Frequently Asked Questions

Video tapes

What video tape formats do you support?
Pretty much every consumer video format that has ever been used, including VHS, S-VHS, C-VHS, Video8, Hi8 and Mini DV.

How long can my tapes be?
Unlike those other guys, we charge an easy, flat rate for each video tape -- no matter how long it may be. So there are never any overage charges -- all tapes are just $15!

What digital format do we convert the tapes into?
We convert videos into something called the "h.264" codec, which gives you the highest possible quality at the smallest file sizes. This also gives you the most flexibility, as this format is supported on Mac, PC, iPod, iPhone and many other devices.

Can I also get a DVD?
Yes, just add $9.95 for each DVD you need. (Here's a tip for saving money: if you've got a DVD burner in your Mac or PC, burn your own DVD's once you have the files on your computer.)

When can I schedule my pickup?
Pickups can be be scheduled anywhere in the New York City metro area, on Tuesdays and Fridays.

What about privacy...do you keep my personal files?
No! We delete all files after 30 days -- so please, make sure you back them up as soon as we deliver them to you!



Photos

What digital format do we convert the photos into?
We scan your photos into high resolution JPEG format at 300 DPI. We apply basic color correction techniques, and also crop and rotate all images to make sure they look their absolute best.

Can I also get a DVD?
Yes, just add $9.95 for each DVD you need. (Here's a tip for saving money: if you've got a DVD burner in your Mac or PC, burn your own DVD's once you have the files on your computer.)

When can I schedule my pickup?
Pickups can be be scheduled anywhere in the New York City metro area, on Tuesdays and Fridays.

What about privacy...do you keep my personal files?
No! We delete all files after 30 days -- so please, make sure you back them up as soon as we deliver them to you!



Slides

What digital format do you scan the slides into?
We scan slides into high resolution JPEG format at 2000 DPI.

Can I also get a DVD?
Yes, just add $9.95 for each DVD you need. (Here's a tip for saving money: if you've got a DVD burner in your Mac or PC, burn your own DVD's once you have the files on your computer.)

When can I schedule my pickup?
Pickups can be be scheduled anywhere in the New York City metro area, on Tuesdays and Fridays.

What about privacy...do you keep my personal files?
No! We delete all files after 30 days -- so please, make sure you back them up as soon as we deliver them to you!