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Mini DV Tape: How to Save Your DV Memories Before It’s Too Late

Geoff Weber · June 16, 2024

Introduced in 1995, DV cassette tapes were very popular for recording home movies. They're still around, but convert the DV tapes to digital before they go bad.

Scratched DVD? How to Recover Lost Files and Videos the Smart Way

Geoff Weber · May 12, 2024

Discover how to recover lost data from damaged CDs & DVDs with our comprehensive guide. Learn expert techniques to salvage priceless memories & vital files!

VCR and VHS tapes needing digital conversion

VCR to Digital Converter: What to Know Before You Buy or Try

Geoff Weber · January 2, 2024

The Videocassette Recorder (VCR) was epic technology, but discontinued in 2016. Digitize these video home system (VHS) tapes before the analog signal degrades.

How to Convert 35mm Slides to Digital: A Simple Guide for Families

Geoff Weber · September 10, 2023

What Are 35mm Slides? Long before smartphones and digital cameras, many families preserved their most treasured moments on 35mm photographic slides—also known as photo slides. These tiny snapshots were often projected on living room walls...

80s Pop Culture: How to Relive the Greatest Decade on Tape

Geoff Weber · August 11, 2023

Why We Can’t Let Go of the 80s There’s something about 80s pop culture that just sticks with us. Maybe it’s the mixtapes, the Saturday morning cartoons, or the VHS-recorded birthday parties with neon hats...

Was Fringe Popular in the 80s? A Look at the Style That Swung

Jennifer Jordan · July 1, 2023

Uncover the legacy of fringe in 1980s fashion trends. Explore how fringe made a bold statement, shaping the era's iconic style in this nostalgic look back.

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What Is Metamemory? Understanding How We Remember Remembering

Geoff Weber · January 2, 2023

A metamemory exponentially increases the value of your home movies, photos, and other cherished memories. Make metamemories from your private social network.

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Veteran Grown: What It Means and Why It Matters for Heirloom

Geoff Weber · November 11, 2022

As a veteran-owned business, it's no surprise that Heirloom was awarded four designations as a Military Friendly Brand on Veteran's Day 2021.

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