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What Is a PDI File? A file with the PDI file extension is most likely an InstantCopy Disc Image file, which is an exact copy of a disc created using Pinnacle Systems’ InstantCopy DVD ripper program. Your PDI file might instead be associated with PReS Document Creation Subroutines, or it may be a disk image file used with PI software from OSIsoft as a Display Definition file. Some versions of Microsoft PowerPoint use this file extension for a format that supports importing and exporting PowerPoint files, while other PDI files stand for Portable Database Image, a format used for publishing and analyzing data....

That is slowly starting to change, as Chinese power supply and energy storage company Headwolf joins Samsung, Lenovo, and one or two others by releasing a tablet that runs Android 12 out of the box. They call it the WPad1, and it’s set to launch tomorrow. In addition to relying on Android 12, Headwolf’s mid-range tablet boasts a 10.1-inch display, 4GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and an Helio P22 Octa-core processor....

Sony’s newest beta for the still somewhat difficult-to-find console is testing out several new features (that may or may not see a wider release in the future). In this beta, Sony introduces 1440p as a resolution option for compatible TVs and computer monitors. Sony states that using the 1440p setting on a higher resolution monitor could improve anti-aliasing and make things look a little smoother. Gamelists, which allow you to sort the games in your library into several categories of your own choosing, have also been added as an organization option....

What Is an RAF File? A file with the RAF file extension is a Fuji raw image file. This format stores an unprocessed image taken from a Fuji digital camera. A JPG of the same image captured by the camera may be included in an RAF file. This file extension is also used for Riot Archive files with the League of Legends video game, and are seen alongside RAF.DAT files. The DAT file stores the actual data, but the RAF file describes where to unpack the contents....

Let’s look at how the system is laid out. How Revel Works The Revel system in the MKX is available in two versions: a 13-speaker version and a 19-speaker (although 20-channel) version. The core of the system is an array with an 80 mm midrange and a 25 mm tweeter, which you can see pictured below. (You can barely see the midrange driver through the grille.) It’s designed in much the same way as the Performa3 speakers, with a waveguide on the tweeter to smooth the transition between the two drivers....

Customers have been posting on forums like the Roku community site and Reddit complaining about various issues with Roku devices since downloading the latest software update, according to TechCrunch. The first sign of problems appeared about two weeks ago on the Roku community forum. Roku users are reporting an array of issues like popular streaming apps either not working at all or having frequent issues, frozen screens, and problems with the functionality of the Roku remote....

Roomba manufacturer iRobot stated the update was made possible via “advanced machine learning algorithms” that would allow the robot vacuums to detect fallen pine needles. In addition to this new spatial awareness, Roomba owners will be able to transfer an existing Smart Map from one robot to another. The update comes through the iRobot HOME App and the iRobot Genius feature. The Genius feature allows Roombas to learn and adapt to their surrounding home environment for a personalized map....

The Rotate Tool Options GIMP’s Rotate tool offers many options that are similar to those of other image editing apps such as Photoshop. Transform By default, the Rotate tool operates upon the active layer; look to the right of Transform to see where to change this option to Selection or Path. Before using the Rotate tool, check the Layers or Paths palette to make sure the layer, selection, or path you want to rotate is the active one....

According to Samsung, the three new devices skip the “S11” moniker as a way of showing the leap forward they represent in terms of innovation and technology. I went hands-on with all three of the newly announced devices and spent a fair bit of time playing with their new camera features. Read on to see what I thought. Refinements To An Already Elegant Design and Features The S20 lineup is a continuation of the design trends we’ve seen from Samsung over the course of the past year....

Why Use a Teleconverter? Most photographers carry a telephoto lens in their kits. These lenses are great for getting up close and personal to subjects when it is impractical to physically move closer. There are times, however, when even our strongest telephoto does not get us close enough to the action and we need just a little more of a zoom. One option is to invest in a new and longer lens, though this solution can be expensive and is not always a viable option....

Ever wondered which is better though? Is Siri better than Google, for instance? While both assistants offer many of the same features, each have their own advantages and disadvantages with Google Assistant working out better at answering trivia questions while Siri is a smarter option if you want to communicate with others hands-free. Overall Findings In the battle of Siri vs Google Assistant, both are fairly competent. While Google Assistant has the edge in a few fields, Siri also has the advantage elsewhere....

You have many options when choosing how you want to do your Minecraft stream, depending on the platform that you choose to use. The options generally deal with layouts, complexity vs. simplicity, audience interactions, and things of that nature. Usually, for more complex streams with more audience interaction, Twitch is used as it’s easier to manage and more appealing in terms of relaying information to/from the audience. YouTube Gaming is more-so meant for those of whom would want to outright stream, worrying less about the interaction between the audience and broadcaster....

The Xperia 5 IV, Sony’s next offering for its flagship smartphone series, claims to hold onto many of the “premium features” found in other Xperia phones but in a smaller package. According to Sony Electronics Vice President of Imaging Solutions, Yang Cheng, “The Xperia 5 IV is a powerful and compact tool that is perfect for anyone looking for the best technology in a small, sleek form factor.” Looking at the specs, it certainly does seem to be smaller at 6....

Spotify announced the partnership on Thursday, noting that Storytel will use the recently announced Spotify Open Access Platform to bring its content to the service. According to TechCrunch, users who are already subscribed to Storytel will be able to access their content in Spotify by linking the two accounts. “Partnering with Spotify will make amazing audiobook experiences and exciting authorships easier than ever to access for our customers, while we will also be tapping into the opportunity of reaching new audiences who are on Spotify today, but have not yet experienced the magic of audiobooks,” Jonas Tellander, founder and CEO of Storytel, said in the announcement....

When you’re on a budget, it can be hard to pick a great keyboard, but the Steelseries Apex 3 aims to make that decision a little bit easier with an impressive range of features. Most notably it’s designed to be durable and water-resistant—the sort of keyboard that you can take with you and not worry about. Throw in compatibility with gaming consoles in addition to PCs, and you’ve got a truly compelling package....

Her real name is Jessica (she asked that her last name be held private), and she was brought to the platform during the pandemic after being laid off. In only a year she’s garnered a massive audience infatuated with her commitment to doing whatever she wants, whenever she wants. “Escapism is important. If I can provide a minute or two of just you forgetting what you’re going through, then that’s my goal....

The company’s upcoming NxtWear S glasses seem to have answered many of the complaints levied at previous iterations. The innovative wearable is now more comfortable during use, easier to control, and includes several visual and sound-related improvements to make them, well, more fun to wear and stream content. Let’s dive into tech first. TCL’s glasses include dual 1080p micro OLED displays, one for each eye, and the company says the visuals of the new model have received a “considerable boost in quality....

There are a wide range of gizmos that will come in handy but might provide a more soothing backdrop than the usual shiny laptops, smart speakers, and drones. We’ve rounded up items ranging from an electronic drawing pad to a distraction-free computer that might be just the thing to delight without going a little more mad than we already are under lockdown. The sweet spot is finding a device that offers enough features to be worth your money but doesn’t distract from your life....

The electric car maker has launched Steam integration inside its Model S and Model X electric cars, with thousands of games now playable. The gaming system uses the massive computing power inside a Tesla model to power its functions. “We are seeing a unique shift to a more immersive in-car experience, including more electric vehicles taking the road, which creates more opportunity for downtime whether watching a movie or playing a video game when charging vehicles,” Christian Steinmann, the CEO of ClearMotion, a company that builds car user experiences, told Lifewire in an email interview....

Apple’s WWDC 2022 didn’t waste any time getting into the details of what we can expect from iOS 16, which includes some much-requested features coming to Messages. Previously read texts, for example, will be able to be marked as unread so that you can keep track of what you may still need to respond to. It’s pretty much the same idea as marking emails as unread. Beyond that (and likely much more anticipated) is confirmation that Messages in iOS 16 will allow you to edit texts, even after they’ve been sent....