Video & Photo Tech

  After President Trump's recent Executive Order stating he'd ban TikTok in the Unites States if Chinese parent company ByteDance doesn't sell or spin off the the app in the United States, some of the platform's 500 million active monthly users may be trying to find an alternative to the popular social media platform (just in case). As of publication on Aug. 23, TikTok is still up and running, but with Instagram's recent release of Reels, a short-form video-sharing feature, you might be wondering if there are any other apps which offer comparable features. To get you started, here are five apps like TikTok you can try if you're looking to add some more options for video creation. TikTok, which was officially released in 2016 as a Chinese-owned video-sharing app, has repeatedly denied sharing user data with the Chinese government or censoring content at the Chinese government's request. Back in July 2020, TikTok responded to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo...

Instagram has rolled out its Reels feature to everyone. Now you can make your own music videos within Instagram itself. Here’s how to get started. Reels is a feature that allows you to record and edit short videos set to songs. You know TikTok? Yeah, it’s basically TikTok. It’s so very much TikTok that, if you’re already on TikTok, then I’m not sure if you’re going to get much out of using Reels. Still, whether you want to wriggle free of TikTok’s insidious grip, or you just want to check out the latest feature Instagram swiped from a competitor (no, I’m not cynical; perish the thought), we’re here to help. Here’s how to make your first Instagram Reel — or your first Reels. The singular is unclear. First, access the Instagram Camera by swiping from the main timeline. At the bottom of the camera, you’ll see the options “Live,” “Story,” and the new one, “Reels.” Live and Story you probably already know about, so swipe over to Reels and get started. From this camera, you can record clips ...

  In our search for the  best video editing software , we’ve analyzed numerous high-quality programs. However, it’s important to understand that there’s no single best option that’s suited to all users. For example, a professional video editor will likely need a more powerful program than an amateur who simply wants to put together a short clip with footage from their last holiday.  For the professional, advanced features and editing power are going to be a priority. On the other hand, an amateur will be more likely to choose a program that’s easy to use and boasts speed and efficiency.  With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of five things you need to consider when you’re selecting the right video editing software for your needs. Again, remember that the best option for someone else won’t necessarily be the best for you, so make sure you keep an open mind. 1. What you’re planning to use it for The first, and arguably the most important, thing to consider when ...