly power up and stay connected.

vivo has engineered a high-capacity battery within a slim body by employing a range of innovative technologies. Using second-generation silicon-carbon anode, the battery achieves a 20% higher[13] energy density, and the capacity is increased by approximately 1,000 mAh[14] compared with regular batteries of the same size.

Effortless Performance and Immersive Entertainment

V40 series delivers a seamless user experience for work and entertainment. V40 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ Flagship Chipset, while V40 utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon® 7 Gen 3 Mobile Platform. Both models support up to 12GB + 12GB Extended RAM[15], providing larger memory space and smooth switching between apps. Users can multitask effortlessly with over 40 apps[16] running in the background.

For an immersive entertainment experience, V40 series has 1.5K Ultra Clear Sunlight Display (AMOLED) and 3D curved screen. The 120 Hz refresh rate ensures smooth visuals, while the peak brightness reaches 4500 nits, 60.7% higher than the previous generation, providing a clear and vibrant display even under bright sunlight. V40 series comes with a triple SGS certification for low blue light, low flicker and low motion blur, promoting eye health and ensuring comfortable viewing in various lighting conditions[17].

For the first time in the V series, V40 series introduces a Dual Stereo Speaker system, delivering 3D stereo sound with balanced and rich bass. This elevates the audio experience for videos, music, and games.

Exquisite Yet Durable Slim Design in Four Show-stopping Colors

V40 series combines durability and elegance within a slim and lightweight form. V40 and V40 Pro are built to last with a Comprehensive Cushioning Structure that provides enhanced shock absorption, while the protective glass is made from high-performance Schott α, increasing drop resistance by 47%[18].

The V40 series devices are the slimmest vivo phones with a 5500 mAh battery to date, measuring only 7.58 mm in thickness[19]. The 3D curved screen offers a comfortable grip and immersive visual experience. V40 series also showcases a stunning redesigned camera module, now featuring a Gemini Ring Design. Inspired by the Gemini constellation, the camera module complements the overall design craftsmanship, adding a touch of luxury.

V40 series introduces four new colors. Nebula Purple (V40 only) is a gray-toned purple shade, featuring delicate Fluorite AG shimmer. Sunglow Peach (V40 only) is a warm, sunrise-inspired peach color with a glossy glass finish and dynamic magnetic ink textures. Meteor Blue (V40 & V40 Pro) has a pure blue hue with a glossy transparent texture that adds a dynamic effect. Moonlight White (V40 & V40 Pro) is a soft interplay of blue and white hues with an Anti-Fingerprint Coating. Stellar Silver (V40 & V40 Pro) is an elegant colorway that uses AG technology for enhanced scratch and fingerprint resistance.

Pricing and Availability

Starting today, vivo V40 series will be available in India, and will gradually roll out to other markets. The availability, pricing and specifications of each model may vary according to local market conditions and consumer preferences. For details on pricing and color options, please visit vivo’s official website.

About vivo

vivo is a technology company that creates great products based on a design-driven value, with smart devices and intelligent services as its core. The company aims to build a bridge between humans and the digital world. Through unique creativity, vivo provides users with an increasingly convenient mobile and digital life.

While bringing together and developing the best local talents to deliver excellence, vivo is supported by a network of R&D centers including Shenzhen, Dongguan, Nanjing, Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai and Xi’an, focusing on the development of state-of-the-art consumer technologies, including 5G, artificial intelligence, industrial design, photography and other up-and-coming technologies. vivo has also set up an intelligent manufacturing network (including those authorized by vivo), with an annual production capacity of nearly 200 million smartphones. As of now, vivo has branched out its sales network across more than 60 countries and regions, and is winning more than 500 million users worldwide with its superior products and services.

Following the company’s core values, which include Benfen*, user-orientation, design-driven value, continuous learning and team spirit. vivo has implemented a sustainable development strategy, with the vision of developing into a healthier, more sustainable world-class corporation.

*”Benfen” is a term describing the attitude on doing the right things and doing things right – which is the ideal description of vivo’s mission to create value for society.

[1] The typical battery capacity is 5500 mAh, and the rated capacity is 5380 mAh.

[2] The pixel value may vary under different camera modes, and is subject to actual usage.

[3] The pixel value may vary under different camera modes, and is subject to actual usage.

[4] The 2.8x light intake is compared to cameras without OIS. All data is sourced from vivo’s laboratory tests.

[5] The pixel value may vary under different camera modes, and is subject to actual usage.

[6] The pixel value may vary under different camera modes, and is subject to actual usage.

[7] The optical field of view of the 50 MP ZEISS Ultra Wide-Angle Camera is 119°, and 109.2° after distortion correction.

[8] The pixel value may vary under different camera modes, and is subject to actual usage.

[9] The AI Facial Contouring Technology works best in single-person selfies.

[10] V40 Pro’s Aura Light data is sourced from vivo’s laboratory. At the 2x focal length, the brightness is up to three times higher compared to the V30 Pro’s Aura Light. Compared to a regular flash, the softness of the Aura Light of V40 Pro is increased by approximately 50 times.

[11] Data is sourced from vivo labs and a single app was used during the test. Duration of use test conditions: For Music, Bluetooth earphones are connected and the screen is off. Actual duration of use may vary depending on brightness, volume, environment, or other factors. Please take the actual product as standard.

[12] The Fast Charging Mode needs to be manually enabled, you can follow these steps to activate this feature: Settings – Battery – Battery health and charging – Fast charging. 

[13] A regular battery refers to a battery that uses graphite-anode materials with a terminate voltage of 3.4V, and an energy density of about 675 Wh/L.

[14] Data is theoretical value. Actual performance shall prevail.

[15] 12 GB extended RAM is realized by software. Actual available RAM/ROM is less due to the storage of the operation system and pre-installed apps.

[16] Data is obtained from vivo laboratory tests.

[17] The product is not intended for medical use.

[18] Compared with the Xensation UP glass with the same thickness, the Xensation α glass is 47% tougher in a drop test that involves 80 grit sandpaper. Data is from vivo labs.

[19] Actual dimensions may differ slightly due to variations in processes, measurement method, and material supplies.

 

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Inner City Visions releases a 24-hour virtual support center to combat Human Trafficking

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Inner City Visions offers 24-hour virtual support services through ‘Angelito’, an app to ensure at-risk children and families safety from human trafficking. Inner City Visions (ICV) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2007 in the epicenter of South Los Angeles. They engage what is statistically the most vulnerable population of at-risk and exploited youth and provide solutions to their ever-evolving hardships. Combatting human trafficking

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Inner City Visions offers 24-hour virtual support services through ‘Angelito’, an app to ensure at-risk children and families safety from human trafficking

Robert Rodriguez Co-Creator of Angilito App. “Sex Trafficking happens 24 hours a day. We need a tool that works 24 hours a day.”

Alfred Lomas, founder and Executive Director of Inner City Visions (ICV), and his team take the next step in expanding their initiatives through the creation of ‘Angelito’, an app that aims to prevent the exploitation of families and sex trafficking of at-risk children.

The community-based organization has created promising results of harm reduction at the epicenter of South Los Angeles and continues to operate and make societal improvements within that community. ICV’s anti-trafficking efforts have resulted in an 85% success rate based on a one-year programming retention process outcome (2017).

The organization’s work continues to expand as they propose a new, virtual outlet in support of victims facing risks of exploitation and sex trafficking.

‘Angelito’ aims to establish a safe space away from violence by using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for strategic assistance and to prevent harm ideation. The app serves as an easily accessible, virtual lifeline that provides 24-hour support for victims and trafficking survivors in order to reduce the high recidivism rates as a result of the existing gaps in other services. It consists of emergency response and critical care support, connectivity for high-risk trafficking survivors to essential services, algorithms supported to prevent harm ideation, data recovery for strategic interventions and prevention efforts and more.

‘Angelito’ is engineered to appear as a gaming app at first glance as a way to protect users from pimps and controllers. This hidden feature functions as a safety measure that will less likely draw a perpetrator’s attention, allowing a client to use it without the fear of getting caught.

The app highlights ICV’s unique ability to engage and connect with Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children and Youth (CSECY). ICV aims to have ‘Angelito’ be available for installation through Apple IOS and Android applications and is set to be released in the fall of 2025.

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Schools Can Engage Families More Effectively and Improve Enrollment Through Strategic Technology Use, Says Info-Tech Research Group

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With increasing competition in K-12 Education to attract and retain students, a recently published blueprint from Info-Tech Research Group will provide schools with a clear path to optimising enrollment management. By focusing on key areas such as improving operational efficiency, reducing administrative workload, and enhancing family engagement, the global research and advisory firm’s new resource is set to equip schools with the tools needed to streamline processes and make informed decisions when it comes to leveraging the power of emerging technologies. With data-driven insights and practical strategies, IT leaders in schools can select the right enrollment system, ensuring long-term success and a better overall experience for students and families.

SYDNEY, Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The K-12 educational sector is facing increasing competition as schools seek to attract and retain students while managing complex administrative tasks. Enrollment management systems play a critical role in addressing these challenges, yet schools often struggle to evaluate and implement the solution that best fits their unique needs.

Info-Tech Research Group released its latest blueprint, Optimise Enrollment Management for K-12 Education, to equip school IT leaders with the guidance they need to seamlessly integrate modern technology, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen family engagement, ultimately optimising enrollment strategies for sustained success.

‘The educational sector is rapidly transforming as schools and districts invest in technology to enhance their enrollment processes,’ says Mark Maby, principal research director at Info-Tech Research Group. ‘Enrollment management systems offer comprehensive tools to simplify various aspects of the enrollment process, including application management, automated workflows, centralised data management, personalised communication, and document review.’

Info-Tech’s data-backed resource highlights common challenges schools and their districts encounter when evaluating and selecting an enrollment management system. Many institutions fail to fully recognise the long-term value these systems can provide, resulting in missed opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and improve the student and family experience. The process of selecting the right vendor adds another layer of complexity, as schools must carefully weigh features, costs, and scalability in their decision-making process.

‘Automated workflows manage tasks such as lotteries and wait lists, while centralised data management ensures secure and accessible student information,’ explains Maby. ‘Cloud-based solutions provide scalability and accessibility, allowing administrators to manage processes from any location.’

To ensure schools are equipped to overcome these challenges, the firm recommends a proactive approach that includes evaluating system scalability, automating processes, and aligning enrollment goals with broader institutional objectives. By assessing specific capabilities and future needs, schools can select enrollment management systems that offer both immediate and long-term benefits, ensuring smooth operations and a positive experience for students and their families.

Key Benefits of Effective Enrollment Management:

In the Optimise Enrollment Management for K-12 Education blueprint, Info-Tech highlights the following three key advantages of effective enrollment management that can significantly transform operations for educational institutions:

Improved Efficiency: Automating enrollment processes reduces administrative burdens while centralised data management ensures that all relevant information is secure and accessible from a single location. This approach results in streamlined communications and the elimination of redundant tasks, helping schools operate more smoothly while saving time and resources.

Enhanced Family Engagement: A user-friendly interface, automated notifications, and personalised communication options all culminate in an advantage that fosters stronger connections with families, ensuring they are informed and involved throughout the enrollment journey. This approach also promotes equitable access to essential resources, ensuring that families have all the information they need at their fingertips.

Data-Driven Decision-Making: Schools can leverage advanced reporting and analytics tools to monitor and gain actionable insights into enrollment trends, performance metrics, and areas for improvement. This data-driven approach enables better decision-making, allowing institutions to track and monitor progress effectively and adjust strategies as needed.

By leveraging Info-Tech’s comprehensive blueprint, schools and their districts can make well-informed decisions about selecting and implementing an enrollment management system tailored to their unique needs. With a focus on increasing operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and long-term growth, this guide will equip school IT leaders with the necessary tools to enhance their enrollment strategies and create a more streamlined and engaging experience for students and families.

For exclusive and timely commentary from Mark Maby, an expert in the educational sector, and access to the complete Optimise Enrollment Management for K-12 Education blueprint, please contact pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group
Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organisations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services and SoftwareReviews for software buying insights.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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AllenComm Recognized as a Top Content Provider for Leadership Development 2025 by eLearning Industry

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AllenComm — a leading provider of innovative, effective learning experiences — is named by eLearning Industry as one of the Top Content Providers for Leadership Development for 2025, earning a five-star rating.

SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The award-winning team at AllenComm, an innovator in learning advisory, design, tech and talent for the corporate learning and development market, has earned recognition and a five-star rating as a leading provider of leadership development services.

The list of top leadership development content providers named by eLearning Industry serves as an industry resource, directory and source of credible learning and development (L&D) information for organizations seeking expert-level support for their L&D programs.

In their announcement of the award, eLearning Industry noted: “It’s vital that you best equip new leaders with a secure footing as they begin their careers in management. … All the content providers on this top list can develop your top talents and core leadership skills with their courses and strategies. Besides, with their help, you can also improve employee retention and engagement, foster positive work relationships and encourage continuous professional growth within your teams.”

Ron Zamir, AllenComm President and CEO, commented, “Targeted leadership development — focused on the organization’s most critical needs — has always been a focus and passion for our team. Today, our toolkit is more flexible and effective than ever before, allowing us to inspire leadership at every level of the organization.”

You can learn more about AllenComm’s leadership development services by visiting their website.

If you would like to know more about any of the above information, please contact an AllenComm representative at info@allencomm.com.

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For over 40 years, AllenComm has partnered with leading companies and nonprofit organizations to create and scale transformative learning solutions. Extensive instructional design experience, innovative learning technologies and agency-level creative teams enable AllenComm to stand out in the learning landscape. Considered one of the top firms of its kind in the country, AllenComm wins dozens of awards year after year for their solutions. Partnering with AllenComm to supplement and support human capital management needs has helped customers reduce expenses, shorten onboarding periods and raise the impact of their efforts.

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