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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?
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Apple Testing Four Frame Designs for AI Smart Glasses Before 2027 Launch
In short:Â Apple is testing at least four frame styles for its upcoming AI-powered smart glasses, according to a Bloomberg report by Mark Gurman published 12 April 2026. The designs include a large rectangular style similar to Wayfarer frames, a slimmer rectangular style comparable to those worn by CEO Tim Cook, a larger oval or circular […]
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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 to Implement Age Verification for Users 9 and Older
Roblox is about to make a big change to how you can access games on its platform: If you want to play any game that’s intended for users nine or older, you will have to complete an age verification process. The shift is happening as part of a rollout of new Roblox Kids and Roblox […]
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.
John Giannandrea, Ex-AI Head, Leaving Apple This Week Following Transition Phase
**John Giannandrea’s Exit from Apple: A Fresh Era in AI Leadership**
John Giannandrea, a key player in the technology sector, is officially wrapping up his time at Apple this week. After joining the firm in 2018 following an extensive eight-year spell at Google, Giannandrea took charge of Apple’s machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. His input was crucial in molding the company’s direction regarding AI technologies.
In December of last year, Apple disclosed that Giannandrea would be resigning from his leadership position but would remain an advisor until his complete exit in spring 2026. This transition is coordinated with Apple’s stock vesting timetable, enabling Giannandrea to take advantage of his stock awards prior to his exit.
Mark Gurman, in the latest edition of the *Power On* newsletter, revealed that Giannandrea’s advisory position wraps up this week, timed with Apple’s stock vesting date of April 15. After his exit, Giannandrea intends to participate with various company boards and offer advisory services within the startup landscape.
Giannandrea’s exit occurs amidst considerable shifts within Apple’s AI teams and organizational framework, especially after the debut of Apple Intelligence. Alongside Giannandrea’s departure, Apple appointed Amar Subramanya as the new Vice President of AI, reporting directly to Craig Federighi. Subramanya comes with extensive experience from his prior positions at Google and Microsoft.
Giannandrea’s supervision of the Siri team underwent notable changes in March 2025, as Tim Cook allegedly lost faith in his capacity to effectively drive product development. Currently, Siri’s leadership has shifted to Mike Rockwell, while Giannandrea’s additional duties have been reassigned to Craig Federighi, Eddy Cue, and Sabih Khan.
Looking forward, Apple is set to introduce major new AI and Siri functionalities as part of iOS 27 at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in just two months. These functionalities will signify a new chapter for Siri, especially following Apple’s recent collaboration with Google to incorporate Gemini models into its AI offerings.
As Giannandrea steps into his next chapter, the tech community keenly observes how Apple’s AI strategy adapts under new leadership and what innovations will surface in the fields of machine learning and artificial intelligence.
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.
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