The Envision Blog

How to Digitize Photos & Preserve Albums (The Right Way)
Time passes quickly, and special moments are fleeting. Your photos are a treasure trove of milestone events, special people and candid shots, and they should be cherished and cared for to preserve those wonderful memories. You may have these photos tucked away for...

The VHS to Digital Service Showdown: Costco vs. Walgreens vs. Southtree
If you own aging VHS tapes packed full of beautiful memories, you may have heard that these can be converted into digital format. A VHS to digital service will not only bring your favorite home movies into the 21st century but also give you the freedom to watch them...

Transferring 8mm Film to DVD is Easier Than You Think
Dating back to the 1930s, old home movie film allowed families to create their own motion pictures of everyday life and special occasions. In fact, many families have a substantial part of their history captured on 8mm film and most of these reels are gathering dust...

VHS to DVD: How to Convert Your Home Movies
As VHS movies age, they gain sentimental value. You may not have watched your home movies for a while, but you can be sure they will evoke the same joy and happiness you felt when they were first recorded. Unfortunately, VHS tape can start to deteriorate over time,...

5 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Video Transfer Service
Remember your daughter’s big dance recital from 1986? Her leg warmers were the perfect shade of purple and every movement was fluid, just like she practiced. Afterward, there was a standing ovation from your applauding family members. Now, more than 30 years later,...
What is Vinegar Syndrome?
Vinegar Syndrome is a term used in the industry to describe decaying film. It is called this because of the vinegar like odor that decaying film gives off during the decaying process. To understand what Vinegar Syndrome is, we have to understand exactly what film is...