VLOG: What is HEVC video and how can you upload it to Youtube?

As we improve video quality, file size get bigger fast. New methods of compression will help reign in that bloat, but whenever we switch formats, we should expect some teething pains. HEVC is a new codec for phones, but one we’ve been using for a couple of years now on cameras like the Samsung NX1. How can you edit or upload this video to Youtube? Let’s explain what H.265 is and what you can do with it!

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A Beginners Guide to Battery Packs – Laura Fagan

Laura Fagan, producer of Should You Care, takes a closer look at portable batteries and chargers for your lifestyle electronics. Capacity? Amperage? What should you know about your mobile charger?

LG G6 and the 18:9 Screen – Why is it so tall?

The most unique new feature of the G6 is its 2:1 aspect ratio screen. It’s tall. It’s skinny. Why make a screen with these dimensions? Let’s take a look!

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LG G6 Camera Tour: We finally get a mini V20, dual camera beast!

Sure the LG V20 offers one of the most brutally complete camera packages found on a phone, but it’s kind of a big device. For folks who want that photo and video power in a sleeker form factor, the G6 might just sway you back.

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Spain day 5, MWC 2017 and we’re on the show floor!!! 360vlog

MWC is GO! We’re walking the halls, taking names, and kicking booty! This show is lit, and we’ve got some fun stuff to show off!

I wrote a book! If you want to take your smartphone photography and video skills up a notch, you’ll want to read my book! ‘Take Better Photos: Smartphone Photography for Noobs!’ is now available – http://amzn.to/1LZMa52

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Spain day 4, MWC 2017 – a LONG wait, hopefully worth it… 360vlog

I love what I do for a living. It’s an incredible job to have. Doesn’t mean some times we don’t run into irritating situations…

I wrote a book! If you want to take your smartphone photography and video skills up a notch, you’ll want to read my book! ‘Take Better Photos: Smartphone Photography for Noobs!’ is now available – http://amzn.to/1LZMa52

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Spain day two! MWC 2017 – 360vlog, Outside Torre Agbar at Night

First day of actual work covering new phones at MWC 2017. Still under embargo, but maybe we can hint at what we played with today. Until then, time for a nice dinner!

I wrote a book! If you want to take your smartphone photography and video skills up a notch, you’ll want to read my book! ‘Take Better Photos: Smartphone Photography for Noobs!’ is now available – http://amzn.to/1LZMa52

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Is it time to give up on Android Diversity?


Rumors swirling about future operating systems from Google like Andromeda OS and Fuchsia OS, is it time to sacrifice “choice” to deliver better performance and more consistent updates?

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