Apple completely changed the oleophobic coating on its iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR compared to older iPhone models, and the change had two results. First, the new coating lasts much longer and resists oil much better than it used to. Second, it’s insanely easy to scratch. The only way to prevent your screen from scratching is to use a screen protector, and one of the best options on Amazon happens to be discounted right now. Check out the TETHYS Glass Screen Protector Designed for iPhone, which is just $6 right now for a three-pack. That’s only $2 per screen protector!

TETHYS Glass Screen Protector Designed for iPhone XR (6.1″) [3-Pack] [Edge to Edge Coverage] Fu…: $5.89

TETHYS Glass Screen Protector Designed for iPhone XS and iPhone X [Edge to Edge Coverage] Full…: $6.99

TETHYS Glass Screen Protector Designed for iPhone XS Max (6.5″) [Edge to Edge Coverage] Full Pr…: $7.99

Here’s what you need to know from the product page:

• [Compatible with iPhone XR only] Tethys’ Tempered glass screen protector provides edge-to-edge protection for your Device against scratches, bumps and minor drops. Enjoy your phone’s clear display with no worries!
• Ultra clear – transparent screen protection; It’s like you have nothing there! the screen protector is made with 9H screen hardness, offering maximum coverage for your screen including the front sensor. (Note: fits with most cases except cases with hefty raised edges such as battery cases.)
• Easy Installation – it’s super easy to install! Comes with an installation guidance frame to assist with the application process.
• Touchscreen accessible – receive full access to all buttons, 3D touch, touch ID, facial recognition and other functions on your phone. Box content includes 3X glass screen protector, guidance frame, wet/dry wipes, user guide, dust Removal/guide stickers.
• Warranty – Tethys is proud to provide a lifetime warranty for the protection of your phone screen.

TETHYS Glass Screen Protector Designed for iPhone XR (6.1″) [3-Pack] [Edge to Edge Coverage] Fu…: $5.89

TETHYS Glass Screen Protector Designed for iPhone XS and iPhone X [Edge to Edge Coverage] Full…: $6.99

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When he was a younger man, Huawei’s billionaire founder Ren Zhengfei joined China’s People’s Liberation Army as an engineer, at one point heading out with the army for China’s frigid north as part of a crew tasked with building a synthetic fiber factory.

That background no doubt inspired the overtly military-themed tone of a desperate memo Zhengfei distributed internally at the company on Monday as the US ban against it lingers, with the company founder warning that workers need to band together in “commando squads” to survive this “live or die moment.”

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We have good news, better news, and bad news for you today, Nintendo Switch fans. The good news is Super Mario Maker 2 just got its first discount ever on Amazon… but the bad news is that discount is only a few bucks. Still, if you don’t already have it, this brilliant game is worth every penny and then some. But wait, there’s better news! The best Nintendo Switch game you might never have heard of — Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle — is down from $60 all the way to $24.99 right now!

Super Mario Maker 2

• This sequel to the Super Mario Maker game launches exclusively on the Nintendo Switch system
• Play a nearly limitless number of side scrolling Super Mario courses anytime, anywhere
• Start with the 100+ built in courses in the single player Story Mode, a new Mario adventure that unleashes the creative potential of Super Mario Maker 2
• Break the rules as you use a wide range of parts, tools, and customization options to create the side scrolling Super Mario courses of your dreams alone or together by passing a Joy Con controller to a partner
• With a Nintendo Switch Online membership, power up the fun even further in Course World as part of the vibrant Super Mario Maker 2 community: share your courses, access a near endless supply made by others, enjoy online multiplayer, and more

Super Mario Maker 2 – Nintendo Switch: $56.95

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle

• Winner of over 50 E3 awards and nominations
• Mario and Rabbids universes collide in this new adventure, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch system
• Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Yoshi join forces with four Rabbis heroes with their own unique personalities
• Easy to play, difficult to master Solo and co op turn based combat is a fresh game play experience
• Battle with an arsenal of weapons through four new worlds filled with enemies, puzzles, and humorous fun the title rated Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief, Mild Language

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle – Nintendo Switch Standard Edition: $24.99

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Super Mario Maker 2 just got its first discount, and the best Switch game you’ve never heard of is down to $25 originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 20 Aug 2019 at 14:25:08 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Over the past few years, one of the hallmarks of Apple’s strategy to boost iPhone sales has been to actively convince Android users to make the switch over to iOS. All told, it’s been a solid strategy given that iPhone owners, historically speaking, have tended to be more loyal to Apple than Android owners are to whatever brand of smartphone they happen to be using.

That said, the dynamics that govern the smartphone market are always changing. Rules of thumb that may have applied 5 years ago, for example, may be completely different today. As a prime example, the notion that iPhone users upgrade their devices en masse every two years has been completely turned on its head. These days, iPhone users are hanging onto their devices for upwards of four years before upgrading.

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When you first come across the OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) Bluetooth Portable Speaker on Amazon, it doesn’t look like much. I mean, how impressive can a speaker really be for under $30? Then you see the thousands of 5-star ratings and the fact that it has been the best-selling portable speaker on Amazon for years, and you’re intrigued. Well guess what: It’s even better than you think it is, and it’s on sale right now for just $22!

OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) – Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Louder Volume, Crystal Clear Stereo Sound…: $21.99

Here’s some important info from the product page:

• HIGHER QUALITY CRYSTAL CLEAR STEREO SOUND – The OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) is Designed and Engineered by Cambridge Sound Works in the USA for greater clarity sound, accurate mids and clear highs from dual precision acoustic stereo drivers; the bass output is enhanced by our proprietary passive bass radiator; unique triangular design and downward facing bass radiator further enhance the sound quality; the Higher Quality Crystal Clear Sound & Features distance it from the competition
• LOUDER VOLUME – Surprisingly loud, the Volume Booster 10+ watt power AMP pumps out more volume and plays your music with no distortion, even at maximum volume; the louder volume makes the OontZ Angle 3 (3Rd Gen) Portable Bluetooth Speakers the perfect speaker for any room and the ideal Outdoor Speakers
• INCREDIBLE 100 FOOT BLUETOOTH RANGE – Play the OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) Bluetooth Speakers up to 100 unobstructed feet away from your device; advanced antenna design with Bluetooth 4.2 provides greater wireless range and faster Bluetooth connection; connects easily with the Echo Dot, Echo Dot 3rd Gen, Echo, Echo Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 7, iPhone 8, iPhone X, iPad, Samsung Galaxy 8, Samsung Galaxy 9, Samsung Note, Smartphone, Cellphone, Laptop, computer, Mac, and all other Bluetooth devices
• IPX5 WATER RESISTANT – The OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) is totally Splashproof, Rainproof shower speaker, great Shower Speaker; with IPX5 certification the speaker can resist gentle water spray and splash but cannot be partially or fully submerged
• LONGER BATTERY PLAYTIME UP TO 14 HOURS – Play from morning till night; battery can play up to 14 hours at 2/3 volume; AUX IN Jack connect from TVs and non-Bluetooth devices with a 3.5mm Line-In cable for the Perfect Line-In Speaker; BUILT-IN Microphone for personal handsfree speakerphone calls from a Cellphone or iPhone; Light-weight just 10 oz, 5” long, 2.8” high INCLUDES Micro-USB charging cable; Official OontZ Angle 3 Carry Case available sold separately on Amazon

OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) – Bluetooth Portable Speaker, Louder Volume, Crystal Clear Stereo Sound…: $21.99

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Game of Thrones is dead and buried, leaving behind a massive vacuum that everyone is looking to take advantage of. HBO is working on two separate fantasy shows, including a Thrones prequel as well as His Dark Materials, based on the novel trilogy of the same name. Amazon also has two series in the works that will attempt to deliver the same type of fantasy stories, filled with political intrigue, spectacular action, and varying levels of gratuitous nudity — I’m just speculating on that last bit. We’re looking at Carnival Row, which premieres later this month, and The Lord of the Rings TV series that hasn’t even started shooting.

But it’s Netflix’s upcoming The Witcher series that seems like it could be the closest thing we get to a Game of Thrones replacement, with the first season of the TV series set to premiere on the streaming service by late 2019.

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The TiVo Bolt is the company’s most popular device lineup these days, but it’s still quite pricey, just like all TiVo products. On Tuesday though, for one day only, you can pick up a new Bolt and save a ton of money in the process. The $350 TiVo Bolt VOX 500 GB DVR & Streaming Media Player is down to $269.99 on Amazon, while the $414 TiVo Bolt OTA All-in-One Live TV, DVR and Streaming Apps Device is on sale for $333.99. Finally, you can snag the $440 TiVo Bolt VOX 1TB DVR and 4K Streaming Device Bundle with TiVo Mini VOX for $383.99, which is an incredible deal! These prices are good for one day only, so don’t miss out.

TiVo Bolt VOX 500 GB

• TiVo’s new Voice Remote lets you instantly search across your live TV, DVR recordings and streaming content to quickly and easily find what you’re looking for.
• This unified entertainment system replaces your cable box and works with your existing cable subscription (requires Cable Card).
• Your favorite streaming apps are fully Integrated: no more switching inputs, remotes or devices. Access Netflix, Prime, HBO go, Hulu, Pandora and more from one, integrated experience.
• TiVo mini vox extends your TiVo DVR experience to additional TVs in your home(1) for an easy and economical whole-house 4K Ultra HD solution(2) (requires MoCa or Ethernet not compatible with Wi-Fi.)
• With the innovative TiVo mini vox, use your voice to simultaneously search across live TV, your DVR recordings and streaming apps to more easily find and watch what you’re looking for.(3)
• Get the Full TiVo experience, including crystal-clear 4K Ultra HD content and cutting-edge control with skip mode and quick mode, on another TV in your house for no additional service fees!(4)

TiVo Bolt VOX 500 GB, DVR & Streaming Media Player, 4K UHD, Now with Voice Control (TCD849500V)…: $269.99

TiVo Bolt OTA

• Meet TiVo BOLT OTA for antenna –– designed for true fans of entertainment looking for an alternative to cable TV — the new live, recording and streaming TV device-in-one.
• Access 4K Ultra HD movies from Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, YouTube and more.
• Save time and skip ads with a tap using SkipMode, and find shows faster or zoom through the slow stuff with QuickMode.
• TiVo mini vox extends your TiVo DVR experience to additional TVs in your home(1) for an easy and economical whole-house 4K Ultra HD solution(2) (requires MoCa or Ethernet not compatible with Wi-Fi.)
• With the innovative TiVo mini vox, use your voice to simultaneously search across live TV, your DVR recordings and streaming apps to more easily find and watch what you’re looking for.(3)
• Get the Full TiVo experience, including crystal-clear 4K Ultra HD content and cutting-edge control with skip mode and quick mode, on another TV in your house for no additional service fees!(4)

TiVo Bolt OTA for Antenna – All-in-One Live TV, DVR and Streaming Apps Device/TiVo Mini VOX Str…: $333.99

TiVo Bolt VOX 1TB DVR and TiVo Vox Mini Bundle

• Add value to your cable subscription and record up to six shows at once. Get live, recorded and streaming TV without switching inputs or juggling remotes with the all-new 6-tuner 1TB TiVo BOLT VOX
• Experience 4K Ultra HD movies from Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, YouTube and more. Works with TiVo Mini and TiVo Mini VOX and connects to other TiVo DVRs
• Save time with SkipMode, which lets you watch your favorite shows commercial-free to get up to 20% more viewing time
• TiVo mini vox extends your TiVo DVR experience to additional TVs in your home(1) for an easy and economical whole-house 4K Ultra HD solution(2) (requires MoCa or Ethernet not compatible with Wi-Fi.)
• With the innovative TiVo mini vox, use your voice to simultaneously search across live TV, your DVR recordings and streaming apps to more easily find and watch what you’re looking for.(3)
• Get the Full TiVo experience, including crystal-clear 4K Ultra HD content and cutting-edge control with skip mode and quick mode, on another TV in your house for no additional service fees!(4)

TiVo Bolt VOX 1TB DVR and 4K Streaming Device Bundle with TiVo Mini VOX: $383.99

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BGR has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. BGR and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers.

For the average person, it’s hard enough sorting through all the credit cards out there on the market to figure out which one offers the right mix of costs and perks to enjoy. One easy way for card issuers to help their offerings stand out from the pack is by promising outsized welcome bonuses, with something like an offer of 100,000 welcome points helping a particular card easily grab your attention. Those kinds of awards certainly get my attention — something that’s probably true for most of us, if we’re honest. We like big rewards and hefty incentives that make us feel like we’re getting a great deal. And a handful of Hilton’s hotel credit cards co-branded with American Express are certainly offering some big rewards right now for a limited time — indeed, some of the biggest we’ve seen.

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India is now poised to become the fourth country on Earth to pull off a soft Moon landing. The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) launched the Chandrayaan-2 mission in late July — after a “technical snag” delayed the launch by about a week — and it just hit another major milestone on its way to achieving the ultimate goal.

The Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft successfully entered lunar orbit just hours ago, completing a delicate maneuver that allowed it to transition from an Earth-centric orbit to a new path that orbits Earth’s tiny neighbor instead. This will allow the ISRO team to begin planning for an eventual landing near the Moon’s south pole.

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There was a rumor going around that some people with the original Nintendo Switch model would be able to upgrade to the newer model for free. Sadly, that rumor turned out to be completely false. But the good news is if you’re looking to buy a new Switch for yourself or anyone else, the freshly update model is finally back in stock on Amazon. Head over to the site right now and you’ll be able to get yourself a Nintendo Switch HAC-001(-01) with Gray Joy‑Con. Just do it quickly though, because we expect shipping estimates to start slipping back very soon!

Nintendo Switch with Gray Joy‑Con – HAC-001(-01): $299.00

Here’s the scoop from the product page:

• Play your way with the Nintendo Switch gaming system. Whether you’re at home or on-the-go, solo or with friends, the Nintendo Switch system is designed to fit your life. Dock your Nintendo Switch to enjoy HD gaming on your TV. Heading out? Just undock your console and keep playing in handheld mode
• This model includes battery life of approximately 4.5 – 9 hours
• The battery life will depend on the games you play. For instance, the battery will last approximately 5.5 hours for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (games sold separately)
• Model number HAC-001(-01)

Nintendo Switch with Gray Joy‑Con – HAC-001(-01): $299.00

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