VHS Cassette Explained: What It Is and How to Save Yours
Introduced in 1976, VHS cassette tapes use VCRs to record & playback video content. They're still used, but convert the VHS tapes to digital before they go bad.
The Heirloom Blog: Where Memories Meet the Future
VHS Labels: How to Decode What’s on That Old VHS Tape
Unlock the secrets of history with VHS Tape Labels! Dive into a world of codes and symbols that preserve our cultural legacy. #VHSTapeLabels #FilmArchiving
Photo Digitizing Service: How to Scan and Preserve Your Pictures
Why Photo Scanning Still Matters Today In a world flooded with smartphone snapshots, many of our most meaningful memories are still sitting in shoeboxes, albums, or drawers—fading. Whether it’s a wedding photo, a baby’s first...
U-matic Tapes: What to Do with 3/4-Inch Video Before It’s Lost
Discover the revolutionary Sony U-Matic VO-1600, the first video cassette recorder that transformed home entertainment. Explore the its features and impact!
Scrapbook Ideas to Spark Joy and Digitize Your Memories
Capture, curate, and connect all memories into a digital scrapbook. Enjoy your digitized media online. Share with friends and family around the world, forever.
Mold on VHS Tapes? Here’s How to Save Your Memories Before It’s Too Late
After a lifetime of memories captured on VHS, don't lose those memories to mold! Learn how to stop and clean mold from your VHS, and how to digitize them.
3/4 Video: Preserving U-matic Tapes Before The Video Treasure is Gone
Discover the ultimate guide for media enthusiasts on unraveling the mysteries of Umatic 3/4 inch video tapes at Heirloom. Get expert insights and tips today.
Picture Disc Memories: What to Know About Photos on DVD
After paying to develop the film, many families put photos, negatives & slides onto CDs or DVDs. The discs don't last, but you may be able to save the pictures.
What Is a Digital Video Disc? How to Preserve DVDs Today
Introduced in 1995, DVDs were used to store video and other digital files. They're still around, but transfer the contents to the cloud before they break.
Is It Better to Scan Negatives or Photos?
Discover the hidden potential of your memories! Uncover the benefits of scanning picture negatives over prints. Preserve, edit, and share with clarity.
VHS Tracking: How to Fix That Wavy, Fuzzy Tape Playback
What Is VHS Tracking? VHS tracking is a manual or automatic feature on VCRs that aligns the magnetic tape with the video head. When tracking is off, the video looks warped—horizontal lines may roll across...
The MiniDisc: A Small Disc Packed With Big Memories
What is a MiniDisc? The MiniDisc (often written as Mini Disc or mini disk) was Sony's answer to digital music recording in the 1990s and early 2000s. Unlike cassette tapes or CDs, MiniDiscs featured a...