Articles by: Jackie Dove

Jackie is an obsessive, insomniac tech writer and editor in northern California. A wildlife advocate, cat fan, and photo app fanatic, her specialties include cross-platform hardware and software, art, design, photography, video, and a wide range of creative and productivity apps and systems. Formerly senior editor at Macworld and creativity editor at The Next Web, Jackie now writes for a variety of consumer tech publications.

Articles by: Jackie Dove

7 ways to get rid of pigeons and keep them out of your yard

By Jackie Dove last updated 29 August 23

If pigeons are ruining your yard, here are safe and humane methods to discourage flocks from roosting on your property.

7 things you should never clean with Windex

By Jackie Dove published 24 August 23

Windex is great for cleaning windows, but we’ve found 7 places you should never use it.

Monster Smart Home 16 GB Digital Photo Frame on shelf

Monster Smart Home 16 GB Digital Photo Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 13 July 23

This high-resolution digital photo frame features a touch screen and plenty of internal storage

Rain chains: 5 reasons to buy and 1 reason to skip

By Jackie Dove published 3 June 23

Should you use a rain chain instead of a downspout to catch the raindrops cascading from your roof? Here are some reasons a rain chain could be an appealing choice.

Skylight Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 5 April 23

The Skylight Frame will fit nicely in any home or office while offering an adjustable bright, clear tableau for your favorite photos and videos.

The best free video editing software in 2023

By Jackie Dove last updated 27 July 23

Here's the best free video editing software that can handle most (or all) of what paid software packages can accomplish.

Best video editing software in 2023

By Christian Rigg, Jackie Dove last updated 18 August 23

We tested the best video editing software programs on Mac and Windows laptops.

Best photo collage apps in 2023

By Jackie Dove last updated 26 May 23

The best photo collage apps for turning your pictures and videos into a story.

Aura Mason Luxe Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 21 April 22

Editor's Choice

Aura’s Mason Luxe frame lets you set up your frame for home use or as a gift with unlimited storage and flexibility.

Aeezo Digital Photo Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 20 April 22

Budget digital photo frame checks all the boxes for image quality and aesthetics.

Best instant cameras 2023

By Marc McLaren last updated 24 April 23

Here are the best instant cameras based on our testing

A laptop on a table, showing the free video editing software Shotcut on its display

Shotcut 21 review

By Jackie Dove, Theano Nikitas published 12 October 21

Shotcut’s free open source video editor serves up all the basics but it is less consumer friendly than some competitors.

Atatat Digital Photo Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 7 October 21

Atatat offers great visual rendition of your images without the complexity of networks or remote input.

Nixplay Smart Photo Frame 10.1 inch Touch sitting on mantle

Nixplay Smart Photo Frame 10.1 inch Touch review

By Jackie Dove published 23 September 21

The Nixplay 10.1-inch smart digital picture frame provides versatile ways to showcase your family snaps, now with easy touchscreen controls.

Dragon Touch Classic 10 Digital Picture Frame displaying a family while sitting on a living room table

Dragon Touch Classic 10 Digital Picture Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 22 September 21

This sleek, moderately priced frame has plenty of storage and showcases a bright, clear view of your favorite memories.

Pix-Star Wi-Fi Cloud Digital Photo Frame 15-inch review

By Jackie Dove published 22 September 21

The Pix-Star Wi-Fi Cloud Digital Photo Frame 15-inch serves up your images and videos in a sparkling presentation accompanied by a variety of cloud services, internet radio, local weather, and games.

Meural WiFi Photo Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 22 September 21

The Meural WiFi Photo Frame is a cross between an art canvas and a massive camera roll for your favorite family portraits or vacation landscapes.

PhotoSpring 10 Digital Photo Frame review

By Jackie Dove published 22 September 21

With the PhotoSpring 10 Digital Photo Frame, you get two connected frames in one package.