WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - So you’re going to try to shoot pictures and videos of fireworks again this year? If you’re planning to use a smartphone you probably know how it’s going to turn out. Not so ...

Watch it live on WTOP.com: “A Capitol Fourth”- the star-spangled concert on the National Mall followed by an Independence Day fireworks show. The dazzling lineup starts 8 p.m. on Friday, July 4. Q: ...

Fireworks shows are a sight to behold, but capturing their fleeting beauty with your smartphone can be challenging. If you’ve tried before you know that fireworks are perhaps the most difficult thing ...

The biggest challenge with fireworks is that your phone needs to keep its camera open longer to capture light trails. Using digital zoom reduces image quality. It’s better to get closer if possible.

Whether you're taking photos on July 4th, at New Year's or for another celebration, fireworks are always amazing opportunities for photos. The bright lights and vibrant colors contrast incredibly well ...

Let's be honest, folks. Your average fireworks phone pic lands somewhere between "artistic charcoal sketch" and "evidence of an alien light show gone wrong." But fear not. Here's how to turn your ...

Every year on July 5, I open my camera roll only to find disappointment. How come every time I watch the fireworks on Independence Day, they look so much better in person than they do on my phone? Is ...

Diwali is a festival of lights, but it’s also a festival of spectacular night skies. Capturing fireworks in all their shimmering glory takes more than just pointing your phone upwards. You need a ...

Older smartphones simply don't have the ability to shoot things at night, like fireworks. If you have a newer phone there are a few things you can do to improve your chances of getting a good shot.