Over the past few weeks we’ve taken a looks at some cloud backup services (and some services that you shouldn’t be using for their “backup” capabilities)…
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage VIII: 500px
Like the other social media platforms we’ve looked at, 500px isn’t really designed as a back-up service, however, it isn’t like the other social media platforms either. 500px seems to actually be a photo-centric social media licensing platform. In short, it’s what we all wished/thought Flickr was.
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage VII: OneDrive
In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a look at: OneDrive. Aside from the concerns I shared about Amazon & Apple, Microsoft’s cloud storage is a good option from a privacy and support perspective.
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage VI: iCloud
In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services, today we’re going to take a look at: iCloud. Aside from the concerns I shared about Amazon (that I also share regarding Apple) this cloud storage is pretty good.
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage V: DropBox
In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a look at Dropbox.
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage IV: Amazon Prime Photos
Aside from the troubling thought of contributing the coffers of the richest person in the world, one of the world’s most influential and powerful oligarchs and the maltreatment of his workers, Amazon makes a pretty compelling backup service… In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a look at: Amazon.
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage III: Facebook & Instagram
In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a timely look at two of the most popular social media platforms out there: Facebook and Instagram. Obviously, these service aren’t really intended as backup services. The reason I’m including them in this round-up of ‘backup’ services is that I’ve actually known people that have used them to backup photos… important photos.
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage II: Flickr
This post is timely for those of you with dormant Flickr accounts (guilty). Up until May 25, 2018, (THIS FRIDAY!!) users have the option of deleting their Flickr account before their data are transferred to yet another company. In light of the recent controversies with the proliferation and loss of control over personal data (including photos) and the fact that I don’t really use my Flickr account anymore, I chose to delete my account. If you don’t really use your Flickr account anymore - I’d encourage you to also follow suit.
Read MoreCloud Backup & Storage: Google Photos
I wanted to introduce the first in a series of blog entries that will serve as a guide to some of the more popular cloud backup options that exist. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be taking a look at Amazon, Dropbox, iCloud, OneDrive, and some social media platforms as a means of backing up your photos to the cloud. For those of you ready to choose a cloud service that meets your needs, keep reading.
Read MoreHow to Order a Print on palebluedotphoto.ca: A Step-By-Step Guide
In honour of that most American of holidays - Black Friday - I thought I'd give you a step-by-step walk through on how to order prints from the website.
After-all, the gift-giving season is upon us and a print would make a great gift.
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