Emerging Technology: Photobucket

Photobucket is a web based program where photos and video can be stored. Once uploaded, they can be shared with family and friends. This program is a great way to share memories and events with out-of-town family members.

I found using Photobucket to be easy and user-friendly. Actions (albums and upload, edit images, creating slide shows, etc.) are listed on the main menu. Each item is a drop down menu with additional options. The first time I used the program everything was new. Even though I was unfamiliar with it I was still able to navigate my way through. As long as the user has a basic understanding of how to use the Internet they will be successful.

Photobucket allow the user to create slideshows and photo albums. It also lets you submit photos and slideshows to Blogger. Prints of photos can also be purchased from Kodak through the website. One of the options Photobucket has that Flickr does not is a photo edit option. The edit option allows the user the typical edits features such as cropping, resizing, and rotating. But I loved the extras! Photobucket can fix blemishes, smooth wrinkles, decorates (add text, speech boxes, etc.), add animation, and variety of different effects. I have attached photos I edited. This is just a small sample of the edit options.

The edit option to create the fun pictures can be difficult to find. Here are some bulleted instructions on how to locate it:
- Albums and upload menu
- Select album organizer from the drop down menu
- Double click the picture you select
- Click edit under the image on the right
Here is a video capture for everyone who is a visual learner: http://www.screencast.com/users/erelmore/folders/Jing/media/99080e28-700f-4ccd-b889-ce9e0a074099

Have fun using the edit option and putting a personal touch on your pictures.