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Perfect Corp.’s Popular YouCam Video Editing App for Selfie Videos is Now Available on Android

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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Launched earlier this year as an iOS-only app, YouCam Video will now offer the same fun, easy-to-use, and extensive video editing experience to Android users.

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  • Launched earlier this year as an iOS-only app, YouCam Video will now offer the same fun, easy-to-use, and extensive video editing experience to Android users.
  • Built on the award-winning AI and AR makeover tech from the highly popular YouCam Makeup app, YouCam Video lets users edit portrait-style footage with makeup, reshape facial features on selfie videos, and add stunning video effects in seconds.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210707005539/en/
    Perfect Corp.s popular YouCam Video editing app for selfie videos is now available on Android (Photo: Business Wire)
    True-to-life virtual makeup powered by the patented AgileFace tracking technology.
  • We are thrilled to finally bring our popular YouCam Video app to Android users and allow them to edit and beautify their selfie videos easily and effortlessly, shares Perfect Corp. founder and CEO, Alice Chang.

Hohem Launches New Multifunctional Stabilizing Stick iSteady Q on Kickstarter

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Portrait photography, Visual arts, Gyroscopes, Self-portraits, Narcissism, Tripod, Gimbal, Equipment, Selfie stick, Selfie, Genres

SHENZHEN, China, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hohem, a global leading gimbal technology company, launches their first stabilizing stick iSteady Q on Kickstarter for crowdfunding with a minimum discount of 21%.

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  • SHENZHEN, China, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hohem, a global leading gimbal technology company, launches their first stabilizing stick iSteady Q on Kickstarter for crowdfunding with a minimum discount of 21%.
  • Besides, the selfie stick of iSteady Q is extendable, and also able to be unfolded as a padded tripod to make the gadget stable.
  • The rotary joint design of its upper arm could let iSteady Q transform from a selfie stick into desktop use to support 360 smart tracking.
  • Thus, iSteady Q is not only a selfie stick but also a single-axis gimbal, a tripod, and a desktop tracking gimbal.

Flex Seal, Awareness Ties and Operation Ramp It Up Join Forces to Support Veterans

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Monday, May 17, 2021
Internet culture, Portrait photography, Narcissism, Selfie, Causes, Songs, Genres, Visual arts

"\nSelfie to Support is a cause campaign platform designed and developed by Awareness Ties inviting users to post a selfie with a custom cause filter "tying" them to the cause they care about.

Key Points: 
  • "\nSelfie to Support is a cause campaign platform designed and developed by Awareness Ties inviting users to post a selfie with a custom cause filter "tying" them to the cause they care about.
  • Selfies can be posted to social media along with a personal message of support.
  • For each selfie shared, we\'ll donate $5 to support Operation Ramp It Up, who are doing great things for our veterans," stated Phil Swift, CEO, Inventor and Spokesperson of Flex Seal.
  • www.flexseal.com\nAwareness Ties is a multimedia platform supporting multiple causes by elevating awareness and providing resources for positive social impact.

Majority of Singles Prefer Belfies to Selfies, Dating.com Uncovers

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Internet culture, Portrait photography, Narcissism, Selfie, Songs, Genres, Visual arts

"While selfies definitely serve their purpose as an introductory form of attraction, belfies are what takes connections to the next level.

Key Points: 
  • "While selfies definitely serve their purpose as an introductory form of attraction, belfies are what takes connections to the next level.
  • What stood out most about these findings is that many are using belfies as a confidence booster an unexpected but definitely understandable finding.
  • "\nWhile the selfie has become second-nature for most, the time is now to develop the skills required for belfie success.
  • For example, selfies are often taken from a higher, almost-aerial angle to promote a leaner look, but the exact opposite is the goal with belfies.

Walgreens and Red Nose Day Bring Back Digital Red Nose, Spreading Message of Hope, Helping to Tackle Child Poverty

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Monday, April 5, 2021
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210405005241/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210405005241/en/
    2021 Red Nose Day Digital Red Nose filter (Photo: Business Wire)
    At Walgreens, we are committed to making a life-changing difference for children in need, which is why we continue to support Red Nose Day year after year, said Patrick McLean, chief marketing officer of Walgreens.
  • A donation will unlock a special Digital Red Nose filter that can be shared on Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat.
  • Walgreens encourages everyone who donates to show their Red Nose Day spirit by sharing a selfie wearing their Digital Red Nose, tagging @walgreens, #NosesOn, then challenging friends and family to do the same.
  • The 2021 Digital Red Nose filter will once again replace the physical Red Nose traditionally sold in Walgreens stores before the global pandemic.

Perfect Corp. Launches New ‘YouCam Video’ App at CES 2021: World’s First Makeup and Selfie Retouch Video Editor

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Monday, January 4, 2021
Software, Mobile, Wireless, Online Retail, Social media, Specialty, Technology, Fashion, Cosmetics, Retail, Photography, Audio, Video, Communications, Internet culture, Narcissism, Portrait photography, Selfie, Draft:Perfect Corp.

Perfect Corp ., the leading beauty tech solutions provider, launches the new standalone video editing app - YouCam Video at the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

Key Points: 
  • Perfect Corp ., the leading beauty tech solutions provider, launches the new standalone video editing app - YouCam Video at the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
  • Built on the award-winning AI and AR makeover tech from the highly popular YouCam Makeup app, YouCam Video lets users edit portrait-style footage with makeup, reshape facial features on selfie videos, and add stunning video effects in seconds.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210104005437/en/
    Perfect Corp. Launches New YouCam Video App (Graphic: Business Wire)
    YouCam Makeup offers the most accurate makeup for selfies, and now YouCam Video offers the same experience for videos.
  • We are beyond excited to launch Perfect Corp.s brand new YouCam Video app and expand our YouCam portfolio at CES 2021.

Join The Salvation Army to Rescue Christmas with Your Selfie

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Social media, Blogging, Technology, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Philanthropy, Women, Teens, MEN, Fund Raising, Foundation, Family, Consumer, Internet, Portrait photography, The Salvation Army, Workfare in the United Kingdom, Selfie, Santa Claus, Creative works, Songs, Christian saints

That's why Shareity, a Fundertising web platform, is giving back by donating $5 for every accepted video challenge to The Salvation Army for the non-profits Rescue Christmas campaign.

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  • That's why Shareity, a Fundertising web platform, is giving back by donating $5 for every accepted video challenge to The Salvation Army for the non-profits Rescue Christmas campaign.
  • The Salvation Army annually helps more than 23 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction and economic hardships through a range of social services.
  • With Shareity, they only need to text SELFIE to 797979, and upload a video saying Ill help Santa rescue Christmas!
  • Just text SELFIE to 797979 and click the link to upload your selfie video and help Rescue Christmas for families in need this year.

While Global New Account Fraud Rates Fell by 23% in 2020, Fraud Rates in the UK Climbed 28%

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
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At the same time, selfie-based fraud rates were nearly five times higher than ID-based fraud.

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  • At the same time, selfie-based fraud rates were nearly five times higher than ID-based fraud.
  • The fourth edition of Jumios Holiday New Account Fraud Report examines fraudulent attempts to open a new account using a manipulated government-issued ID and a corroborating selfie.
  • Selfie-based fraud describes fraudulent attempts to use a picture or video (e.g., deepfake) instead of a genuine selfie to corroborate a digital identity.
  • The fraud rate associated with the selfie averaged 4.92% in the UK in 2020, compared to 1.03% for ID-only verification.

vivo Launches V20 Series, Bringing Industry-Leading Front Camera Capabilities to Users

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Monday, November 9, 2020
Mobile phones, Smartphones, Internet culture, Narcissism, Portrait photography, Selfie, V20

V20 Series Smartphones Feature Advanced Selfie Technology, Ultra Sleek Design, and Smooth Performance

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  • V20 Series Smartphones Feature Advanced Selfie Technology, Ultra Sleek Design, and Smooth Performance
    DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 9,2020 /PRNewswire/ --vivo today released V20 and V20 SE - part of the all-new V20 series.
  • A realization of vivo's commitment to user-centric design, V20 series offers innovative selfie capabilities that allow users to record and capture the perfect moments in their lives.
  • V20's leading 44MP Eye Autofocus front camera allows users to unlock a new world of selfie capabilities.
  • V20 SE's 32MP front camera allows users to unlock a new world of selfie capabilities.

SmallRig launches Utility Frame for Insta360 ONE X2

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
Portrait photography, Cameras, Insta360, Visual arts, Photography, Selfie stick, Selfie, Genres

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 28, Insta360 ONE X2 was brought to the market.

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  • SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 28, Insta360 ONE X2 was brought to the market.
  • Focusing on thorough innovation, Insta360 ONE X2 has a breakthrough in the water resistance function, adopts lightweight design and retains the classic feature of invisible selfie stick.
  • In order to pursue advanced product development, SmallRig and Insta360 collaborated to polish the product until launch.
  • Today, SmallRig Utility Frame for Insta360 ONE X2 was announced for the perfect panoramic view under multiple scenarios.