Thoughts on digital frames
Dec 10, 2019 08:35:38 #
I use a stand alone computer which sits on the sideboard in the dining room. The screen saver runs a few hundred or thousand of my favorite photos. Not only do I enjoy it while I eat, I notice other visitors stop and watch when they walk by. For special events, such as birthdays, I set the screen saver to show photos of the guest of honor. That is a big hit.
Dec 10, 2019 08:39:02 #
You can make your own if you want a step up from the usual. I have a Dell mini computer paired with a 27 inch 4G screen. The computer comes with Windows 10, so I have loaded around 15,000 photos from the last 50 years onto the computer and play them randomly using the screensaver program in the kitchen. Works great. Cost around $1100.
Dec 10, 2019 08:57:54 #
Linda S. wrote:
If, by digital frames, you mean a frame that has a... (show quote)
I may have one someday if I can no longer operate my computer to pull up the memories. I have only seen two of these devices and I was delighted with them both and would sit and watch and wait for the next image to pop-up and show some memorable event in someone's life that made a great story about their family & friends. It's a great thing to have for visitors & guests in your home or place of business because it relays your pride of accomplishments to others who, likewise ,wish to convey at thought or a journey to a point worth sharing publicly.
It's a Good Thing !
Dec 10, 2019 09:47:17 #
haren wrote:
A fad or do you love them.
I have 3-15" NIX digital frames. Two have run for a number of years 24/7. I have replaced the power (wall-wart) supply (~$6-12) on two of the frames (a nod to Mr. Burk) over the years. The 3rd frame is <three years old, is motion-activated and turns on instantly whenever anyone passes. I literally have thousands of pics on each digital frame, so I'm forever surprised to see vast examples of who, what, when, where, vacations, travel, documents, family history, accomplishments, or milestones whenever I pass by. I also have scans of old B&W pics of passed loved ones loaded on each frame.
These three digital frames replaced wooden framed pics that previously "littered" our walls. Changing/adding the thousands of pics in a digital frame is much easier than changing out the pics/mats in wooden frames. No, I'm not trying to convince you to change, I'm just telling you what works for us.
Christmas present? https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=15+inch+digital+photo+frame&crid=1CJT7VFOKDPX8&sprefix=15+inch+digital%2Caps%2C129&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_15
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
Dec 10, 2019 09:48:05 #
haren wrote:
A fad or do you love them.
Love mine, scrolling grandkids while I eat breakfast!
Dec 10, 2019 09:56:47 #
I have two, too. 😀😀😀
Work fine, a fancy big one, and a small, simple one.
Have fun!
Work fine, a fancy big one, and a small, simple one.
Have fun!
Dec 10, 2019 10:17:19 #
Toment wrote:
I have two, too. 😀😀😀
Work fine, a fancy big one, and a small, simple one.
Have fun!
Work fine, a fancy big one, and a small, simple one.
Have fun!
Took advantage on B&H special on the Panasonic DMC ZS 100 ..excited ..will come today. I have been carrying around a Nikon D 300 and updated to a 7200 in 2015 love them both, but time to lighten up a bit. Next a NixPlay 10.1 Wide screen?????
Dec 10, 2019 10:19:17 #
haren wrote:
A fad or do you love them.
Non-photographers seem to love them. Many photographers too, as they can share their images with relatives without the need to print them out. I believe digital photo frames are not only here to stay, but will eventually become the primary method to display photos and art in our living and working spaces.
Dec 10, 2019 10:20:39 #
rook2c4 wrote:
Non-photographers seem to love them. Many photographers too, as they can share their images with relatives without the need to print them out. I believe digital photo frames are not only here to stay, but will eventually become the primary method to display photos and art in our living and working spaces.
My wife is the one who wants them....
Dec 10, 2019 10:36:47 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
Love mine, scrolling grandkids while I eat breakfast!
Aren't they wonderful ....can you pick out which became a Doctor and which is a Lutheran Pastor?
Dec 10, 2019 10:40:17 #
haren wrote:
Aren't they wonderful ....can you pick out which became a Doctor and which is a Lutheran Pastor?
They ALL look like winners to me!!!
Smile,
JimmyT sends
Dec 10, 2019 10:43:22 #
haren wrote:
A fad or do you love them.
I love them. I put all past and recent Christmas family gatherings on mine. It is motion sensitive so it does draw attention when you enter the room. My grandchildren love the photos of them from birth to present. Mine is a Pix Star.
Dec 10, 2019 10:51:04 #
SAVH
Loc: La Jolla, CA
We have had three and each one has stopped working. I like them a lot but despite trying to buy recommended ones, I have not found one that will work for more than a few months.
Scotty
Scotty
Dec 10, 2019 10:57:36 #
haren wrote:
A fad or do you love them.
I know what it is but I've never touched one. Hopefully I will never need THAT as a stimulus. I prefer actively looking on my PC or at actual prints. I'd also rather listen to music than stare at photos like a zombie.
Dec 10, 2019 11:37:12 #
There is another form of digital frame, I don't have one, digital streaming, a selection of photos are available for streaming, you sign up and pick what art work you would like , the photos change perodically based on what you pick out, FAA has it as part of their offerings
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