Cameras and Photography - Tips & How-Tos

Viewing your photos on the big screen is easy and you likely already have everything you need to view photos on your TV. Here are five ways to do it.

If you have photos and videos on your phone that you don't want friends and family to stumble upon, you can secure them in a locked folder. Here's how.

Google's Cinematic Photos tool identifies the subject of photos you save to Google Photos and brings the scenes to life with realistic 3D animations. 

Master the basics of the photo and video sharing social network Instagram with our guide that covers everything you need to know to get started.

Want to see your gorgeous photos on the biggest screen in your house? No prob. It’s easy to share photos wirelessly from your iPhone or Android phone to your TV.

You can easily download all of your photos or choose a select few to transfer from your Android phone to your computer. Here's how.

Follow these photo-taking tips with your phone or camera to make the most of those after-dark shots, write with light, and even scare up a few ghosts.

Concerned about being spied on with hidden cameras? These hidden camera detectors, smartphone apps and safety tips will help you find them.

There are many great services for creating photo books from your Facebook, Instagram, smartphone and camera's photos. We found the best of the best.

Automate the process of organizing, removing duplicates and curating your photos so your best shots are easily accessible.

Holiday lights, glowing jack-o-lanterns, Thanksgiving gatherings: there are a lot of upcoming photo opps. Here's how to make the most of them. 

Try these simple fixes to five of the most common photo mistakes and start taking better pictures with your smartphone.

When it's time to upgrade your tech or just when you need some extra cash, know your options with this guide to selling your old electronics.

Whether you've got a brand new phone or you're holding on to an older model, these helpful tips will make your photos look polished and professional. 

A few simple tips can keep you from embarrassing the happy couple with your tech faux pas.

A few simple tips about framing your shot will have you taking photos like a pro.

Want to test a $3,300 lens? BorrowLenses is doing their part to put professional-level photography within reach.

Water and sand don’t mix well with most electronic devices. Here’s how to protect them and select beach-proof alternatives.

Family photos are priceless and irreplaceable. That's why it's important to back them up.

Don't leave videos trapped on your iPhone, iPad or Android device, use these apps to easily edit and share them.

We give you ideas for special effects and shooting tips that will make an already spooky holiday even spookier.

Technology makes life easier and more gratifying in many ways but the benefits don’t come without a trade-off.

So what can you do if you find yourself in a Weiner-like position? I got some insights from Michael Fertik, Founder of Reputation.com.

With a flattering pose and a little photo retouching, you can feel confident about those swimsuit photos.

With high-definition pocketcam camcorder prices falling below $150, it’s now an option to pick up a few for your next event to hand out to guests.

Whether it’s a lit Christmas tree or friends enjoying a New Year's Eve party there are plenty of great low-light shots waiting to be made. So follow these surefire tips to taking better photos in low light.

There’s no need to crowd around the tiny 3-inch displays found on today’s cameras and camcorders or even your computer when it’s so easy to show off your photos and videos on your big-screen TV.

Point-and-shoot digital cameras can deliver amazingly good image quality, but there are times when even the latest and greatest point-and-shoot camera will drive you crazy with sluggish performance.

Sabra Krock, a Manhattan-based child photographer, shares some easy tips you can follow to consistently get amazing “keeper” shots of your infant, toddler or young child.

There's nothing like a watermark on your photos to let others know they're not public domain. Here's how to easily apply a watermark to any photo.

Fujifilm breaks the 2D barrier with the world’s-first consumer digital camera to shoot pictures and video in 3D–along with a tabletop “3D viewer” LCD screen, and a 3D photo print service offered online.

Send the pictures from your camera to your computer with a Wi-Fi memory card.

Are your photo files too large to send through email? Here's a quick and easy way to create a smaller version.