The process of converting a video tape takes time. If your tape is 2 hours, it will have to be played through for the whole 2 hours to create a digital file in AVI format. The digital file must then be compressed onto a DVD so that you can view it on TV. This process can take an hour or more depending on the speed of the computer.

If you would like for us to convert any of your video tapes, do call us on 07 3103 9438.

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1. Click upload;
2. Select video or slideshow files from your computer;
3. It will automatically download your files;
4. Choose to privacy:
• Public: anyone can view
• Private: only people you give permission to view
5. Your changes will automatically be save.

The next steps are vital for businesses.

Title: Give your video or slideshow a title using keywords.

Description: Give a description of your video or slideshow and provide a link to your website if you have one. Try to include keyword in your description if you can.

Tags: This is the best place to add all your keywords.

I was recently told that an average wedding can cost around $20,000 or more. Wow! That is a lot.  I love the idea of simplicity in a modern Wedding and that is why I chose to have a simple traditional Church Mass ceremony in a Cathedral and a Wedding Reception held in our family home patio decorated by family and friends. Everything we had was handmade by our family or friends and we had less than 50 guests.

What was important for us were the highlights that made up the special moments of the day. This was re-created in our Wedding DVD Slideshow which I personally made. Using our photos and videos mixed to our song, we re-created the atmosphere and moments we remembered on a DVD Slideshow Presentation. The highlights of the day for me was the exchanging of our vows because we broke tradition and chose our own vows.

We can help You to create a Wedding DVD Slideshow using your photos and short videos mixed into a beautiful DVD presentation, to tell your story. Please look at our packages or call us on 07 3103 9438 or send us an email to find out more.

How did you celebrate your Wedding and what was or will be the highlight from your day?

Sending Christmas eCards

Do you still send Christmas Greeting Cards? Why not try something new this year and send a Christmas eCard instead?

I use to love receiving Cards by mail but now I get excited watching an animated slideshow eCard. I have relatives all around the world and since the birth of my second child, I’m always trying to find ways to cut preparation time in half.

This year I’ve done something new and really unique and will be sending out a Christmas eCard. I do have elderly aunts and uncles who do not have a clue about emails so with them, I’ve transfered the Greeting onto a CD/DVD.

All you need to do is choose your favorite moments in photos and videos throughout the year, or just use your iphone or digital camera to record a personal message for Christmas.

Create your slideshow eCard and upload it onto YouTube or transfer it onto CD/DVD, send an email to your family and friends with this link to view it on YouTube. You can choose to make the video or slideshow public for all to see or private on YouTube. You can even share it on Facebook or Twitter.

Try something different, send a Christmas eCard that will amaze and put a smile on your family and friends.

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Plan Early

Gathering photos and videos is very time consuming. It took 21 years or even 60 years or more, to collect all your wonderful memories in photos and videos, give yourself at least a couple of months or more to choose the photos and video moments, to include in the presentation.

Organise Yourself

Will you be planning a party for them?

Would you need invitations or just a call to invite?

Where is the party or celebrations?

Do they have the equipment or technology to play a DVD or USB?

These are question you would need to consider when planning and creating your Slideshow presentation.

Time Management

Do you have the time to create your DVD Slideshow Presentation? If yes, then start arranging your photos and editing your videos to choose special moments to include in your slideshow presentation.

 Get to Work

Once you have organised all the photos and videos edited the way you want, start working on your slideshow presentation. The longer you wait, the harder it gets to create it. The reason for this is more psychological due to the lack of time.

Remember, if you give yourself ample time without rushing yourself, you will be able to create that slideshow.

Create Your Own YouTube Channel

Did you know that you can create a YouTube Channel for your Business? PhotoshowDVD is my YouTube Channel and I display all my Video Slideshows. If you do not have your own website, the YouTube Channel is a great way to help you have an online presence and its free. What can you get from a YouTube Account?

1. You can create your own Channel;

2. Tag your videos to as many keywords as you like;

3. You can add your YouTube Channel to your email communications;

4. Promote your videos through your website, blog, Facebook and Twitter;

5. Create a playlist for your videos and organise them;

6. People can rate your video and post comments.

If you have a Video Camera or photos of your products, create a Slideshow and upload to YouTube. You can use simple Video Editing softwares like Movie Maker (comes with windows) or iMovie (comes with macs) to add transitions, caption, music and special effects.

Be creative and watch how your community grows.

1. Smilebox – Creates Simple Slideshow
2. Animoto – A more creative Slideshow

You can create unlimited short slideshows using your photos and short videos. It is easy to use and allows you to add text and motion effects and use royalty free music. Once you’ve created them, you can upload it onto YouTube or Facebook to share with others or burn it onto DVD.

Slideshow are not limited to just individuals or families but even small businesses and non profits can also benefit by creating web slideshow for their website. You can use photos of your products or even just a short video of you introducing your services and incorporating your brand, logo, contact details and add text or captions showing information on your products and services, use music or even a voice recording. You can do all this without burning a hole in your budget. All it takes is a bit of time and practice.

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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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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
2/611 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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