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Is it AI? How to Tell Using Metadata
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Is it AI? How to Tell Using Metadata

AI image detectors get fooled. Metadata doesn't. Here's how to check whether a photo was generated by DALL-E, Midjourney, Firefly,…
June 11, 2026June 19, 2026 The Photo Investigator
Remove GPS From Hiking Photos, Crowds are Begging You
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Remove GPS From Hiking Photos, Crowds are Begging You

It’s amazing to see so many people becoming enthusiastic about the outdoors. However they also need to be enthusiastic about…
January 4, 2021May 10, 2026 The Photo Investigator
What is the “Maker Apple” Metadata in iPhone Photos?
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What is the “Maker Apple” Metadata in iPhone Photos?

When a photo is taken, different kinds of metadata are automatically added by the camera. Most of these kinds of…
July 31, 2016May 10, 2026 The Photo Investigator
Make Sure Your Furry Friends Don’t Expose Your Location
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Make Sure Your Furry Friends Don’t Expose Your Location

A research project downloaded a bunch of pictures of cats, and put the photos on a map by using the…
July 27, 2014May 10, 2026 The Photo Investigator
Security Software Creator Found by Authorities from Photo GPS Coordinates
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Security Software Creator Found by Authorities from Photo GPS Coordinates

John McAfee was in for a surprise when he chose to boast his freedom from chasing authorities via a popular…
July 21, 2013May 10, 2026 The Photo Investigator

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