Black Friday traditionally falls on the day after Thanksgiving. But this year, retailers nationwide are turning every day into November 26th. With massive global supply chain issues persisting, you can find deals on the latest and greatest tech products marked down to Black Friday-low prices starting right now. There will be more promotions to come on the week of but delivery times may see an increase given the demand. To make your shopping trip a little more effortless, we’ve curated a list of the most recent and bang-for-your-buck deals on tech this early Black Friday.
Best TV deals
$300 off
Another great value option if you’re in the market for a big-screen panel is the Hisense 70” Class A6G 4K TV. Now for just $549.99 ($300 off), you get all the bells and whistles of a modern smart TV, including built-in Google voice assistance, streaming services pre-installed, and a superb 4K panel.
$250 off
You can’t have a Black Friday sale without door-busting offers on TVs. For a limited time, Best Buy has its Insignia 55” Class F30 Series 4K TV discounted to $299.99 ($250 off). For the price, you get a decently-sized 55” inch 4K panel, smart features including Fire TV, and all the slots you need — three HDMI, one USB, and even an Ethernet port. You’d be hard-pressed to find a more capable TV for less than $300.
$150 off
Best Buy currently has a $150 discount on Samsung’s 70” Class TU6985 4K TV, pricing it at just $599.99. At that price, the product competes well in a sea of TV deals during Black Friday — with its standout feature being the crisp and color-accurate 70” panel. That said, don’t expect this deal to last long.
$900 off
This one’s for those who are ready to pay to play. For one of the best TVs out now, the Samsung QN84A Neo QLED TV, you’ll have to fork out $1,899.99 to put it in your living room. But for the price — which includes a whopping $900 discount — you’re getting 75 inches of sharp, cinema-grade visuals that outpaces the competition. If you plan to own the TV for years to come — which you probably will once you lay your eyes on this — the $1,899.99, in my opinion, is a worthwhile investment.
Best phone deals
$269 off
At launch, the OnePlus 9 Pro — though stocked with flagship features and hardware, was hard to justify buying at $1,069. If you’ve been on the fence, Amazon has a deal that may finally get you off of it. For a limited time, the retailer has the OnePlus 9 Pro at just $799.99 ($269 off). That puts the handheld neck and neck with the newly released Google Pixel 6 Pro. The device comes unlocked, 5G-ready, and with 256GB of onboard storage.
Up to $100 off
Google just launched the Pixel 6 lineup, and we had a lot to say about it. Most of it, though, was good. With its foray into the premium market again, Google made some notable hardware improvements to the Pixel 6 lineup, including a polarizing camera module, a glass build, and higher refresh rates (120Hz on the Pro model). Still, the company managed to nerf the pricing of the phone, starting at just $599.
If that price tag wasn’t compelling enough for you, Best Buy currently has the Pixel 6 selling for $499 (if you activate a line at the store or online), or $549 off-contract.
$50 off
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is not a high-end device — and that’s fine. The device is perfect for those who seek a clean, stock Android experience, timely software updates, excellent battery life, and 5G support. All of that, priced at a Black Friday-low of $399 makes the Pixel 5a 5G a steal of a phone, period. And I haven’t even mentioned Google’s software fix-ins yet, including call screening, computational photography, and more.
$100 off
Remember when Apple said, “5G just got real”? Well, it certainly has, especially in the mid-range phone market. For less than $500, you can pick up a OnePlus 8T 5G and reap the benefits of 5G speeds. However, you shouldn’t buy the phone simply because it supports the network. For the discounted price, you get a smooth 120Hz display, fast performance, and even faster charging. It also comes with 256GB of internal storage — a great feat for gamers and photographers.
Best gaming console deals
In stock
The Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe edition is nothing new. But, the two-year-old bundle continues to make for a doorbuster deal every Black Friday thanks to its limited supply and great value. For the sale price of $299.99, you’re essentially getting Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for free, along with a three-month membership of Nintendo Switch Online.
In stock
The Oculus Quest 2 sits at the top of our best VR and AR headsets list, and with its recent price drop to $299 for the 128GB model, the deal can only get sweeter at Best Buy. If you purchase the headset on November 21, Best Buy will bundle in a $50 e-gift card for you to spend on other Black Friday goodies.
Best wireless earbuds and headphone deals
$70 off
You don’t have to pay a premium to get excellent audio when it comes to wireless earbuds. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, now for just $79 ($70 off), makes for the perfect Black Friday treat to yourself, or a stocking stuffer come Christmas. ZDNet’s Jason Cipriani reviewed the earbuds when first released and labelled them as the go-to for Android users or those who weren’t a fan of Apple’s AirPods.
$90 off, starting at 7 p.m. ET
Rarely are Apple products on sale, so when Walmart discounted the AirPods Pro to $159 ($90 off), we knew it had to be on this list. The design is much more compact and ear-friendly than its predecessor, the AirPods, and Apple added Active Noise Cancellation for an immersive listening experience. With a $90 off discount, the AirPods Pro makes for one of the best truly wireless earbuds on the market today.
Note that Walmart currently has the product listed for sale but you must be a Walmart+ member to make the purchase. Otherwise, you will have to wait until November 22, at 7 p.m. ET, for public availability.
$32 off
Luckily, you don’t have to settle for Apple’s AirPods Pro if you want premium wireless earbuds. The Sony WF-1000XM4 is a mouthful of branding but packs just as much through audio quality and features. It’s argued by many to produce the best sound of its competition. And now, you can buy a pair for yourself at a discounted price of $248 ($31.99 off).
$102 off
Competing against the Bose QuietComfort 45 is the Sony WH-1000XM4. When ZDNet’s Matthew Miller reviewed the premium headphones, he praised the device for its stunning audio performance, immersive active noise-cancellation, and extensive battery life — among other positives. To summarize, the headphones from Sony “make the world better through a flawless music listening experience.” You can snag a pair for yourself for only $248 ($102 off) at Best Buy.
$50 off
When it comes to premium over-the-ear style headphones, the Bose QuietComfort 45 is a solid alternative to the Sony WH-1000XM4. Toss in a $50 discount and the new $279 asking price is one that will surely entice audiophiles and non-audiophiles alike.
Best laptop deal
$120 off
Act fast, because for a limited time, you can pick yourself up an ASUS 11.6” Chromebook for just $99 at Best Buy. The $120 off device is no MacBook Pro, but gets the job done if you want a laptop for browsing, emailing, or Black Friday shopping! It comes with an Intel Celeron processor, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of eMMC memory, but most importantly, a $99 price tag. That may be enough to convince anyone to hit the buy button.
$150 off
The MacBook Air has always been a go-to option for most consumers, especially students. So when Apple upgraded its 2020 model with an in-house M1 Chip and buffed the battery life, it became a no-brainer for any best laptops lists. Now, the 13-inch model can be yours for just $849 ($150 off). For the price, you get 256GB of built-in storage and a sleek-looking design.
$400 off
Typically, 2-in-1 laptops are underwhelming as manufacturers put half of the effort towards the touch screen interface and another half towards the traditional laptop design. Lenovo’s Yoga series, however, sets itself apart with a robust experience on both ends. The latest Yoga 9i 14 laptop is an excellent offering at $1,349.99 ($400 off), with a built-in Intel Evo Platform Core i7, 512GB SSD, and Windows 11. And of course, you get the timeless 360-degree flip-and-fold design.
More tech deals
$81 off
The Monoprice Zero-G, a curved monitor with an ultra-wide, 35-inch display is currently on sale for $329.99 ($81 off). For the discount, you can expect a UWQHD 3440 x 1440 maximum resolution and AMD FreeSync technology for improved graphics rendering. Best yet, it’s priced competitively among other ultra-wide monitors.
$100 off
Robot vacuums on the market today can also include mop features and the Bissell model SpinWave model is one of them. This product is able to vacuum your floors and carpets as well as scrub and mop floors. A sensor ensures that carpets are not touched in mopping mode.
$60 off
The Apple Watch SE is Apple’s “smartwatch for everyone” offering. It doesn’t have the flashy wrist bands and big display like the higher-end Series 7 but gets the job done for anyone who wants an iPhone companion that just works. It’s also much cheaper than the Series 7 or 6 Apple Watches, currently selling for a Black Friday low of $219 ($60 off).
$220 off
You don’t have to fork out $300 or more for a premium smartwatch. Try $180. For a limited time, Best Buy has the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 (41mm) on sale for just that. At the price, you get most, if not all, of the benefits of a competitive smartwatch: ECG monitoring, health tracking, Bluetooth connectivity, and waterproofing. The watch is listed in both Mystic Bronze and Mystic Silver colorways — though I’m personally a fan of the former.
$20 off + free charger
Whether you’re a fitness expert or just getting started, BJ’s currently has the Garmin Vivosmart 4 on sale for $79.99 ($20 off). The smart fitness watch comes in a sleek, black design and bundled with a bonus charger. It’s also water-resistant, making it the perfect fitness pal in the rain.
As always, we will be monitoring all the deals available on tech gadgets and gizmos over the next month. Be sure to follow this page for the most up-to-date promotions available.
