The aftermath of the Euro 2020 (which ended July 11) and buildup to the Tokyo Olympics (starting July 23) meant many highlight reels were being shared. 2. How to "Analyze" the Video Yourself
On July 18, 2021 , several notable events were trending globally:
Take a screenshot of a clear frame from the video and upload it to Google Lens or Yandex Images . This is the fastest way to find where the video originated. video_2021-07-18_12-17-40_mp4
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Use a tool like ExifTool to see if the video contains GPS data or the original device model. The aftermath of the Euro 2020 (which ended
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Massive flooding in Germany and Belgium was reaching its peak, with many viral videos showing cars being swept away. This is the fastest way to find where the video originated
Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin flight was just two days away, and training/hype videos were circulating heavily.