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About Danny Maiorca

From PlayStations to MacBooks, consumer tech has always been a part of Danny's life. His main tech-related interest focuses on Apple products and creative software like Adobe Lightroom. His writing credentials are wide and varied, including a poem he had published in a book aged nine and a Sports Journalism degree from a UK university. Danny enjoys CrossFit while away from the keyboard (and naturally measures his health progress on his Apple Watch and iPhone). 

Latest Articles

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How to Blur a Photo Background in Adobe Lightroom

You can blur a photo's background in Lightroom using various different methods.

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How to Select All of the Same Color in Photoshop

You can use these nifty Photoshop tools to select all of the pixels of a specific color in your image.

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How to Change Your Instagram Explore Page

Instagram is great for seeking inspiration sources. But what should you do if you don't like what you see, or if your interests change?

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SoundCloud vs. Spotify: Which One Is Better?

SoundCloud and Spotify are both popular services for music discovery, but they serve different audiences. So, which is better for your needs?

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Is iCloud Private Relay a VPN, and Is It Safe to Use?

iCloud Private Relay has a handful of features that make it look similar to a VPN, but are they actually one and the same?

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Spotify vs. YouTube Music: Which Is Better?

There are a host of music streaming services available. Spotify and YouTube Music being two of the biggest. But which is the best?

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How to Get Apple's Student Discount

Students can qualify for some pretty hefty discounts on Apple products like a new iPad or Mac.

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How to Become an Amazon Affiliate: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough

Want to earn money by recommending products you love? Learn how to become an Amazon Affiliate and start earning commissions.

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7 Camera Settings for Low-Light Photography

Low-light photography poses several challenges, but you can adjust your camera settings to capture better pictures.

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In What Countries Is TikTok Banned?

TikTok is not without controversy, with the popular app being banned in multiple regions.

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6 AI-Powered Features on LinkedIn You Should Know About

LinkedIn has some pretty exciting new AI-powered features to make your life easier.

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How to Edit Your Photos Using the VSCO Studio Desktop App

VSCO has a photo editing app for your computer. Here's how to use it and make better adjustments.

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How to Adjust Your In-Camera Settings for Better Photo Colors

You can easily change your in-camera settings to get better colors in your photos. Here's how to do that.

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How to View, Create, and Delete Photo Versions in Lightroom

Using photo Versions (or Snapshots) in Lightroom can help you gain more control over the editing process. Here's how to create, view, and delete them.

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What Is White Balance in Photography? The Ultimate Guide

We explain everything you need to know for understanding white balance and the difference it can make to your photos.

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How to Organize Your Canva Projects: 7 Tips

Safeguard your Canva projects from descending into chaos.

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How to Save Photo Files as JPEG 2000 (and Why You Should)

You probably know about JPEG. But have you heard about JPEG 2000? There are several benefits to using this file format for your images.

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How to Deal With a Scratched Camera Lens (and Prevent It in the First Place)

A scratched camera lens isn't the end of the world; odds are the damage isn't even that bad. But you can still take protective measures to prevent it.

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How to Use Adobe Bridge Without Photoshop or Lightroom

Adobe Bridge is normally used in tandem with Photoshop or Lightroom, but it also has standalone utility without these photo editors.

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Never Forget How Spotify Compiles Wrapped Every Year... by Collecting Your Data

Spotify's Wrapped feature is a handy annual review of your favorite tracks, based on your listening data. There are pros and cons to this.

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