Kingston Empowers Creators This World Photography Day

Every year on August 19, World Photography Day brings together a global community united by a shared passion for capturing life’s most powerful moments—whether through professional cameras or everyday smartphones. Photography transcends borders, telling stories that inspire, connect, and preserve memories. This World Photography Day, Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, proudly honors photographers at every skill level and recommits fueling their creative journeys. With an extensive lineup of cutting-edge memory cards, ultra-fast external SSDs, and dependable storage solutions, Kingston empowers creators and photographers worldwide to capture, store, and share their vision without limits. 

Discover Kingston’s innovative products designed to elevate your photography experience and make every shot easier to preserve. 

Kingston XS1000 external SSD: Celebrating storytellers everywhere by supporting their creative journeys with fast, reliable, and portable storage solutions, the Kingston XS1000 External SSD is the perfect backup companion for photographers on the go.

• Ultra-compact and powerful: Speeds up to 1,050MB/s and capacities up to 2TB in a sleek, pocket-sized design.

• Universal compatibility: Works with USB-C® and USB-A devices—ideal for laptops, cameras, and even expanding iPhone 15 storage, providing a cost-effective alternative for additional space.

Kingston XS2000 external SSD: Recognizing the needs of modern creators who demand speed, durability, and portability—especially when capturing moments on the move. The Kingston XS2000 External SSD is built for photographers and travelers who need a compact, high-speed solution to back up and access their content anytime, anywhere.

• Blazing-fast performance: Transfer speeds up to 2,000MB/s with capacities up to 2TB—ideal for high-res photos, pro-res recording, 8K videos, and large project files.

• Portable and studio-ready: Pocket-sized design turns any location into a creative workspace, transferring up to 400 HD photos per second.

Kingston Canvas Go! Plus SD Memory Card: Designed for photographers who never stay still, Kingston’s Canvas Go! Plus SD card ensures you are always ready when the perfect moment strikes. View the world as your canvas and take your creativity and inspiration on the road with the Canvas Go! Plus SD.

• Fast and efficient: Transfer speeds up to 170MB/s to accelerate post-production and keep you shooting without delays.

• Ready for 4K: U3 & V30 speed performance ensures smooth 4K Ultra-HD video recording and burst-mode photography without dropped frames.

Kingston Workflow Station- In the fast-paced world of visual storytelling, speed and flexibility are everything—especially when managing massive media files from multiple devices. This World Photography Day, Kingston’s Workflow Station is the creative professional’s secret weapon for streamlining post-production and staying organized on the go

• Customizable and efficient: Transfer video, photo, and audio files from up to four sources simultaneously with USB 3.2 speeds for a faster workflow

• Modular and portable: Use the dock or individual readers independently—perfect for both studio setups and on-location shoots

• Built for complex setups: Connect up to four readers at once to quickly offload footage from 4K/8K multi-cam shoots, drones, GoPros, or portable audio recorders

Kingston Canvas Select Plus microSD Card – For photography enthusiasts using Android devices, Kingston’s Canvas Select Plus microSD card combines reliable performance with enhanced speed and capacity. With A1-rated performance and storage options up to 512GB, it ensures faster app loading and smooth capture of high-resolution photos and full HD videos.

• Durable and dependable: Built to withstand tough conditions, Kingston Canvas Select Plus cards keep your photos, videos, and files safe wherever your adventures take.

• Versatile and reliable: Ideal for shooting, editing, and storing content on the go, backed by a lifetime warranty for peace of mind.

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Samsung Launches World First Micro RGB, Setting New Standard for Premium TV Technology

Samsung Electronics today announced the official launch of its Micro RGB, the world’s first display to feature a micro-scale RGB LED backlight behind a large 115-inch screen. This breakthrough display establishes a new benchmark for color accuracy, contrast and immersive viewing in the ultra-premium TV segment.

Samsung’s Micro RGB is built on Samsung’s proprietary Micro RGB Technology, which arranges individually controlled red, green and blue micro RGB LEDs — each less than 100µm in size — in an ultra-fine pattern behind the panel. Unlike conventional backlighting, the architecture enables precision control over each red, green and blue RGB LED.

“Micro RGB achieves unprecedented precision in the control of micrometer-sized RGB LEDs, raising the bar for color accuracy and contrast in consumer displays,” said Taeyong Son, Executive Vice President and Head of the R&D Team of the Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics. “With this launch, we’re setting the standard in the large-sized, ultra-premium TV market and reinforcing our commitment to next-generation display innovation.”

Micro RGB is powered by Samsung’s Micro RGB AI engine, which uses AI processing to fully optimize both picture and sound. This advanced technology analyzes each frame in real time and automatically optimizes color output for a more lifelike and immersive picture. With this AI engine, Micro RGB Color Booster Pro recognizes scenes with dull color tones and intelligently enhances colors across all content for a more vivid and immersive viewing experience.

Additionally, Samsung’s Micro RGB features Micro RGB Precision Color, ensuring colors are delivered as intended for maximum accuracy and vividness, with precisely controlled colors that achieves 100% color coverage of BT.2020, an international standard for color accuracy established by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The display also received ‘Micro RGB Precision Color’ certification from the Verband der Elektrotechnik (VDE), a leading German electrical engineering certification institute.

With Glare Free technology, Samsung’s Micro RGB minimizes reflections, even in bright lighting conditions for a more comfortable and focused viewing experience. Apart from providing next-generation performance, Micro RGB’s super slim metal design achieves a sleek, minimalistic profile to compliment any interior.

With Samsung Vision AI integrated, Samsung’s Micro RGB brings the latest state-of-the-art AI technologies including AI picture and sound, and a smarter Bixby voice assistant, powered by generative AI, which offers a more conversational and personalized experience for TV users to get more from what they’re watching without leaving the screen.

Samsung’s Micro RGB is also secured by Samsung Knox, the industry-leading security solution designed to protect users’ sensitive personal data, and Samsung’s 7-year free Tizen OS Upgrade program, which ensures ongoing software enhancements and long-term support.

After its debut in Korea, Samsung’s Micro RGB is set to launch in the U.S., with plans for a global rollout featuring a variety of sizes to meet customer needs.

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Expanded SSD and Memory Lineups with New High-Performance Launches

Three new performance hardware products-- the Predator Hera Gold Edition 192 GB DDR5 memory kit (48 GB x 4), and the Predator GM9000 and GM9 PCIe Gen5x4 SSDs— have been introduced to empower creators, gamers, and data-driven professionals with enhanced speed, stability, and efficiency for their most demanding workloads.

Predator Hera Gold Edition: High Bandwidth, Low Latency, Enhanced Overclocking

Designed for elite computing platforms, the Predator Hera Gold Edition 192 GB DDR5 memory kit delivers both extreme capacity and tuned performance. Configured as 4 × 48 GB DIMMs, it offers a total of 192 GB running at DDR5-6000 MT/s with low-latency CL28 timings-- ideal for high-end gaming, content creation, and professional workloads such as AI model training, simulation, financial modeling, and real-time data processing. Validated for compatibility with X870/X870E/B850 motherboards from major brands, and supporting AMD EXPO, this kit brings stability at impressive speeds and simplified overclocking through BIOS-level tuning. 

Predator GM9000: Precision, Power, and Peak Performance

The Predator GM9000 PCIe Gen5×4 SSD delivers up to 14000 MB/s read and 13000 MB/s write speeds and random read performance up to 2000K IOPS, accelerating large file transfers, real-time media editing, and AI workloads with ease. At its core is a 6 nm controller with support for up to 8 NAND channels, delivering high sustained throughput while improving power efficiency. Combined with DRAM cache and dynamic SLC caching, the GM9000 ensures fast, low-latency data access even under intensive multitasking.

Predator GM9 Gen5 SSD: Twice as Fast as PCIe 4.0

Positioned as a high-efficiency PCIe Gen5 solution, the Predator GM9 SSD delivers read speeds up to 14500 MB/s and write speeds up to 11000 MB/s, with a DRAM-less design. It leverages Host Memory Buffer (HMB) and dynamic SLC cache to ensure fast, responsive performance while reducing power consumption and cost. Thermal stability is maintained through a copper-graphene composite heatsink and intelligent power management for consistent performance under load.  

Across SSD and DDR5 platforms, Predator SSDs bring a unified standard of speed, reliability, and engineering precision. From boot to render, load to launch, these latest hardware additions transform how your system handles the everyday-- as well as the extreme. 

The Predator Hera Gold Edition 192 GB DDR5 memory kit, GM9000 and GM9 SSDs will be available through authorized retailers and distribution partners. 

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Kingston Technology Commemorates Friendship’s Day with Thoughtful Tech Solutions

This Friendship’s Day, celebrate the bond that matters most with Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions. Whether your best friend is a passionate gamer, an avid traveler, or a creative content maker, Kingston has the perfect gift to match their vibe. From high-performance storage to reliable memory solutions, explore a range of exciting options that make thoughtful, practical gifts.

Let Kingston be part of your Friendship’s Day celebration with tech they’ll truly appreciate.

For your Gamer BFF: 

Level up your Friendship’s Day gift with something they’ll actually use—speed, power, and zero lag. Kingston FURY memory and SSDs are built for peak gaming performance, making them the ultimate upgrade for your favorite co-op partner. Because real friends don’t let friends play with slow gear.

Kingston FURY Renegade G5 PCIe 5.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Delight your friend with the Kingston FURY Renegade G5 PCIe 5.0 NVMe M.2 SSD, designed for gamers and power users seeking maximum performance. It eliminates storage bottlenecks and drastically reduces load times, making it perfect for intense gaming, editing, and heavy workflows.

• With up to 14,800/14,000MB/s read/write speeds 
• Leveraging the latest PCIe Gen5 x 4 controller and 3D TLC NAND 
• Available in capacities from 1024GB, 2048GB and 4096GB 

Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB 

Level up your best friend’s gaming setup with the Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 memory, built for next-gen performance. Excellent for blazing through resource-heavy games, boosting frame rates, and handling intense multiplayer sessions, this memory delivers the speed and reliability they need for uninterrupted, high-performance gaming. 

• On-die ECC (ODECC) for improved stability at extreme speeds.
• Dual 32-bit subchannels for increased efficiency.
• Integrated power management for optimal power delivery.
• For your Content Creator friend: 

This Friendship’s Day fuel their imagination with a gift that keeps up. Whether they’re editing, designing, or creating non-stop, Kingston’s NV3 and KC3000 SSDs offer the speed and storage they need to bring every idea to life—no lags, no limits, just pure creative flow.

Kingston NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD 

Give their creative setup a serious boost with the Kingston NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Whether they’re juggling edits, games, or big projects, this SSD delivers the speed and reliability they need to stay in their flow—no slowdowns, just non-stop creativity.

• Robust next-gen storage solution powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller. 
• Delivers read/write speeds of up to 6,000/5,000MB/s
• Compact single-sided M.2 2280 (22x80mm) design allows for storage expansion up to 4TB 

KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD – 

Celebrate Friendship’s Day by giving their creative hustle a serious upgrade with the Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Whether they’re editing in 4K or diving into 3D projects, this powerhouse keeps everything running fast and smooth—so they can focus on creating, not waiting.

• Delivers next-level performance using the latest Gen 4x4 NVMe controller and 3D TLC NAND
• Compact M.2 2280 form factor 
• With formidable speeds up to 7,000MB/s read/write
• Low profile graphene aluminum heat spreader 

For your travel-loving best friend:

Kingston’s external SSDs are the perfect gift this Friendship’s Day. Whether they’re off on a weekend escape or a big adventure, help them keep every memory safe—without the stress of running out of storage. Light, compact, and reliable—just like your friendship.

Kingston XS1000R external SSD –

They’re always on the go — hiking new trails, boarding the next flight, capturing every step of the journey. The Kingston XS1000R is the perfect travel companion for your partner-in-adventure. Whether it’s expanding their iPhone 15 storage or backing up precious travel moments, this sleek, pocket-sized SSD is built to keep up.

• Speeds up to 1,050MB/s with USB 3.2 Gen 2
• Compact, pocket-sized form factor
• Includes USB-C® to USB-A cable and USB-A to USB-C adapter for broad compatibility with PCs, Macs, tablets, game consoles, smart TVs, iPhones, and Android smartphones

Kingston XS2000 external SSD 

Got a best friend who documents every detail — from drone shots and 4K travel vlogs to the perfect latte art in a new city? The Kingston XS2000 is made for creators on the move. With fast speeds and up to 2TB of storage, it’s the powerful gift they didn’t know they needed.

• Speeds up to 2,000MB/s with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
• IP55 rating with removable rubber sleeve
• Delivers speeds of up to 400 HD photos per second and transfers a 1-hour 4K video in under 30 seconds, making it ideal for high-res image and 8K video editing on the go

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Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Watch8 Series Globally Starting Today

Samsung Electronics today announced the global availability of its latest foldable smartphones, Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7, as well as its new Galaxy Watch8 series.

Refined by years of breakthrough engineering and elevated with advanced intelligence, Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 represent the next leap in smartphone innovation. Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 are Samsung’s thinnest, lightest and most advanced Z series devices yet. Powered by cutting-edge performance and seamlessly integrated Galaxy AI,1 they are intelligent, adaptive companions that anticipate and respond to user needs in real time. With expansive, flexible displays, pro-grade cameras and context-aware intelligence, Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 open up new realms of ultra experience with productivity, creativity and connection.

Galaxy Z Fold7 brings Galaxy advancements together and broadens their scope, delivering an ultra-level experience in the thinnest, lightest and most advanced Z series yet. It offers immersive, high-octane performance on an expansive screen, empowering users to game, stream, connect and create all at once. Galaxy’s true AI companion experience has also been optimized for the foldable format, enabling fluid interactions across more apps and the larger screen. And with camera and screen sharing with Gemini Live,2 users can talk naturally to Gemini about what they’re viewing. They can simply share a picture of a local delicacy while they’re exploring a new city and ask Gemini whether there is a nearby restaurant where they can try it. Plus, Galaxy Z Fold7’s ultra-grade 200 MP high-resolution camera gives the freedom to shoot at flexible angles, putting professional-quality content creation at users’ fingertips. For example, convenient editing features like Generative Edit3 now automatically detect passersby in the background of photos and proactively recommend what to remove, eliminating the need to make manual selections and edits. Apart from these features, Galaxy Z Fold7 brings familiarity and durability in a head-turning new design that unfolds into something extraordinary.

As for Galaxy Z Flip7, it distills flagship power, intelligence and personality into a compact and iconic form. With its edge-to-edge FlexWindow, users can express themselves, access key features at a glance and stay connected — all without opening the device. Built for dynamic lifestyles, Galaxy Z Flip7 transforms the way users capture and share content, from flawless selfies to cinematic video, all with the agility and creativity only Flip devices can offer. Now Bar4 delivers helpful information right on Galaxy Z Flip7’s FlexWindow to help users stay in control of their day, such as what song is playing, workout progress and even rideshare ETAs at a glance. Gemini Live also allows users to share what they see through their camera and chat with Gemini in real time directly on FlexWindow. So, they can ask for travel tips while road tripping with their dog or outfit suggestions based on the day’s weather. Users can also simply share the camera in Flex Mode and converse with Gemini hands-free. Galaxy Z Flip7’s FlexCam makes it easier than ever to capture the perfect selfie. Real-time filters on the FlexWindow instantly enhance users FlexCam selfies, so that they can be ready to post or share without the need for any extra editing. And with fun new features like Portrait Studio5 for pets, users can instantly transform any snapped or downloaded pet photo into a work of art. They can choose from styles that resemble artistic paintings, 3D cartoons, fisheye lens photos or professional-quality portraits and create frame-worthy masterpieces with one quick tap.

Years of breakthrough engineering have led foldables to become flexible canvases for the new AI experience. As a new class of smartphones designed to fit in with and elevate user lives, Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 represent this achievement. Familiar yet transformative, they blend power, portability, style and substance, whether users seek a revolutionary, ultra-level experience or an AI powerhouse that fits in their pocket. As form factors evolve to look and think differently, this generation of foldables represents the next leap in smartphone innovation.

Galaxy Watch8 Series: Ultra-Comfort Meets Real-Time Health Motivation

Completing the Galaxy ecosystem, the Galaxy Watch8 series — including Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic — brings the same spirit of re-engineering found in the new phones to the wrist. Galaxy Watch8 features advanced sensor technology and creates an intuitive AI-powered experience to help users fulfill a healthier, more connected life, while its ultra-thin cushion design and Dynamic Lug system flex naturally for all-day comfort and more precise sensor contact. Leveraging Samsung’s BioActive Sensor for continuous health tracking, the watches deliver real-time insights and instant rewards or alerts across sleep, stress, nutrition and activity, turning healthy intentions into immediate, motivating feedback.6 Plus, for the first time in a smartwatch, Galaxy Watch8 has introduced the Antioxidant Index,7 enabling users to measure carotenoid levels in just five seconds and make informed lifestyle choices for healthy aging.

Hands-On With the Galaxy Z Series and the Watch8 Series at Galaxy Experience Spaces

After Unpacked, Samsung opened its Galaxy Experience Spaces in major cities including Dubai, London, New York, Paris and Seoul. Designed to offer consumers an early, hands-on experience of the newest Galaxy devices, these spaces featured interactive zones that highlighted the devices’ design, performance and Galaxy AI features. Samsung also partnered with local communities including running, photography and skateboarding groups to host various sessions, teaching visitors how they can get the most out of their new devices.

In addition, Samsung launched a new Experience Store locator feature on Samsung.com, making it easier for users to find nearby stores and try the newest devices in person.

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