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Everyone wants Toyota's $10,000 truck, but nobody would actually buy it

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 18:15

You might have seen some noise on the internet among car enthusiasts about the Toyota Hilux Champ, a simple bare-bones pickup that many US customers clearly want.

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3 unique RSS reader apps for Windows to try this weekend

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 18:00

RSS feeds used to be the premiere way to get personalized news delivered directly to you from your favorite websites prior to the rise of personalized algorithms on social media. Despite the fact that RSS feeds aren't quite as popular as they used to be, they are still my favorite way to keep up to speed on topics I'm interested in. Here are three RSS Feed apps from Windows.

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3 reasons you should buy an energy-efficient ARM NAS (and 1 reason you shouldn't)

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 18:00

Are you in the market for a new NAS, but can’t decide between ARM and Intel/AMD? There are several reasons why you should go with ARM—most notably, it's way more power efficient. But traditional x86 does have one advantage you’ll want to consider.

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Everything to know about Best Buy Black Friday 2025: Doorbusters, best deals still live, ad highlights

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:46

Best Buy has been treating the entire month of November like one drawn-out holiday deal dump, and even now that Black Friday has passed, there are still hundreds of markdowns on name-brand tech across all departments. Its main attractions include record-low prices on big-ticket items like QLED 4K TVs and Windows laptops, free $100 gift cards attached to OLED TVs, plus revolving rounds of doorbusters that feature bonus rewards for paid My Best Buy members.

Best Buy's top doorbusters and deals at a glance: Top TV doorbuster TCL 55-inch F35-Series 4K Fire TV $169.99 (save $160; paid My Best Buy members earn $15 in bonus rewards) Get Deal Best Apple Deal Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $399.99 (save $149.01) Get Deal Deal of the day Insignia 65-inch Class F50 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $229.99 (save $220) Get Deal Best cheap gaming laptop deal HP Victus 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $549.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best deal under $50 JBL Go 4 $39.95 (save $10) Get Deal Best deal under $25 "Red Dead Redemption 2" (PS5/PS4) $14.99 (save $45) Get Deal Best Headphones Deal Beats Studio Pro Noise-Cancelling Headphones $149.99 (save $200) Get Deal Best OLED TV Deal Samsung 65-inch S95F OLED 4K TV $2,299.99 (save $1000 and get free $100 e-gift card) Get Deal

Best Buy's Black Friday deals are available online and in stores, so if you want to visit a nearby location to check out a gadget before you buy it, the option is there. But the deals only last so long. Best Buy's Black Friday sale ends today, Nov. 29, so we expect to see doorbuster deals disappear soon.

Here's everything you need to know about Best Buy's Black Friday sale before you shop, including its opening hours, doorbuster lineup, holiday return policy, price-match guarantee, and the best deals to shop now.

When is Best Buy's Black Friday sale?

Best Buy's Black Friday sale began on Thursday, Nov. 20, and wraps up today, Saturday, Nov. 29. All of its feature deals are available in stores, online, and on the Best Buy mobile app, according to a company press release.

When is Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale?

Best Buy kicks off its Cyber Monday savings event tomorrow, Sunday, Nov. 30, and runs for 48 hours through Dec. 1 (aka actual Cyber Monday). The company's press release notes that "there will be limited-time deals available throughout the event," so expect a slightly different assortment than its Black Friday sale.

What time does Best Buy open on Black Friday?

Best Buy stores opened at 6 a.m. local time on Black Friday, but as of Saturday, Nov. 29, stores will resume normal hours.

Does Best Buy do doorbusters?

Yes, Best Buy is supplementing its Black Friday deals with some limited-time doorbusters, which it's billing as "some of the best deals on the hottest tech of the season." These offers drop in batches every Friday through Christmas, and paid My Best Buy members earn $5 in bonus rewards for every $50 they spend on them (up to $25). That includes the Plus and Total membership tiers.

I've listed all of Best Buy's current doorbusters below. All of them are decent deals except for the EA video games and the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, which are cheaper to buy from Amazon and/or Walmart.

Best Black Friday deals at Best Buy

I've spent hours upon hours combing through Best Buy's Black Friday deals, and I've identified just over 150 of them that are worth shopping. (By that I mean they aren't one-upped by better offers at other retailers.) Here's a quick look at the highlights:

Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 55-inch S7 Series CanvasTV 4K QLED TV $649.99 at Best Buy
$999.99 Save $350   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch QM5K Series 4K QD-Mini LED TV $449.99 at Best Buy
$899.99 Save $450   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Best Buy
$999 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,349 at Best Buy
$1,599 Save $250 New price drop Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi + cellular, 256GB) $999 at Best Buy
$1,199 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $549.99 at Best Buy
$999.99 Save $450   Get 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 Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (AMD Ryzen 9 270, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,299.99 at Best Buy
$1,799.99 Save $500   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones $159.99 at Best Buy
$349.99 Save $190 Paid My Best Buy members earn $15 in bonus rewards Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Best Buy
$249 Save $29.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Inspire 3 $69.96 at Best Buy
$99.95 Save $29.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $599 at Best Buy
$799 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Deep SIlver "Kingdom Come Deliverance II" (PS5) $39.99 at Best Buy
$59.99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie's House $54.99 at Best Buy
$74.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S (128GB) "The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners" Bundle $249 at Best Buy
$299 Save $50 Includes free $50 Best Buy gift card Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Legion Go S (AMD Ryzen Z2 Go, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $449.99 at Best Buy
$649.99 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $129.95 at Best Buy
$199.95 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: De'Longhi De'Longhi Classic Espresso Machine $149.95 at Best Buy
$229.94 Save $79.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Mega Kitchen System $99.99 at Best Buy
$219.99 Save $120.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame GoVac 500 Robot Vacuum and Mop $529.99 at Best Buy
$1,099.99 Save $570   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexStyle (Straight & Wavy Hair, Indigo Rush) $189.99 at Best Buy
$279.99 Save $90   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Therabody Therabody Theraface Pro $299.99 at Best Buy
$419.99 Save $120   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch S95F OLED 4K TV $2,299.99
$3,299.99 Save $1,000   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bambu Lab Bambu Lab A1 Combo 3D Printer $379.99
$499.99 Save $120   Get Deal Does Best Buy price match?

Best Buy doesn't price-match competitors' deals during Black Friday, but it will price-match itself. If something you've bought there from Oct. 31 to Dec. 31 gets cheaper during that period, you can request to have your purchase adjusted to the better price through Jan. 15, 2026. The only items that aren't covered by this price-match guarantee are holiday decorations and products that come with a third-party contract (like smartphones).

For example, if you purchased a pair of Apple AirPods Max for $429.99 at Best Buy earlier this week, you should be able to take advantage of their new lower price of $399.99 (live as of Nov. 25).

What is Best Buy's return policy?

Under its extended holiday return policy, Best Buy will accept returns for most items purchased from Oct. 31 to Dec. 31 through Jan. 15, 2026. That deadline stretches to Jan. 31 for paid My Best Buy members.

Similar exclusions apply here. Holiday decorations have a 15-day return window, for one. "Activatable" devices (meaning those that come with data plans) can only be returned within 14 days, and they have a $45 restocking fee if opened. Scooters, drones, digital cameras, action cameras, lenses, projectors, fitness recovery devices, cold tubs, saunas, and special-order products have a 15% restocking fee if they're unboxed.

Is the LG C5 OLED TV deal as good as it seems?

Serious deal hunters will notice a conspicuous absence from this guide: The award-winning LG C5 OLED TV, specifically the 65-inch model. A lot of our competitors are writing about Best Buy's Black Friday deal on it, and it's easy to see why. The retailer has it listed for $1,399.99, or $1,300 off its usual price. That's a really attractive discount on what's arguably the best TV ever made.

However, this deal isn't as good as it seems. Amazon has been selling the same TV for $1,346.99, but on Black Friday, it dropped prices all the way down to $1,219.99.

But as for the actual best Black Friday OLED TV deal, we're giving that title to the Samsung S95F OLED. That's another of our top OLED TV recommendations for its wickedly effective glare handling, and the 65-inch model is $1,000 off at Best Buy with a free $100 gift card on top.

Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch C5 Series OLED 4K TV $1,346.99 at Amazon
$2,699.99 Save $1,353.00   Get Deal Shop the best deals from Amazon's Black Friday sale

Not sold on Best Buy's Black Friday sale? Here are some of the best deals we've found at Amazon's sale.

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Want to fix your own PC? These cheap tools are essential in my toolbox

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:45

Do you wish you didn't have to take your PC to computer technicians? I'm regularly opening my PC to replace parts, clean dust out, and check for lose connections, and I can tell you the most important aspect is having the right tools for the job.

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Force Android apps into landscape mode with this simple app

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:30

There’s a particular annoyance that goes along with turning your phone sideways and watching as...nothing happens. Some apps just don’t want to rotate into landscape mode, but as is usually the case in the Android world, there’s a solution available right in the Play Store for free.

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30+ of the best Black Friday Pokémon deals: Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection Box, Phantasmal Flames Booster Box, and more

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:20
The best Black Friday Pokémon deals at a glance: Best Pokémon TCG deal Mega Evolution Booster Bundle $50.36 (save $9.36) Get Deal Best Pokémon Game Deal Pokémon Legends: Arceus $51.14 (save $8.85) Get Deal Funko Pop! Moments Deluxe: Pokémon Starters $56.86 ($13.13) Get Deal Best MEGA Pokémon toy deal MEGA Pokémon Action Figure Building Toys Set $10 (save $6.19) Get Deal Best Pokémon Squishmallows deal Squishmallows Jumbo Eevee $35.49 (save $14.5) Get Deal Best Pokémon Toy deal Pokémon Battle Figure 8 Pack $26.04 (save $10.95) Get Deal Best Pokémon Plushie Deal Pokémon Bulbasaur Sleeping Plush - 18-Inch Premium Plush in Sleeping Pose $39.99 (save $2.60) Get Deal Best Mega Pokémon deal Mega Pokémon Charmander Evolution Set with 313 Pieces (with Charmeleon & Charizard) $28.78 (save $9.36) Get Deal Pokémon 5" Sleeping Squirtle, Charmander, Bulbasaur Starter Plush 3-Pack $34.99 (Save $2) Get Deal

Even with Black Friday in the history books, the Pokémon deals are still going strong, which means you can still save serious cash on Pokémon TCG, the most popular Nintendo Switch Pokémon games, Squishmallows, Plushies, Funko Pops, Mega building sets, and plenty of toys.

SEE ALSO: Are Amazon's Cyber Monday prices better than Black Friday? Our shopping experts say the answer is clear.

At Mashable, we've scanned through everything on offer at retailers like Amazon and dug up the ideal Pokémon deals for you following Black Friday and heading into Cyber Monday. We'll continuously update this guide to keep you informed on new deals as they drop, along with any price changes on what's already listed. Here are all the best Pokémon deals we've found as of Nov. 29.

Best Black Friday Pokémon TCG deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon Company Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection $189.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

This is one of the most anticipated Pokémon TCG products of this year, which is now at the same price as TCGplayer, meaning this is currently at market value on Amazon.

More Pokémon TCG dealsBest Black Friday Pokémon game deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Legends: Arceus $51.14 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $8.85   Get Deal Why we like it

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a great ride (more so on Switch 2), but Legends: Arceus kicked off the experimental mainline series that turned long-standing Pokémon game mechanics on their heads. While Arceus isn't optimized for Nintendo Switch 2, it's still such a great game. With a cheeky discount for Black Friday week thrown in, you should see what you've been missing out on.

More Pokémon game deals Pokémon Violet $45.99 at Walmart
$59.96 Save $13.97   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! $49.99 at Amazon
  Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Best Black Friday Pokémon Funko Pop! deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Funko Funko Pop Moments Deluxe: Pokémon Starters - Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle $45.48 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $24.51   Get Deal Why we like it

What's better than one classic starter? Three classic gen one starters, with an extra markdown thanks to a coupon code. Pick up a Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle for $45.48.

More Pokémon Funko Pop! deals Opens in a new window Credit: Funko / The Pokemon Company Suicune Pokémon Funko Pop! Jumbo (Amazon Exclusive - WonderCon 2025) $41.93 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $3.06   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Funko Pokemon Slowpoke Funko Pop! $11.99 at Amazon
$14.99 Save $3   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Funko / The Pokémon Company Pokémon Ceruledge Funko Pop! $11.99 at Amazon
$14.99 Save $3   Get Deal Best Black Friday Pokémon Squishmallow deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Jazwares Squishmallows Jumbo Eevee $35.49 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $14.50   Get Deal Why we like it

It's rare to see significant discounts on Squishmallows, and Pokémon is even more infamous for dodging price cuts. But there are plenty of Pokémon Jumbo Squishmallow deals still live, such as this cute Eevee with $15.50 slashed off. They're so soft and perfect cuddle buddies, according to my kids, of course...

More Pokémon Squishmallow deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Squishmallow Belibolt 20-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $23.60 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $26.39   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallow Chansey 14-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $14.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $10.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallows Squishmallows Original Pokémon 10-inch Pikachu $12.99 at Amazon
$15.99 Save $3   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jazzwares / The Pokémon Company Torchic 20-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $44.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $5   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallows Squishmallows Pokemon 14-Inch Teddiursa $16 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $8.99 with on-page coupon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallows Pokémon Pikachu Squishmallows Original Clip $9.99 at Amazon
$12.99 Save $3   Get Deal Best Black Friday Pokémon toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jazzwares / The Pokémon Company Pokemon Battle Figure Arcanine, Charmeleon & Cyndaquil Exclusive 3-Inch Mini Figure 2-Pack $22.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $2 Get Deal Why we like it

If you're wondering what would go down well for the Pokémon fan in your life, this is a safe bet that won't break the bank before the Cyber Monday sale ends. Cyndaquill, Charmeleon, and Arcanine are all fan-favorite fire-type Pokémon, and this is one of the better 3-inch figure sets I've seen.

More Pokémon toy deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Battle Figure Toy Set $34.99 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Proxy Battle Figure 10 Pack $31.99 at Amazon
$37.18 Save $5.19   Get Deal Best Black Friday Pokémon plushie deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon 5-inch Sleeping Squirtle, Charmander, Bulbasaur Starter Plush 3-Pack $34.99 at Amazon
$36.99 Save $2   Get Deal Why we like it

Sleeping Pokémon plushies are life, and these are by far some of the most popular. It's not a huge discount, but anything with the Kanto generation starter Pokémon is popular, and these are so fluffy. They're not huge either, so it's a perfect stocking filler.

More Pokémon plushie deals Pokémon Paldea First Partner Plush 3 Pack $33.56 at Amazon
Get Deal at Amazon Pokémon Charmander Select Velvet Plush $17.99 at Amazon
$18.96 Save $0.97   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Jazwares / The Pokémon Company Pikachu Select Velvet Plush $15.28 at Amazon
$17.99 Save $2.71 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jazwares Pokémon Jolteon Sleeping Plush $22 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $7.99   Get Deal Best Black Friday Mega Pokémon deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mega / Pokémon ​MEGA Pokémon Motion Eevee (1366 Pieces) $80.14 at Amazon
$84.28 Save $4.14   Get Deal Why we like it

The news that Pokémon is finally making the jump to Lego next year is ridiculously awesome, but there's already plenty of seriously cool Mega Pokémon sets to build. This Motion Eevee is always a favorite around Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It boasts 1,366 pieces and features moving ears, legs, and tail as the set re-creates a running motion.

More Mega Pokémon deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Mega Pikachu MEGA Pokémon $11.49 at Amazon
$18.89 Save $7.40   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / MEGA Water-Type Trainer Team $20.13 at Amazon
$32.39 Save $12.26 Use on-site coupon Get Deal
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I love the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, and its $270 off for Cyber Monday at Best Buy

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:15

SAVE $270: Through Cyber Monday at Best Buy, you can get the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 4K Gimbal Camera at Best Buy for 34% off its usual price of $799.99, a huge $270 discount.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 $529.99 at DJI
$799.99 Save $270 Mashable Tested ✅ Get Deal

I reviewed the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 for Mashable in late 2023, and I gave it 4.8 out of 5 stars and a Mashable Choice Award. I've never been sadder to send back a product. In the two years since, whenever I attend an event where vloggers or creators gather, I see this camera everywhere. It's a cult-favorite camera among creators, and it's made appearances in Mashable's In My Bag series as well.

If this camera is on your wishlist already, but the $799.99 price tag has stopped you, then I have very good news. This camera almost never goes on sale, but right now, it's $270 off as part of Best Buy's Black Friday-Cyber Monday sale. That's a huge discount, and it makes this 4K gimbal camera much more affordable. For creators, this is probably the best Black Friday deal so far.

SEE ALSO: 150+ Best Buy Black Friday deals that aren't cheaper anywhere else: AirPods Max, mini LED TVs, and more

What makes this camera so special? It's a gimbal camera that shoots steady video even as you navigate a crowded space, letting you easily pan and track as needed. It can also identify and follow faces when you or a subject is speaking directly to the camera, helping you shoot professional-quality footage wherever you are. It also features a rotatable 2-inch touchscreen, so you can see exactly what's in frame at any given moment.

The 3-axis stabilization ensures you always get smooth footage, and the camera itself is also impressive. The 1-inch CMOS sensor can capture 4K video at 120fps (it records in MP4 format). In my review, I said that "I can't imagine a better social video camera," and in the two years since its release, it's still the gold standard for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and livestreaming.

Is this product available at Amazon?

You can find the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 at Amazon, but only from third-party sellers. For that reason, we'd shop this Cyber Monday deal at Best Buy.

DJI products are getting harder to find in the U.S. this year thanks to an impending DJI drone ban, so I recommend jumping on this one, and fast.

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5 Linux apps you should install on day one

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:15

Most Linux distros are intentionally minimal to avoid bloat, offering a fresh and clean environment. While this is a major perk, knowing what to install first can be tricky for newcomers. So, to help kickstart your journey, here are five essential apps that belong on every new Linux PC.

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Everything to know about Target Black Friday 2025: When the sale ends, best deals still live, ad highlights

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:06

Last call on Target's Black Friday sale!

Target kicked off its Black Friday deals in early November, but now that Black Friday has passed, the retailer's sale is wrapping up. This year's sale brought major discounts on Apple AirPods and TCL's dupe of The Frame.

And again, don't hold off too long on shopping as the sale is wrapping up today, Nov. 29. While you can still shop the retailer's Cyber Monday sale online the days following, the in-store Black Friday shopping experience will wind down on Saturday.

Here's everything you need to know about Target's Black Friday sale, including its opening and closing hours, early access info, and the best deals to shop now.

When exactly is Target's Black Friday Sale?

This year, Black Friday takes place on Friday, Nov. 28, which has come and gone. However, the sale officially runs from Sunday, Nov. 23 to Saturday, Nov. 29.

After Black Friday wraps up, Cyber Monday starts on Sunday, Nov. 30 and runs through Monday, Dec. 1.

Target Circle 360 Black Friday early access

Like Walmart, Target is offering early access for its Target Circle 360 members. This gives members early access to select deals this shopping season. Here's a glimpse of what deals Target Circle 360 members get to shop before everyone else:

  • Up to 50% off toys, including brands like Jurassic World, Squishmallows, and FAO Schwarz

  • Up to 50% off sleepwear for all

  • 40% off select Lego sets

  • 40% off Wondershop holiday décor

  • 40% off shoes and slippers for all

  • 40% off beauty sets

  • 40% off sweaters for all

  • 40% off outerwear and cold-weather accessories

  • Up to 40% off men's & women's clothing from brands including Cupshe, Land's End, Coofandy and more

What is Target Circle 360? Opens in a new window Credit: Target Target Circle 360 $99.99 at Target
Join Target Circle 360 for $99.99 a year or $10.99 per month. Shop Now

Target Circle 360 is the retailer's paid membership program, unlike it's free Circle membership. Target Circle 360 charges $99 annually or $10.99 a month. Discounts on Circle 360 are available to Circle credit card holders, college students, and government assistance recipients, providing 50% off annual memberships.

Target Circle 360 membership gets you same-day delivery, free shipping, monthly freebies, early access to sales, and an extra 30 days on the return window.

What times does Target open on Black Friday?

Target brought back the in-person shopping experience this Black Friday. All Target stores closed on Thanksgiving (Nov. 27) and reopened today. On Friday, Nov. 28, Target stores opened at 6 a.m. local time and will close at their regular time (typically 10 p.m.). It's best to check your local store's hours ahead of time.

Target will now be offering special holiday hours. From Nov. 29 through Dec. 23, Target stores open from 7 a.m. until midnight local time.  

Best last-minute Black Friday deals at Target

Now that we're on the final day of Target's Black Friday sale, which wraps up on Saturday, Nov. 29, we're rounding up the best deals you can still shop. Cyber Monday deals begin tomorrow, Sunday, Nov. 30, and we can't guarantee these deals will last.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69.99 at Target
$129.99 Save $60.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch NXTVISION Smart Frame QLED 4K Smart TV $799.99 at Target
$1,399.99 Save $600   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-canceling headphones $399.99 at Target
$459.99 Save $60   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fandango Fandango and Fandango at Home gift cards $80 at Target
$100 Save $20 Save 20% on $25 through $100 gift cards Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Target exclusive Lego Botanicals Evergreen Collector's Set $41.99 at Target
$59.99 Save $18   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: PowerXL PowerXL Vortex Pro air fryer $49.99 at Target
$119.99 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S (128GB) $249.99
$299.99 Save $50 plus get a free $50 Target gift card Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $129.99 at Target
$199.99 Save $70   Get Deal Best Target Black Friday ad highlights

Gaming deals

Toy deals

Kitchen deals

Lego deals

Floor care deals

Headphone and earbud deals

Speaker deals

Holiday decor deals

Clothing deals

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The Raspberry Pi 500+ channels the spirit of my first home computer, and I love it

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 17:00

The Raspberry Pi 500+ is the latest iteration of the best-selling single-board computer with 16GB RAM and 256GB of solid-state storage, all wrapped up in a keyboard that’s beautiful to type on, and I love it.

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Prime members can save $5 on $25 of groceries at Amazon through Cyber Monday

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:47

SAVE $5 WHEN YOU SPEND $25: Even as Black Friday winds down, the savings are still plentiful, especially on essentials. Amazon is running a fantastic promotion on groceries that saves you $5 off $25 of select groceries.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon $5 off $25 of Amazon Groceries Promotion available on select groceries. Get Deal

What's the state of your post-Thanksgiving fridge? I know ours is packed to the brim with leftovers. But if you're on your last Tupperware of turkey or needing to restock on groceries for the week, there's a Black Friday deal for you. Right now, Amazon is helping you save on groceries.

As of Nov. 29, save $5 on $25 of select Amazon groceries. That's an easy 20% off that goes back in your pocket. Plus, the best part is that with Amazon groceries, you can get them delivered, giving you more time on the couch and less time among the crowds.

This promotion applies to select groceries, but luckily, it's not on obscure or expensive specialty items. The discount applies to everyday items to keep you well-nourished and fed. Grab fresh fruit like blueberries and raspberries, snacks like Ritz crackers and cheese sticks, and even sweet treats like Lindt truffles.

Amazon's grocery promotion ends Dec. 1 at 11:59 pm PT, so you have until Cyber Monday to shop.

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75+ Black Friday outdoor deals: Yeti, Jackery, Arcteryx, LifeStraw still at record lows

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:45
The best Black Friday outdoor deals still live: Best large power station deal Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 $679 (save $820 at Amazon) Get Deal Best outdoor speaker deal JBL Charge 6 $129.95 (save $70 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Yeti deal Yeti Tundra 45 $260 (save $65 at Yeti) Get Deal Best Black Friday essential deal LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $9.99 (save $9.96 at Amazon) Get Deal Best camping deal Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket $74.96 (save $24.99 at Amazon) Get Deal Best tent deal Coleman Skydome Tent (4 Person) $91.99 (save $58 at Amazon) Get Deal Best portable power station deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station $349 (save $100 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Bluetooth cooler deal Igloo Kool Tunes Retro Bluetooth Boombox Cooler $83.99 (save $56 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Outdoor Apparel Deal Arc'teryx Thorium Down Hoody $350.09 (save $149.91 at REI) Get Deal Best Soft Cooler Deal Yeti Hopper M Series Portable Soft Coolers $199 (save $101 at Amazon) Get Deal

Black Friday is technically over, but most of the savings live on for a little while longer. You may not think of the Black Friday season as a time to grab outdoor gear, but you'd be surprised at how many big price drops we've seen on everything from portable power stations and outdoor speakers to coolers and hydration essentials.

Whether you want to gear up for cold-weather adventures, stock up for spring and summer camping, or grab some holiday gifts for great prices, 'tis the season to score outdoor deals. We're tracking all of the best Black Friday outdoor deals below as we head into Cyber Monday, so check back for the latest deals.

Some popular favorites got the real deal treatment for Black Friday — like LifeStraw personal water filters, Coleman tents and camping gear, and action cameras from DJI and GoPro. Thankfully, for all you procrastinators out there, most of those deals are still live as we head into Cyber Monday. We've even spied some deals on outdoor apparel from Arc'teryx on sale.

Be sure to follow along with Mashable's coverage of every category in our Black Friday and Cyber Monday hubs.

Best Black Friday outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 $679 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $820   Get Deal Why we like it

A solid mid-range power station, the small and mighty Explorer 2000 v2 is lightweight enough (under 40 pounds) to carry with you on camping trips, boating, tailgating, and other outdoor adventures. It's also equipped with 2,042Wh capacity, which makes it powerful enough to serve as a home battery backup in emergencies as well. That's enough power to keep your fridge running for over a day, heat up a meal in the microwave, and brew plenty of cups of coffee. It packs three AC outlets, one USB-A port, and two USB-C ports, as well as a built-in light and super-charge emergency mode on board for a variety of needs. It dropped to a record-low $699 for Black Friday — $800 off its $1,499 list price — and we didn't think it could get any lower. But somehow, post-Black Friday, it dropped another $20. In this case, procrastinating paid off.

Note: Amazon has deflated its list price, which sells this deal short. It's usually listed for $1,499, making it a much more impressive 55% in savings.

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

A quality Bluetooth speaker makes a great companion in the great outdoors and the JBL Charge 6 is our favorite. It's powerful enough to be used for an outdoor party, but still lightweight enough at just 2 pounds to tote around. It even comes with a handy removable strap for ultra portability. Plus, as its name suggests, it can charge other devices via USB-C. We don't love that it's $20 more than its predecessor at $199.95, but this Black Friday deal dropped it to a more palatable $129.95 at both Amazon and Best Buy. And thankfully, the deal is still live post-Black Friday if you missed out.

Best Black Friday cooler deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix EverFrost 2 (40 liter) $598.49 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $301.50   Get Deal Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the Anker Solix EverFrost 2 electric cooler.

Instead of dealing with the hassle of melting ice, upgrading your outdoor adventures with an electric cooler is one of the most convenient luxuries. The powerful Anker Solix EverFrost 2 electric cooler is easy use and transport, and you can set the temperature as a freezer or refrigerator. Not only will the cooler keep your foods perfectly chilled for days, the battery that powers up the electric cooler can also recharge your phone at the campground.

Best outdoor apparel deal Opens in a new window Credit: Arc'teryx Arc'teryx Thorium Down Hoody $350.09 at REI
$500 Save $149.91 Deal ends Dec. 1 Get Deal Why we like it

Over at REI, you can score bargains on all your favorite outdoor equipment, including gorpcore legends like Arc'teryx. The men's Thorium Down Hoody is currently 29% off, and you'll pay just over $300 for this comfy cozy hoodie. With 750-fill-power goose down inside, you'll stay warm even in the most bitter cold, and without compromising your movement. You can find even more Arc'teryx discounts at the REI Black Friday sale.

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Everything to know about Walmart Black Friday 2025: When does the sale end, best deals, and Cyber Monday early access

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:41

Black Friday is here, and as a consumer, it's totally overwhelming. You're getting inundated with so many deals from every single retailer, and it's hard to stay focused and find the best deals. Right now, we're focusing on one retailer's Black Friday sale: Walmart.

Walmart's best Black Friday deals at a glance: Apple AirPods 4 $69 (save $60) Get Deal Hisense 55-inch H5 Series 4K Roku TV $168 (save $110) Get Deal Magic Bullet Essential Blender $15 (save $24.99) Get Deal PlayStation 5 Digital Fortnite Flowering Chaos bundle (825GB) $399 (save $100.99) Get Deal Fitbit Inspire 3 $69.95 (save $30) Get Deal Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 (save $120) Get Deal "Elden Ring" (PS5/PS4 and Xbox) $15 (save $44.99) Get Deal

While Amazon dominates the online space, Walmart is where you go to shop for low prices in person. If you prefer to avoid shipping costs and want to go hands-on with products before buying, most Walmart stores are open during their regular hours now that Black Friday has passed. Black Friday deals are still lingering, which you can shop online and on the Walmart mobile app, so feel free to shop from your couch instead. Plus, Cyber Monday is coming, and the bulk of those deals will be online too.

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and more

Here's everything you need to know about Walmart's holiday sales, including its upcoming Cyber Monday 2025 sale, when the sales end, whether the retailer price matches, and the best deals to shop.

When does Walmart's Black Friday sale end?

Walmart's Black Friday sale runs through Sunday, Nov. 30, at midnight ET. As mentioned, its holiday deals are available in stores, online, and on its mobile app.

On Dec. 1, Walmart will host a 24-hour Cyber Monday sale that takes place exclusively online.

Best Black Friday deals at Walmart

Here are the best Black Friday deals we've spotted at Walmart so far.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69 at Walmart
$129.99 Save $60.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Fortnite Flowering Chaos bundle (825GB) $399 at Walmart
$499.99 Save $100.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Insect Collection 21342 $40 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $39.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux Headphones $27 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $52.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Magic Bullet Magic Bullet Essential Blender with To-Go Lid $15 at Walmart
$39.99 Save $24.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD $549 at Walmart
$649 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 at Walmart
$249 Save $120   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bandai Namco Entertainment "Elden Ring" (PS5/PS4 and Xbox) $15 at Walmart
$59.99 Save $44.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 55-inch H5 Series 4K Roku TV $168 at Walmart
$278 Save $110   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 85-inch S4 4K Roku TV $498 at Walmart
$698 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop $459.99 at Walmart
$749.99 Save $290   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V12 Detect Slim $399.99 at Walmart
$729.99 Save $330   Get Deal Best Walmart Black Friday ad highlightsTV dealsApple dealsFitness tracker dealsGaming dealsLaptop dealsRobot vacuum dealsHeadphone dealsDeals on good gift ideasDoes Walmart price-match Black Friday deals?

No — Walmart won't price-match other retailers' Black Friday deals, and it doesn't offer retroactive price adjustments. However, if something you bought there recently gets cheaper later on during its Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales, you can always just return it and rebuy it. Under Walmart's extended holiday return policy, most items purchased in stores or online from Oct. 31 to Dec. 31 are returnable until Jan. 31, 2026.

Walmart Cyber Monday early access

Paid Walmart+ members got to shop the retailer's Black Friday sale five hours before everyone else, and they'll get the same opportunity ahead of its Cyber Monday sale. The deals will open to Walmart+ members in early access at 7 p.m. ET on Nov. 30.

If you haven't joined the Walmart+ program yet, Walmart has a promotion going on for new members. One-year subscriptions are just $49 (or 50% off) through Tuesday, Dec. 2. A Walmart+ membership comes with tons of other perks besides early access to its biggest sales, including free delivery, free access to either Paramount+ or Peacock, and gas discounts.

Opens in a new window Credit: Walmart Walmart+ (1-year membership) $49 at Walmart
$98 Save $49   Get Deal
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I just found an RTX 5090 for $999 on Amazon — here's why you should never buy one

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:30

If there's one single PC component that's always outrageously expensive, it's Nvidia's RTX 5090 graphics card. It launched at $1,999, but good luck finding it for less than $2,300, and some models hit over $3,000.

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Apple's rumored $600 MacBook could kill the Chromebook

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:30

The MacBook lineup is one of the best-performing laptops, but at its price, it’s not the most appealing to the average consumer. Apple released a 12-inch laptop in 2015 that fit the mold of a budget-friendly MacBook, but it was poorly received because it lacked key features and cost too much.

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100+ of the best Black Friday gaming deals still live: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC deals still live

Mashable - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:27
The best Black Friday gaming deals at a glance Best Xbox deal Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Gaming Controller $139.99 (save $60) Get Deal Best PlayStation deal PlayStation 5 Disc Edition Console (Slim) $449.00 (save $100.99) Get Deal Best Nintendo deal 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch/Switch 2 $55.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best PC gaming deal Thermaltake LCGS View u2880-380 Gaming Desktop (Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB SSD) $2899.99 (Save $300) Get Deal Best Black Friday PS5 bundle deal PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of The Mountain Bundle $299 (Save $100.99) Get Deal

As we go from Black Friday to Cyber Monday, retailers are still jam-packed with gaming deals. You can pick up pretty much anything gaming-related at a discount. Consoles, games, controllers, headsets, extra storage, gaming PCs, gaming laptops, and other accessories are all fair game in the wake of the year's biggest sale event. If you're looking to upgrade your battle station or add to your backlog, there's still time to do it for a bargain price. There are a huge number of live and last-chance gaming deals out there.

SEE ALSO: 85+ Black Friday deals: We found record-low prices on AirPods, MacBooks, Samsung TVs, and Kindles

And don't forget: We'll be updating this article through Cyber Monday on Dec. 1. But here are the best gaming deals available right now:

Best Black Friday Xbox deal Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Gaming Controller $139.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

While we're seeing price hikes across the board at camp Xbox, their best-in-class premium controller, the Elite Series 2 Core, is currently $60 off. It's one of the cheapest ways to get a modular controller that does the job on Xbox Series consoles and PC.

More Black Friday Xbox dealsXbox controllersXbox headsetsXbox gamesBest Black Friday PlayStation deal Opens in a new window Credit: PlayStation PlayStation 5 Disc Edition Console (slim) $449 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $100.99   Get Deal Why we like it

PlayStation has quite a few exciting Black Friday deals, but if you've been hoping to get a new console ahead of the holidays, now's a great time to do it. Amazon's slashed $100.99 off the price of the PlayStation 5 slim disc edition console, bringing its price down from $549.99 to $449.

With this 1TB console, you'll be all set to play a wide variety of games over the holidays. It even comes with Astro's Playroom pre-installed, which is a delightful game to jump into right away! And with GTA 6 expected to arrive next year, what better time to grab a new console to play one of the biggest games of all time?

More Black Friday PlayStation dealsPlayStation consolesPlayStation headsetsPlayStation gamesBest Black Friday Nintendo deal Opens in a new window Credit: 8Bitdo 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller for Switch/Switch 2 $55.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $14.00   Get Deal Why we like it

This has replaced my Pro Controller when playing my Nintendo Switch 2. The buttons are nice and clicky, the RGB thumbsticks are a nice touch, and it feels great to hold. It carries the same minimalist aesthetic of Nintendo controllers, but feels more tactile. Plus, with the added discount and an included charging dock, you should be considering this controller for Nintendo Switch 1/2 and even PC.

More Black Friday Nintendo dealsNintendo gamesNintendo controllersBest Black Friday PC gaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Thermaltake Thermaltake LCGS View u2880-380 Gaming Desktop (Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB SSD) $2,899.99 at Amazon
$3,199.99 Save $300   Get Deal Why we like it

As a quick rule of thumb, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 is the sweet spot for gaming rigs in 2025, smashing out 4K 60FPS performance at a minimum and having DLSS 4 to crank extra frames on lower spec builds overall.

This build rocks an RTX 5080 with a solid CPU, 32GB DDR5 RAM (16GB is enough for high-spec gaming right now), and a spacious 2TB M.2 SSD. It's a beastly gaming rig and is $300 off, bringing this build to $2,899.99. I've also found some more great deals on pre-built gaming PCs, gaming laptops, mice, keyboards, and headsets. If you need something for your loadout, it's here.

More Black Friday PC gaming dealsPrebuilt Gaming PCsGaming laptopsGaming monitorsGaming keyboardsGaming miceGaming headsetsGaming wheelBest Black Friday PS5 bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of The Mountain Bundle $299 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $100.99   Get Deal Why we like it

If you’re looking to go the whole digital hog this Black Friday, the PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain Bundle is most certainly that: VR2 headset, Horizon Call of the Mountain game, and PS VR2 Sense controllers.

In gaming terms, it really is another world. But it’s a little more accessible to everyone for Black Friday thanks to a competitive markdown of over $100. That means the whole bundle is just $299.99 for the immersive 4K visuals, 110º field of view, and ultra-intuitive controls with haptic feedback — all of which make you feel like you really are right there in the action.

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You're probably pronouncing Ubuntu wrong—and these 7 other Linux terms

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:15

The world of Linux and its open source ecosystem of software is riddled with acronyms, initialisms, and just plain weird words. Some of them are hard to pronounce correctly without guidance, or if you're not in the know on the word origins.

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That time Motorola put a keyboard on the back of a phone

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 16:00

Physical keyboards on phones aren't really a thing anymore, and that's a shame. Not because they were better than virtual keyboards, but because they allowed for some truly strange phone designs. Take the Motorola Backflip, for example.

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Why should I pay for a password manager?

How-To Geek - Sat, 11/29/2025 - 15:30

Are you on the fence about paying for a password manager? Let me help you out: pay for one. I’ve used quite a few password managers over the years, including the one built into my browser. I’ve happily paid for 1Password for nearly a decade, and would have it no other way.

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