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85+ Black Friday deals: We found record-low prices on AirPods, MacBooks, Samsung TVs, Kindles, and Ninja appliances
We're officially back in Black Friday season, folks.
Though Black Friday falls on Nov. 28 this year, all the big retailers have already kicked off their sales. Best Buy dropped early deals and doorbusters starting Oct. 31, and Target started its first holiday savings event on Nov. 6. Now, both Walmart and Amazon have joined the fray, delivering record prices on AirPods, Apple Watches, Kindles, Legos, Ninja appliances, and Samsung TVs. We've spotted plenty more Black Friday-worthy deals that you can shop now to get ahead of your holiday shopping list or pick out something nice for yourself. With any luck, your packages will arrive before the turkey is done.
Keep checking back for the latest Black Friday deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and beyond. The major players have special daily deals you won't want to miss.
Best 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 for Black Friday this year. 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 Cyber Monday (and we're not counting on it), you still score a great deal without waiting for shopping chaos later this week.
More Apple deals 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 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 4 (without ANC) $69 at Amazon
$129 Save $60 Get Deal Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) $99.99 at Amazon
$179 Save $79.01 Selling out fast! Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy 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) $399.99 at Best Buy
$549 Save $149.01 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 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 Best Black Friday headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $299 at Amazon
$429 Save $130 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy 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) $216 at Amazon
$299 Save $83 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 Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones $27 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $52.99 Get Deal Best 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 Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo $329.99 at Amazon$699.99 Save $370 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $148 at Amazon
$299 Save $151 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy E20 3-in-1 $297.49 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $152.50 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba 105 $169 at Amazon
$219 Save $50 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 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 F35-Series 4K HDR LED Smart Fire TV (2025) $169.99 at Best Buy$329.99 Save $160 Doorbuster deal Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV 2-Series HD Smart Fire TV $99.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $50.00 Get Deal 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: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch S90F 4K OLED Smart TV (2025) $1,397.99 at Amazon
$1,997.99 Save $600 Editor's pick ✅ 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 deals on fitness trackers and smartwatches Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 at Amazon$99 Save $20 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel Watch 4 $349.99 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $50 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal 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 $599.95 at Amazon
$749.99 Save $150.04 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 Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Crispi 3-in-1 portable air fryer $129 at Walmart
$149 Save $20 $30 cheaper than the 4-in-1 model Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dash Dash My Mug ice cream maker $29.99 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $15.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl $297.49 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $52.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Moccamaster Moccamaster 53928 Select Coffee Maker (10-cup) $239.99 at Amazon
$359 Save $119.01 Get Deal Best 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 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 as marked, so no discount code is needed.
More 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 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 never been easier to recommend.
More Black Friday power station deals EcoFlow River 2 $249 at Amazon$449 Save $200 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 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 Black Friday outdoor deals Opens in a new window Credit: Yei Yeti Tundra 45 $265 at Yeti$320 Save $55 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Rambler 42-ounce Tumbler $31.50 at Amazon
$45 Save $13.50 Get Deal 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: Anker Anker Solix EverFrost 2 (40-liter) $598.49 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $301.50 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
It's no surprise that some of the best Black Friday deals of 2025 come from Amazon, which officially kicked off its sale on Nov. 20. The Everything store is hosting record sales on Amazon devices like Kindles and Fire TVs, but also some of our favorite products from brands like DJI, Ninja, Yeti, and Samsung. Amazon is also a great place to stock up on Christmas gifts, stocking stuffers, and deals under $25.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX) $66 at Amazon$119 Save $53 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bissell Bissell Little Green Mini Portable Carpet Cleaner $74.99 at Amazon
$94.99 Save $20 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) $279
$349 Save $70 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 $15.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $14.00 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: National Tree Company Pre-Lit 6.5-Foot Dunhill Fir Artificial Christmas Tree $179.98 at Amazon
$254.03 Save $74.05 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 Amazon Kindle Kids $94.99 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $35.00 Get Deal at Amazon 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: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Nural $399 at Amazon
$549 Save $150 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Rally Rally Orbital Massager $399 at Amazon
$499 Save $100 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 access to the best Black Friday deals, and you can either sign up for a free trial or get 50% off a membership. With the start of its official Black Friday sales event on Nov. 25, the original Everything Store has even more great deals on video games, kitchen gadgets, Legos, and even Dyson vacuums than we saw leading up to the sale.
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 Opens in a new window Credit: Magic Bullet Magic Bullet Essential Blender $15 at Walmart
$39.99 Save $24.99 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar $35.99 at Walmart
$44.99 Save $9 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Flex $30.01 at Walmart
$69.95 Save $39.94 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo Series 35S $459.99 at Walmart
$749.99 Save $290 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 at Walmart
$499 Save $121 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 Friday since Halloween. Some of those deals have stuck around, and some are fleeting. For inspiration, you can check out the Best Buy Black Friday ad scan, but we've also collected the best Best Buy deals of the moment.
Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch F35 4K UHD HDR LED Smart Fire TV (2025) $169.99 at Best Buy$329.99 Save $160 Doorbuster TV Deal Get Deal 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
Intel might finally steal this feature from AMD chips
Intel has so far chosen to avoid adding one key feature AMD has been using for years to increase the performance of its chips—a larger L3 cache, which actually results in a tangible performance increase in games. This might finally change soon.
Character.AI debuts choose-your-own-adventure Stories for teens
Character.AI is rolling out a new narrative feature called Stories, a visual, choose-your-own-adventure format that lets users stitch together short interactive tales starring their favorite characters. On paper, it’s a fun, image-driven update, but it’s also Character.AI’s first major attempt to rebuild the experience for teens after shutting down open-ended chats for users under 18 after intense scrutiny, lawsuits, and widespread safety concerns.
Stories, according to the company, are a "structured, visual, multi-path format" meant to give teens a safe way to keep engaging creatively with the platform without the risks that came with freeform chat. The new mode allows users to select two or three characters, choose a genre, write or auto-generate a premise, and then make choices as the story unfolds. It’s replayable, designed for sharing, and built around user-generated worlds. And importantly, Character.AI positions it as a tool "built for all users — especially teens."
This pivot didn’t come out of nowhere. Last month, Mashable reported that Character.AI would "no longer permit under-18 account holders to have open-ended conversations with chatbots," citing the company’s own admission that open chat poses unresolved risks for younger users. CEO Karandeep Anand called the decision "bold," insisting it wasn’t tied to any one scandal, but to broader questions about the use of youth chatbots.
But of course, this followed a wave of lawsuits, including wrongful-death cases and claims from parents who said their children had been sexually groomed or traumatized by explicit bot interactions.
Our reporting earlier this year extensively documented these harms. Teens encountered chatbots that acted out sexualized role-play, simulated assault, and urged them to hide conversations from parents — behavior that one parent described as "like a perfect predator."
SEE ALSO: Character.AI to shut down chats for teensSafety advocates and attorneys told Mashable that if a human adult had initiated the kinds of sexual exchanges found on Character.AI, it would clearly constitute grooming or abuse. Experts warned that young users often don’t realize they’re being manipulated, and that the emotional fallout can mirror trauma from real-world exploitation.
Against that backdrop, Stories could appear to some as Character.AI’s attempt to reengineer the product around its youngest users, especially after limiting their chats to two hours a day and announcing a full shutdown of teen open-ended chat access after Nov. 25.
SEE ALSO: I 'dated' Character.AI's popular boyfriends, and parents should be worriedBy giving teens a guided, genre-driven sandbox filled with branching choices instead of freeform chat, Character.AI is trying to thread an impossible needle: Keep young users invested in the platform while addressing concerns about safety, trust, and its own role in the emotional dependencies some teens developed.
The company promises Stories won’t recycle sensitive or previously undetected content from old chats. In the months ahead, the company has plans for more teen-friendly "AI entertainment" features like gaming.
Safety advocates remain cautious. As one told Mashable back in October, the company’s new safeguards are a "positive sign" but also "an admission that Character AI’s products have been inherently unsafe for young users from the beginning."
Why the Volkswagen Tiguan offers strong value compared to the Toyota RAV4
Crossovers like the Toyota RAV4 have long dominated the market, but there’s one model quietly offering more value than most shoppers realize. The Volkswagen Tiguan often flies under the radar, yet its blend of space, refinement, and pricing makes it a compelling alternative for anyone considering the segment’s best-sellers. For buyers focused on practicality and long-term value, it may deliver more than expected.
Save $2,500 on the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra — the ultimate Black Friday power station deal
SAVE $2,500: The EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra is on sale for $3,799 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's the lowest-ever price for this model
Opens in a new window Credit: EF EcoFlow EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra $3,799 at Amazon$6,299 Save $2,500 Get Deal
We're scanning the web for the best deals on Apple products, big-screen TVs, and robot vacuums over Black Friday. We also take great pride in finding you budget-friendly deals for under $25 and under $50. This is not one of these deals. This is at the other end of the spectrum.
The EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra is on sale for $3,799 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $2,500 off and the lowest-ever price for this model. We've already seen a bunch of impressive deals on power stations over Black Friday, but this might be the best of the bunch. It's over $2,000 off for goodness sake.
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The Delta Pro Ultra is a whole house generator that includes an inverter and a battery. One inverter supports 120V and 240V and has a massive 7,200W output, allowing you to run almost any heavy household appliance in an emergency. One battery of 6kWh can be fully recharged in two hours. That's "faster than any other 6kWh solar generator," according to EF EcoFlow.
Save over $2,000 on the EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra in the Amazon Black Friday sale.
Go big on Black Friday — the 3 best Black Friday deals on huge 100-inch TVs
Black Friday and huge, discounted TVs go hand-in-hand. It’s a tale as old as time. And by huge, we’re talking whopper-sized smart TVs with all the latest spec and features. In this case, TVs that measure a full 100 inches (or thereabouts). It’s the kind of TV that takes you to another plane of reality, whether you’re immersed in a movie, game, or live sporting event.
There are a number of 100-inch TVs on sale at Amazon for Black Friday. So here’s a quick roundup of the best models and biggest savings.
The best Black Friday TV deal for movies Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 100-inch Class QD6 Series $1,299.99 at Amazon$1,999.99 Save $700 Get Deal Why we like it
The Hisense 100-inch Class QD6 Series is perhaps best described as the entry level model in this roundup — if indeed there’s such a thing as an entry level 100-inch TV. It uses QLED screen technology, with support for more eye-popping tech — Dolby Vision, 4K upscaling, AI smooth motion, and a billion shades of color. It also has Gaming Mode Pro, with gaming specific refresh rate of 144Hz, plus a Filmmaker Mode that optimises movies so they’re seen the way the filmmakers intended. It runs on the popular Fire TV operating system and has an Alexa remote for voice assistant control. And it currently has a major discount of $700 for Black Friday.
The best Black Friday TV deal for sport Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 100-Inch U7 Mini-LED ULED TV $2,197.99 at Amazon$3,497.99 Save $1,300 Get Deal Why we like it
The Hisense 100-inch U7 Mini-LED ULED is a step up from the above TV, both in terms of spec and Black Friday discount. With a massive saving of $1,300 it represents even more value than the cheaper model. It’s built with ULED screen technology — which is Hisense’s own version of QLED — and has a souped up refresh rate of 165Hz, plus AI-powered image optimizing, Dolby Atmos, and an anti-reflection display for comfortable all-day viewing. It also throws Game Ultra and Filmmaker modes into what is already a monster package.
The best Black Friday TV deal for gaming Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony Bravia 5 98-Inch $3,998 at Amazon$4,999.99 Save $1,001.99 Get Deal Why we like it
OK, so the Sony Bravia 5 98-inch is two inches short of the full 100, though you’ll hardly notice when the TVs are this massive. And what it lacks in a couple of inches it makes up for in spec. This is the biggest model from Sony’s flagship Bravia range. Powered by the Google TV operating system and Mini-LED display technology, it’s made for the full home cinema experience, featuring access to the largest selection of IMAX Enhanced movies you'll find via the Sony Pictures Core app. An XR processor uses AI to tweak and optimize every frame. In other words, this TV looks incredible.
The Home Depot is giving away free cordless tools for Black Friday: See the top BOGO deals
Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy get a lot of attention for their annual Black Friday sales, but we're here to put some respect on the Home Depot's name. Just like last year, the Home Depot is giving away free cordless tools with eligible purchases in an epic BOGO promotion. As part of this buy-one-get-one sale, you can pick up a cordless drill, an extra battery and charger pack, a cordless leaf blower, a circular saw, and tons more tools with your purchase. The extra tool is absolutely free.
All you have to do is pick out a qualifying "main item" and the free tool of your choice will be included in your order. A ton of top-rated Ryobi, Dewalt, and Milwaukee products are available as freebies in this promotion. Here's an example of how it works: Add the Milwaukee Cordless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit to your cart, and then you'll be able to select a free gift with purchase. Options include a $200 portable tire inflator, a $279 nail gun, or a $199 reciprocating saw, also from Milwaukee.
SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and moreIn total, more than 123 popular cordless tools and power tool combo kits are included in the Home Depot's Black Friday BOGO sale. We've included some standout cordless tool deals, as well as the best competitor deals from other retailers, below.
Best BOGO deal from the Home Depot Opens in a new window Credit: Dewalt Dewalt Atomic 20V Max Cordless Impact Wrench $199 at The Home Depot$438 Save $239 Free tool with purchase Get Deal Why we like it
An impact wrench is a clutch tool to have on hand for a variety of DIY jobs around the house (from assembling furniture to building a whole-ass patio) to car repairs. This well-reviewed model from Dewalt is sporting a 55% discount at Home Depot — one of the heftiest price drops you'll see on a power tool this Black Friday — and it comes with a free tool of your choice.
More BOGO free cordless tool deals from the Home DepotRyobi One+ 18V Whisper Series Cordless Leaf Blower (with 4.0 Ah Battery and Charger) — $149 (free tool with purchase)
Ridgid 18V Max Output Starter Kit (2 batteries) – $149 $308 (free tool with purchase)
Dewalt 20V Max Battery Kit with 5.0Ah and 2.0Ah Battery and Charger — $199 (free tool with purchase)
Milwaukee M18 18-Volt Cordless Electric Portable Tire Inflator — $199 (free tool with purchase)
Dewalt 20V Max Cordless Brushless Circular Saw — $229 (free tool with purchase)
Milwaukee M18 Cordless Top Handle Chainsaw — $299 $349 (free tool with purchase)
M18 18-Volt Starter Kit with Two 6.0 Ah Batteries and Charger — $299 $349 (free tool with purchase)
Milwaukee M18 Cordless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit — $399 (free tool with purchase)
Milwaukee M18 18V Compact Brushless Cordless Impact Driver Kit – $99 $198 (save $100)
Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless Compact Drill/Driver — $99 $199 (save $100)
Ryobi ONE+ 18V 8 in. Cordless Oil-Free Pole Saw — $99 $120 (save $30)
DeWalt 20V Max Cordless Drill/Driver Kit — $129 $179 (save $50)
Dewalt 20V Max XR Oscillating Multi Tool — $129 $120 (save $90)
Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless 6-Tool Combo Kit — $199 $299 (save $100)
Milwaukee M12 Cordless Hammer, Drill, Impact Driver Combo Kit — $319 $369 (save $50)
Milwaukee M18 Cordless Combo Kit (9 tools) — $649 $1,199 (save $550)
Black Friday deals on cordless tools are just as valuable to the average non-handy person as they are to DIY experts. Just imagine being able to mount your new TV on the wall without begging a friend with a drill to come over. Or being able to assemble a new piece of furniture with an Allen wrench drill bit instead of twisting the entire thing by hand.
SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and moreBesides the Home Depot's BOGO sale, we've found a ton more Black Friday deals on cordless power tools at Amazon, Lowe's, and Best Buy.
Best Black Friday power tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dewalt Dewalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill Driver Set $119 at Amazon$179 Save $60 Get Deal Why we like it
This is a classic Black Friday deal that DIY-ers have counted on for years. Even if you're not a DIY expert, a cordless drill can make you feel like one. From assembling furniture to hanging up mirrors or mounting TVs, a cordless drill like this is an essential if you own your own home.
Lowe's Black Friday cordless power tool dealsCraftsman 20V 1/2-in Keyless Brushless Cordless Drill — $69 $99 (save $30)
Kobalt 24V 1/2-in Keyless Brushless Cordless Drill — $79 $149 (save $70)
DeWalt 20V Max 1/2-inch Keyless Brushless Cordless Drill — $119 $179 (save $60)
DeWalt 20V Max 2-Tool Power Driller/Driver and Impact Driver Kit — $169 $229 (save $60)
Metabo HPT 1-3/4-in 15 -Degree Pneumatic Coil Roofing Nailer — $249 $329 (save $80)
Worx 3-Speed Compact Screwdriver — $27.99 $49.99 (save $22)
Greenworks 24V 5-Tool Combo Kit (drill, impact driver, recip saw, light, and Bluetooth speaker) — $199.99 $499.99 (save $300)
Black Friday: SharkNinja is giving away high-value free gifts just for buying these Shark or Ninja gadgets on sale
Black Friday deals on Shark and Ninja appliances aren't hard to find. Any of the big retailers like Amazon or Target have at least one or two. But there's a major incentive to shop those Black Friday deals directly from the SharkNinja website instead: On top of matching those sale prices, SharkNinja is giving away a ton of free gifts with your purchase of popular gadgets like the Shark Glam, the Ninja Slushi or Ninja Crispi, or a Shark vacuum. Most are Mashable-backed items that we've tested and recommended even at full price.
And these aren't lousy little gifts like a free dustbin bag or free cleaning brush. The free gifts are also high-value Shark or Ninja products themselves, with most ranging in value from $79 to $169. Think free Shark NeverChange air purifier or free Ninja Blast blender — maybe something you were thinking of buying anyway, or maybe the perfect gift for someone on your list.
Here's a quick rundown of the best Ninja and Shark deals with the best free gifts:
Best Shark Black Friday deal with a freebie Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Cordless PowerDetect Clean & Empty System $399.99$549.99 Save $150 Free steam mop ($79 value) Get Deal Why I like it
Though I'd opt for a Dyson with a laser for vacuuming hard floors, this Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum is the best stick vacuum for pet hair on carpet that I've ever used even compared to the best Dysons. You can feel how tenacious the suction power is as you push it across the floor (or is it pulling you?)
The PowerDetect auto-empties its own dustbin every time you hang it back up to charge. Not only does this get you off the hook from emptying it yourself every day, but it means that every cleaning session starts with a clean slate — so you'll see proof of how much gunk was sucked up specifically from the room at hand.
The Shark Cordless PowerDetect is on sale for $399.99, matching its sale price at Amazon. That's already a phenomenal discount on a self-emptying stick vacuum, but grabbing the deal at SharkNinja directly is the only way you'll get a free $79 steam mop.
SEE ALSO: After 3 months and visible results, the Shark LED mask is a staple in my skincare routine More Shark and Ninja deals that come with free gifts Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged robot vacuum $699.99$1,199.99 Save $500 Free UltraCyclone Pro handheld vacuum ($89 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Glam Wet and Dry Hair Styler $349.99
$449.99 Save $100 Free Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Compact Pro ($129 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer Cooking System $159.99
$179.99 Save $20 Free spatula and Crispi container ($48 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Slushi (88 ounce) $269.99
$349.99 Save $80 Free insulated margarita cups (4) and travel tote bag ($149 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja NeverDull 17-piece Premium Knife System $229.99
$399.99 Save $170 Free Ninja Blast blender ($64) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Luxe Café Premier Series Espresso Machine Drip Coffee Maker & Cold Brew Machine $499.99
$599.99 Save $100 Free Sip Perfect travel mugs (2) and free Knock Box ($122 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Max $279.99
$399.99 Save $120 Free FlexBreeze HydroGo portable fan ($149 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja FrenchDoor Premier Air Fryer Convection Oven $229.99
$279.99 Save $50 Free wireless thermometer ($99 value) Get Deal
The 25 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.
Advent calendars are some of our favorite Christmas gifts, and with Black Friday coming up fast, you're running out of time to order. Already, some of the season's most popular Advent calendars have gone out of stock, but there are still plenty of festive countdowns available.
Our favorite Advent calendars: Best Skincare Advent Calendar Kiehl's Advent Calendar 2025 $152 (save $140) Get Deal Best Beauty Advent Calendar Sephora Premium Makeup & Skincare Advent Calendar Gift Set $65.60 (save $178.50) Get Deal Best Lego Advent Calendar Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 $35.99 (save $9) Get Deal BEST FOOD COUNTDOWN Bonne Maman Advent Calendar $54.99 Get Deal BEST FOR CROCS LOVERS Crocs Holiday Advent Calendar 2025 $25 (save $24.99) Get Deal Best for Kids Bluey Mini Figures 2025 Christmas Advent Calendar $15.99 (save $6) Get DealEven better, thanks to the best early Black Friday deals, you can find popular Advent calendars from top brands like Kiehl's and Williams-Sonoma on sale. Not every calendar will be on sale, but the best ones still represent a great deal, as they let you enjoy hundreds of dollars' worth of products for a lot less than you'd usually pay.
So, whether you're looking for the best beauty Advent calendars, calendars for kids, or something more traditional, we've gathered them all up into one place for you. Keep checking back as we approach Black Friday, as we'll keep adding more products as they go on sale — and crossing off the ones that go out of stock.
The best Advent Calendar to buy during Black Friday Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 $35.99 at Walmart$44.99 Save $9 Get Deal Why we like it
This Lego Christmas playset comes with 24 toys in total, and it's packed with easter eggs for Star Wars fans, young and old. (BB-8 as a snowman? A Jawa in a holiday sweater? Say less.) Adults can certainly enjoy Advent calendars, but we're not sure we can enjoy them quite as much as a kid eagerly awaiting the arrival of Santa Claus.
Even more Advent Calendars on sale Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Harry Potter 2025 Advent Calendar $31.49 at Amazon$44.99 Save $13.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ferrero Rocher Ferrero Collection Holiday Advent Calendar 2025 $26.57 at Amazon
Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Urban Outfitters Urban Outfitters Exclusive Beauty Advent Calendar $50 at Urban Outfitters
$160 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Kiehl's Kiehl's Advent Calendar 2025 $152 at Kiehl's
$292 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Sephora Sephora Premium Makeup & Skincare Advent Calendar Gift Set $66.50 at Sephora
$95 Save $28.50 $245 value Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bonne Maman Bonne Maman Advent Calendar $54.99 at Bonne Maman
Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Crocs Crocs Holiday Advent Calendar 2025 $25 at Crocs
$49.99 Save $24.99 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bluey Store Bluey Mini Figures 2025 Christmas Advent Calendar $15.99 at Amazon
$21.99 Save $6.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Williams-Sonoma Williams-Sonoma Christmas Popcorn Advent Calendar $47.97 at Williams-Sonoma
$79.95 Save $31.98 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bluey Store Bluey: Awesome Advent Calendar Book Bundle $19.60 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $10.39 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Funko Funko Pop! Countdown Calendar: The Nightmare Before Christmas $42.49 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $7.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: National Geographic National Geographic Gemstone Advent Calendar 2025 $20.49 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $9.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dermstore Dermstore 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar $210
$300 Save $90 $888 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Insight Editions Wicked For Good: The Official Advent Calendar - 25 Days of Surprises $24.49 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $10.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Onyx Coffee Lab Onyx Coffee Lab 2025 Advent Calendar $220 at Onyx Coffee Lab
Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Neiman Marcus Neiman Marcus 25 Days of Beauty Holiday Advent Calendar $225 at Neiman Marcus
Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig 24 Cups of Cheer Advent Calendar $19.99 at Keurig
$29.99 Save $10 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Credo Credo Beauty Vault Advent Calendar $140 at Credo
$175 Save $35 $416 value Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ulta Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Advent Calendar $39.99 at Ulta
Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peppa Pig Store Peppa Pig George's Party Advent Calendar $11.69 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $13.30 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Tea Forte Tea Forte Advent Calendar $49 at Amazon
$70 Save $21 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Palais Des Thés Palais Des Thés Advent Calendar $27.93 at Amazon
$39.90 Save $11.97 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: L'Occitane L'Occitane Advent Calendar $135 at Amazon
$238.50 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: E.l.f. E.l.f. Sleigh the Holidays Advent Calendar $95 at Amazon
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Buying RAM right now is a mistake, even on Black Friday
Are you enamored with the idea of scoring insane deals and buying new PC components this Black Friday? Now might be a decent time to buy a GPU or CPU, but you should pump the brakes on that hot RAM deal you might have found.
50+ Walmart Black Friday deals: Walmart has gone live with Lego, Dyson vacuums, AirPods at record-low prices
Walmart's official Black Friday sale runs between Nov. 25 and Nov. 30. We've combed through the latest drop of doorbusters, compared the options to competitors, and have handpicked a list of the worthwhile Walmart Black Friday deals to snag — before they sell out.
Walmart's Black Friday deals at a glance: GET ALL THE PERKS 1-Year Walmart+ Membership $49 (Save $49) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods 4 69 (save $60.99) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 (save $121) Get Deal Best Stick Vacuum Deal Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner $399.99 (save $330) Get Deal Best PlayStation deal PlayStation 5 Slim Disc Console (1TB) $449 (save $100.99) Get Deal BEST KITCHEN DEAL Magic Bullet Essential Blender with To-Go Lid $15 (save $24.99) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop $459.99 (save $290) Get Deal Best laptop deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549 (save $100) Get Deal Best Carpet Cleaner Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner $78.97 (save $44.62) Get DealWalmart is no longer in early Black Friday mode. The retailer's official Black Friday sale kicked off on Tuesday, Nov. 25 — which feels early until you remember that Target's official sale started on Nov. 23, and Best Buy's even earlier on Nov. 20. Walmart definitely brings the doorbusters to make up for that time, though: We're already seeing some jaw-dropping record-low prices, like the Apple AirPods 4 on sale for $69, the M1 MacBook Air for $549, the Lego Star Wars Executor Super Star Destroyer for $40, and Magic Bullets for just $15 a pop.
SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Get live updates on the latest sales, doorbusters, and deal dropsWe're keeping daily tabs on Walmart's Black Friday sale through its online-only Cyber Monday sale on Dec. 1:
Best Walmart Black Friday TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 at Walmart$499 Save $121 Get Deal Why we like it
Walmart officially has the cheapest 75-inch QLED TV of Black Friday so far. The 75-inch Hisense H5 QLED TV bumps the previous winner (the $399.99 75-inch Insignia QF QLED at Amazon) to second place by $20 and some change. If you're a Roku TV person over a Fire TV person anyway, this Hisense is such a no-brainer upgrade. Compared to a regular LED TV, the QLED difference in brightness and color saturation will be palpable the first time you try to watch anything in a sunlit room.
More Black Friday TV deals at Walmart43 inches and underVizio 32-inch Class HD LED TV — $98 $118 (save $20)
Hisense 55-inch H5 LED 4K TV — $168 $278 (save $110)
Samsung 65-inch Crystal UHD 4K TV — $328 $429.99 (save $101.99)
Hisense 65-inch Canvas QLED 4K TV — $947 $1,297.99 (save $350.99)
LG 65-inch C5 Series OLED 4K TV — $1,396.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,103)
Hisense 75-inch Class H5 Series QLED 4K TV — $378 $499 (save $121)
Samsung 75-inch Class QLED 4K TV — $598 $799.99 (save $201.99)
TCL 98-inch Q Series QLED 4K TV — $998 $1,798 (save $800)
PlayStation 5 Slim Disc (1TB) — $449 $549.99 (save $100.99)
$649 Save $100 Get Deal Why we like it
The M1 MacBook Air is the cheapest Apple laptop we recommend. It's quiet, sleek, super portable, and way faster than similarly priced Chromebooks. Walmart almost always has it on sale for $599 (regularly $649), so we were looking for an even deeper Black Friday discount. Our wish was granted: It's now just $549, or 15% off.
More Black Friday laptop deals at WalmartAcer Chromebook 315 (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $109 $209 (save $120)
Asus Vivobook Go 15 (Intel i3-N305, 8GB RAM, 256GB UFS) — $219 $349.99 (save $130.99)
HP Laptop 15 (Intel Core i5-1334U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $299 $589.99 (save $290.99)
HP OmniBook 5 (Intel Core Ultra 7 255U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $479 $979.99 (save $500.99)
Acer Nitro V 15 (Intel Core i5-13420H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $599 $929 (save $330)
$129 Save $60 Get Deal Why we like it
This AirPods deal is keeping us on our toes. We were already satisfied when Walmart dropped the AirPods 4 to a record low of $79.99 on Nov. 20, but as of Nov. 25, another $10.99 has been shaved off. How often do you get to say that the latest (non-Pro) AirPods are almost 50% off? Almost never, so bag these before they disappear.
More earbuds and headphones dealsJBL Tune 520BT On-Ear Headphones — $19.95 $59.95 (save $40)
Beats Flex — $30.01 $69.95 (save $39.94)
Beats Solo Buds — $39 $69 (save $30)
JBL Tune Flex (ANC) — $44.95 $54 (save $9.05)
JBL Tune Buds Ghost Edition Wireless Earbuds — $49.95 $99.95 (save $50)
Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $139 $249 (save $110)
Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) — $84.99 $129.99 (save $45)
JBL Tune 670NC Headphones — $64.95 $109.95 (save $45)
Beats Fit Pro (ANC) — $149 $199.99 (save $50.99)
$749.99 Save $290 Get Deal Why we like it
Roborock is quickly replacing iRobot as the most reliable robot vacuum brand. The brand made some of our favorite robot vacuums of the year, and this Qrevo Series self-emptier boasts 10,000 Pa of suction and the ability to mop your floors.
More Black Friday vacuum deals at WalmartBissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner — $78.97 $98.93 (save $19.96)
Lefant Robot Vacuum — $86.99 $289.99 (save $203)
ONSON 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $88.99 $359.99 (save $271)
Shark Matrix 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $194 $379.99 (save $185.99)
iRobot Roomba 1010 — $198 $339.99 (save $141.99)
Dyson Big Ball Turbinehead Canister Vacuum — $229.99 $379.99 (save $150)
Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner — $399.99 $729.99 (save $330)
Roborock Q10 X5+ — $259.99 $499.99 (save $240)
Dreame 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $399.98 $449.99 (save $50.01)
Roborock QV 35S 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $459.99 $749.99 (save $290)
$44.99 Save $9 Get Deal Why we like it
This is the time of year to snag Advent calendars while they're 1) on sale and 2) still in stock. This set comes with tons of mini figures and toys Star Wars fans will love. Can you say BB-8 as a snowman, or Jawa wearing an ugly Christmas sweater? You won't find this Black Friday Advent calendar deal at Amazon.
More Walmart Black Friday deals on toys and gamesLego Star Wars: Executor Super Star Destroyer 75356 — $40 $69.99 (save $29.99)
Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table 21265 — $40 $89.99 (save $49.99)
Hurry Up Chicken Butt by Exploding Kittens — $10 $19.99 (save $10)
Bluey Light Up Kids Scooter — $18 $34.99 (save $16.99)
Lego Botanicals Happy Plants Building Set — $18.39 $22.99 (save $4.60)
Hot Wheels Action 4-Loop Crash Out Track Set with Motorized Booster — $30 $53.99 (save $23.99)
Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars and The Mandalorian Gift Set — $45 $62.97 (save $17.97)
Lego Wicked Welcome to Emerald City Building Set — $74.94 $99.99 (save $25.05)
Seray Adjustable Outdoor Basketball Hoop — $186.99 $399.99 (save $213)
$399 Save $150 Get Deal Why we like it
Apple recently replaced the Series 10 smartwatch with the Series 11, but the only real difference between the two models? The newest version has a longer battery life. Besides that, they're virtually identical, except now the Series 10 is a lot more affordable. You won't find this watch on sale at Amazon, but at Walmart, the remaining sizes and colors are on sale for $249 — that's a savings of $150 on one of the best smartwatches in the world.
More Walmart deals on Apple productsApple AirTag — $18 $29 (save $11)
Apple iPad 11-inches (128 GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)
$39.99 Save $24.99 Get Deal Why we like it
Do we need to explain this one? It's a blender that costs $15, and from a brand we've had great experiences with before. This personal smoothie blender comes with a to-go cup and lid, so you can whip up a smoothie before work or class and take it with you.
More Black Friday kitchen dealsKeurig K-Express Essentials Plus — $35 $79 (save $44)
Ninja Professional Plus DUO Blender, 1400 W — $109 $129 (save $20)
Ninja Crispi 3-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer — $129.99 $299.99 (save $170)
Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Machine (72 oz) — $229 $299 (save $70)
Sam Altman describes OpenAI’s planned AI device in vibes
So far, physical AI devices have not been a hit with consumers. The much-talked-about Rabbit R1 didn't receive rave reviews from Mashable when we reviewed it last year, and now it's sort of languishing in tech purgatory. The other highly anticipated device, the Humane Pin, was already killed off in February, just one year after it launched.
Will OpenAI's device have better luck? OpenAI CEO Sam Altman seems to think so, according to what he had to say about it in a new interview.
If you haven't yet heard, OpenAI is currently working on an AI hardware product with Apple's former chief designer Jony Ive. So far, what is known about OpenAI's device is that it's a small screenless AI companion, which already sounds much like the other physical AI devices that came before it. The last we heard about OpenAI's AI device was that it was facing delays due to technical difficulties with both the software and hardware for the product.
OpenAI's 'vibes'-based AI deviceOver the weekend, Altman spoke more about OpenAI's AI device in an interview at Emerson Collective’s 9th annual Demo Day in San Francisco with Laurene Powell Jobs. While Altman didn't give too many more details about the device in terms of specifics, he did explain the "vibe" that OpenAI is going for with the product.
"I think the iPhone is like thus far, the crowning achievement of consumer products. It's an amazing thing," Altman said before launching into a criticism of the iPhone to Steve Jobs' widow. "But one of the things that has gone wrong is when I use current devices or most applications, I feel like I am walking through Times Square in New York and constantly just dealing with all the little indignities along the way: flashing lights in my face, tension going here, people bumping into me."
Altman explained that flashing notifications from all the various apps and social media platforms are an "unsettling thing." OpenAI is going for a much different vibe with their AI device.
According to Altman, the ChatGPT creator is aiming to bring a vibe of "sitting in the most beautiful cabin by a lake and in the mountains and sort of just enjoying the peace and calm" to its AI device.
"I think this actually just isn’t possible in the pre-AI world of technology," Altman said. "I think this isn’t possible with the current kinds of devices that we have."
Altman goes on to describe a device that makes users' lives "peaceful and calm and just letting us focus on other stuff." Altman envisions a device with "really smart AI that you trust to do things for you over longs periods of time" and that would "be contextually aware of when it should…present information to you or ask for your input or not."
"You trust it over time," Altman said. "And it does have just this incredible contextual awareness of your whole life."
Ive, who was also being interviewed alongside Altman, also went on to share that he believed the product would be out in less than two years.
"I hope when people see it, they say 'that’s it?' It's like so simple," Altman said. "But then it just does. As we were talking about, AI can do so much."
OpenAI's AI device sounds a lot like what the AI devices that came before it hoped to do. It looks like we may soon see if OpenAI is the first to actually pull it off.
Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.
The Volkswagen that out-luxes a Mercedes—without being an Audi
When you think of German luxury cars, names like Mercedes, BMW, and Audi probably come to mind first. But there’s a Volkswagen that quietly delivers all the luxury, style, and performance you’d expect—without the sky-high price tag.
Home Depot’s Milwaukee Black Friday doorbuster is a steal
It's that time of the year again. Not only is Black Friday and holiday shopping right around the corner, but the cold winter months are nearly here, which means more time in a warm garage working on DIY projects. If you're looking for some new power tools and battery packs, Home Depot just revealed some of its doorbuster deals, and one particular Milwaukee option caught my attention.
PayPal wants you to do holiday shopping through an AI chatbot
AI has matured a lot, and it wouldn't be right not to recognize it. But it also makes the occasional mistake. And when it comes to money, you probably don't want mistakes. So maybe steer clear of Perplexity this Black Friday season.
Score Apple TV+ for over 50% off for Black Friday at Amazon
SAVE $42: Through Dec. 1, new and returning subscribers can score Apple TV+ for just $5.99 per month for six months through Apple TV+ directly or as a Prime Video add-on. Usually $12.99 per month, that comes out to $42 total in savings.
Get Apple TV for $5.99 per month FOR PRIME MEMBERS Apple TV+ on Prime Video $5.99/month for 6 months (save $7 monthly) Get Deal Apple TV+ $5.99/month for 6 months (save $7 monthly) Get DealWhile HBO Max is currently the reigning champ of Black Friday streaming deals, we're also big fans of this six-month offer from Apple TV+.
Through Dec. 1, new and returning subscribers can score Apple TV+ for only $5.99 per month for six months through directly at Apple TV+ or in the form of a Prime Video add-on. For the latter, you'll have to be a Prime member or Prime Video subscriber to take advantage of the deal.
Just like basically every other streaming service, Apple TV+ raised its subscription cost in 2025 from $9.99 to $12.99 per month. Unlike most other streamers, however, Apple TV+ only offers a single ad-free subscription tier. That alone makes this Black Friday deal even sweeter.
We didn't see any major deals on Apple TV+ last Black Friday, but we did spot a Prime Day offer on the Prime Video add-on, which knocked the cost down to $4.99 per month. But that deal was only valid for two months. There have also been discounts from time to time for up to three months. This is the first time, however, that we can remember seeing a six-month-long discounted subscription.
Apple TV+ is flooded with excellent content, showcasing a virtually all-original lineup. You'll get to watch Emmy winners like The Studio, Ted Lasso, Severance, and The Morning Show, and Oscar-winners and nominees like CODA and Killers of the Flower Moon, all ad-free for just $5.99 per month. In other words, you'll get more than your money's worth. Just remember: If you don't want to pay the full $12.99 per month, cancel before the six-month promotional period is up.
Check out more Black Friday streaming deals you won't want to miss.
Windows handheld PCs are getting more Steam Deck-like features
The ROG Xbox Ally is getting a major quality of life boost that should make Windows handheld gaming feel a lot more like the streamlined experience you get on the Steam Deck. Microsoft, Xbox, and ASUS are rolling out a new feature called Default Game Profiles in preview, which will give you that boost.
Of the million Lego sets on sale for Black Friday, we found the 25 best deals: Star Wars, Botanicals, more
Black Friday wouldn't be Black Friday without deals on toys, and Legos on sale are an absolutely crucial building block of Black Friday toy deals. 2025 has already seen such a strong wave of Black Friday Lego deals, and you might break a sweat trying to keep tabs on which retailers have which set — unless you're reading Mashable's daily curated list of the best Lego deals from across the internet.
Lego sets we've seen on sale so far include coveted Lego Star Wars (including sets retiring soon), Minecraft, Wicked, and more, almost all at record-low pricing. If the fleeting early Lego deals that dropped last week are any indication, popular Lego deals don't stick around for long. If one catches your eye, grab it while it's still available.
SEE ALSO: What is camelcamelcamel? Just our secret weapon for finding the lowest prices on Amazon.We've gathered the very best Black Friday Lego deals spotted at Amazon, Target, Best Buy, Walmart, and the Lego website live as of Nov. 25.We'll keep this page updated with everything that drops (or sells out) throughout Cyber Monday.
Best Amazon Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars: Millenium Falcon 'A New Hope' 25th Anniversary 75347 $67.97 at Amazon$84.99 Save $17.02 Get Deal Why we like it
The adorable Grogu with Hover Pram set is expectedly sold out after an incredible 50% discount. But that was hardly Amazon's only good Lego Star Wars deal. It's not nearly as massive as the $849.99 Millenium Falcon you can buy, but this sick Millennium Falcon midi scale set is still unquestionably display worthy. It's a special edition that celebrates the 25th anniversary of "A New Hope," exhibited by a special plaque that sits on the display stand.
More Amazon Lego deals Lego Star Wars: 'The Phantom Menace' Mos Espa Podrace Diorama 75380 $50.99 at Amazon$79.99 Save $29.00 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils: T Rex Skull 76964 $24.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $15.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table Set 21265 $71.99 at Amazon
$89.99 Save $18 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698 $39.49 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $20.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Ideas Tuxedo Cat Building Sets for Adults 21349 $80 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $19.99 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle and Grounds 76419 $135.99 at Amazon
$169.99 Save $34 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Disney and Pixar ‘Up’ House 43217 $37.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $22 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece 10314 $34.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $15 Get Deal Best Lego direct deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Trotting Lantern 80116 $77.99 at Lego
$129.99 Save $52.00 Get Deal Why we like it
Super detailed Lego sets are some of the most fun. The fan favorite Trotting Lantern set looks like true decor when it's built and lit up with the Lego light brick, and can be customized with two alternative silhouette windows. Open it up to see three separate rooms inside, including a shadow theater and traditional new year food stalls.
Lego's official Black Friday sale starts on Black Friday itself (Nov. 28). We're anticipating deals on some mega popular sets (like Star Wars ships that rarely see discounts). Plus, spending at least $65 will unlock a free Lego set that can't be purchased separately: Spend $65 to get the Lego Card Game Set, spend $170 to get the Lego Hot Chocolate Stand, or spend $250 to get the Lego Mini Knight's Castle. Make sure you're a Lego Insiders member (it's free!) to get access to any exclusive promos and redeemable loyalty points.
Note: We previously named the Lego Star Wars: Desert Skiff and Sarlacc Pit set our favorite Lego website deal. It sold out there, but Macy's still has it in stock at the same $63.99 sale price.
More Lego direct deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Duplo Ariel's Magical Underwater Palace $47.99 at Lego$79.99 Save $32.00 Retiring soon! Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Wednesday & Enid's Dorm Room $53.99 at Lego
$89.99 Save $36.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Dreamzzz Cooper's Tiger Mech & Zero's Hot Rod Car $59.99 at Lego
$99.99 Save $40.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Dreamzzz Castle Nocturnia $139.99 at Lego
$199.99 Save $60 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego City F1 Garage & Mercedes-AMG & Alpine Cars $63.99 at Lego
$79.99 Save $16.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Travel Moments $89.99 at Lego
$149.99 Save $60.00 Get Deal Best Target Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Evergreen Collector's Set 66809 $41.99 at Target
$59.99 Save $18 Get Deal Why we like it
This cute Target-exclusive Lego Botanicals duo is $6 cheaper than when we first saw it on sale on Nov. 18. Now, you'll get both the Lego Mini Orchid and the Lego Lucky Bamboo sets together for $41.99 (a 30% discount). They'd make a relaxing office or windowsill decoration for any plant lover.
Target's official Black Friday sale started on Nov. 23, and with it came several new Lego deals we hadn't seen the week prior. A few of our favorite early Black Friday Lego deals at Target sold out quickly, so if you see a must-have on sale, grab it now.
More Target Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back AT-AT Driver Helmet Building Set for Adults 75429 $67.99 at Target$84.99 Save $17 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Sonic the Hedgehog Shadow the Hedgehog Gaming Gift and Sonic Playset 77000 $63.99 at Target
$79.99 Save $16.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars V-19 Torrent Starfighter 75432 $51.99 at Target
$64.99 Save $13.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Ideas The Evolution of STEM 21355 $45.99 at Target
$79.99 Save $34.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Harry Potter Chomping Monster Book of Monsters 76449 $47.99 at Target
$59.99 Save $12 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Ideas Willy Wonky and the Chocolate Factory 21360 $153.99 at Target
$219.99 Save $66 Get Deal Best Walmart Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table 21265 $40 at Walmart
$89.99 Save $49.99 Get Deal Why we like it
A best seller on the Lego website (but still full price on said Lego website), Walmart has the 15th anniversary Lego Minecraft Crafting Table for $40 — more than 50% off its usual $89.99. You don't need to punch any trees to get logs to build this crafting table. Minecrafters can hone a different type of building skill with this 1,195 piece set, which features five mini builds of 12 iconic Minecraft biomes inside the table itself.
Walmart dropped so many more great Lego deals for the kickoff of its Black Friday sale on Nov. 25. We've already watched on-sale Legos disappear at Walmart this month, so don't hesitate if you find a good price on a set you like.
More Walmart Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Interactive Mario & Standard Kart 72043 $43.99 at Walmart$54.99 Save $11 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Friends Explore Outdoors 66806 $25 at Walmart
$44.98 Save $19.98 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Artificial Wildflower Bouquet 10313 $47.95 at Walmart
$59.99 Save $12.04 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Santa's Sleigh 40499 $25 at Walmart
$42.95 Save $17.95 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Star Wars Executor Super Star Destroyer 75356 $40
$69.99 Save $29.99 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Wicked Glinda & Elphaba's Dormitory 75683 $48.97
$69.99 Save $21.02 Get Deal Best Best Buy Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Wicked Elphaba and Glinda Figures Fantasy Playset 75682 $8.25
$46.74 Save $38.49 Get Deal Why we like it
Are you shopping for someone whose favorite song has been Defying Gravity for the past year? Fans of any age will be psyched to display these adorable sparkly-eyed Glinda and Elphaba figurines on a shelf. Behind them, there's a window overlooking Oz.
Best Buy's Black Friday sale doesn't have as many good Lego deals as other retailers, but Best Buy will be dropping more deals daily.
More Best Buy Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Fortnite Peely Bone Collectible Kit for Adults 77072 $69.99 at Best Buy$99.99 Save $30 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Wicked Elphaba and Glinda 75682 $46.74 at Best Buy
$54.99 Save $8.25 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego DREAMZzz Castle Nocturnia Building Toy 71486 $169.99 at Best Buy
$199.99 Save $30 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Icons McLaren MP4/4 & Ayrton Senna Model Race Car for Adults 10330 $67.99 at Best Buy
$79.99 Save $12 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie´s House Video Game Toy 77050 $54.99 at Best Buy
$74.99 Save $20.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego DC Batman: Batman Construction Figure & the Bat-Pod Bike Action Toy 76273 $55.24 at Best Buy
$64.99 Save $9.75 Get Deal
Spotify might be raising its prices just after Wrapped
Well, it looks like your Spotify subscription is about to get even more expensive.
According to a new report from the Financial Times, Spotify is planning to increase subscription prices in the new year. The report states that analysts from JPMorgan estimate that Spotify users will face a $1-per-month price increase, bringing subscriptions up to $12.99 per month, about $3 more per month than when Spotify first launched 14 years ago.
While this will mark its first price hike in the U.S. since July 2024, TechCrunch reported, the streaming service has increased prices in other countries including the UK, Switzerland, and Australia.
All the while, conversations about Spotify Wrapped feel remarkably quiet in comparison to previous years, when the end of November was full of posts that read, "WHEN IS WRAPPED GOING TO DROP I NEED IT NOW?!?!?!?!?!?"
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.This is an interesting time for Spotify, to say the least.
Users have been leaving in droves, if you believe the sentiment of posters on X and Reddit, who say they're ditching the app for a variety of reasons from AI slop music to Spotify allowing ads for ICE recruitment. Musicians, too, are taking their music off of the platform, including Deerhoof, Xiu Xiu, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard, Hotline TNT, The Mynabirds, WU LYF, Kadhja Bonet, Young Widows, and more.
Just a few weeks ago, Spotify's CEO Daniel Ek announced he plans to step down to become the executive chairman.
Everything coming to HBO Max in December 2025
HBO Max is heating up December by way of all the new titles they’re adding—some of the most exciting of which are the arrivals of all seven seasons of one of television’s most renowned shows, Mad Men, and the 80s cult classic film The Goonies.
