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
HBO’s Leading Sci-Fi Series Centers on Fungi, Omitting The Last of Us
video game adaptation series, “The Last of Us,” where another form of fungi takes the spotlight as it transforms individuals into zombie-fighting machines. It’s not as though audiences are engaged in heated debates over the top sci-fi series about mushrooms at the moment (both these shows are available for streaming on HBO Max alongside these 10 captivating miniseries), but if I were to share my opinion, I would definitely rank “Common Side Effects” higher than “The Last of Us.”
Primarily, that’s because Bennett and Steve Hely’s series is not a dystopian horror, but instead a complex sci-fi conspiracy thriller focused on presenting, observing, and analyzing the impacts of its fictional Blue Angel fungus, which seemingly possesses the unparalleled capability of curing all diseases globally. That is the show’s high-concept premise. The main character, Marshall Cuso (Dave King), a brilliant yet somewhat paranoid botanist, stumbles upon this tiny miracle in the Peruvian Highlands and, through research, uncovers its extraordinary healing potential for humanity. However, with this revelation comes the significant danger posed by Big Pharma firms such as Reutical Pharmaceuticals, which aims to silence Cuso and eliminate the fungus by whatever means are required.
A clever, mind-twisting, and intriguing psychedelic journey crafted to attract adult animation enthusiasts
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Google Messages Launches Option to Retrieve Removed Conversations
Messages that have been deleted will now remain in a trash folder for 30 days prior to complete deletion.
Rumor Mill: Recent Leak Indicates Possible Red Color Variant for iPhone 18
### Deep Red iPhone 18 Pro Report
In February, Bloomberg revealed that Apple is considering a new deep red hue for the iPhone 18 Pro, which some have referred to as crimson. This potential addition to Apple’s color spectrum has sparked interest among technology fans and industry analysts as well.
Per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, it remains unclear if this new shade will take the place of the current Cosmic Orange or act as an alternative option. Gurman theorized that due to the popularity of the orange tint, Apple might choose to keep it while introducing the red as a new standout color. Nonetheless, he mentioned that the closeness of red and orange on the color wheel could complicate the decision-making process.
In the past, there were discussions about a possible purple color choice for the iPhone 18 Pro, but Gurman hinted that these might in fact be variants of the red tone under consideration.
### Leaker Backs Report in an Odd Way
Adding to the conjecture, leaker Digital Chat Station has suggested a strong likelihood that the iPhone 18 Pro will showcase a crimson shade. However, the leaker’s proof is somewhat indirect, claiming that rivals in the Android sector have been preparing their own takes on this color, implying they foresee its demand.
This suggests that competing brands may have caught wind of leaked details about Apple’s intentions for the red iPhone 18 Pro and are adapting their strategies in response. The leaker’s observations underline a pattern where competitors typically emulate Apple’s design choices, including color selections.
### 9to5Mac’s Take
The trend of rivals replicating iPhone designs, especially colors, has been noted before, as seen with the Cosmic Orange. Various Android manufacturers have been known to hasten to release comparable products upon learning of Apple’s designs. However, it remains uncertain whether the Android companies’ aims for deep red versions arise from new leaks or simply from the existing Bloomberg report.
Despite the uncertainty, there is a conviction that Apple’s experience with Cosmic Orange has shown the financial advantages of launching vibrant colors in its iPhone Pro series. This lends support to the initial report concerning the deep red color option for the iPhone 18 Pro.
