{"id":2132,"date":"2021-12-06T07:34:54","date_gmt":"2021-12-06T07:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pix-star.com\/blog\/?p=2132"},"modified":"2022-09-07T06:59:34","modified_gmt":"2022-09-07T06:59:34","slug":"digital-photo-frames-for-the-wall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pix-star.com\/blog\/photography\/digital-photo-frames-for-the-wall\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s Why Digital Photo Frames for the Wall Are So Useful!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What are the best digital photo frames for the wall?<\/h2>

Pix-Star\u2019s 15-inch digital photo frames for the wall are some of the best on today\u2019s market. They come with inbuilt support for the standard VESA mount, offer dedicated hanging holes, and an attachable stand. Pix-Star\u2019s frames support both landscape and portrait orientations, which is also supported by the frame\u2019s software. Photos can be rotated directly in slideshows, and most slideshow settings can be changed without needing to back out to the main menu or settings page (huge usability boost).In terms of features, Pix-Star\u2019s 15-inch frames<\/a> are robustly packed. Popular features include free-for-life cloud storage, the Pix-Star Snap mobile app, access to the web interface, the ability to remotely control & manage up to 25 connected Pix-Star frames from anywhere in the world, web album support (importing photos from social media and photo-sharing sites), and video & audio playback support.Pix-Star\u2019s frames are easy to use, the interfaces are elderly-friendly, and they\u2019re great for families. Given that the holiday period is coming up, Pix-Star\u2019s frames make for excellent gifts, especially for grandparents or loved ones you don\u2019t see often enough. Through Pix-Star\u2019s web album feature, remote-control function, and multi-frame control groups, you can effortlessly connect & share with everyone in the family \u2013 making sure they get all the photos\/videos\/audio and never miss another important family moment!Pix-Star\u2019s frames are available in two sizes; a 10-inch digital frame<\/a>, and a large 15-inch digital photo frame<\/a>. Both have the same specifications and real-world performance, and the only difference is their brightness and screen size. Both models come with free-for-life cloud storage, automatic backups, and access to both the mobile app & web interface.<\/p> <\/div>

What to look for when buying digital photo frames for the wall?<\/h2>

When you\u2019re looking to buy digital photo frames for the wall, support for using a standard VESA mount is arguably the most essential. Many of the top digital frames offer one and it lets you securely mount the frame in either landscape or portrait orientation on the wall. It also ensures that none of the USB\/SD card slots, 3.5mm headphone jack, or charging cable input are blocked.Alternatively, you can get a wall-mountable frame with dedicated hanging holes (which often double as attachment holes for the attachable stand). This lets you hang the frame on the wall and has the added benefit of letting you move it around your home easily (or switching between hanging spots in the same room).Another important feature of a wall-mountable digital frame is the aspect ratio of the display. We suggest you avoid 16:9 and 16:10 displays as they don\u2019t match the most common aspect ratio of photos from smartphones & cameras. The most versatile display aspect ratio is 4:3 as modern smartphones capture in 4:3, and many full-frame cameras shoot in 3:2. These 4:3 displays better match these photos and you won\u2019t need to worry about photos being surrounded by black pillar bars or being distorted\/cropped in any way.<\/p> <\/div>

How to set up digital photo frames for the wall?<\/h2>

Setting up digital photo frames for the wall is rather effortless for most premium frames. Top digital frames like the Pix-Star support using standard VESA mounts that let you securely mount the frame to the wall in either orientation. Additionally, there are dedicated hanging holes for more unique setups \u2013 or if you frequently move the frame between rooms (or don\u2019t want to settle for a single location).You need to choose which orientation (portrait or landscape) you want. You also have to take the size of the room, the viewing angle, and the viewing distance into account when setting up the frame. Make sure to keep it out of direct sunlight and away from any hot & humid spots like kitchens or bathrooms. Ensure the frame directly faces the part of the room from which you\u2019ll most commonly be viewing (e.g. the sofas, dining room table, bed, etc.).<\/p> <\/div>

Should digital photo frames for the wall use touchscreens?<\/h2>

We rarely advise getting a touchscreen digital photo frame<\/a> for the wall. For any display panel larger than 8-inches, the costs of using getting a touch-enabled panel are significantly higher \u2013 especially when compared with the potential gains. Since they\u2019re mounted on the wall, there\u2019s little use for a touchscreen. Many top frames use handheld remote controls or let you remotely configure the frame through a mobile app or web dashboard.The higher cost of using a touchscreen often comes at the cost of other features or real-world performance. The digital frame market is tight and price-sensitive, so there isn\u2019t much room to waste money on features like a touchscreen.Touchscreen digital frames are more prone to scratching, knocks & falls, and oil buildup from your fingers (especially on matte-finish screens). They\u2019re seldom intuitive and don\u2019t have the responsiveness we\u2019re used to with our modern smartphones & tablets. It\u2019s not worth paying all the extra money or making the required sacrifices for the limited benefits of having a touchscreen.<\/p> <\/div>

Can digital photo frames for the wall run on batteries?<\/h2>

Very few digital photo frames for the wall are battery-powered. They\u2019re too ineffective and limited to compete with what many of the best wall-mountable digital frames offer. Lacking features include limited Wi-Fi features (or no Wi-Fi connectivity at all), no cloud capabilities, small and low-resolution displays, limited feature sets, poor slideshow controls, little to no internal storage, and few ways to load photos to the frame.On the other hand, many of the best digital photo frames for the wall like the Pix-Star offer extensive feature sets, versatile slideshows, ease of use, remote-control functionality, importing photos from social media & photo-sharing sites, several ways to load photos to the frame, video support, and a high-quality 4:3 display. Pix-Star\u2019s frames don\u2019t run on batteries, which is why they have the power and capabilities to perform the features listed above \u2013 along with many more.Battery-powered digital frames have a very restrictive 2 to 4-hour battery life. This is made worse by features like Wi-Fi, automatic cloud backups, sensors, etc. It leaves these frames with little to offer other than improved mobility (which is negated by poor real-world battery performance and impeded long-term battery health). We suggest going for a non-battery-operated digital frame like the Pix-Star that\u2019s better suited to the modern home & family.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n

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