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Just a reminder to people who are using Datacolor's Spyder5 devices (or earlier models) that software and activation support is ending next month.

Datacolor have just emailed me their "Final Notice" (per their subject line) along with a link inviting me to upgrade to a current model (no thank you!)

>We want to remind you that support for your Spyder (including Spyder5 and earlier models) is ending July 19, 2026.

>What this means for you after July 19th:
- You won’t be able to install your Spyder on new computers
- Our support team will no longer support issues on Spyder5 and older devices
- You can still use your Spyder on currently installed computers

This has been known for a while—there was a useful discussion about it here in the sub in January when Datacolor first notified users, that digs into the details and reasons.

Existing installations that are already activated should not be affected, but if you're planning on making any OS changes to your editing system in the coming months, do it sooner rather than later and get your software reactivated before the cutoff.

As mentioned in the linked topic above, DisplayCal is an alternative calibration software that might help extend the life of Datacolor's older hardware, but doesn't appear to have been updated for a few years.

We have 5x AK-R11 dome diffusers to giveaway to five lucky users of the V1 Mid flash in the USA (sorry rest of the world!) thanks to Celine at Letwell (u/Yoguratcat).

To enter, simply reply to this post with a photo of your V1 Mid mounted on your camera, and share some thoughts on your experience using the V1 Mid.

Specifically, we'd love to know which camera and system you're using it with, the kinds of shooting you're doing with it, your thoughts on the power output compared to larger flashes such as the original V1, your favourite features of the V1 Mid and of course any limitations or downsides you've experienced when using it.

We'll keep this post open for a week and then next weekend five commenters will be randomly selected to have an AK-R11 shipped to them.

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AK-R11 diffuser mounted on the V1 Mid (flash not included).

UPDATE, 1 June: Celine from Letwell (u/Yoguratcat) pulled a dozen copies of the iT32 from their warehouse and updated them to firmware version 1.17 and all completed the update without issue. She even shared a video showing all 12 units happily running on FW V1.17 which she might even share in here.

She also contacted the Godox factory, and they couldn't reproduce the issue either.

So the issue with mine is something more specific with my unit or update process.

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Just a courtesy warning to perhaps hold off updating your iT32 from V1.16 to V1.17 if you haven't done so already.

I've just performed the update and it's resulted in the iT32 no longer powering on.

I followed the instructions given, the app reported that the device was updated successfully, but after closing the app and disconnecting the flash, it no longer powers on.

I can reconnect it to my computer—the iT32 screen displays "Upgrade" with an up arrow icon—and perform the FW update process again (and again it reports a successful device update), but I simply cannot power on the iT32.

I've even tried re-installing the previous FW version (V1.16)...it installed successfully, but once more the flash won't power on.

I will flag this with Godox and mention it to u/Yoguratcat in case Celine has seen this reported previously, and then update this topic with any developments.

Earlier this week I hinted at some upcoming sub news, and I’m glad to finally share it with you.

This sub’s strength is its its diverse membership, boasting Godox users from all over the world with all kinds of experiences to share. Occasionally we’ve benefited from individuals with a closer connection to the brand than us regular folk, and I’d like to recognise one such person. 

Celine has been an active contributor to r/Godox discussions for a few years now as u/Yoguratcat, but actually represents Letwell, an authorized Godox distributor. Letwell operates Amazon stores across international marketplaces including the United States, Europe, and Australia. I was introduced to Celine through another r/Godox member while discussing ways the sub could be improved. 

Today we’re introducing a community collaboration between r/Godox and Letwell that should aid product discussion, bolster the sharing of technical information, and open a new channel for user feedback.

Celine will continue to participate here as she has done previously, offering help and advice when able to, but now with the support and recognition of the sub. I think this will be especially valuable when new products are released, something Godox has been doing a lot recently.  And Celine has kindly offered to let us try something new: Letwell-supported hands-on community product testing from time to time. For transparency, when these occur they’ll clearly be labeled as sponsored by Letwell.

Please note that although they’re an authorised distributor, Letwell is not acting as an official customer service representative for all Godox products globally. Celine may occasionally point users toward useful information or feedback channels where appropriate, but you’ll continue to rely on the retailer or distributor you purchase your Godox gear from for things like order-specific support and warranty claims.

I’m excited for this collaboration, and hope you’ll find Celine’s presence here valuable. 

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Hey everyone,

Just a small announcement to tell you you might notice a few changes being made in r/Godox over the coming days and weeks as some things are updated and tweaked. 

The posting flair categories will receive some attention to better categorise posts shared here and make it clearer how they should be used. The sub rules will receive a similar refresh, and there might be some cosmetic changes to the sub as well.

If you have any suggestions for any of these or other improvements you’d like to see then please feel free to comment below or send a mod mail.

Also, stay tuned for some additional sub news later this week that’s a bit more exciting than mere housekeeping and spring cleaning…