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I’m considering using iMemories to digitize some old media and would love to get some feedback from those who have used their service. How was the quality of the conversions? Was the process straightforward and efficient? How does iMemories compare to other options like Legacy Box or digital converters such as Elgato in terms of pricing and customer service?
IMemories lost one of my tapes and then lied about it. And it was a ridiculous lie.
Get this: I sent them 14 tapes. When they were finally digitized and processed, I noticed that one of the tapes that appeared on their site was not mine. It was video of a different family, all strangers. Plus my 14th tape (a super sentimental and irreplaceable video of the day our son was born) was missing!
After a months long “investigation,” they concluded that the 14th tape I sent them was the other family’s tape. In other words, I was the one who sent them the other family’s video! When they finally returned my box of tapes, there were only 13 tapes. Bottom line: they lose tapes and then blame you, even when the explanation is ridiculous.
I will never use them again. The entire purpose of their business is to help preserve analog memories. Instead, they permanently lose them. And then lie about it. At a minimum, they should own up to their error and apologize. But nope, that didn’t happen. Doing the right thing is another thing they have lost.
IMemories lost one of my tapes and then lied about it. And it was a ridiculous lie.
Get this: I sent them 14 tapes. When they were finally digitized and processed, I noticed that one of the tapes that appeared on their site was not mine. It was video of a different family, all strangers. Plus my 14th tape (a super sentimental and irreplaceable video of the day our son was born) was missing!
After a months long “investigation,” they concluded that the 14th tape I sent them was the other family’s tape. In other words, I was the one who sent them the other family’s video! When they finally returned my box of tapes, there were only 13 tapes. Bottom line: they lose tapes and then blame you, even when the explanation is ridiculous.
I will never use them again. The entire purpose of their business is to help preserve analog memories. Instead, they permanently lose them. And then lie about it. At a minimum, they should own up to their error and apologize. But nope, that didn’t happen. Doing the right thing is another thing they have lost.
For a small number of tapes, a Video Capture device is an excellent option. It’s easy to use, provides good quality, and gives you more control over the conversion process. However, if you have a large batch of tapes, a conversion service might be more efficient and time-saving.
I found the solution, thanks for all the feedback, I bought Elgato video capture from Amazon. I wanted to do it myself. It was little bit hard for me, it tooks me couple of tries untill I got it correclty. Anyways its up to personal choice whether DIY or online mail service is the best options for you. research online before you make the final choice.
Found this page from Times Standard comparing them. https://www.times-standard.com/2024/02/01/best-10-choices-for-converting-vhs-to-digital-in-2024-how-to-convert-vhs-to-digital/
Hope this helps
iMemories was a good choice for converting our old wedding and birthday videos. The quality was decent, and the process was easy. If you’re looking for a cheaper option, you might want to try digital converters. But if you want a reputable service with good results, iMemories is a good pick.
To convert VHS to digital, you'll need a few things: a VCR, a capture card to transfer the video from the VHS to your computer, and software like OBS Studio to record the video.
If you prefer not to handle the DIY process, you can opt for a VHS conversion service. For the DIY route, you can purchase a capture card or digital video converter from local stores or reliable online retailers.
My sister converted the tapes with iMemories and she had some small complaints with iMemories but overall it was a good experience. I prefer to use video capture device for vhs conversions but here is a link I found on google where it compares all of them side by side
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This forum isn't really the place to get reviews on third party products, but have a look here --> Convert Video tapes to USB Stick - Apple Community
iMemories Reviews - Is iMemories any good?
