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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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PS Hogan highlights investments from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to support Canada’s sport system

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CALGARY, AB, May 2, 2026 /CNW/ – In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders and our way of life.

We delivered concrete savings for Canadians while supporting key national priorities and keeping investments focused on results. We are maintaining a strong fiscal position, with the Spring Economic Update 2026 showing that projected deficits are lower over the fiscal horizon and that we are on track to meet our fiscal anchors.

The Spring Economic Update 2026 is the next step in our plan to build Canada Strong for All. It provides a clear update on the strength of Canada’s economy, giving Canadians confidence in our plan. It delivers targeted relief to make life more affordable, support workers and accelerate the construction of homes and major infrastructure. It also strengthens Canada’s competitiveness and economic growth while investing in strong, safe communities across the country.

Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation, met with athletes at Foothills Athletic Park to highlight key investments in sport from the Spring Economic Update to build stronger and safer communities.

The Government of Canada is investing $755 million to support and expand Canada’s sport system, which will help athletes safely train and perform at the highest levels. This will increase sport participation across the country by strengthening national sport organizations, infrastructure and local sport communities.

Canada’s new government is transforming our economy from reliance to resilience. The Spring Economic Update 2026 ensures all Canadians can participate in building Canada strong and share in its success. Other key measures include:

The Canada Strong Fund — Canada’s first national sovereign wealth fund. This will invest in key, strategic Canadian projects and companies. While Canadians will benefit from these nation building projects through jobs, economic growth and greater security, the government is determined to ensure that Canadians also have a stake in the projects themselves. That’s why a unique and important feature of the Canada Strong Fund will be its new retail investment product. This allows Canadians to receive financial returns as we build Canada strong together.Team Canada Strong — a new nationwide effort to recruit, train and hire 80,000 to 100,000 new skilled trade workers by 2030–31. This initiative creates new opportunities for Canadians and attracts the workers needed to build more homes and major projects at speed and at scale.Building Stronger Communities — by making communities safer, more connected and more resilient. We are building more homes, getting tougher on crime and fraud and funding essential infrastructure, including small craft harbours that sustain coastal communities and local jobs. We are also investing to build healthier, safer and stronger Indigenous communities.

Our new government is building a Canada that is not just strong, but good; not just prosperous, but fair. A Canada that is not just for some, most of the time, but for all, at all times. We’re building Canada strong, for all.

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“The Spring Economic Update 2026 builds on the momentum of our budget, combining strategic investments with sustained fiscal discipline to keep building Canada Strong for All — delivering prosperity today and strengthening our economy for tomorrow. At this pivotal moment in Canada’s history, we’re charting a course through the fog of uncertainty and global headwinds with strength, determination and ambition — and building one strong Canadian economy, by Canadians, for Canadians.”
— The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue 

“The Government of Canada is building Canada Strong by investing in what brings us together — our people, our communities and our athletes. By strengthening the foundation of Calgary and  Canada’s sport system, we are building a resilient economy and strong communities for all.”
— Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation

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The Spring Economic Update 2026 proposes to provide $755 million over five years, starting in 2026–27, and $118 million ongoing to Canadian Heritage to support Canada’s sport system to: Host and compete with the best: $50 million over five years to bring more world-class sporting events to Canada. Funding will be tied to legacy-building projects that deliver lasting benefits well beyond the events themselves. Facilities built or upgraded for major events will continue to serve communities, support grassroots participation and strengthen local sport systems for years to come. Support our athletes in performing at the highest levels: $45 million over five years and $8 million ongoing to help our athletes train, compete and perform, including support for better mental health and funding that will be linked to robust safe sport measures and frameworks. These actions will strengthen the sport system and respond to some of the findings of the Final Report of the Future of Sport in Canada Commission while the government continues to consider all of its Calls to Action. Get more Canadians involved in sport: $660 million over five years and $110 million ongoing for National Sport Organisations, increasing funding that has remained largely unchanged since 2005, so that they can invest in a strong and safe sport system and grow participation among children and youth nationwide.

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POVADDO AND PROLEGIS ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND ACCESS TO PUBLIC POLICY PROFESSIONALS FOR OPINION RESEARCH

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Partnership connects policy professionals using Prolegis’ modernized Congressional platform with Povaddo’s exclusive paid research panel, combining forces to serve the policymaking community

ST. LOUIS and WASHINGTON, May 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Povaddo, a leading provider of public opinion and policy elite research, has announced a strategic partnership with Prolegis, a nonpartisan technology platform serving thousands of policy professionals in Congress and the advocacy community. The partnership will expand the reach of the Povaddo Panel—an exclusive network of nearly 5,000 public policy professionals worldwide—while providing Prolegis users new opportunities to contribute their expertise to policy research.

Prolegis provides nonpartisan technology solutions designed to modernize Congress. Built specifically for the policymaking community, the platform serves as a natural intersection where policy professionals and issue advocacy campaigns meet, making it an ideal environment for connecting researchers with the experts shaping public policy.

Beginning this month, users of the Prolegis platform will be invited to join the Povaddo Panel and become eligible to participate in research studies tailored specifically for public policy professionals.

“There is no shortage of so-called ‘expert network’ firms, but Povaddo is setting the standard when it comes to building the most rigorous and credible network of public policy professionals in the U.S. and beyond,” said William Stewart, President of Povaddo. “What makes Prolegis the right partner is the quality and relevance of their community—these are precisely the professionals our clients most want to hear from. Prolegis users are actively engaged in policy work daily, making them ideal participants for our research studies. This partnership will meaningfully accelerate our efforts.”

“Prolegis exists to serve the policy community with tools that make their work more effective,” said Jim Gianiny, CEO of Prolegis. “Partnering with Povaddo allows our users to contribute their expertise in a new way and take part in rigorous research that helps organizations better understand the policy landscape. It’s a natural extension of what our platform already does: connecting policy professionals with the resources and opportunities that matter to their work.”

Launched in 2018, the Povaddo Panel was built to meet growing demand for research insights from individuals who shape, influence, and analyze public policy as part of their daily work. Over the past eight years, the panel has grown to nearly 5,000 public policy professionals worldwide, including over 2,000 in the United States. Many panelists are former elected officials, including former Members of Congress.

This partnership is part of a broader period of momentum for Povaddo. The company recently announced it is launching a quarterly omnibus survey among public policy professionals in the United States and Europe.

“Companies and other organizations that want to understand what public policy professionals think—whether about their brand or an issue they are facing—now have a new way of doing that. Our new omnibus survey among public policy professionals fills an important need in the research services marketplace,” said Brooke Hayes, Executive Vice President of Povaddo, who oversees the Povaddo Panel and the firm’s new omnibus research service among public policy professionals.

Additionally, Povaddo recently released select findings from its survey of public policy professionals in the U.S. and Europe regarding their attitudes towards AI. In an era when political consensus is elusive, this study finds widespread agreement within policy communities on both sides of the Atlantic that government regulation of AI should be increased.

About Povaddo: Povaddo specializes in public opinion and policy elite research. Founded in 2009, Povaddo is recognized as a trusted advisor to top-tier organizations seeking to navigate complex issues management, strategic communications, corporate reputation, and business transformation challenges. Most of the firm’s clients sit within external affairs, corporate affairs, public affairs, government affairs, regulatory affairs, scientific affairs, corporate communications, business planning and strategy. For more information, please visit www.povaddo.com.

About Prolegis: Prolegis provides nonpartisan technology solutions designed to modernize Congress. Built specifically for the policymaking community, Prolegis delivers innovative solutions, efficient tools, and engaging content, all on one easy-to-use platform. The platform serves Congressional staff, think tank scholars, and public affairs professionals, creating a unique intersection where policy expertise and advocacy meet. For more information, please visit www.prolegis.com.

Media Inquiries: William Stewart, +1 (855) 768-2336, stewart@povaddo.com

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Partnership connects policy professionals using Prolegis’ modernized Congressional platform with Povaddo’s exclusive paid research panel, combining forces to serve the policymaking community

ST. LOUIS and WASHINGTON, May 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Povaddo, a leading provider of public opinion and policy elite research, has announced a strategic partnership with Prolegis, a nonpartisan technology platform serving thousands of policy professionals in Congress and the advocacy community. The partnership will expand the reach of the Povaddo Panel—an exclusive network of nearly 5,000 public policy professionals worldwide—while providing Prolegis users new opportunities to contribute their expertise to policy research.

Prolegis provides nonpartisan technology solutions designed to modernize Congress. Built specifically for the policymaking community, the platform serves as a natural intersection where policy professionals and issue advocacy campaigns meet, making it an ideal environment for connecting researchers with the experts shaping public policy.

Beginning this month, users of the Prolegis platform will be invited to join the Povaddo Panel and become eligible to participate in research studies tailored specifically for public policy professionals.

“There is no shortage of so-called ‘expert network’ firms, but Povaddo is setting the standard when it comes to building the most rigorous and credible network of public policy professionals in the U.S. and beyond,” said William Stewart, President of Povaddo. “What makes Prolegis the right partner is the quality and relevance of their community—these are precisely the professionals our clients most want to hear from. Prolegis users are actively engaged in policy work daily, making them ideal participants for our research studies. This partnership will meaningfully accelerate our efforts.”

“Prolegis exists to serve the policy community with tools that make their work more effective,” said Jim Gianiny, CEO of Prolegis. “Partnering with Povaddo allows our users to contribute their expertise in a new way and take part in rigorous research that helps organizations better understand the policy landscape. It’s a natural extension of what our platform already does: connecting policy professionals with the resources and opportunities that matter to their work.”

Launched in 2018, the Povaddo Panel was built to meet growing demand for research insights from individuals who shape, influence, and analyze public policy as part of their daily work. Over the past eight years, the panel has grown to nearly 5,000 public policy professionals worldwide, including over 2,000 in the United States. Many panelists are former elected officials, including former Members of Congress.

This partnership is part of a broader period of momentum for Povaddo. The company recently announced it is launching a quarterly omnibus survey among public policy professionals in the United States and Europe.

“Companies and other organizations that want to understand what public policy professionals think—whether about their brand or an issue they are facing—now have a new way of doing that. Our new omnibus survey among public policy professionals fills an important need in the research services marketplace,” said Brooke Hayes, Executive Vice President of Povaddo, who oversees the Povaddo Panel and the firm’s new omnibus research service among public policy professionals.

Additionally, Povaddo recently released select findings from its survey of public policy professionals in the U.S. and Europe regarding their attitudes towards AI. In an era when political consensus is elusive, this study finds widespread agreement within policy communities on both sides of the Atlantic that government regulation of AI should be increased.

About Povaddo: Povaddo specializes in public opinion and policy elite research. Founded in 2009, Povaddo is recognized as a trusted advisor to top-tier organizations seeking to navigate complex issues management, strategic communications, corporate reputation, and business transformation challenges. Most of the firm’s clients sit within external affairs, corporate affairs, public affairs, government affairs, regulatory affairs, scientific affairs, corporate communications, business planning and strategy. For more information, please visit www.povaddo.com.

About Prolegis: Prolegis provides nonpartisan technology solutions designed to modernize Congress. Built specifically for the policymaking community, Prolegis delivers innovative solutions, efficient tools, and engaging content, all on one easy-to-use platform. The platform serves Congressional staff, think tank scholars, and public affairs professionals, creating a unique intersection where policy expertise and advocacy meet. For more information, please visit www.prolegis.com.

Media Inquiries: William Stewart, +1 (855) 768-2336, stewart@povaddo.com

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