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What Size Photo Gets the Best DPI for Scanning?
What Size Photo Gets the Best DPI for Scanning?
Maybe you remember sitting patiently as someone flipped through page after page of wallet-sized photos of children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Or you might remember a loved one pulling...
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How Do I Know if My Film Is 8mm or 16mm?
How Do I Know if My Film Is 8mm or 16mm?
Whether you’ve actually watched old film reels firsthand or not, you probably at least know it comes (more like came) in several different formats– 65mm, 75mm, 35mm, 16mm, and of course,...
Two Digital8 tapes.
Transferring Digital8 Tapes to the Computer
Here at Legacybox, we digitize lots of different forms of media - from print photos to film reels, videotapes, and more. We specialize in the digitization of many analog media...
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How to Remove Old Photos from Sticky Albums Without Damage
You treasure your old photos and love those cherished albums. These special collections of photos truly feel alive with memories. In an ideal world, these would provide a safe space,...
3x5 cassette tapes and film scattered on a desk.
iMemories Reviews: Uncovering the Pros and Cons
Digitization makes it easy to preserve precious memories. Many services promise to transform analog media into beautiful digital versions. This is a good thing; the customers of yesteryear struggled to...
Black and gray film camera near printed photos.
Forever Studios Reviews—How They Compare to Legacybox
In a day and age of rapidly evolving digital technology and cloud-based data storage, the security of our "old-fashioned" media is important, especially when this media contains priceless family memories....
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ScanMyPhotos Review: How Does It Compare to Legacybox?
Photo digitization promises peace of mind. This is your chance to convert physical media to a digital format — keeping precious pictures looking pristine far into the future.   Good...
Servers for cloud storage.
Introducing Legacybox’s New Cloud Storage: Secure, Convenient, and Accessible
Your memories deserve to be cherished and protected. In their physical form, they could be vulnerable — warping, blemishes, and discoloration become more likely with every passing year. To ensure...
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DIY vs. Professional Digitizing: Which Option is Right for You?
Your treasured memories can instantly make you smile from ear to ear, with beloved photos and videos bringing precious moments to life. These mementos deserve protection because, over time, they...
Woman backing up photos on her phone and computer.
Best Ways to Back Up and Store Digital Photos
Photos provide a powerful snapshot in time — a chance to gaze at treasured memories. Each image reminds you of special people and places. You adore these pictures and are...
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10 Tips For Making The Perfect Birthday Slideshow
On the hunt for a unique way to wish a loved one a happy birthday? If you're planning a party and want to make this event extra meaningful, show you...
Do Polaroids Fade?
Do Polaroids Fade?
In an age where shutter enthusiasts can snap any and every picture on a whim thanks to the infinite forgiveness of smartphone cameras, it’s crazy to believe just how far...
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How to Destroy Old Family Photos No One Wants
If you’re a shutterbug or you just love photographs, it’s easy to “over-collect.” Over the years you may collect a few photos here and there, then one day you turn...