Epidemic Sound in Final Cut Pro: Build Your Own Sound Library
How I organize Epidemic Sound music and effects in folders and link them into Final Cut Pro with an alias.
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Dell UltraSharp U3421WE for Video Editing: Setup and 3-Month Update
How I set up a big Dell UltraSharp monitor for video editing on a MacBook, the cable mistakes to avoid, and what changed after three months.
How to Use the DJI Mic Mini with a Lightning iPhone ($2 Adapter)
The DJI Mic Mini only ships with a USB-C adapter. I tested what works on a Lightning iPhone and found a $2 fix that records the audio straight into your video file.
Learn a Language with Google Gemini’s Personal Context (Free Immersion Trick)
One instruction in Gemini’s Personal Context adds Italian or Albanian words to every answer, so you pick up a language while doing normal tasks.
How to Install Tizen Brew and Apps on a Samsung TV (Wi-Fi Method)
The old USB method for installing Tizen Brew no longer works. Here is how I installed Tizen Brew on a Samsung TV over Wi-Fi and used it to install apps, including everything that can go wrong.
Sony RX100 Lens Stuck? A Quick Fix That Worked for Me
How I get a stuck lens on a Sony RX100 Mark II or III to open and close properly: point it down and give it a gentle tap.
Anker Nano 7-in-1 USB-C Hub Review: Getting 4K at 60Hz on a Mac
My old USB-C hub died, so I bought the Anker Nano 7-in-1. Here is what it offers and the one trick that finally got 4K at 60Hz.
Sony RX100 M2 for $100: What to Check Before Buying on eBay
I paid about $120 for a used Sony RX100 II on eBay. Here is what to check before you buy, what was wrong with mine, and how it holds up for photos and video in 2026.
Beyond the Void: 5 Professional Secrets to Mastering the Infinite Black Backdrop
Achieving a “pure” black background in product videography is the hallmark of a high-end commercial aesthetic, yet it remains one of the most frustrating challenges for emerging cinematographers. There is nothing more distracting than seeing light bouncing off what should be a void, resulting in a “grayish,” blotchy, or noisy mess. The goal is to … Read more
Epidemic Sound macOS App: Setup and a Final Cut Pro Workflow
How I set up the Epidemic Sound app on a Mac, where downloads go, and how I use it as a floating window over Final Cut Pro.