I cleaned out a cabinet a few years ago and found a stack of old Super 8 videos. I’ll never forget the way my Mom’s face lit up after I digitized videos of her late brother Harold Jr.’s wedding. Tragically, he died in a car accident not long after his wedding day.

Memories like that are so precious, but when was the last time you watched family videos? If they’re on VHS, it can be a pain. Even worse, every year that goes by, those tapes degrade a little more.

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Do you remember all the stories older relatives told over the years? You probably recollect bits and pieces. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to relive them whenever you wanted?

Then there are photos of your loved ones from over the years — some sadly fading or stashed away in an attic. Let’s get those precious memories out so that everyone can enjoy them.

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Ever had one of those “oops” moments taking pictures? Your hand wobbles and the photo is as elusive as a Bigfoot sighting. (Or, in my case, my dog Abby doing something super cute.)

Before you rush to hit delete, hang tight! I’ve got a few helpful tricks to fix blurry photos. 

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I remember my parents saying, “Kim, stop wasting the film.” Oh yes, the days of putting film in a camera, taking up to 36 pictures and then waiting for it to get developed to see if any shots were good. Those days are long gone.

Today, the average American takes around 20 photos every single day. And I bet many of those are three shots of the same thing. So, how do we tackle the deluge of doubles? 

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You’re browsing photos, your finger slips and poof! A cherished image is gone forever. Before you panic, know there might be a way to bring it back. The best part is it works even if you accidentally deleted something days ago.

Google Photos 

Google Photos is one of the most forgiving apps when it comes to accidental deletion. There’s usually an “undo” button that flashes on your screen for a few seconds after the deed. 

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I’m a fashion photographer and I’ve taken tasteful intimate photos of my gorgeous wife that we don’t want anyone else to see. I know I can’t just save them on my Windows computer or iCloud. What should I do?

— Listener in Miami, FL

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]]> 895188 https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/the-secret-to-get-better-pics-of-you-and-your-family/893510/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 19:30:00 +0000

It’s happened to me and I’m sure you, too. You’re at the perfect location for a family photo. It’s just you, the fam and a beautiful background — and no one’s there to take the picture. 

Sure, it’s easy to snap a selfie, but your phone’s front camera just isn’t as high quality as its rear camera. The front-facing cam won’t capture the full scope of your vacation spot, and it’s hard to fit everyone in its frame.

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]]> 893510 https://www.komando.com/kims-column/how-to-take-better-phone-pics/891198/ Sat, 22 Jul 2023 11:30:00 +0000

Your fancy smartphone won’t do you much good if it’s dead. Here’s the best way to charge yours from a certified tech pro.

One more knowledge drop from me to you: Your phone is full of hidden apps and settings. I’m always surprised developers don’t brag about this stuff more.

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]]> 891198 https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/digitize-photos-and-negatives/828190/ Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Your smartphone makes it easy to share photos with anyone at any time. But unless your phone is your first camera, you may have some old negatives. You can get them developed or scan them into your phone to view and share easily. Tap or click here for tips on converting negatives into digital photos.

A physical scanner is one route you can take to digitize your photo collection, but (surprise, surprise) you can also use an app. Here are three great options.

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]]> 828190 https://www.komando.com/how-tos/find-and-search-photos/860567/ Sun, 09 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

A friend sent you the name of a great hotel in Palm Springs, but you can’t find the message. Try searching your texts. Tap or click here for tips to find any message you’re looking for in seconds.

You can do the same with your photo album. Instead of scrolling forever, try searching for “sunset,” “Hawaii,” “dog,” or anything else you want to see. Tap or click here for pro tricks to hunt down any image in a snap.

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]]> 860567 https://www.komando.com/how-tos/import-photos-from-facebook/860902/ Sat, 08 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0000

The more social media accounts you have, the more data companies collect on you. There’s an easy way to clean up your old posts from Twitter, Facebook, Imgur and more. Tap or click here for a tool that can automatically remove posts from over 20 sites and apps.

Some of us have been on Facebook for years, meaning we have several years’ worth of photos and videos stored there. If you’re ready to pull the plug, here’s how to get all your media off Facebook.

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]]> 860902 https://www.komando.com/kims-column/look-better-in-photos-2/823163/ Sat, 01 Jul 2023 09:30:00 +0000

When was the last time you looked at a photo of yourself and thought, “Dang, I am so incredibly good-looking!” If it’s been a while, you’re not alone. Let me help.

Get rid of your “turkey neck”

It’s not just you. Cameras can exaggerate certain features and give you a different appearance than what you see in the mirror. That’s why you need to be strategic when you pose.

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]]> 823163 https://www.komando.com/kims-column/save-your-photos/821701/ Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:30:00 +0000

Have you ever lost your phone? There’s that sinking feeling when you realize it’s nowhere to be found.

There are better ways to find a lost phone than getting someone to call it for you. Tap or click for methods to find your misplaced smartphone, even if it’s powered down.

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]]> 821701 https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/photo-organization-tips/876639/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 10:30:00 +0000

Is your camera roll out of control? You might be able to keep yourself ahead of the game by taking things one day at a time. This simple trick can help clear out extra space on your device and improve its performance, all without wasting too much time or energy.

Read on to learn about our favorite hack for shutterbugs and photo junkies.

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]]> 876639 https://www.komando.com/kims-column/convert-photos-and-negatives/854293/ Thu, 04 May 2023 10:30:00 +0000

Forget scrolling through your phone’s endless photo gallery to find something. Here’s a pro trick to locate any photo you want in 30 seconds or less.

If your photos aren’t backed up, this is your reminder to do it now. You’d be heartbroken should you lose all those memories. Tap or click for the foolproof steps to make the job easier.

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]]> 854293 https://www.komando.com/kims-column/share-photos-safely/885150/ Sat, 29 Apr 2023 11:30:00 +0000

You meet someone on a dating app, then take the conversation to text messages. Things are going well, and you send a picture of the sunrise one morning. Harmless, right? Boom! You may have just given away your exact location.

Our tech stores all kinds of tidbits about where we are, what we’re doing, when we’re doing it, you name it. Suspect someone is cheating? Tech leaves those breadcrumbs, too.

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]]> 885150 https://www.komando.com/kims-column/quick-photo-cleanup/871608/ Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:30:00 +0000

As fun as it is to take more than five pics of every cute animal, life event, or meal, your phone has a limit. For every beautiful shot, you’re probably saving a bunch of junk. Are you getting that “storage full” message? It’s a pain.

On an iPhone, do this one thing to get storage space back in an instant.

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]]> 871608 https://www.komando.com/security-privacy/acropalypse-exploit/880998/ Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:30:00 +0000

The internet is a big place, and sharing the wrong photo of yourself might land you in trouble. Some choose to crop identifying details out of intimate images, but the “Acropalypse” exploit within the Google Pixel ecosystem could render this precaution totally void.

Read on for details on one dangerous way your privacy might be violated (even if your media never leaves your device).

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]]> 880998 https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/satellite-images-of-earth/874126/ Wed, 25 Jan 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Satellite images of our little blue planet can dazzle even the most jaded among us. How cool would it be to see the best of our world through the eyes of a giant?

That brings us to a very cool website. SkyFi is a tool that lets you explore the world from space, and you can even order a photo of any coordinates on the planet for $175.

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]]> 874126 https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/organize-your-photo-gallery/777647/ Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The temperature outside is dropping, and you know what that means — holiday photo cards! If you want your card to command some real estate on your loved ones’ refrigerators, the easiest trick is to bring in your pet! Tap or click here for creative ways to include your furry friend in this year’s holiday cards.

Digital cameras have been around for over 30 years. If you were lucky enough to own one, you’ve been taking digital photos for decades. That also means that you have tons of images. Even if you only started taking pictures with a smartphone, that amounts to an enormous collection of digital memories.

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