Turn any Live Photo or video on your phone into a short GIF. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac You can make an animated GIF on your iPhone or Mac out of any Live ...

The GIF, short for "graphics interchange format," has become a staple in modern communication. The short, looping video clips can be easily shared, which has made GIFs popular with social media users.

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Pamela is a freelance food and travel writer based in Astoria, Queens. While she writes about most things edible and potable (and accessories dedicated to those topics,) her real areas of expertise ...