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Are you aware that you have the power to adjust the length of your videos, selecting what to retain and what to remove? With a few simple steps, you can effortlessly trim your videos to your desired duration.  Here's how: Select the video you wish to edit and access the Edit feature. Locate the video camera icon situated at the bottom left-hand corner and give it a click. Observe the appearance of a yellow rectangle around your video. Now, effortlessly slide the beginning and end points of this yellow rectangle to highlight the desired portions of your clip that you...

Filters have now become an essential feature of our smartphone cameras. They come pre-installed and offer incredible ease of use with just a single click. When you apply a filter to a photograph, it automatically shows you the maximum effect – 100%. But what if this enhancement proves excessive? What if it gives off an unrealistic appearance to your photo? Here’s how to adjust the filter level. This is the original photo. This is the photo with the VIVID filter applied.  It’s a little bit much, right? Move the slider at the bottom to choose the amount of effect you...

Capturing photos in the middle of the day can be quite challenging due to the harsh and unforgiving natural light. We love the sun but don’t enjoy what it does to our features when it’s beaming straight down on us. Waiting for overcast conditions or a cloud to shield the sun might not always be practical.  Instead of struggling with the intense sunlight, consider seeking out areas with shade or objects that can block the vertical light. Shaded areas provide relief from the direct light and offer a softer, more diffused horizontal light that can beautifully illuminate your subject. Look...

Have you ever tried your hand at capturing portrait shots? Since the Portrait Mode feature has become widely available, many people are turning to their phones and playing the role of amateur photographers to capture professional-looking headshots.  While professional photographers with fancy studio equipment may still be necessary for work-related headshots, for simple portraits meant for social media, your trusty camera phone can often do the trick. But here's the thing—it's not just about mindlessly clicking away while your subject stands still. To create the desired effect and mood in your portraits, it's important to consider the type of photo...

If you're not a fan of the classic hand-held selfie, there are some awesome and creative ways to snap a fun and unique pic of yourself.  One option is to shoot a video of yourself and then snag your favorite frame from the footage. This technique is especially great when you're traveling solo! Here's what you'll need to do:  First, scope out a cool spot that you think will make a great backdrop for your photo.  Then, set up your phone on a tripod or a sturdy surface, or lean it against something safe.  Next, frame your shot and hit...