Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg could soon have an AI clone of himself to interact with and provide feedback to employees, according to a report from the Financial Times. Sources tell the outlet that Meta is training the AI avatar on Zuckerberg’s image and voice, along with his mannerisms, tone, and public statements, “so that employees […]
Can Puck Transform News for the Influencer Era?
Today, Iâm talking with Sarah Personette, CEO of Puck, which is a fancy new media company thatâs been around for just about five years now. Puck hires big stars and gives them newsletters that are all mostly part of a subscription bundle. These newsletters are often must-reads in their categories â everyone in Hollywood reads […]
SwitchBot’s Button-Pressing Robot Now Available with Rechargeable Battery
SwitchBot is introducing a new version of the tiny button-pressing robot that helped launch the company a decade ago. The functionality of the new SwitchBot Bot is exactly the same as the original that the company will continue to sell, but comes with a rechargeable battery instead of a disposable one. The SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable […]
Slate Auto Secures $650M to Support Affordable EV Truck Plans
Slate Auto’s latest funding round was led by existing investor TWG Global, a firm run by LA Dodgers owner Mark Walter.
A Comprehensive Guide to Thoroughly Cleaning Your Silicone Phone Case
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The purpose of your phone case is to safeguard your device, which means it endures significant wear, including being exposed to dirt, grime, and other unpleasant substances. Like phones, cases can also host bacteria, so if you wish to keep it looking neat and tidy, proper maintenance is essential. But how can you remove dirt, oils, stains, and other unsightly grime from a silicone case? Surprisingly, it’s quite manageable.
Firstly, it’s crucial to be aware of what you shouldn’t use. Stay away from strong cleaning agents, abrasive tools, high heat, and solvents (like acetone or aerosol sprays). These can impair the case, either by compromising its integrity or causing discoloration. Instead, opt for gentle dish soap, warm water, and a soft toothbrush.
Begin by detaching the case from your phone and allowing it to soak in warm water briefly. Then, mix in a few drops of gentle soap and carefully scrub the case. For any persistent stains, you can apply a little baking soda on the brush for more gentle scrubbing. When finished, use a microfiber or soft cloth to dry the case, ensuring all moisture and soap remnants are removed. If your case includes a MagSafe feature, follow the same cleaning instructions above but refrain from scrubbing directly on the magnet or ring areas.
What about clear silicone cases that yellow, is cleaning possible?
Top 5 Portable DACs Recommended by Experts
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Roblox Games are Back
Roblox is making a subtle but notable change. After swapping the word “game” for “experience” all over its website and mobile apps in 2021 while the Epic Games v. Apple trial was taking place, Roblox is getting more comfortable with using the term “games” once again. “Over time, we’ve learned that ‘experiences’ isn’t an intuitive […]
Roblox Launches ‘Kids’ and ‘Select’ Accounts for Age-Appropriate Game and Chat Access
Users aged five to nine will be assigned to a “Roblox Kids” account, and users aged nine to 15 to will be put in a “Roblox Select” account.
Sony ULT Field 7 Party Speaker Over $50 Off at Amazon
As of April 13, the Sony ULT Field 7 bluetooth party speaker has dropped to $448 at Amazon, 10% off its list price of $499.99.
Availability of Routers Made in America in 2026
banned routers manufactured in overseas locations due to concerns regarding national security. This implies that any devices that haven’t received approval from the FCC will not be available for purchase in U.S. retail outlets. Additionally, the FCC has set a deadline for routers that are currently in the U.S., allowing manufacturers until March 2027 to continue updating consumers’ devices.
The prohibition might have raised some inquiries regarding your Wi-Fi network connectivity, such as whether you can actually obtain routers produced in America? As of April 2026, the response to this inquiry seems to be negative. Even U.S.-based firms like Google and Netgear do not produce their routers domestically, opting instead for factories in Vietnam, Taiwan, and China.
However, the answer to this inquiry delves further, as the FCC’s interpretation of “foreign produced” is extensive. The agency requires that not only must the device be constructed in America, but all primary stages of its production must also occur within the U.S. This entails that everything from design, component manufacturing, to assembly of the router needs to take place in the United States.
The outlook for routers made in America
