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Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.

Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.

Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.

How to play Pips

If you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity for how Pips is played. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match.

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The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible – and common – for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.

Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:

• Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.

• Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.

• Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.

• Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.

• Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.

If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces.

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Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 1-1, placed horizontally.

Less Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 0-1, placed horizontally.

Greater Than (2): Everything in this space must be greater than 2. The answer is 0-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 0-1, placed horizontally; 0-3, placed horizontally; 0-0, placed vertically; 0-2, placed vertically.

Number (2): Everything in this space must add to 2. The answer is 0-2, placed vertically.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 21 Pips

Number (12): Everything in this red space must add to 12. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally; 4-6, placed horizontally.

Number (12): Everything in this purple space must add to 12. The answer is 3-6, placed horizontally; 4-6, placed horizontally.

Number (12): Everything in this orange space must add to 12. The answer is 6-6, placed vertically.

Less Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 0-2, placed horizontally.

Not Equal: Everything in this space must be different. The answer is 4-3, placed horizontally; 3-5, placed vertically.

Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 3-5, placed vertically.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 21 Pips

Number (0): Everything in this space must add to 0. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically; 0-6, placed vertically.

Number (13): Everything in this light blue space must add to 13. The answer is 6-4, placed vertically; 0-1, placed vertically; 0-6, placed vertically.

Number (13): Everything in this dark blue space must add to 13. The answer is 6-4, placed vertically; 2-6, placed horizontally; 6-3, placed horizontally; 1-4, placed horizontally.

Number (13): Everything in this green space must add to 13. The answer is 2-6, placed horizontally; 6-3, placed horizontally; 1-4, placed horizontally.

Number (13): Everything in this red space must add to 13. The answer is 6-6, placed horizontally; 1-3, placed vertically.

Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 1-3, placed vertically; 5-3, placed horizontally; 3-4, placed vertically.

Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally; 3-4, placed vertically.

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The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a big eater.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for November 21, 2025 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Found on a jacket

• Green: Alcoholic drinks

• Blue: Found in animated films

• Purple: To scarf down

Here are today's Connections categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Things worn on lapels

• Green: Cocktails

• Blue: Pixar protagonists

• Purple: Starting with synonyms for "Eat"

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections #894 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Things worn on lapels: AWARENESS RIBBON, BOUTONNIERE, LAPEL PIN, LAVALIER

• Cocktails: COSMOPOLITAN, GREYHOUND, SCREWDRIVER, SEA BREEZE

• Pixar protagonists: CLOWNFISH, GRUMPY OLD MAN, RACECAR, TALKING DOLL

• Starting with synonyms for "Eat": BOLT CUTTER, CHOW MEIN, SCARF RING, WOLF EEL

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you work a 9 to 5.

Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

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By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.

If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.

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The words are related to work.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe work terms.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Corporate Speak.

NYT Strands word list for November 21

• Liaise

• Disrupt

• Align

• Corporate Speak

• Ideate

• Scale

• Pivot

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Strands.

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're good with words.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for November 21, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A, E, I, O, U.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter V.

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Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

VOWEL

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

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To avoid.

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AVERT

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A steep overhang.

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CLIFF

Hurdle Word 3 hint

An email service.

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YAHOO

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Chaos.

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HAVOC

Final Hurdle hint

A peak.

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CREST

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Sleep trackers — wearable devices that monitor all your vitals — provide detailed summaries of your sleep cycle so you know how many hours of REM, deep, and light sleep you're getting. Most fitness trackers come equipped with sleep tracking these days, but choosing the best from that bunch is not as straightforward. These days, sleep trackers come in all shapes and sizes, and fortunately, our experts here at Mashable have tested them all.

Plus, with Black Friday 2025, we expect to see our favorite sleep trackers on sale. If your sleepmaxxing routine of magnesium supplements and pillow sprays isn't cutting it, here are the best sleep trackers of 2025.

Black Friday brings amazing deals on the strongest robot vacuums

The stronger the robot vacuum, the more expensive — that's the general rule that can make it tricky to find a robot vacuum that actually works on pet hair and a robot vacuum that actually works for your budget. Black Friday has the power to make those ultra-premium robot vacuums, including the best robot vacuum mop combos, significantly more affordable.

As many robot vacuum brands gear up to release their new models for the year in January, top vacuums from the past year tend to hit new record-low prices in the last half of November (and we're keeping track of the best robot vacuum deals as they drop). Suddenly, a robot vacuum with 20,000 Pa of suction power is the same price as the model with 10,000 Pa that you were eyeing a few weeks ago. Maybe a built-in livestream pet camera isn't just a dream feature anymore.

How to find a robot vacuum that works on pet hair

You've probably gathered that suction power is one major determinant of how well a robot vacuum works on pet hair. But the brush roll system is nearly just as important when choosing a robot vacuum to deal with pet fur. Two spinning brush rolls are far more effective than one at loosening fur embedded in carpet, and the separation between the two acts as an exit door for hair that'd start wrapping otherwise. Pet parents should definitely opt for a self-emptying robot vacuum — so much fur being sucked up will lead to a full dustbin faster, and you won't feel like emptying it yourself every day.

If hardwood or tile is prevalent in your home, the best robot vacuum and mop combo for pet hair will be able to sanitize the floor while mopping and then wash its own mops to rinse off any lingering hair

If your home zoo seriously needs the utmost fur-fighting power, though, I'd have a good cordless stick vacuum on standby — stick vacuums are just more powerful than robot vacuums in general.

Other robot vacuums we've tested recently

I tested several other top robot vacuums in the past that didn't make the most recent cut for this list. Some, like the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra, Roborock Qrevo Master, Narwal Freo X Ultra, and various versions of the Roomba j7, were my top recommendations at one point, but have since been overshadowed by newer, more powerful models that are a better bang for your buck. I recently tested and was impressed by the Roomba Plus 505 Combo, which isn't in this list just because its more powerful sibling is the obvious pick for pet parents.

I've also tested some 2025 robot vacuum releases that were OK, but ultimately aren't a top pick for me. The Dreame X50 Ultra grabbed attention during its CES 2025 debut for its ability to "climb," though the fine print is that it can't scale thresholds taller than 6 millimeters (about 2.36 inches). A slew of new Dreame robot vacuums are slated to come out in fall 2025, among them a model with improved climbing abilities and a model whose self-empty dock can hold three sets of mopping pads. I'll be getting my hands on these as soon as possible and updating my top picks for this list accordingly.

Once upon a time, Americans lined up in droves outside Walmarts and Targets, still full from Thanksgiving dinner, so they could be first in the door. Thankfully, these frenzied Black Friday free-for-alls are a relic of a bygone era. Now, not only can you order all of the best Black Friday deals online, but for the past few years, retailers have also been launching their Black Friday sales weeks in advance of Thanksgiving.

Case in point: Amazon and Best Buy officially launched their Black Friday sales on Thursday. So, ready or not, Black Friday is already here. You can tell because Mashable is once again working around the clock to bring you live updates on all of the latest sales, standout deals, price drops, and inventory updates. Already, we've spied record discounts on flagship noise-cancelling headphones, Apple laptops and tablets, Dyson appliances, and some of the year's most popular tech gifts.

Check out the top early deals so far, and keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest live updates and news from the Mashable shopping team.

Top Black Friday Deals at a glance: The best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (1st Gen) $299 (save $130) Get Deal Best Earuds Deal Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 (save $100) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best TV Under $1,000 Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV $897.99 (save $300) Get Deal Best TV Under $500 Samsung 65-inch QN65 4K QLED Smart TV 2025 $448 (save $151.99) Get Deal Best Amazon Device Deal New Amazon Echo Dot Max $89.99 (save $10) Get Deal Best Apple laptop deal 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4) $749 (save $250) Get Deal Best Beauty Deal Dyson Supersonic with three attachments $299.99 (save $150) Get Deal Stocking Stuffer Deal Orastone Electric Hand Warmers $17.99 (save $12) Get Deal Best Lego Deal Lego Wicked Welcome to Emerald City Building Set $79.95 (save $20.04) Get Deal

Remember: Black Friday 2025 takes place on Friday, Nov. 28, and is quickly followed by Cyber Week, which starts on Monday, Dec. 1. However, you can already shop plenty of sales at all the major online retailers. If you want to be the first to know when new sales go online, then keep checking back as we provide live updates on the shopping festivities.

Best Buy's best early Black Friday deals at a glance: Best TV deal Hisense 50-inch QD6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV $199.99 (save $130) Get Deal Best laptop deal HP Victus 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $549.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) $249 (save $50) Get Deal Best Headphones Deal Apple AirPods Max Headphones (USB-C) $429.99 (save $120) Get Deal Best portable speaker deal JBL Charge 6 $129.95 (save $70) Get Deal Best fitness tracker deal Garmin Venu Sq 2 (GPS, 40mm) $149.99 (save $100) Get Deal Best vacuum deal Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni C20 $349.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best kitchen deal De'Longhi Classic Espresso Machine $149.95 (save $80) Get Deal

Best Buy started offering Black Friday deals earlier than everyone else (on Halloween — scary!), but it's not the only retailer in Black Friday mode anymore. Most major retailers' early holiday discounts are now live, making the competition pretty ferocious.

After spending way too long combing through Best Buy's virtual shelves and cross-checking its prices, I can tell you that many of its Black Friday deals are being one-upped elsewhere. Samsung Galaxy smartwatches, Sony portable speakers, several LG, TCL, and Samsung 4K TVs, and other gadgets carrying a "Black Friday deal" badge are anywhere from $1.99 to $70 cheaper at other retailers. (Amazon is the biggest culprit, as per usual.)

However, Best Buy is also matching prices on a ton of in-demand products, including Apple laptops, Garmin fitness trackers, gaming laptops, and OLED TVs. Since most people don't have the bandwidth to do the same research as a professional shopping reporter, I've compiled a list of the very best early Black Friday deals at Best Buy. I've only included deals that aren't cheaper anywhere else.

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Why shop at Best Buy over Amazon, Target, or Walmart this holiday season? For one thing, it carries lots of TVs and laptops that other major retailers don't stock (on sale or not). Best Buy is also giving away bonus rewards to paid My Best Buy members who drop a certain amount of money on select products. (Spend at least $299 on a smartwatch, for example, and you'll get $30 to spend on a future purchase.) Finally, it's running some limited-time doorbusters every weekend through Christmas, which typically involve discounts of well over 50% on popular products.

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $649 at Best Buy
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

"Students, professionals, and bargain hunters looking for a super-affordable MacBook should strongly consider opting for this older-generation M2-powered Apple laptop. Yes, if you can spend just $100 more, you can grab the new M4 MacBook Air for $749 instead. But every dollar counts, and this is still a perfectly capable laptop with 16GB of RAM. I know professional video editors still working on the M2 chip (on a MacBook Pro, of course)." — Timothy Beck Werth, Tech Editor

More AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 — $79.99 $129 (save $49.01)

• Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) — $429.99 $549 (save $119.01)

MacBook deals

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD), Geek Squad Certified Refurbished — $569.99 $849 (save $279.01)

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $749 $999 (save $250)

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $949 $1,199 (save $250)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM 512GB SSD) — $1,749 $1,999 (save $250)

iPad deals

• Apple iPad, 10.2-inch (A10 Fusion, WiFi, 32GB), Geek Squad Certified Refurbished — $99.99 $239.99 (save $230)

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $279 $349 (save $70)

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 50-inch QD6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV $199.99 at Best Buy
$329.99 Save $130   Get Deal Why we like it

QLED TVs are brighter than your standard LED displays (but not as expensive as high-contrast OLED TVs). Mashable's Leah Stodart thinks they're "ideal for people whose TV usage happens mostly in the daytime, especially watching sports." Best Buy has this 50-inch Hisense model marked down to just $200 as a Black Friday deal, beating its October Prime Day offer by nearly $40. It's currently sold out on Amazon.

43-inch TV deals

• Toshiba 43-inch C350 Series 4K Fire TV — $129.99 $299.99 (save $170)

• TCL 43-inch F35 Series 4K Fire TV — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• Hisense 43-inch QD6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV — $169.99 $299.99 (save $130)

• LG 43-inch UA77 Series AI 4K TV — $229.99 $329.99 (save $100)

50 and 55-inch TV deals

• Insignia 50-inch F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $169.99 $299.99 (save $130)

• TCL 50-inch Q5-Series 4K QLED Fire TV — $179.99 $249.99 (save $70)

• TCL 50-inch QM5K Series 4K QD-Mini LED TV — $279.99 $649.99 (save $370)

• Hisense 55-inch QD6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV — $229.99 $379.99 (save $150)

• Roku 55-inch 4K Smart RokuTV — $249.99 $329.99 (save $80)

• LG 55-inch UA77 Series AI 4K TV — $279.99 $399.99 (save $120)

• TCL 55-inch QM5K Series 4K QD-Mini LED Smart TV — $329.99 $699.99 (save $370)

• Samsung 55-inch Q8F Series QLED 4K TV — $599.99 $749.99 (save $150)

• Samsung 55-inch S90F Series OLED 4K TV — $1,199.99 $1,799.99 (save $600)

65-inch TV deals

• Hisense 65-inch A6 4K Fire TV — $269.99 $479.99 (save $210)

• Insignia 65-inch F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $279.99 $449.99 (save $170)

• Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV — $299.99 $499.99 (save $200)

• LG 65-inch UA77 Series AI 4K TV — $379.99 $499.99 (save $120)

• LG 65-inch 70A Series QNED AI 4K TV — $449.99 $579.99 (save $130)

• Hisense 55-inch S7 Series CanvasTV 4K QLED TV — $649.99 $999.99 (save $350)

• Samsung 65-inch Q8F Series QLED 4K TV — $699.99 $999.99 (save $300)

• Samsung 65-inch S84F Series OLED 4K TV — $899.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,100)

• Samsung 65-inch LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV — $999.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,000)

• Samsung 65-inch S90F Series OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)

70- and 75-inch TV deals

• Insignia 70-inch F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $299.99 $499.99 (save $200)

• Samsung 70-inch U7900 Series 4K TV — $399.99 $569.99 (save $170)

• Insignia 75-inch F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $379.99 $529.99 (save $220)

• Hisense 75-inch QD6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV — $379.99 $699.99 (save $320)

• Toshiba 75-inch M550 Series QLED 4K Fire TV — $399.99 $779.99 (save $380)

• Samsung 75-inch Q6F Series QLED 4K TV — $599.99 $899.99 (save $300)

• TCL 75-inch QM5K Series 4K QD-Mini LED TV — $599.99 $1,199.99 (save $600)

• Samsung 75-inch QN90F Series Neo QLED Mini LED 4K TV — $1,799.99 $2,999.99 (save $1,200)

Deals on 77-inch TVs and bigger

• LG 77-inch B5 Series OLED AI 4K TV — $1,499.99 $2,999.99 (save $1,500)

• Samsung 77-inch S90F Series OLED 4K TV — $1,999.99 $3,499.99 (save $1,500)

• TCL 85-inch Q5K Series 4K QLED TV — $699.99 $1,199.99 (save $500)

• Samsung 85-inch U8000F Series 4K TV — $799.99 $1,199.99 (save $400)

• Samsung 85-inch QN90F Series Neo QLED Mini LED 4K TV — $2,299.99 $4,499.99 (save $2,200)

• TCL 98-inch Q55K Series 4K QLED TV — $999.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,500)

Best Windows laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: HP HP Victus 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $549.99 at Best Buy
$899.99 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

"This HP gaming laptop doesn't have everything we look for in a gaming laptop, and it might struggle to play extremely intensive games at the highest graphics settings. So, think of this as a starter gaming laptop. If you're looking for a gaming laptop to put under the tree and don't want to spend $1,500 or more, this AMD Ryzen 7-powered device has a lot to offer, including a 15.6-inch full HD display with a 144Hz refresh rate." — Timothy Beck Werth, Tech Editor

More Windows laptop deals

• Asus Vivobook 14 (Intel Core 5 120U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $279.99 $529.99 (save $250)

• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $399.99 $629.99 (save $230)

• Asus Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $549.99 $999.99 (save $450)

• Samsung Galaxy Book5 (Intel Core Ultra 7 255U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $599.99 $999.99 (save $400)

• Dell 16 Plus (AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $749.99 $1,099.99 (save $350)

• Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro (Intel Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $999.99 $1,349.99 (save $350)

• LG gram 17 (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $999.99 $1,699.99 (save $700)

2-in-1 laptop deals

• HP OmniBook X Flip 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 5 340, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $429.99 $849.99 (save $420)

• Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 (Intel Core Ultra 7 155U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $629.99 $1,049.99 (save $420)

Gaming laptop deals

• HP Victus 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $549.99 $899.99 (save $350)

• HP Omen 16 (AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,149.99 $1,579.99 (save $430)

• Asus TUF Gaming A16 (AMD Ryzen 9 270, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,199.99 $1,699.99 (save $500)

• HP Omen Transcend 14 (Intel Core Ultra 7 255H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,199.99 $1,829.99 (save $630)

• Alienware 16X Aurora (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,299.99 $1,799.99 (save $500)

• Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (AMD Ryzen 9 270, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,299.99 $1,799.99 (save $500)

• Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,179.99 $2,629.99 (save $450)

• HP Omen Max 16 (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $2,599.99 $3,159.99 (save $560)

Best earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) $249 at Best Buy
$299 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

The second-generation QC Ultra are the best noise-cancelling earbuds we've tried. "As a premium option, you'd be hard-pressed to find earbuds with a better combination of comfort and noise cancellation," wrote lead shopping reporter Bethany Allard, our reviewer. Best Buy's Black Friday deal of $249 (or $50 off) matches their record-low price on Amazon. Take your pick from five colors.

More earbuds deals

• JLab Go Pods ANC — $20.99 $29.99 (save $9)

• JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 — $59.99 $99.99 (save $40)

• JLab Epic Lab Edition — $99.99 $199.99 (save $100)

• Bose Ultra Open Earbuds — $199 $299 (save $100)

Best portable speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $129.95 at Best Buy
$199.95 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

The new JBL Charge 6 is our favorite Bluetooth speaker for most people: It's "big enough to produce sound that will fill an outdoor party, yet still small enough to live on your bookshelf," our experts said. It can also charge smartphones, headphones, and other devices via USB-C — very handy. Best Buy, Amazon, and the JBL website all had it on sale for $129.95 at the time of writing (or $70 off). That appears to be an all-time low.

More portable speaker deals

• JBL Flip 7 — $109.95 $149.95 (save $40)

• Bose SoundLink Plus — $229 $269 (save $40)

Best fitness tracker deal

My Best Buy Plus and Total members get a $30 bonus reward for spending $299 or more on smartwatches and accessories.

Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch $199.99 at Best Buy
$249.99 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

"This watch is only available at Amazon from an unknown third-party store, but Best Buy has it on sale for $50 off the usual retail price. Garmin makes some of the best fitness trackers for running, as we recently learned while testing trackers for the NYC Marathon." — Timothy Beck Werth, Tech Editor

More fitness tracker deals

• Fitbit Inspire 3 Health & Fitness Tracker — $69.95 $99.95 (save $30)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch7 (40mm) — $129.99 $249.99 (save $120)

• Whoop 5.0 One Fitness Tracker — $179 $199 (save $20)

• Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS+Cellular, 49mm) — $599 $799 (save $200)

• Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED GPS Smartwatch (47 mm) — $749.99 $999.99 (save $250)

Best vacuum deal

My Best Buy Plus and Total members get a $15 bonus reward for every $50 spent on floor care (up to $75).

Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni C20 $349.99 at Best Buy
$699.99 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

The Omni C20 is a do-it-all robot vacuum that can also mop, empty itself, and wash and dry its mop pads. It offers 7,000 Pa of suction power, making it only a hair less powerful than the Eufy 10X Pro Omni, our favorite budget self-washing and drying robovac (which retails for $150 more). Best Buy and Amazon both have it on sale for $350, reviving its record-low price from October Prime Day.

Best kitchen deal

My Best Buy Plus and Total members get a $15 bonus reward for every $125 spent on small kitchen appliances (up to $75).

Opens in a new window Credit: De'Longhi De'Longhi Classic Espresso Machine $149.95 at Best Buy
$229.95 Save $80   Get Deal Why we like it

De'Longhi's entry-level espresso machine has 15 bars of pressure and a built-in frother with two steam settings (one for heating milk and another for making latte art). In the cheapest Black Friday espresso machine deal I've encountered so far, it's on sale for just $150 at Best Buy, as well as on Amazon, Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, Macy's, and DeLonghi's website. It last hit that price in July.

More kitchen deals

• GE Profile Opal 2.0 Ultra Nugget Ice Maker — $399 $579.99 (save $180.99)

• De'Longhi Magnifica Plus Automatic Espresso Machine — $999.95 $1,299.95 (save $300)

• De'Longhi Eletta Explore Espresso Machine — $1,499.95 $1,999.95 (save $500)

Android users are now getting a major injection of AI in their Google Messages app.

Last week, Google announced a number of Android updates, including a major new Pixel feature drop. Among the many new features announced for Pixel phones was a major AI-related one: the popular AI image editor Nano Banana will be integrated directly into Google Messages via a new feature called Remix.

Nano Banana is Google's latest AI image generation and editing model. AI aficionados have raved about Nano Banana, and it's widely considered the best AI image editor available right now.

Google knows it has a hit on its hands, and the company has been integrating Nano Banana into a variety of other Google products, including Google Lens and Circle to Search. Now, Remix will allow Pixel owners to edit or remake any photo using Nano Banana from within Google Messages. 

This week, the Remix feature began rolling out to all Pixel users – and the Remix feature will soon come to all Android devices as well.

The new Remix feature on Android Credit: Google

All users have to do is press the Remix button on any photo within Google Messages and then provide any prompt they want in the text box that appears. Google provides some “Suggested ideas” in Remix, such as “Make a custom mini figure” or “Make a photo look like instant film” to give users a starting point for what's possible. From there, Nano Banana takes over and generates the image. (According to Google, there is a “daily limit of image generations per user.”)

Remix basically turns Google Messages from strictly a messaging app into a content creation tool. It's easy to see how Remix can spark memes and other viral media as users simply need to type what they want to generate an image that they otherwise would've had to create in a dedicated image creation or editing app.

In that same vein, if you're not a fan of "AI slop," now you'll know why so many friends and family members with Android phones are suddenly sending you so many AI-altered images.

Best noise-cancelling headphones and earbuds on sale: Best Flagship Headphones Deal Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise-Canceling Headphones $398 (save $61.99) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbus (2nd Gen) $249 (Save $50) Get Deal Past-Gen Sony Headphones Deal Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $248 (Save $151.99) Get Deal Best for Audiophiles Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Over-Ear Headphones $515 (save $184) Get Deal Best Apple Deal Apple AirPods Max Headphones (USB-C) $429.99 (save $120) Get Deal Best Sports Earbuds Deal Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Sports Earbuds $199.95 (save $49.05) Get Deal

As Mashable's tech editor, I've covered a lot of cool headphone launches this year. The long-awaited Sony XM6 headphones finally came out this year, and we also got new flagship headphones from Nothing, Bowers & Wilkins, Bose, and Beats. If you need a new pair of noise-cancelling headphones, the Black Friday season is the best possible time to buy. All of the headphones I mentioned are currently sitting at record prices — all of them.

However, you won't find all of them in this guide, as not every Black Friday headphones deal is worth shopping. I've gathered the biggest discounts on the noise-cancelling headphones I'd actually recommend buying, whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for Christmas gifts for techies.

Some of the best Black Friday noise-cancelling headphones deals have already earned a spot in our guide to the top deals. From audiophile-worthy headphones from Bowers & Wilkins to the latest Bose wireless earbuds, you'll find the best of the best here.

Best noise-cancelling headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 $248 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $151.99   Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Sony WH-1000XM5.

I tested Sony's legendary XM5 headphones against the newer version, the XM6. And they're far more alike than different. Unless you're a picky audiophile, I think most people should opt for the XM5 model while it's on sale. These headphones have never been priced this low, and they still have all the features you really need: excellent audio quality, best-in-class active noise-cancellation, and an easy-to-use app to adjust EQ settings.

More noise-cancelling headphones deals

• JBL Tune 770NC — $79.95 $149.95 (save $70)

• Sennheiser Accentum — $99.95 $189.95 (save $90)

• Beats Solo 4 — $129.99 $199.95 (save $69.96)

• Bose QuietComfort headphones — $199 $349 (save $150)

• Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e — $270.02 $399 (save $128.98)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra (1st Gen) — $298 $429 (save $131)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise-Canceling Headphones — $398 $459.99 (save $61.99)

• Apple AirPods Max Headphones (USB-C) — $429.99 $549.99 (save $120)

• Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Over-Ear Headphones — $515 $699 (save $184)

Best noise-cancelling earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds $249 at Amazon
$299 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) earbuds.

The second-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are the best noise-cancelling earbuds of 2025, full stop. The only buds that really come close? The first-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds, which I'm wearing as I write this sentence. These earbuds are supremely comfortable, and they let you slip into a cone of silence on demand.

More noise-cancelling earbuds deals

• Amazon Echo Buds — $34.95 $119.99 (save $85.04)

• JBL Tune Flex — $39.95 $99.95 (save $60)

• Anker Soundcore Space A40 earbuds — $42.74 $79.99 (save $37.25)

• Beats Studio Buds — $99.94 $149.95 (save $50.01)

• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $129 $179 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro — $159.99 $249.99 (save $85.04)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $168.99 $229 (save $60.01)

• Sony WF-1000XM5 — $228 $289.52 (save $61.52)

• Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Sports Earbuds — $199.95 $249 (save $49.05)

Mashable contributor Matt Ford also assisted with this guide.

Another Black Friday shopping season is upon us. Amazon's event kicked off a week before Thanksgiving this year, on Nov. 20, and runs through Cyber Monday on Dec. 1.

With new deals dropping constantly, shopping can get pretty overwhelming. We know all too well that it's easy to get caught up in the sales, indulge in some impulse purchasing, and experience a little buyer's remorse. No judgment.

As with every major Amazon sale, deals started popping off ahead of the official event kickoff, and there are lots more to come. If you run into some questions or concerns during your shopping journey — from classic cases of buyer's remorse to damaged packages to Prime membership questions — it's good to know that you can actually speak to customer service.

SEE ALSO: How to cancel your Amazon Prime membership

Since contacting Amazon can be tricky at times, here are all the ways you can get in touch with customer service for a smoother online shopping experience before, during, and after the holiday shopping season:

Amazon customer service help page

This is probably the most common and easiest way to look for answers to common queries, such as those about Amazon’s return policies or information about international shipping. The page contains a whole library of questions that users can get answers to, including how to track packages, cancel orders, or start a return. Your most recent purchases will pop up at the top of the page for easy navigation.

To access Amazon’s Customer Service Help Page, go to the website landing page and click on "Customer Service" in the top left of the screen. 

Amazon customer service email

Sometimes customer queries need to be worked through on a case-by-case basis, and the answers on the official website need to be more specific to offer any help to shoppers. In these cases, users can email cs-reply@amazon.com and explain their issues. Remember that contacting Amazon’s customer service via email might not be the best solution if you have an urgent question regarding your purchases, since customers are unlikely to get a prompt response.

Amazon customer service phone number

Need a quicker reply? Call Amazon at 1-888-280-4331. When customers call this number, a bot picks up the phone and eventually connects them to Amazon staff, depending on the type of query that needs to be answered. It’s important to note that customers should have a cell phone number connected to their Amazon account. Customers must enter verification codes that will be messaged to their linked contact information before using this service. In other words, things can get a bit tricky if you're sharing an account with someone else.

Amazon online chat service

Real-time chatting with Amazon representatives is the most convenient way to get all your questions answered. To use the live chat feature, return to the Customer Service help page and click on "Help with something else." When the list pops up underneath, choose "something else" once again. Another page opens with a list of more help options. Select "I need help with something else."

Now you've officially entered the chat. Type "Talk to associate" in the chat box. Amazon's messaging assistant might prompt you to give more info on your issue, which you can, but if you'd rather get to a real person ASAP, you can select "I need more help" from the pre-written responses.

From there, you can choose if you’d prefer to talk via chat or call. If you're looking for immediate help with a Prime Day purchase — be it due to buyer's remorse, a damaged package, an address change, etc. — this is your best bet to get your needs met.

For simple questions, Amazon also launched a new AI chat feature last year called "Rufus," which can help customers solve some problems and make more informed purchase decisions.

Contact Amazon via social media

If your questions aren’t that urgent, you can contact Amazon Customer Service at @amazonhelp on X, @amazon on Instagram, and www.facebook.com/Amazon on Facebook.

TL;DR: Streamlining your scanning process with this lifetime subscription to the iScanner App, now just $39.99 (reg. $199.90).

Opens in a new window Credit: iScanner iScanner App: Lifetime Subscription $39.99
$199.90 Save $159.91   Get Deal

It’s 2025, are you still using an archaic machine to scan your documents? If so, there’s now an app for that. The iScanner App lets you digitize documents in just a few taps, as it turns your iPhone or iPad into a scanning machine.

Right now, you can score a lifetime subscription to the iScanner App for only $39.99 (reg. $199.90).

SEE ALSO: This app turns your smartphone into a scanner and PDF editor for life, and right now it’s 70% off

You never know when you’ll need a scanner. These days, it’s a lot more often than you think. iScanner App lets you scan things right from your iPhone or iPad, making it a whole lot easier than the scanners of yesteryear.

With the iScanner App, just point your device’s camera at the page you need to scan. The app takes over from there, with AI-powered features that automatically detect and adjust the borders of your document so there are no curves or distortions.

Once you’ve scanned, you can also improve your document with editing tools like color correction and noise-removing features. iScanner also doubles as a document manager, allowing you to organize files with convenient drag-and-drop functionality and sort them into folders.

Aside from scanning your documents and keeping them organized, iScanner can also help you edit PDFs, allowing you to sign, add text, auto-fill documents, and more. The app can also help you solve math problems and translate text in up to 20 different languages if needed.

Make document scanning a breeze with this lifetime subscription to the iScanner App, now just $39.99 (reg. $199.90).

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Best early Black Friday headphones and earbuds deals Best noise-cancelling headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra $298 (save $131) Get Deal Best noise-cancelling earbuds deal Bose QuietComfort earbuds $129 (save $50) Get Deal Best deal under $100 Sony WH-CH720N $89.99 (save $90) Get Deal

I pretty much spend every day I'm at work testing out headphones and earbuds, which means I've become well-versed in which headphones are actually worth your money.

This year has been an especially noteworthy year for headphones, with flagship releases from Sony, Bose, and Bowers & Wilkins. Flagship headphones are often the ones that get recommended on best of lists — ours included — but considering the new norm for a starting price is $449, they're not exactly the most affordable choice out there. Enter: early Black Friday deals, when tech deals abound.

SEE ALSO: Mashable will send the best Black Friday deals directly to your phone — how it works

As of Nov. 20, I've spotted seven especially noteworthy headphones and earbuds on sale — all of which Mashable has recommended in some capacity. As we approach Black Friday proper on Nov. 28, I expect more deals to go on sale. But for the time being, here are the best headphones and earbuds deals ahead of Black Friday.

One of the most comfortable pairs of noise-cancelling headphones Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $298 at Amazon
$429 Save $131   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Walmart

The first time I put the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones on, I knew they were the most comfortable headphones I'd ever worn (Mashable's Samantha Mangino had a similar experience). That belief became even firmer over years of use (and testing them against new competitors). Although the new second-generation headphones feel ever so slightly more comfortable, the originals still hold up.

SEE ALSO: We tested every pair of Bose headphones and earbuds. We found 5 we love, and 1 to buy on sale.

On sale for $298, they're a much better value than the $449 second-gen Ultras. Their main quirks include no passive playback and the occasional difficulty pairing to more than one device. However, when I compared them directly against their newer counterpart, I found the ANC and sound to be very similar, making it easy to recommend grabbing these over the second gens if they happen to go on sale.

Bose's latest flagship headphones Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones (2nd gen) $399 at Amazon
$449 Save $50   Get Deal at Amazon

While the QC Ultras are one of the most comfortable pairs of headphones out there, the second generation QuietComfort Ultra headphones take the top spot. They also come with some nice quality of life upgrades, including a 30 hour battery life, passive playback support, lossless audio support with the USB-C cable, and a nice upgrade to their design with new colorways and a shiny metal accent. They're maybe not upgrade-worthy if you already own the first gen headphones, but if it's your first foray into the QC Ultra line, grabbing these headphones for their price drop drop ever (and a pretty solid one at that), is a smart buy.

Sony headphones that sound incredible Sony WH-1000XM5 $248 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $151.99   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Amazon

The thing about Sony flagship headphones is that they're going to sound incredible. With the release of the XM6s, the WH-1000XM5 headphones are the former flagship headphones, but their sound profile remains one of the best in the game. I particularly like the "find your equalizer" feature that guides the less audiophile inclined among us through the process of finding their perfect custom EQ sound, which really helps these headphones shine. More generally speaking, when I tested the XM6s and XM5s head-to-head, I didn't find any huge discrepancies in performance. Plus, the XM6s got a $50 price bump to their list price, meaning that even if they were to get a $50 price drop over Black Friday (a markdown we've only spotted once before), they'll still be $150 more than the XM5s at this price point.

Mid-range headphones for under $100 Sony WH-CH720N $89.99 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $90.00   See It at Amazon

Noise-cancelling headphones with great sound quality from a reputable brand don't need to cost several hundred dollars, and the Sony WH-CH720N are proof of exactly that. Mashable named them Sony's best headphones under $100, with Mashable contributor Alex Bracetti singing their praises after two years of use. He deemed their sound quality "near flagship" level, and was impressed by the 35 hours of battery life with ANC on, which beats out the current flagship models of both Bose and Sony.

Though you can often find them on sale for $98 (a feat on its own, considering their $179.99 list price), it's slightly less common to find them on sale for $89.99, making this a great deal ahead of Black Friday. As an added bonus, the pink colorway is more unique than you might find from other budget headphones options under $100.

The best sounding open earbuds Bose Ultra Open earbuds $199 at Amazon
$299 Save $100   Get Deal at Amazon

Open earbuds are great if you prefer staying somewhat aware of the world around you, but in my experience, that can come in the form of less-than-stellar sound quality. In the case of the Bose Ultra Open earbuds, you get the best of both worlds. I suspect that's a large part of the reason behind their $299 price tag (which feels more appropriate for noise-cancelling earbuds). That's why I recommend them as an upgrade pick for open earbuds, and why I'm an especially big fan of this $100 off deal. In addition to their surprisingly rich sound, I especially like their small charging case, smartly placed on-ear controls, comfortable clip-on design, and many options for colorways.

Excellent mid-range noise-cancelling earbuds Bose QuietComfort earbuds $129 at Amazon
$179 Save $50   Get Deal at Amazon

Rounding out my picks is maybe the most underrated Bose product — the QuietComfort earbuds. Though their design isn't the most elegant, that's pretty much where their underwhelming features end. For starters, these earbuds have incredible battery life — in my weeks of testing them, I rarely had to charge them, and easily squeezed in a five-hour day of use, with ANC on and battery life to spare.

Sound and noise-cancellation-wise, they don't wow quite as much as the QC Ultra earbuds, but they're also significantly cheaper, even at full price. For their $129 sale price, they're less than half the price of the premium earbuds, and I promise, their performance doesn't reflect that. If I had to put a number to it, I'd say there's more of a $50 to $75 performance discrepancy between the two earbuds, which is why we've named these the best mid-budget earbuds currently on the market. Though we've seen them drop to $129 before, it is their lowest price ever, making this a great grab ahead of Black Friday.

A budget-friendly favorite JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones $39.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal at Amazon

Don't sleep on over-ear noise-cancelling headphones under $80, especially if they're the JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones. Impressively, these headphones are down to a whopping $39.99 just over a week ahead of Black Friday. The low price point doesn't indicate a huge lack of quality, though. These headphones are a great pick for students, thanks to the well-padded design that makes them great for all-day wear (Mashable's Haley Henschel says she wears them comfortably for hours at a time), solid sound quality, and excellent battery life. The ANC isn't anything to scoff at, either.

We're still a week away from Black Friday 2025, but the big box stores don't wait for Thanksgiving to host Black Friday anymore, and the deals are already rolling in. This year, Target launched its holiday savings on Nov. 6, with early deals on holiday decor and toys. And if you're looking for doorbusters and massive discounts, Target has also marked down plenty of TVs, kitchen appliances, noise-cancelling headphones, and perks for buying gift cards.

Beyond their early deals, the next major phase of their Black Friday sale will take place from Sunday, Nov. 23, to Saturday, Nov. 29, in stores, online, and in the Target app. (Target stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, and open again on Black Friday at 6 a.m. local time). The retailer will be dropping even more deals from Nov. 27 to Nov. 29, with Target Circle 360 members getting special early access to select deals.

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Until the 23rd, we're rounding up the best early Black Friday Target deals. You'll find savings up to 50% and markdowns on all your favorite brands, including Bose, Samsung, Garmin, Keurig, Apple, and TCL. We're also checking the weekly Target ads for more opportunities to hit the savings bullseye.

If you're eager to get your Christmas shopping done early, here are the best early Black Friday deals at Target.

Best Target headphone deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $199.99 at Target
$299.99 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

Bose's Ultra Open earbuds are a different type of headphone. They clip onto your ear and deliver sound without blocking the ear canal. They're prime earbuds if you're looking for workout headphones that prioritize transparency and safety. Normally, they're an expensive pair of earbuds with a list price of $299.99, but ahead of Black Friday, they're down to $199.99, saving you 33% and delivering $100 in savings.

Read our full review of the Bose Ultra Open earbuds.

More headphone deals at Target Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 active noise-cancelling headphones $249.99
$399.99 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Tune 520BT headphones $29.99 at Target
$59.99 Save $30.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shokz Shokz OpenRun Pro bone conduction headphones $124.95 at Target
$159.99 Save $35.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds $229.99 at Target
$329.99 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) $249.99
$299.99 Save $50 New release Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones $149.99 at Target
$199.99 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo Buds $69.99 at Target
$79.99 Save $10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-CH720N noise-cancelling headphones $99.99
$179.99 Save $80.00 Mashable editor's pick Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-canceling headphones $429.99 at Target
$459.99 Save $30   Get Deal Best TV and streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch Q6 Series QLED 4K Smart TV $279.99 at Target
$449.99 Save $170   Get Deal Why we like it

When you think of Black Friday, you think of folks busting down doors and elbowing past each other to go for the TVs. That's why they call them doorbuster deals. Even with Black Friday still weeks away, we're spotting multiple great deals on TVs, but the best one is on the TCL 55-inch Q6 Series QLED 4K Smart TV. It's now 38% off, bringing it down to $279.99, a wild price for a QLED TV of this size. It delivers 4K Ultra HD and a true QLED display.

More Target Black Friday TV deals Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED Art TV (2025) $899.99 at Target
$1,199.99 Save $300 Mashable editor's pick Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch NXTVISION Smart Frame QLED 4K Smart TV $999.99 at Target
$1,399.99 Save $400   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch Q8F QLED 4K Smart TV $699.99 at Target
$899.99 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch UHD LED 4K AI TV $289.99 at Target
$379.99 Save $90   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch Evo C5 Series OLED 4K Smart TV $1,196.99 at Target
$1,399.99 Save $203 Mashable's editor's pick Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 50-inch Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV $259.99 at Target
$299.99 Save $40   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 50-inch Select Series HDR 4K Smart TV $259.99 at Target
$279.99 Save $20   Get Deal Target Black Friday deals on streaming devices Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $21.99 at Target
$39.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick Plus 4K $29.99 at Target
$39.99 Save $10.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick 4K $34.99 at Target
$49.99 Save $15   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $17.99 at Target
$34.99 Save $17.00   Get Deal Best tablet deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet $69.99 at Target
$139.99 Save $70.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Right now, the best early Black Friday tablet deals at Target are on Amazon's Fire tablet. The best savings you can find are on the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet, which is down to $69.99. That gives you 50% off and $70 in savings. Amazon does discount its Fire Tablets during Black Friday, but if you're a Target Circle member (or just a big fan of the brand), this is a solid discount.

More Target Black Friday deals on tablets Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet $54.99 at Target
$99.99 Save $45.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ tablet $149.99 at Target
$219.99 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet $44.99 at Target
$99.99 Save $55.00 Costs $5 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet $139.99 at Target
$229.99 Save $90 Costs $50 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet $64.99
$139.99 Save $75.00   Get Deal Best speaker deals Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $129.99 at Target
$199.99 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

Our favorite Bluetooth speaker is the JBL Charge 6. This portable, phone-charging speaker offers big, powerful, and portable sound. It has long battery life, impressive clarity, and can even be paired with other JBL speakers with Auracast. Our testers have also found that JBL speakers offer sound just as good, and often much better, than more expensive speakers from brands like Sonos and Bose. Ahead of Black Friday, this popular speaker $70 off at Target and down to $129.99, saving you 35% off.

More speaker deals Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose SoundLink Plus portable Bluetooth speaker $229.99 at Target
$269.99 Save $40 Mashable editor's pick Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kids Echo Dot $34.99 at Target
$59.99 Save $25   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Pill portable speaker $129.99 at Target
$149.99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Flip 7 $109.99 at Target
$149.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal Best smartwatch and fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Venu Sq 2 $149.99 at Target
$249.99 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

Getting ready for a race? If you want to maximize your training, then a smartwatch or fitness tracker can help you out. Garmin makes some of our favorite devices if you want a smartwatch and fitness tracker in one, working with both Android and Apple devices. Leading up to Black Friday, the Garmin Venu Sq 2 is 40% off at Target, now down to $149.99. That saves you $100 off its $249.99 list price.

More smartwatch and fitness tracker deals Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 $149.99 at Target
$249.99 Save $100 Almost sold out! Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Vivoactive 5 smartwatch $199.99 at Target
$249.99 Save $50   Get Deal Best kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: PowerXL PowerXL Vortex Pro Air Fryer $59.99 at Target
$119.99 Save $60.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Air fryers have earned their place as a kitchen essential in recent years. They're less of a hassle than the oven and get food hot and crispy fast. The PowerXL Vortex Pro Air Fryer has an 8.4-quart basket and comes with nine presets on an LED touchscreen. Ahead of Black Friday, it's down to $59.99, saving 50% off and $60 in savings.

More kitchen deals Opens in a new window Credit: Instant Pot Instant Pot 6qt Pro Plus Pressure Cooker $159.99 at Target
$229.99 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Cuisinart Cuisinart 7-in-1 Air Fryer and Oven $119.99 at Target
$229.99 Save $110.00 $70 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL $109.99 at Target
$179.99 Save $70.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: DeLonghi DeLonghi Magnifica Espresso Machine $499.99
$779.95 Save $279.96 $50 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nespresso Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Machine $149.99 at Target
$229.99 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker $139.99 at Target
$209.99 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Crock Pot Crock-Pot 4.5 Quart Ceramic Slow Cooker $19.99 at Target
$29.99 Save $10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid 5.5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer $299.99 at Target
$499.99 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: GE GE Opal Nugget Ice Maker $399.99 at Target
$499.99 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Professional Plus Blender Duo $134.99 at Target
$169.99 Save $35   Get Deal Target gift card deals Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Select $100 gift cards Get a free $10 Target gift card Get Deal Why we like it

As a special treat, Target is offering a free $10 Target gift card with purchase of select $100 gift cards. Since gift cards are a staple of holiday gifting, this deal means you can score an extra savings for yourself to use on other gifts or save to use on yourself later. These deals are exclusive to Target Circle members, but it's free to join. Gift cards included in the promo are plentiful, from some of the top holiday gifting options like Starbucks, Disney (perfect for anyone going on a Disneyland or Disney World trip soon), Xbox, Delta, Fandango, and plenty more.

Best toys and Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar $38.49 at Target
$44.99 Save $6.50   Get Deal

It wouldn't be the holiday gifting season without sweet deals on this year's best toys and Lego sets. Ahead of Black Friday, one of Target's best offerings is a buy one, get one half-off deal on select toys, games, and puzzles. Target also has some great deals on Lego sets, including Lego Advent calendars.

More Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Santa's Sleigh $39.99 at Target
$43.99 Save $4   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Christmas Table Decoration $35.99 at Target
$39.99 Save $4   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Disney Frozen Advent Calendar 2025 $30.79 at Target
$38.49 Save $7.70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Technic Ford Bronco SUV $51.99 at Target
$64.99 Save $13.00 out of stock at Amazon Get Deal

There’s no question that Oura is the biggest name in the smart ring business. The company is currently on a patent-wielding crusade to keep it that way, and Samsung and its Galaxy Ring (among others) has found itself in the crosshairs.

Everyone knows Thunderbird as that desktop email client that has existed for years and just now started to not only improve, but branch out a lot. Now, Thunderbird Pro, which is Thunderbird's jump into actually providing email services, just inched a lot closer to release.

Best early Black Friday tablet deals Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, 128GB, WiFi) $449 (save $150) Get Deal Best Android tablet deal Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (256GB, WiFi) $389.99 (save $160) Get Deal Best Amazon Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 $189.99 (save $90) Get Deal

Black Friday is, without a doubt, the best time to buy tech. Prices drop on laptops, TVs, and tablets, which is perfect timing with the holidays fast approaching. If you're getting ready to buy the latter, a tablet, now is a great time. We just spent the past few months re-evaluating our guide to the best tablets, meaning these portable devices are front of mind. And most importantly, they're now on sale ahead of Black Friday.

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Get live updates on the latest sales, doorbusters, and deal drops

There are a lot of tablets on sale, and even better, there are more than just iPads discounted. You can find devices from Samsung, Lenovo, and Amazon all on sale for hundreds off. Plus, we're pleased to see our very favorite Android tablet is on sale, too. These are the best tablet deals ahead of Black Friday.

Best early Black Friday iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, 128GB, WiFi) $449 at Amazon
$599 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

Most iPads are discounted ahead of Black Friday, but the best deal is on the iPad Air with M3 chip. We determined it's the best iPad for most people, with a superior processor to the basic iPad, allowing you to do any work task you'd do on a computer. But at $449, it's a fraction of the price of a laptop. It's currently $150 off of its $599 price tag, making it 25% off, one of the biggest discounts you'll find on any iPad ahead of Black Friday.

More early Black Friday iPad deals

• Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A16, 128GB, WiFi) — $279 $349 (save $70)

• Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14, 256GB, WiFi) — $349 $449 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Mini, 8.3-inch (A17, 128GB, WiFi) — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) — $649 $799 (save $150)

• Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $949 $999 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,240 $1,299 (save $59)

Best early Black Friday Android deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (256GB, WiFi) $389.99 at Lenovo
$549.99 Save $160   Get Deal Why we like it

Perhaps my favorite discovery of 2025 is the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3, which convinced me that iPads aren't the only tablets worth buying. This small tablet is made for gaming, but it does an extremely good job at streaming in high definition and is the perfect size for travel. Ahead of Black Friday, it's down to $389.99, saving you $160 for a total of 29% off.

More early Black Friday Android deals

• Lenovo Tab One (64GB, WiFi) — $89.99 $119.99 (save $30)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (64GB, WiFi) — $159.99 $329.99 (save $170)

• Lenovo Idea Tab (256GB, WiFi) — $179.99 $239.99 (save $60)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Plus (128GB, WiFi) — $199.99 $269.99 (save $70)

• Google Pixel Tablet (128GB, WiFi) — $249 $399 (save $150)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 — $249.99 $349.99 (save $100)

• TCL Nxtpaper (256GB, WiFi) — $299.99 $469.99 (save $170)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE (128GB, WiFi) — $359.99 $499.99 (save $140)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ Plus (256GB, WiFi) — $779.99 $999.99 (save $220)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 (512GB, WiFi) — $829.99 $979.99 (save $150)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra (512GB, WiFi) — $1,119.99 $1,319.99 (save $200)

Best early Black Friday Fire tablet deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire Max 11 $189.99 at Amazon
$279.99 Save $90   Get Deal Why we like it

Having tested my way through the latest tablets, I won't lie, Amazon Fire tablets are not my favorite. I think they fall behind the crowd in terms of processing power, plus Amazon's app store pales in comparison to Apple's or Google's. That being said, if you want a cheap tablet, look at the Amazon Fire tablet. There are bigger discounts to be had on Amazon's tablets, but I think the best tablet to shop from Amazon is the Fire Max 11, which offers the best speed and processing.

More early Black Friday Fire tablet deals

• Amazon Fire HD 8 (32GB, WiFi) — $54.99 $99.99 (save $45)

• Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB, WiFi) — $69.99 $139.99 (save $70)

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro (32GB, WiFi) — $74.99 $149.99 (save $75)

Best early Black Friday deals Best Apple deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 (Save $150 at Amazon) Get Deal Best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $299 (Save $500 at Amazon) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Narwal Freo Z10 Ultra $799.99 at Amazon (Save $500 at Amazon) Get Deal Best fitness tracker deal Oura Ring 4 $349 (Save $150) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 65-inch U6 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $547.99 (Save $300 at Amazon) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Ninja Slushi (88 ounce) $269.99 at Amazon (Save $100 at Amazon) Get Deal Best power station deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station $399 (Save $400 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle $79.99 (Save $30) Get Deal Best AirPods Deal Apple AirPods 4 $79.99 (save $49.01) Get Deal

We're officially back in Black Friday season, folks.

Though Black Friday falls on Nov. 28 this year, retailers are already kicking off sales. Best Buy dropped early deals and doorbusters on Oct. 31, and Target started its first holiday savings event on Nov. 6. Amazon kicked off its programming on Nov. 20, and Walmart hosted an early sale, but will get back in on the action on Nov. 25. We've spotted plenty of Black Friday-worthy deals that you can shop early to get ahead of your holiday list.

Keep checking back for the best Black Friday deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and beyond.

Best early Black Friday Apple deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon
$999 Save $250   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

The 13-inch MacBook Air is down to a record-low price of $749 ahead of Black Friday. This is our favorite laptop for students, thanks to its M4 silicon and slim design. This markdown is so good that even if it does happen to drop lower for Black Friday or Cyber Monday (and we're not counting on it), you still score a great deal without all the chaos of Black Friday shopping.

More Apple deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $699 at Best Buy
$799 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $250   Get Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $29.01 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart
$239 Save $100 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $429.99 at Best Buy
$549 Save $119.01   Get Deal Apple AirTag $17.97 at Amazon
$29 Save $11.03   See It at Amazon See It at Walmart See It at Best Buy Apple Airtags, 4-Pack $64.98 at Amazon
$99 Save $34.02   See It at Amazon See It at Walmart See It at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm, GPS) $349.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS + cellular) $249 at Walmart
$499 Save $250 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Best early Black Friday headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $299 at Best Buy
$429 Save $130 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Why we like it

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 1) headphones.

The Bose QC Ultra headphones have long been some of our favorite noise-cancelling headphones. Even though Bose recently replaced them with a new Gen 2 model, the originals are still an excellent value for your money — especially at the record low price of $299.

More Black Friday headphones and earbuds deals Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-C710N Wireless Earbuds $78 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $51.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $199 at Bose
$299 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) $249 at Amazon
$299 Save $50 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Beats Fit Pro $149 at Amazon
$199 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Tune 670NC On-Ear Headphones $54.95 at Walmart
$109.95 Save $55   Get Deal Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $248 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $151.99 Lowest price ever 🔥 See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds $107.99 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $72.00   Get Deal Best early Black Friday robot vacuum deal Narwal Freo Z10 Ultra $799.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $500   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart sees Narwal's newest robot vacuum mop combo as a dupe for the $1,599.99 Roborock Saros 10R, our favorite robot vacuum of the year. Its edge cleaning is comparable thanks to dual spinning mopping pads that flex out from under the vacuum to scrub in corners and along walls. When mopping, the Freo Z10 Ultra ensures that it does a thorough job by taking a before-and-after picture of the spill, going back for another pass if necessary. The livestream pet camera is a bonus for homes with pets.

More robot vacuum and vacuum deals Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy E20 3-in-1 $349.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $100 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba 105 $199 at Amazon
$219 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V12 Detect Slim $399.99 at Walmart
$729.99 Save $330 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Dyson Big Ball Turbinehead Canister Vacuum $229.99 at Walmart
$349.99 Save $120   Get Deal at Walmart Best early Black Friday TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch U6 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $547.99 at Walmart
$847.99 Save $300 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

"If you're not sure what size TV to get, we consider 65 inches to be the sweet spot for most folks. While the Hisense U6 Mini LED QLED TV falls into the budget-friendly category, its specs don't scream 'budget' at all. It features a Mini LED backlight system, which means its uses smaller LEDs to deliver a brighter and more detailed picture. Plus, it packs a 144Hz native refresh rate, WiFi 6 connectivity, support for HDR in Dolby Vision, the Fire TV OS, and on-board Alexa. Our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) called it 'easily the brightest and most colorful budget-friendly TV we've tested.'" — Christina Buff, Mashable Contributor

More TV and streaming deals Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch Class Q6-Series QLED 4K TV $279.99 at Target
$449.99 Save $170   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 65-inch Pro Series Mini LED QLED 4K Smart TV $798.99 at Amazon
$1,199.99 Save $401   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch Class U6 Mini LED QLED TV $547.99 at Amazon
$847.99 Save $300 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS034 4K QLED Smart TV (2025) $897.99 at Amazon
$1,197.99 Save $300 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Samsung Get Deal at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense QD6 QLED 4K TV $199.99 at Best Buy
$329.99 Save $130   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch QN65 QLED 4K TV $448 at Walmart
$599.99 Save $151.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $21.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $18.00 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick Plus 4K & HDR (2025) $29 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $10.99   Get Deal Best Black Friday fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Oura Oura Ring 4 $349 at Amazon
$499 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

One of our favorite health trackers, the Oura Ring, just got a major markdown ahead of Black Friday. Right now, score the Oura Ring 4 for 30% off. It's down to $349, saving you $150 off its $499 price tag. The Oura Ring 4 is our favorite smart ring at Mashable, providing holistic insights to help you manage stress and heart health.

More Black Friday fitness tracker deals Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Forerunner 265 Running Smartwatch $299.99 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch $119.95 at Amazon
$199.95 Save $80.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Whoop Whoop 5.0 $199 at Amazon
$239 Save $40   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Whoop Whoop MG $299 at Amazon
$359 Save $60   Get Deal Best Black Friday kitchen deal Ninja Slushi (88 ounce) $269.99 at Amazon
$369.99 Save $100   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

The Ninja Slushi is a blast in any season — frozen margs in any flavor you want when it's hot, apple cider slush or gingerbread frappé when it's chilly. (Mashable Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart loves her Slushi, and so do all of her friends.) A year after the first Slushi came out, Ninja released two larger capacity versions in a few fun colors. The 88-ounce model on sale for $269.99 at Amazon can make a slightly bigger batch than the original 72-ounce model, which is on sale for $249.99 at Walmart. $20 more for extra beverages and a chic green build? Sold. (If you want the purple one, it's $269.99 at Target.)

More Black Friday kitchen deals Nespresso Festive Vertuo Pop+ Coffee and Espresso Maker $129 at Amazon
$209.95 Save $80.95   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Our Place Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 at Our Place
$325 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso and Coffee Machine $634.99 at Amazon
$749.99 Save $115   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: All-Clad All-Clad HA1 13-piece Nonstick Cookware Set $489.99 at Amazon
$699.99 Save $210   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker $139.99 at Target
$209.99 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nutribullet Nutribullet Personal Blender $47.49 at Amazon
$71.99 Save $24.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami $179.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-quart Stand Mixer $349.95 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $150.04   Get Deal Best early Black Friday home deal Opens in a new window Credit: Brooklinen Brooklinen's Black Friday Sale Score 25% off on Brooklinen bedding and bath linens. Get Deal Why we like it

The best early Black Friday deal for the home is at Brooklinen. Right now, the brand is offering 25% off across its products. You can find Brooklinen's super-plush Turkish cotton bath towel bundle for just $107, saving you 30% off. All prices are marked, no discount code needed.

More early Black Friday home deals Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark StainForce Portable Stain Remover $149.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark NeverChange Air Purifier $139 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $40.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Casper Casper Original Pillow $60 at Amazon
$75 Save $15   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Casper Casper Hybrid Snow Pillow $144.90 at Amazon
$179 Save $34.10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ugg Ugg Adalee Faux Fur Throw Blanket $84.99 at Amazon
$108 Save $23.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Dyson Air Purifier $449.99 at Target
$549.99 Save $100   Get Deal Best early Black Friday power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station $349 at Amazon
$799 Save $450 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

Some of the year's best Black Friday deals are in the power station category, where you'll find discounts of 56% or more. And for so many reasons, this Anker Solix power station is our top pick for holiday shoppers. In our review, Mashable contributor Lauren Allain wrote that the "Anker Solix C1000 portable power station nails performance, design, and versatility," awarding it a Mashable Choice Award. And now that it's at a record-low price at Amazon, it's neve been easier to recommend.

More Black Friday power station deals EcoFlow River 2 $269 at Amazon
$449 Save $180   Get Deal at Amazon Bluetti Elite 200V2 $1,099 at Amazon
$2,299 Save $1,200   Get Deal at Amazon Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 portable power station $699 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $800 https://zdcs.link/z6DZMk See It at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station $348 at Amazon
$448.98 Save $100.98   Get Deal Best early Black Friday outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Coleman Coleman Sundome Camping Tent $78.99 at Amazon
$117.99 Save $39   Get Deal Why we like it

Whether you're shopping for outdoor deals to replenish your own gear or get a gift for the outdoorsman in your life, the best deal we've spotted is on the Coleman Sundome tent. This four-person tent is weatherproof, designed to block out wind and rain, and keep you dry. It's down to $78.99 ahead of Black Friday, saving you $39 for 33% off its list price of $117.99.

More early Black Friday outdoor deals Opens in a new window Credit: Osprey Osprey Hikelite Backpack $99.95 at Amazon
  Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Coleman Coleman Instant Camping Tent $212.47 at Amazon
$271.49 Save $59.02   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Hopper M Series Soft Cooler $280 at Amazon
$350 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Titan Titan by Arctic Zone Deep Freeze Cooler $21.07 at Amazon
$46.99 Save $25.92   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LifeStraw LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $9.99 at Amazon
$14.95 Save $4.96   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja FrostVault 50-quart Cooler $199.95 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $50.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nemo REI Black Friday Sale Score up to 40% off during REI's Black Friday sale. Shop sleeping bags, outdoor blankets, camping furniture, and more. Get Deal More Black Friday deals from Amazon

Even though Amazon's Black Friday sale hasn't officially started (you have to wait until Nov. 20 for that), Amazon devices such as Fire TVs are already marked down in advance of the sale. In addition, you can find plenty of limited-time deals on popular gadgets, power stations, smart home tech, outdoor gear, and Christmas gifts. Amazon is also a great place to stock up on stocking stuffers, as you'll find an abundance of deals under $25.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bissell Bissell Little Green Mini Portable Carpet Cleaner $84.98 at Amazon
$94.99 Save $10.01   Get Deal Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet $94.99 at Amazon
$194.99 Save $100.00 Lowest price ever 🔥 See It at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11 inches (A16 Chip) $299
$349 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 55-inch Omni Series 4K QLED Smart Fire TV $349.99 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Orastone Orastone Electric Hand Warmers $17.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $12 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: National Tree Company Pre-Lit 6.5-Foot Dunhill Fir Artificial Christmas Tree $199.98 at Amazon
$254.03 Save $54.05 Bonus coupon: Get Echo Pop & Amazon Smart Plug for $15 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Supreme Single Serve Coffee Maker $99 at Amazon
$189.99 Save $90.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Vitamix Vitamix 5200 Professional-Grade Blender $299.95 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $250.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Outdoor 4 wireless security cameras (5 cameras + sync module) $119.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $180   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Like-new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (16GB) $106.99 at Amazon
$143.99 Save $37.00 Refurbished with great reviews Get Deal Amazon Echo Dot (2022 release) $31.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: GoPro GoPro Hero13 Black Ultra Wide Edition $369.99 at Amazon
$479.99 Save $110   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S VR Headset (128 GB) $249.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $50   Get Deal Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle $499 at Walmart
$1,049.66 Save $550.66 Editor's pick ✅ See It at Walmart See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Screenshot: Amazon Prime Video Buy movies and save up to 50% Get Deal More Black Friday deals from Walmart

As in years past, Walmart+ members get early access to the best Black Friday deals, and you can either sign up for a free trial or get 50% off a membership. Until its next official Black Friday sales event (mark your calendars for Nov. 25), the original Everything Store has great early deals on video games, kitchen gadgets, Legos, and even Dyson vacuums.

Opens in a new window Credit: Crock-Pot Crock-Pot Manual 7-Quart Slow Cooker $34 at Walmart
$40.53 Save $6.53   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: HP HP 14-inch HD Chromebook (Intel Processor N200, 4GB RAM, 128GB UFS) $119 at Walmart
$329 Save $210   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Alienware Alienware 16-Inch Aurora Gaming Laptop (Intel Core 7-240H, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050) $1,128 at Walmart
$1,249.99 Save $121.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 Console + NBA 2K26 $499.99 at Walmart
  Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars and The Mandalorian Gift Set $45 at Walmart
$62.97 Save $17.97   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Wicked Welcome to Emerald City Building Set $78.99 at Walmart
$99.99 Save $21   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Borderlands 4 $54.97 at Walmart
$69.99 Save $15.02   Get Deal More Black Friday deals from Best Buy

Best Buy has an interesting Black Friday system: It's been dropping new doorbusters every single Thursday since Halloween. Some of those deals have stuck around, and some are fleeting. You can plan ahead for the official Black Friday sale (kicking off on Nov. 20) with the Best Buy Black Friday ad scan, but here are some deals that are confirmed to be at their Black Friday prices.

Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch C5 OLED 4K TV $1,399.99 at Best Buy
$2,699.99 Save $1,300.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus Vivobook 14 (Intel Core 5 120U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $279.99 at Best Buy
$529.99 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Met Meta Quest 3S The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners bundle (128GB) $249 at Best Buy
$299 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: De'Longhi De'Longhi Classic Espresso Machine $149.95
$229.95 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bambu Lab Bambu Lab A1 Combo 3D printer $379.99 at Best Buy
$499.99 Save $120   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: GoPro GoPro HERO13 Action Camera Bundle $369.99 at Best Buy
$479.99 Save $110   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: SteelSeries SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini 60% Wired Gaming Keyboard $64.99
$129.99 Save $65.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G50D QHD Gaming Monitor $199.99 at Best Buy
$349.99 Save $150   Get Deal More Black Friday deals from Target

We're scanning Target's weekly ad to find the best early Black Friday deals of 2025, including plenty of products that are cheaper at Target than on Amazon. Strangely, that includes some of Amazon's own products. So, if you're a Target Circle member and you need a new kids' tablet or espresso machine, now's your chance to save.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire 7 Kids Tablet $44.99 at Target
$99.99 Save $55.00 Costs $5 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: DeLonghi DeLonghi Magnifica Espresso Machine $499.99 at Target
$779.95 Save $279.96 Costs $50 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Magnolia Wood Finish Retro Record Player $149.99 at Target
$179.99 Save $30   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Universal Music Group Taylor Swift 'The Life of a Showgirl: Sweat And Vanilla Perfume' Vinyl $29.99 at Target
$34.99 Save $5.00   Get Deal

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