Welcome to the World of 3D

Posted on 11 September 2011 by photoshow

3D TVI remember when I first watched a 3D movie, I was so excited then. I saw Jaws in 3D, wow, everything just came alive. Now we have 3D TV, 3D in Nintendo DS, Mobile Phones and even Video Cameras with 3D capabilities and it is still so amazing. What’s next? 4D movies are slowly making their way in. What is 4D? It is the experience of 3D with physical effects.

Imagine what our future TV Ads would look like in 3D or even 4D. I’m sure it won’t be far off as we enter this new and amazing era. Imagine being able to see a Pizza popping out in front of you from your TV while you smell the aroma, a sensual marketing strategy that would temp anyone.

Entertainment, movies and video games have already utilised 3D capabilities. 3D without glasses is already here. TV Ads will surely be the next big thing to happen giving a whole new dimension in advertising. What is your memorable 3D experience?

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Do you regularly backup your documents, photos and videos?

Posted on 15 August 2011 by photoshow

Many people often ask me whether information or photos and videos stored on their hard drives, can be restored when the computer crashes. If you experience your computer crashing, it is a good chance you need to backup your hard drive.

A computer crashing can be caused by a number of things. It could be a virus, corrupted files or even your hard drive about to take its last breath. An external hard drive is a great way to save all your data and I would recommend one if you store all your photos, videos and important documents on a computer. Consider other ways of backup, an external drive, DVD and even Cloud Computing. Make sure you have a backup routine to save your important documents, photos etc… It is always a good idea to make sure you regularly backup all your information, photos etc… into a separate external hard drive.

If you would like to recover any data from your hard drive or have any queries relating to computer issues, please contact:

Anthony Kuluz
System Recovery2/611 Robinson Rd, Aspley Qld 4034
Ph: 07 3863 0700
E: repairs@itservice.net.au
W: www.itservice.net.au

 In addition, if you mention PHOTOSHOW to Anthony upon confirming your bookings with them, you will receive a Full Version of Trend Micro Titanium 2011 3 User Pack for free.

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Use Freemake Video Converter to convert your videos on your mobile

Posted on 11 August 2011 by photoshow

If you have recorded videos on your mobile phone and would like to transfer them onto DVD, try using Freemake Video Converter to convert the videos. This is an easy software to use and its free. It is an all in one video converter which you will find very useful even for your ipod and iphone as well as PlayStation 3 and Sony PSP. You can even use it to turn your photos into slide shows or create music visualizations.

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Single Layer vs Dual Layer DVDs

Posted on 3 August 2011 by photoshow

DVDMost DVD can hold up to 2 hours of high quality video footage. Anything more than 2 hours would be split into 2 DVDs, mainly to preserve the quality.

A dual layer disc can have up to 4 hours of video footage on the DVD. However, they are not compatible with many DVD players.

From our experience, DVD players purchased within the last 2 years are more compatible with these dual layer disc. When DVD players first came out they were able to play only original DVDs purchased from shops or rented. From then to now, there are many different types of DVD that are available in the market.

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Eurasian Sugee Cake in Sydney

Posted on 25 July 2011 by photoshow

My cousin Beverley made a Sugee Cake and brought it down all the way from Sydney for my daughters’ Christening. The almond Sugee Cake is a favourite amongst the Eurasians in Singapore. It is a must have for any occassion from Christening, Weddings, Birthdays to Anniversaries or anything I would associate as my Portuguese Eurasian heritage.

This cake cannot be bought in the shops anywhere in Australia unless it is made by a Eurasian of Portuguese background from Singapore or Malaysia or by someone who is lucky enough to have a copy of the recipe. It is very delicious and I am so grateful to Beverley for making it for us as it has been years since I’ve eaten it.

If you are in Sydney and would like to have something different for any special occassion, you must try a Portuguese Eurasian Sugee Cake, please contact Beverley de Rosario on mobile 0431224385, who specializes in this cake.

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Audacity is a free Audio Software

Posted on 18 July 2011 by photoshow
Voice Recording

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I have been asked many times if I know any software that can record voice to tell a story for a video. I have found a free audio software called Audicity, it can be used for recording and editing sounds. It is a very popular free software which we often use. The download version allows you to install for both Mac and Windows. Use Audacity for the following:

  1. Record voice audio;
  2. Convert tapes and records into digital recordings or CDs;
  3. Edit and mix sounds or music;
  4. Adjust the speed of audio;
  5. The software can also do more, see list of features on their site.
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How to share your family videos and slideshows on YouTube privately

Posted on 16 July 2011 by photoshow
Videos to DVD

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Did you know that you can share your videos and slideshows on YouTube privately with your family or relatives around the world. All you need to do is to create an account or sign in if you already have an account. Once your account is created, just click to upload your video or slideshow. Give the video or slideshow a title and then click the privacy option and save it. You can then add your family member’s email address to your list and every time you upload a video or slideshow, your family will receive an email to inform them that a new video or slideshow has been uploaded onto YouTube. All for your private viewing.

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Editing your Videos

Posted on 5 July 2011 by photoshow
Video Editing

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Video editing may sound like a daunting and complex task, but it doesn’t have to be. It can be a very fun and enjoyable experience. All too often we film footage from our cameras and phones, upload them to our computer and that’s where they seem to stay.

Why not turn them into something great and share with your family and friends. One program that comes free with Windows, is Windows Movie Maker/Live Movie Maker. It’s a great movie editing program that is easy to use and will have you watching your creations on DVD in no time. Trim and edit your footage. Add effects and transitions to jazz up your footage. With a bit of practice, this can be done in matter of minutes, not hours.

You will be amazed at what you can achieve. Creating a DVD of your movies can also make a great gift idea and will surely impress your family and friends.

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Converting VHS tapes to DVD

Posted on 28 June 2011 by photoshow
VHS to DVD

VHS to DVD

Many clients ask us to convert their favourite Hollywood movies to DVD. I would first suggest you check your online and local shops to see if they are available on DVD. If it is really rare and hard to find, we may be able to convert your VHS tape to DVD.

We can also convert all your home family videos from VHS tapes to DVD. It is a good thing to convert them to DVD before it degrades or get mouldy. Converting your family videos to DVD will ensure you preserve your precious memories.

Related Posts: M-Disc: The First Permanent backup Disc that last forever; DVD Disc Types; Care and Handling your DVD

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Photoshow: Your Story on DVD

Posted on 26 June 2011 by photoshow

Photoshow on DVDSome people call a DVD photo presentation, DVD Photoshows or DVD Slideshows.  They are all the same and are like your regular TV shows or DVD Movies. The difference is that it is your life story in photos mixed to your favourite music. A photo montage or collage can be created within the show to have motions and transition effects that enhances the photos to create an emotional impact on the memories they hold. It is also a way to preserve and archive your photos into a digital format.

Related Posts: Preserve your Slideshow Memories; Care and Handling your DVD for longer storage; Restoring the Colour of your Old Photos; M-Disc: The First Permanent Disc that Lasts Forever

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