Accidental Tech Podcast 562: Do You Have a Dragon?
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Nov 21, 2023 Johny Srouji, an interviewee in July 2023, discusses chip packaging advancements and Apple's focus. The hosts talk about concerns with web technologies in SpaceX rockets, network errors, and leadership changes at OpenAI. They also delve into preserving children's artwork and the limitations of screenless wearable devices.
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Don't Use Magic Eraser On Painted Keycaps
- Avoid using Magic Eraser on ABS keycaps because it abrades the plastic and can leave residue in key mechanisms.
- Prefer PBT or double-shot legends for durability and avoid harsh abrasives on painted backlit keys.
Why Apple Keycaps Wear Through Paint
- Apple uses clear injection-molded keycaps painted with layers; wear reveals clear plastic beneath creating visible shiny patches.
- PBT keycaps avoid that painted-wear problem but complicate backlighting and double-shot legend processes.
Worn Keys Reveal Clear Plastic Under Paint
- A British cycling journalist showed severe wear through his MacBook keys exposing the clear plastic beneath the paint.
- Hosts link this to ABS paint wear and noted many listeners reported similar premature keycap wear.