Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Monday, March 28, 2011
Friday, March 25, 2011
Question: What is the difference between a CD, Data DVD, and DVD Video?
Answer:A CD will hold 700MB of data. It is readable in virtually every computer. Most DVD players connected to a TV will display JPEG images from the CD.
A Data DVD will hold 4.6GB of data, or about 6.5 times as much as a CD. A Data DVD is similar to a CD but it requires a DVD reader in a computer to read it. Most newer computers have a DVD reader. A Data DVD cannot be read in most DVD players for TV viewing.
A DVD Video is a DVD-R disc that has been formatted for movies. It works the same as a DVD movie that you would rent from your local video store (Blockbuster Video, Redbox, etc.)
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Today's Tip:
How to keep your image files safe after archiving them!
How to keep your image files safe after archiving them!
First, you've sent your photos, slides, or other film format to Larsen Digital Services for memory preservation. Now what? We give your files back to you either on a CD, DVD, USB flash drive, or an External Hard Drive. While these are the best options right now for the safekeeping of your images, there are extra precautions you can take to ensure the safety of your files!
-Save a copy of your images to your personal computer. Not only does this give you an extra copy of each file, but now you can upload your photos to Facebook, Blogger, or Twitter! You always want to make sure that you have at least one backup of your images.
-If you received your images on a DVD or CD, then a good idea would be to purchase an external hard drive, or USB flash drive (depending on how much room you need) to keep another set of images on. You will want to store this hard drive in a well conditioned area. You can also store backups of important documents and files as well. Then, if your personal computer crashes you have that extra hard drive with everything important to you on it! You can find many cost-effective hard drives at online merchants such as NewEgg.com, mwave.com, and others.
-There are on-line file storage companies which keep your files safe and accessible. However, there is a monthly charge for this service depending on how much storage you need. You will definitely want to make sure the company you choose offers password protection, as well as an encrypted file transfer.
-Save a copy of your images to your personal computer. Not only does this give you an extra copy of each file, but now you can upload your photos to Facebook, Blogger, or Twitter! You always want to make sure that you have at least one backup of your images.
-If you received your images on a DVD or CD, then a good idea would be to purchase an external hard drive, or USB flash drive (depending on how much room you need) to keep another set of images on. You will want to store this hard drive in a well conditioned area. You can also store backups of important documents and files as well. Then, if your personal computer crashes you have that extra hard drive with everything important to you on it! You can find many cost-effective hard drives at online merchants such as NewEgg.com, mwave.com, and others.
-There are on-line file storage companies which keep your files safe and accessible. However, there is a monthly charge for this service depending on how much storage you need. You will definitely want to make sure the company you choose offers password protection, as well as an encrypted file transfer.
DID YOU KNOW...
Larsen Digital Services offers a 5 Year Data SafeKeeping Program? If you use us to digitize your important treasures, you can pay a one time fee to have us keep your images for 5 Years! After that 5 Years is complete, feel free to renew it for another one time fee, and have peace of mind knowing your memories are safe! Price starts at only $8.15!
Larsen Digital Services offers a 5 Year Data SafeKeeping Program? If you use us to digitize your important treasures, you can pay a one time fee to have us keep your images for 5 Years! After that 5 Years is complete, feel free to renew it for another one time fee, and have peace of mind knowing your memories are safe! Price starts at only $8.15!
Monday, March 21, 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011
Question: What type of editing is going to be done on my digitized images?
Answer: We offer a few different editing options.
Silver Servicing (suggested option) includes:
-Color Correction (automated)
-Fade Correction (automated)
-Image Rotation
-1 Folder per every 50 Images
-All editing included in the Silver Scanning price (starting at just $0.35/slide!)
Gold Servicing includes:
-Full featured professional post scan manual image adjustments by a PhotoShop Expert. (manual color correction, contrast adjustment, minor spot treatment, manual cropping)
-Image Rotation
-1 Folder per every 50 Images
-All editing included in the Gold Scanning price (starting at just $0.69/slide!)
Restoration Editing:
Restores your old pictures. We can fix photos that have been ripped, crumpled, burnt edges, etc. We can also add color to your black and white photos. Price depends on work requested.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Paul Simon said...
"Preserve your memories, they're all that's left of you"
Take advice from this amazing artist! Preserve your memories today!
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Let the deals keep coming!
Print your coupon below:
Watch your favorite memories on a slideshow!
Additional options include background music (your own, or royalty free), jump points, and title slides!
Order Today!
Monday, March 14, 2011
Have you noticed our Makeover up top? If not, it's pretty amazing! This picture had the corner torn off, it's wrinkled, and the edges are completely worn. A lot of people would think there is no helping this cause... that's where Larsen Digital comes in!
We were able to re-create the arm and dress, fix the borders and wrinkles, and adjust the coloring. It's truly amazing!
Cost of this project: $90.00Memories re-lived: priceless!
Learn more about our photo restoration and repair here.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
This original picture has a heavy green tint to it, but with some color correction this can easily be fixed!
Look at what a beautiful difference this makes! Send us your memories!
Slides, negatives, and prints starting at just $0.35 each! Order today!
Slides, negatives, and prints starting at just $0.35 each! Order today!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Question: Can I send my slides to you in carousels?
You can send your slides in carousels but we strongly encourage you not to do so. Shipping your slides to us in carousels will significantly increase your shipping costs. The carousels are bulky and add a lot of extra weight. In addition to the added shipping costs, there are a number of reason that we do not want to receive the slides in carousels or other similar containers. All of our scanning is done in a controlled "clean room". To reduce the risk of introducing dust into the scanning areas we will not allow shipping materials, carousels, slides trays, etc. into the scanning rooms. Because of this, the first thing thing we have to do is get your slides out of the carousels and into a sealed container.
For more information please refer to our slide preparation page
For more information please refer to our slide preparation page
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Have you converted all your old slides and photos and want to know what to do with it now? Try digital scrapbooking! For the most options and the lowest price, TopTenReviews ranks
My Memories Suite
as the best overall digital scrapbooking software at a price of $29.95 (@Herman Street).
Other top software:
#2- Memory Mixer
#3- Digital Scrapbook Artist
#4- FotoFusion
#5- Art Explosion Scrapbook Factory Deluxe
Already have a paper scrapbook made but want to turn it digital? We can do that for you! Learn more here
My Memories Suite
as the best overall digital scrapbooking software at a price of $29.95 (@Herman Street).
Other top software:#2- Memory Mixer
#3- Digital Scrapbook Artist
#4- FotoFusion
#5- Art Explosion Scrapbook Factory Deluxe
Already have a paper scrapbook made but want to turn it digital? We can do that for you! Learn more here
Friday, February 25, 2011
-We love what we do, and that shows up in the final product.
-We have successfully preserved memories since 1995
-We understand the invaluable nature of what we are handling and we treat each photo and video as if it were our very own.
-We keep all film and video in our safe and secure fire proof vault except for when it is being scanned or transferred.
-We never send your precious memories to India, Costa Rica, or anywhere else.
-We do all scanning and video work right here in our facility in Utah.
-Our staff is a highly trained and qualified group of digital photo technicians.
-Our equipment is always the best that is available in the industry.
-Our prices are the best value you will find anywhere. (see the proof here)
Need more convincing? Check out all our customer comments!
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Today we are featuring a question concerning VHS Video Tape Transfers!
Answer: At our platinum service level, we will edit out dead spots from your video tapes.
*This option is not available with our Silver and Gold service.
Did You Know...
Your precious home movies only have a storage life of one MAYBE two decades before they deteriorate? After just a few years the color begins to distort, and you will see a 'snow' effect start to settle in. They can deteriorate whether you watch them on a daily basis, or keep them in a box.
Need to convert your VHS tapes and home movies? Click here
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Need a new digital camera? Not sure which one to get? Here is www.bestinclass.com's #1 overall pick:
Here's a quick Overview of this awesome camera:
"Whether you are a government lurking spy in the shadows or a sneaky relative trying to get great unposed images during a family reunion, the Canon S95 has the size and sensitivity to rest quietly in your pocket until the time when you see that great shot you would usually miss with a bulkier camera. for your low light camera desires, I would start with Canon, and the S95 is my best in class pick to suit your needs."
Zoom: 3.8x
Image Stabilization: Yes
Resolution: 10MP
Max ISO: 1600
Easy To Use: Yes
Want more information? Visit Best in Class here
Canon PowerShot S95
Here's a quick Overview of this awesome camera:"Whether you are a government lurking spy in the shadows or a sneaky relative trying to get great unposed images during a family reunion, the Canon S95 has the size and sensitivity to rest quietly in your pocket until the time when you see that great shot you would usually miss with a bulkier camera. for your low light camera desires, I would start with Canon, and the S95 is my best in class pick to suit your needs."
Zoom: 3.8x
Image Stabilization: Yes
Resolution: 10MP
Max ISO: 1600
Easy To Use: Yes
Want more information? Visit Best in Class here
Monday, February 14, 2011
Today's transformation is really subtle, but it makes a HUGE difference! This photo is nearly 20 years old. It is faded, and the hue is too warm. We did a simple fade and color correction- it looks as though this picture could have been taken last summer!
You can see the edges are sharper, and more defined, the way your pictures should be!
Did you know...
Fade and color correction are included in our prices?! Have your images digitized today! Click here!
Fade and color correction are included in our prices?! Have your images digitized today! Click here!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Question: I have both the negatives and the printed photos; which one is better to have scanned?Answer: The Original!!
In Almost Every Case, the original negative will produce a better scan than the printed photo. The negative is the "original" and it will always contain more scan-able data than the print.
Did You Know...That we scan negatives and slides starting out at JUST 35¢? Want to order? Just click here!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
The most common photos we digitize are those from our customers' travels. Here are some tips from PhotographyTips.com on how to prepare and make the most out of your vacation pictures!
- Take plenty of pictures. You don't want to return home and try to describe a wonderful scene or event that you could have photographed if you had planned to shoot generously.
- If you are planning to share your adventures while you're on the road, send your most representative pictures to friends and family by email or upload them to a photo-sharing website. Be selective, though, and don't overdo it. People will enjoy seeing two or three great pictures much more than 30 or 40 shots of everything you encountered.
- If you are traveling in a group, each member should bring their own camera, even when one person has agreed to take on the role of principal photographer. You would be surprised at how individuals see photographic subjects in different ways.
- When photographing an exciting or funny event, take the time every now and then to shoot behind you or beside you to show the reaction of others.
- When using a digital camera, take the time to review the shots you took that day, and delete those that are unsuitable.
- Be sure to take along plenty of film or several digital media cards. It's frustrating to come upon a must-photograph scene, and discover that you're out of film or your cards are all full.
- Bring your battery charger along on your trip. Although you can usually charge batteries while they are in your camera, a separate charger permits you to use a second set of batteries while the first is being recharged.
- If you are undecided about whether to take a picture of an interesting scene that has caught your attention, just take it. You can always toss it out later if you don't like it. But, it's usually difficult to return at a later time to find the same circumstances.
- The same principle applies to photographs that you think may not turn out. It may seem too dark or too cloudy, for instance, or your subject may be in deep shade or moving quickly. But, go ahead and take the shot anyway. You will sometimes amaze yourself by how a tricky shot turns out better than you expected. Also, many photographs that have minor problems can be saved using digital editing software or in the darkroom. And, if it simply doesn't work, you know what to do...toss it out.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Check out this makeover! Looks like this picture has been crumpled- but who wants to throw this memory away when we can fix it for you!
We have dedicated artists who treat your precious photos as their own, and work hard to bring your memories back to life.
This project would be roughly $30.00. Reminiscing is priceless. See how much yours would cost today!
Check out more restoration examples here
Larsen Digital Services
1-800-776-8357
Check out more restoration examples here
Larsen Digital Services
1-800-776-8357
Friday, February 4, 2011
Question: How do I know what type of movie film I have?
Answer: Use the pictures below to help identify your film type:
DID YOU KNOW....
The standard 8 mm film format was developed by the Eastman Kodak company during the Great Depression and released on the market in 1932 to create a home movie format that was less expensive than 16 mm?
Want more information about movie film? Visit us here
