It's Been Awhile... Do You Know What Shape Your Videotapes Are In?

Let's face it: time is not on your side when it comes to your old videotapes. VHS, 8mm, MiniDV—these formats have had their heyday, but that day was long ago. As the years have passed, so has the quality and integrity of your precious memories captured on them. If you haven't taken the time to transfer them to a more reliable format, now is the time to act before it's too late.

The Problem with Old Videotapes

Here's the hard truth: your videotapes are old, and they're wasting away. Videotape has a shelf life, and the materials used to store those tapes degrade over time. Whether it's heat, humidity, or even just the wear and tear of time, these physical tapes are at risk of losing their data forever. And once those memories are gone, they're gone for good.

But don't worry—we have a solution that ensures your memories are preserved safely for generations to come.

Enter: Digital Video Archive (DVA)

At Home Video Studio, we've been in the video transfer business for over 33 years. We understand video transfer inside and out, and it's truly our passion to help you preserve your memories. That's why we offer Digital Video Archive (DVA)as the modern solution for storing, organizing, and sharing your precious videos.

So, why is DVA the best option?

1. Cloud-Based Storage: Safeguard Your Memories One of the key benefits of DVA is that it's cloud-based. Unlike physical videotapes or DVDs, your memories are safely stored online in your Digital Video Archive Place. That means they are no longer vulnerable to the elements, accidental breakage, or being lost forever. In the cloud, your memories will be securely archived, easily accessible whenever and wherever you need them.
2. Easy Organization and Management With DVA, you get far more than just storage. You can add titles and descriptions to each of your videos, making it easy to organize and search through your collection. Say goodbye to the days of sorting through unmarked tapes to find that one special family vacation. With DVA, everything is categorized and readily available at your fingertips.
3. Edit Your Videos with MOTIF!™ Would you like to touch up some of your old home movies? With MOTIF!™, the DVA Editor, you can easily edit your videos right in the platform. Whether you want to trim a few scenes or add captions, MOTIF!™ makes it simple to make adjustments. You don't need to be a video editing pro—DVA provides user-friendly tools to give your videos that extra polish.
4. Private Sharing with Friends & Family Want to share your videos with loved ones? With DVA, you can privately share your videos with friends and family. Simply invite them to access the videos you choose. No need to make copies, burn DVDs, or mail anything. With just a few clicks, your relatives across the country—or even across the globe—can relive cherished memories.
5. Upload Your Own Videos DVA isn't just for your transferred videotapes. You can also upload your own videos—whether from your smartphone, tablet, or camera—directly into your Digital Video Archive Place. This feature allows you to consolidate your family's entire video history into one secure, easy-to-access location.
   
   
   
   

Why Wait? Time Is Not on Your Side

If you're thinking about transferring your videotapes to a digital format, the time to act is now. Each year that passes increases the risk of data loss from degradation or damage to the original tapes. We've seen too many heartbreaking cases where it was too late to save precious family moments—don't let that happen to you.

Ready to Learn More?

Want to know more about transferring and archiving your memories with Digital Video Archive? You're in luck! We're hosting an on-demand webinar to dive deep into the benefits of DVA and how easy it is to get started.

Register for the webinar here: https://event.webinarjam.com/go/live/6/l87kxhqc2s4sk

Or, visit our website for more information: www.homevideostudio.com/usa

We've been trusted by thousands of families for over three decades, and we would love to help you secure your family's legacy in the best possible format.

Got Questions? We're Here to Help!

Give us a call at 1-800-660-8273 or, if you're local to Indianapolis, reach us at 317-577-8220.

Thanks for considering Home Video Studio! We look forward to helping you preserve your priceless memories.

May the Force be with You!

Robert Hanley

Producer/Director/Editor

CEO & Founder Home Video Studio

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Embrace the Future of Home Movies with Digital Video Archive (DVA) – The Cloud-Based Solution

 Say Goodbye to DVDs and Secure Your Memories with the Innovative DVA Platform

 Introduction

For over a decade, DVDs held the top spot as the preferred medium for transferring and preserving home movies, including old tapes like VHS, 8mm, and Mini DV. However, technology is ever-evolving, and now the Digital Video Archive (DVA) has emerged as a superior alternative. This cutting-edge, cloud-based solution is rapidly becoming the go-to choice for video storage and sharing across the nation. In this blog post, we explore the pitfalls of DVDs and delve into why DVA is the ultimate choice for safeguarding and enjoying your treasured memories.

 

The Decline of DVDs

I'm Freezing! 

Although DVDs were once a popular and convenient means for transferring home movies, they are now becoming increasingly outdated. With many modern devices like Apple computers, iPads, iPhones, Android tablets, and smartphones lacking DVD compatibility, it's clear that DVDs are losing their relevance. Moreover, DVDs are shockingly perishable, especially if they aren't archival quality. Numerous individuals and businesses have relied on non-archival DVDs or consumer encoding, inadvertently putting their precious memories at risk. The moment has come to transition your home movies to a safer, more user-friendly format: the Digital Video Archive.

 

Discover Digital Video Archive (DVA)

DVA is a revolutionary MP4 file format, tailor-made for video storage and playback. It boasts customizable metadata, chapter markers, thumbnail images, and more, allowing for a seamless viewing experience on various devices. DVAs can be easily accessed, edited, shared, and securely stored in the cloud at DigitalVideoArchive.com. Share your DVAs with anyone from a single person to your entire network of family and friends, and take advantage of these remarkable benefits:

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   Safe and Secure Storage: DVA ensures your memories are securely archived in the cloud, protecting the
   m from the degradation and loss that plague DVDs. Say goodbye to the worries of fading or damaged videos.
2. Effortless Sharing: DVA offers the perfect platform for privately and securely sharing your videos with family, friends, or any chosen group. Avoid the risks tied to public sharing sites and savor a family-friendly viewing experience.
3. Multi-Device Compatibility: Access your DVAs on your smartphone, computer, tablet, or smart TV, providing you with the freedom to enjoy your memories whenever and wherever you please.
4. Simple Editing and Organization: DVA empowers you to edit and organize your videos with ease. Combine clips, create menus, insert chapter markers, and add titles. Unleash your inner archivist and craft the ultimate video collection.
5. Generous Gifting Options: Share your family home movies with loved ones by "gifting" them a DVA. They'll receive their very own copy, allowing everyone to cherish and revel in these memories for years to come.

Conclusion

The age of DVDs has come to an end. Now is the time to welcome the future of home movie preservation and sharing with the Digital Video Archive. Safeguard your memories, relish the simplicity of sharing and editing, and foster a deeper connection with your loved ones. Make the switch from outdated DVDs to the innovative DVAs today, and join the digital revolution.

 

 

 

 

Your DVDs Are Fading Away... So are your videotapes.

 Your DVDs Are Fading Away... So are your videotapes.

DVDs were the state-of-the-art for more than ten years in the video and home movie transfer industry. But there's a new kid in town: The DVA (Digital Video Archive) – Video in the Cloud. It's like the "Changing of the Guard" – a watershed moment in history. Plus, you may have already found something out. There are a lot of devices that will not play a DVD anymore! Your brand new Apple computer is one of them; plus your IPad, IPhone, Android tablet, smartphone, etc. 

If you have DVDs of your family (or of personal content) from the past five to ten years, beware: your memories are in danger of vanishing! It may already be too late. Of all the old media that we transfer, believe it or not, the DVDs are the most perishable. Here's why: 

Most DVDs are not archival. When Home Video Studio transfers to DVD we always use Platinum Archival DVDs. Most other companies do not. In fact many just use plain old store-bought DVDs. Worse yet, they may have used "consumer" encoding and not Professional Encoding. Even worse, perhaps you or a friend "burned" your DVDs on a home computer. This might have made sense at the time but your images are now in jeopardy of being lost. Those old DVDs are degrading quickly. It's time to transfer to a DVA – Digital Video Archive – Video in the Cloud! 

We'll Transfer Your Old DVDs to DVAs! Watch on your Computer, Smartphone, Tablet & Smart TV! Call us at 1-800-660-8273. 

Thinking of transferring your videotapes, film and DVDs to the cloud?

Thinking of transferring your videos to DVD? Most of our customers now transfer to DVA! Instantly share video with anyone on the planet!

www.homevideostudio.com/cas

Video to DVA – Digital Video Archive – watch on your smartphone, tablet, computer and smart TV – Edit, organize and instant share your videos with anyone on the planet!  Have us transfer your old videotapes to DVA so you can watch and share your videos on your smartphone, computer, tablet and smart TV. We’ve been in the transfer business for a long time. We understand it very well and, indeed, it is our passion. DVA is the newest thing and the best way to go in our opinion.  Plus with DVA you do not need to order copies. You can instant share with anyone on the planet for free! While we still transfer video to Platinum Archival DVDs, more and more of our customers are opting for DVA. It’s safe, secure, private, and ultra-convenient. You can edit and privately share online through your Digital Video Archive account. It’s easy to see why the DVA is rapidly replacing DVD as the media of choice for our customers.  Here's how it works: Once we have transferred your content to your new DVAs you'll receive an email explaining how to quickly set up your new Digital Video Archive account. Please note that your Digital Video Archive account will be $7.95 monthly (like your Netflix bill) based on the number of tapes you transfer. Digital Video Archive also has a FREE level of account that will hold about three two-hour tapes. So if you only have a few tapes, you won’t have a monthly bill. This is a great way to start.  With your new DVA account, you can manage, edit, modify and view your movies and videos. You'll want to invite your friends and family to set up their own (free) DVA accounts. This will give them access to the DVAs you would like for them to see and enjoy. Every DVA has smart chapter markers with thumbnail images, just like the old DVDs, so you and your viewers will be able to fully experience each of your videos. Also, with your new Digital Video Archive account you can immediately begin uploading your own personal videos and smartphone video. You'll be able share these videos with your friends and family as well. Plus, your friends and family will receive their own Digital Video Archive account when you invite them. They will  want to upload their videos too. Soon you'll have new DVAs from them to watch as well! We are a Digital Video Archive Authorized Representative. of Digital Video Archive. Our DVA Deluxe transfer system uses professional encoding which ensures maximum quality and a great viewing experience whether you are viewing on your smartphone or your huge home theatre screen.  We do offer free pick-up and delivery service or you may bring your tapes to us. Our address is Home Video Studio, 8148 Raven Rock Drive, Indianapolis, In 46256. We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and then from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. We are open Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Feel free to call me if you have questions. Our phone is 317-577-8220. Thanks again. Hope to see you soon! You can also go to www.homemovietransfer.com to place your order online.

We're at the corner of 82nd and Hague Rd In Indianapolis, IN.  317-577-8220 1.5 miles east of I-69

Email us at CAS@homevideostudio.com

Do you dread going to work? Are you in the corporate rat race? Do you want to do something more meaningful?

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Thinking of transferring your old videotapes to DVD? Think again. You may want to transfer to DVA - The Digital Video Archive Cloud!

Thinking of transferring your old videotapes? There are two ways you can go: Video to DVD Transfer or (newer and better) Video to DVA – Digital Video Archive – watch on your smartphone, tablet, computer and smart TV – Edit, organize and instant share your videos with anyone on the planet! 

Video to DVD Transfer

We specialize in transferring VHS and other videotape formats to DVD using Platinum Archival DVDs, rated to last 100 years. Each tape goes to its own Platinum Archival DVD complete with Smart Chapter Markers and Thumbnail images. We will also imprint the DVD as well if you provide some title information for us. Basically, for tapes up to two hours long, we charge $19.95 per tape. Each tape goes to its own DVD. So if you bring in 1, 2, 3 or up to 4 tapes, your price will be $19.95 per tape to put each tape to its own DVD. Once again each tape goes to its own Platinum Archival DVD. These DVDs are made especially for Home Video Studio to preserve your memories. If you have more than four tapes, you will receive a 20% discount.

Our system uses professional encoding which ensures maximum quality and a great viewing experience for years to come. Oh, one more thing, we can also make additional copies of your DVDs so you can share them with your family and friends.

Video to DVA – Digital Video Archive Transfer - Your Best Option!

Better yet is to have us transfer your old videotapes to DVA so you can watch and share your videos on your smartphone, computer, tablet and smart TV. We’ve been in the transfer business for a long time. We understand it very well and, indeed, it is our passion. DVA is the newest thing and the best way to go in our opinion.  Plus with DVA you do not need to order copies. You can instant share with anyone on the planet for free!

While we still transfer video to Platinum Archival DVDs, more and more of our customers are opting for DVA. It’s safe, secure, private, and ultra-convenient. You can edit and privately share online through your Digital Video Archive account. It’s easy to see why the DVA is rapidly replacing DVD as the media of choice for our customers. 

Here's how it works: Once we have transferred your content to your new DVAs you'll receive an email explaining how to quickly set up your new Digital Video Archive account. Please note that your Digital Video Archive account will be $7.95 monthly (like your Netflix bill) based on the number of tapes you transfer. Digital Video Archive also has a FREE level of account that will hold about three two-hour tapes. So if you only have a few tapes, you won’t have a monthly bill. This is a great way to start. 

With your new DVA account, you can manage, edit, modify and view your movies and videos. You'll want to invite your friends and family to set up their own (free) DVA accounts. This will give them access to the DVAs you would like for them to see and enjoy. Every DVA has smart chapter markers with thumbnail images, just like the old DVDs, so you and your viewers will be able to fully experience each of your videos.

Also, with your new Digital Video Archive account you can immediately begin uploading your own personal videos and smartphone video. You'll be able share these videos with your friends and family as well. Plus, your friends and family will receive their own Digital Video Archive account when you invite them. They will  want to upload their videos too. Soon you'll have new DVAs from them to watch as well!

We are a Digital Video Archive Authorized Representative. of Digital Video Archive. Our DVA Deluxe transfer system uses professional encoding which ensures maximum quality and a great viewing experience whether you are viewing on your smartphone or your huge home theatre screen. 

Ready to get started? Here's our pricing: Basically, for tapes up to two hours long, we charge $29.95 per tape for transfer to DVA. Each tape goes to its own DVA. So if you bring in 1, 2, 3, or up to 4 tapes, your price will be $29.95 per tape to put each tape to its own DVA. If you have more than four tapes, you will receive a 20% discount. Remember with DVA you will not need to spend money on copies for friends and family. 

We do offer free pick-up and delivery service or you may bring your tapes to us. Our address is Home Video Studio, 8148 Raven Rock Drive, Indianapolis, In 46256. We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and then from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. We are open Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Feel free to call me if you have questions. Our phone is 317-577-8220. Thanks again. Hope to see you soon!

The World is Changing... Change Your Old Video!

Leading up to the Summer Olympics, exes at NBC Universal thought that the ratings for the 2016 completion would outstrip London from four years ago. After the opening ceremony, they started to become worried. In fact as it turned out viewer across all platforms were down 9%. Even worse… much worse… the Nielsen TV ratings revealed a dim, grim and even grimmer tale. Viewers for the August 5^th Open ceremonies were down 28%.

One of the bright spots from this year’s Olympics was streaming video – digital content delivery. Ten percent of NBCU’s ad revenue for Rio came from digital. No doubt viewership patterns will continue to change with the next Olympics.

Note that no one watched the Olympics on a DVD or a thumb drive. I still love TV and I love my DVD business but what I am truly excited about is our DVA business that we are building all over Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Of course, speaking as the CEO of Digital Video Archive… the worldwide business we are building with DVA is what is exciting. Our latest country for us to branch out into is Australia. 

People want to view their personal video in the same way they connect with everybody else now – on their mobile devices. 

Gather up your old movies, tapes and DVDs and find a DVA Authorized Rep to assist you in the professional conversion and upload to your new Digital Video Archive account. 

www.DigitalVideoArchive.com

Your DVDs are Fading Away!

DVDs were the state-of-the-art for more than ten years in the video and home movie transfer industry. But there's a new kid in town: The DVA (Digital Video Archive) – Video in the Cloud. It's like the "Changing of the Guard" – a watershed moment in history. Plus, you may have already found something out. There are a lot of devices that will not play a DVD! 

Your brand new Apple computer is one of them; plus your IPad, IPhone, Android tablet, smartphone, etc. Many new Windows

If you have DVDs of your family (or of personal content) from the past five to ten years, beware: your memories are in danger of vanishing! It may already be too late. Of all the old media that we transfer, believe it or not, the DVDs are the most perishable. Here's why: 

Most DVDs are not archival. When Home Video Studio transfers video to a DVD we always use Platinum Archival DVDs. Most other companies do not. In fact many just use plain old store-bought DVDs. Worse yet, they may have used "consumer" encoding and not Professional Encoding. Even worse, perhaps you or a friend "burned" your DVDs on a home computer. This might have made sense at the time but your images are now in jeopardy of being lost. Those old DVDs are degrading quickly. It's time to transfer to a DVA – Digital Video Archive – Video in the Cloud! 

We'll Transfer Your Old DVDs to DVAs! Watch on your Computer, Smartphone, Tablet & Smart TV!

Call Home Video Studio for your DVA Transfers!

It's fun and easy! Once we have transferred your content to your new DVAs, you'll receive access to your new Digital Video Archive account. With your new DVA account, you can view, edit, share and modify your movies and videos. You'll want to invite your friends and family as Viewers so you can share your video with them. This will give them access to the DVAs you would like for them to see and enjoy. You can also grant ("gift") DVAs to them. Every DVA has smart chapter markers with thumbnail images, just like the old DVDs, so you and your viewers will be able to fully experience each DVA. 

Here's a great bonus! With your new Digital Video Archive account you can immediately begin uploading your own personal videos from your smartphone or computer. You'll be able share these videos with your friends and family as well. Plus, your friends and family will receive free DVA accounts and can begin uploading their videos too. Soon you'll have new DVAs from them to watch as well! 

Upload your smart phone video to your Digital Video Archive account!

"DVDs were the state-of-the-art for more than ten years in the video and home movie transfer industry. But there's a new kid in town..."

Instantly Share Your DVAs with Anyone on the Planet!

Ready to get started? You can get your own free DVA Account today! at www.Digitalvideoarchive.com. Or... bring your videos, film DVDs and other video content to us! www.homevideostudio.com.

Start Your Own Home Video Studio!

Change Your Life and Lifestyle!

Call Robert Hanley Today at 

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1-866-714-1956 or 1-317-358-5932.

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DVA & Digital Video Archive - Its Like Netflix for Personal & Business Content!

The poor plight of the once revered DVD...

DVDs were the state-of-the-art for more than ten years in the video and home movie industry and worldwide with consumers, movies, media and more. But… have you tried to play a DVD on your smartphone? It won’t play!

There are a lot of other devices that will not play a DVD! Your brand new Apple computer is one of them, as well as your iPad, iPhone, Android tablet, etc.  

But don’t worry. There’s a new way to experience, edit, modify, archive and distribute your personal and business video content: The DVA (Digital Video Archive) Video in the Cloud. If you have not tried out DVA yet you can get a free account at http://www.Digitalvideoarchive.com. I highly recommend it.

Indeed we are at a watershed moment in history. We’re witnessing the end of physical media. Film had its day. Videotape had a long run including VHS, Mini DV and other formats. Then came DVDs.

But if you have DVDs of your family (personal or business video content) from the past five to ten years, beware: your memories are in danger of vanishing! It may already be too late. Of all the old media that needs to be converted to some new format DVDs, believe it or not, are the most perishable. Here's why:

Most DVDs are not archival. Unless you used or are using a service like Home Video Studio or www.HomeMovieTransfer.com to convert your videos and home movies, your DVDs are most likely not archival. (HomeMovieTransfer.com still transfers to DVD and always uses Platinum Archival DVDs. Most other companies do not.) In fact many places just use plain old store-bought DVDs. Worse yet, whoever transferred your video content may have used "consumer" encoding and not Professional Encoding. Even worse, perhaps you or a friend "burned" your DVDs on a home computer. This might have made sense at the time but your images are now in jeopardy of being lost. Those old DVDs are degrading quickly. This is why I am excited by DVA – Digital Video Archive – Video in the Cloud!

If you’re like most people you want to watch your personal video the same way you consume your media entertainment which is pretty much online these days – Netflix, Hulu, etc. In fact most people access the internet from their phones.  So you can see that DVD’s days are indeed numbered.  What should you do? What can you do?

The tech team at Digital Video Archive has figured out a new way for us to experience our video content: The DVA and the Digital Video Archive services. So far, I love it. In fact I will go as far to say that most likely some day soon everyone will have their own DVA account – it will be part and parcel of their daily lives, much like Facebook.

Actually according to the folks at Digital Video Archive, a DVA - Digital Video Archive is a specially designed and engineered MP4 file format containing unique customizable metadata - title information, chapter markers, thumbnail images and more which enables playback on a DVA player (computer, smartphone, tablet and smart TV- with internet access). DVAs are easily viewed, modified, edited, shared and archivally stored in the cloud at DigitalVideoArchive.com. A DVA can be shared with one person, several family members or your entire circle of friends and family. Here's more information about this new and exciting product and service.

◦       Digital Video Archive (DVA) is a cloud-based technology. Your memories are safely archived - never again vulnerable to fading or being lost.

◦       You can instantly share your video content with anyone on the planet!

◦       You can view your DVAs on your smartphone, computer, tablet or smart TV.

◦       DVA's sharing service is private. Unlike public sharing sites, Digital Video Archive is a safe, family-oriented viewing experience.

◦       With DVA you can easily edit and organize your videos. Combine clips by category (content, date, people, whatever you like). Insert chapter markers and add titles.

◦       You can also grant – or "gift" - your DVAs to others and then they will own their copy of the family home movies, etc.

Who will you share your DVAs with?

Sharing your smartphone video is one of the coolest things about having a Digital Video Archive account and it’s a great bonus! With your new Digital Video Archive account you can immediately begin uploading your own personal videos from your smartphone or computer. You'll be able share these videos with your friends and family as well. Plus, your friends and family will receive free DVA accounts and can begin uploading their videos too. Soon you'll have new DVAs from them to watch as well! I love this feature.

You can also check out www.Digitalvideoarchive.com for more information on DVA.

Digital Video Archive Plans and Pricing:

Digital Video Archive Free Membership

Up to 2 GB Storage

Digital Video Archive Paid Membership

2 GB to 100 GB

$7.95 per month

Enjoy!