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The best Cyber Monday laptop deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 (save $250) Get Deal Best Windows laptop deal Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $869.99 (save $530) Get Deal Best cheap laptop deal Acer Aspire 16 AI (Snapdragon X, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $449.99 (save $250) Get Deal Best cheap gaming laptop deal Lenovo LOQ 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 250, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $799.99 (save $390) Get Deal Best Chromebook deal Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus (Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) $349 (save $250) Get Deal

I write about all things laptops here at Mashable, and after spending hours digging through tech retailers' Black Friday sales, I'm delighted by the deals I'm seeing so far. A bunch of the best laptops we've tested are now on sale at steep discounts. That includes my top picks for most people, plus some more niche options in the budget, OLED, ultraportable, gaming, and dual-screen categories. You're not just saving a ton of money on laptops this holiday season — you're saving a ton of money on some truly great laptops.

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

Black Friday always coaxes out some of the best laptop deals of the whole year, so no surprises here. It's partly because retailers know that people are looking for good, giftable buys ahead of the holidays, but it's also because they're trying to offload their current inventories ahead of next-gen refreshes at the start of the following year. Enter: Record-low prices on MacBooks, Windows laptops, gaming PCs, and Chromebooks. Voila: An upgrade that's normally out of your budget is suddenly affordable.

Below, I've detailed the 14 top Black Friday laptop deals I've scouted so far. I've only picked the models that I'd happily add to my own cart if I was in the market for a new PC — they've all been tested and vetted by the Mashable team.

The M4 Apple MacBook Airs

Apple's latest MacBook Air is lightweight, quiet, and faster than 83% of the laptops in our entire testing database — it's a really impressive ultraportable. The 15-inch model is my top pick for most people, but the 13-inch model is great for college students and other users who want something a little cheaper and more portable. Both sizes were regularly on sale on Amazon for $200 off earlier this fall, and I really didn't think they'd get any cheaper at this point in their life cycles (considering they're still well under a year old). Shockingly, they're now $250 off at Amazon and Best Buy.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon and Best Buy
$999 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,199 Save $250   Get Deal The 14-inch M5 Apple MacBook Pro

The all-new MacBook Pro is my splurge pick if you want an Apple laptop with even more power, a brighter 120Hz display, more ports for creative work, and crazy-good stamina. (At 21 hours and 17 minutes, it has the longest battery life of any MacBook we've ever tried.) It debuted in mid-October at a starting price of $1,599 to a rave review from our tech editor. Right now, the base configuration with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is just $1,399 at Amazon and Best Buy — a whopping $200 off. That's a massive discount on a brand-spanking-new laptop.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,399 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,599 Save $200   Get Deal A refurbished 13-inch M2 Apple MacBook Air

If you're in the market for a dirt-cheap-but-not-too-outdated MacBook, Best Buy has a refurbished 13-inch M2 MacBook Air from 2022 on sale for just $499.99. Walmart is selling the older M1 model for $549 as part of its Black Friday programming, so this is a genuine steal. It has a better 1080p FaceTime camera, a lighter design, and a bigger, brighter, display compared to its predecessor, and it runs about 15% faster. Since it only comes with 8GB of RAM, it's best suited for simple everyday tasks like web browsing and sending emails.

UPDATE: Nov. 27, 2025, 1:10 p.m. EST This deal was sold out at the time of writing, but Best Buy could revive it sometime later this Cyber Weekend. You can sign up for restock notifications on its product page.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished $499.99 at Best Buy
$749 Save $249.01   Learn More The 13.8-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7

Microsoft's current flagship laptop is a well-rounded machine with a virtually unrivaled 23-hour battery life, speedy everyday performance, amazing build quality, and an elegant, lightweight design. The 13.8-inch model with a Snapdragon X Elite CPU is my favorite Windows laptop for most people, and the silver model with my ideal daily driver setup (16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage) is down to an all-time low of $869.99 for Black Friday 2025. It usually sells for $1,399.99, so you're saving 38%. Meanwhile, it's $999.99 at Best Buy and on Microsoft's website.

Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $869.99 at Amazon
$1,399.99 Save $530   Get Deal The Acer Aspire 16 AI

This $699.99 Windows laptop wowed me with its 17-hour battery life, great mix of ports, relatively lightweight frame, 120Hz touchscreen, and peppy performance. (It's the fastest sub-$900 laptop we've reviewed.) Amazon has it on sale for just $449.99, or 36% off.

Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Aspire 16 AI (Snapdragon X, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $449.99 at Amazon
$699.99 Save $250   Get Deal The Asus Zenbook A14

The Zenbook A14 is an awesome MacBook Air alternative with a beauteous OLED display, a 22-hour battery life, and a lightweight but sturdy design. It's actually 0.3 pounds lighter than a 13-inch MacBook Air (and it starts with double the storage for the same price). Best Buy's 45% Black Friday discount brings it down to just $549.99, which is a new all-time low.

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 The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x

If you can shell out an extra $250, you'll get an even nicer OLED display in the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x. It has a higher 3K resolution than the Zenbook A14, a better 90Hz refresh rate, and added touchscreen capabilities. It's a teensy bit faster, too, and it doesn't sacrifice much battery life — I got almost 20 hours out of it in my testing. Best Buy currently sells the base model with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage for $799.99, down from its usual price of $1,299.99. A 1TB version is available on Lenovo's website for $929.99, or 27% off.

Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $799.99 at Best Buy
$1,299.99 Save $500   Get Deal The Lenovo LOQ 15

The AMD-powered Lenovo LOQ 15 is "the perfect starter gaming laptop," says Mashable tech editor Timothy Beck Werth; he's been working through his first Cyberpunk 2077 run on an RTX 5060 configuration. I can't find that one listed anywhere, but this RTX 5050 model is on sale for just $799.99 during Lenovo's Black Friday sale (or 33% off). It should be capable of running most graphically demanding AAA games at 60fps on a 1080p resolution. It features a 144Hz refresh rate and a spacious anti-ghosting backlit keyboard, plus a healthy terabyte of storage.

Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo LOQ 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 250, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $799.99 at Lenovo
$1,189.99 Save $390   Get Deal The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14

The ROG Zephyrus G14 is the ultimate non-gamey gaming laptop: With a 3.3-pound, 0.6-inch thin aluminum design and a beautiful 3K OLED display, it could easily be confused with a silver MacBook Pro. We tested an AMD model with RTX 4060 graphics last year, and I found the next-gen version on sale for only $1,299.99 at Best Buy. It usually retails for $1,799.99, so you pocket $500 in savings.

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 The Alienware 16X Aurora

The Alienware 16X Aurora is my favorite gaming laptop for most people. It's an excellent mid-ranger featuring a 2.5K 240Hz matte display, a satisfying keyboard with one-zone RGB backlighting, and an attractive, port-packed design. The $1,999.99 variant I tested has a high-end Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, an RTX 5070 GPU, 32GB of memory, and 1TB of storage, and it's not on sale just yet. However, the same model with double the storage is only $1,649.99 on Dell's website (normally $2,099.99). That beats a competing deal at Best Buy by $50.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $1,649.99 at Dell
$2,099.99 Save $450.00   Get Deal The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i (Gen 10)

If you need more screen space than a regular laptop offers but don't love the idea of hauling around a separate monitor, allow me to introduce you to the latest Lenovo Yoga Book 9i. It's a gorgeous dual-screen laptop with twin 2.8K 120Hz OLED displays, a smooth detachable keyboard, and a zippy processor. (It's actually slightly speedier than an M4 MacBook Pro.)

This laptop is usually priced at $2,079.99, but Lenovo has it on sale for just $1,559.99 — a 25% savings. It's a better value than ever, especially when you add the fact that its matching mouse, stylus, keyboard case, and protective sleeve case are all included.

Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Yoga Book 9i (Intel Core Ultra 7 255H, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,559.99 at Lenovo
$2,079.99 Save $520.00   Get Deal The Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus

Lenovo's convertible Chromebook Plus is my favorite Chromebook for most buyers because of its stellar build quality, decent performance, great speakers, and nice keyboard. There are two configurations available for $599: One with an Intel Core i5-1334U processor and 256GB of storage (which we tested), and another with a less powerful Intel Core i3-1315U processor and 128GB of storage. The latter is obviously a worse value at full price, but Best Buy is currently selling it for $349 (or $250 off), making it a great option for budget shoppers with basic needs.

Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus (Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) $349 at Best Buy
$599 Save $250   Get Deal The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514

Acer's all-new Chromebook Plus Spin 514 features an unrivaled 18-hour battery life and a fast processor (relatively speaking) with an NPU that supports two exclusive AI features. I've tried the Best Buy-exclusive configuration that has 12GB of memory and a 120Hz touchscreen display, which retails for $699, and I'm kind of obsessed with it. It's overkill for most Chromebook users, sure, but it's definitely worth considering if you want a high-end, super-future-proofed model — especially now that it's $100 off for Black Friday. It's never been on sale before.

Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 (MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $599 at Best Buy
$699 Save $100   Get Deal

The best Black Friday drone deals at a glance: Best DJI drone deal DJI Mini 4K Drone Combo $309 (save $80) Get Deal Best Holy Stone drone deal Holy Stone HS720G Drone Bundle $191.99 (save $166) Get Deal

Drones have been all over the news lately, mainly due of DJI. While it's not official yet, it's possible that DJI drones will face a ban come December. Yes, December as in just a few weeks away. That means shopping Black Friday sales could be your last chance to snag a DJI drone, for a while at least.

Of course, this is 2025, and nothing is unexpected, so the buzz of a DJI ban could get swept off the table in an instant. But to be sure, consider this a great time to buy a new DJI drone, or any drone, for that matter.

Check back here as we continue to update this article throughout the Black Friday sale period. Keep in mind that if you're going with a DJI model, you might have to buy from a third-party seller. We've only included third-party sellers with positive reviews over the last year.

Best Black Friday DJI drone deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 4K Drone Combo $309 at Amazon
$389 Save $80   Get Deal Why we like it

Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the DJI Mini 4K Drone is great for both beginners and expert drone fliers. Plus, it weighs less than 249 grams, which is the threshold for not needing a license in most locations to fly the drone. Other nice features of the DJI Mini 4K are the one-touch takeoff and landing function, in addition to the "return-to-home" command. Today's deal on the bundle gives you two batteries for up to 62 minutes of flight time. According to our favorite Amazon price tracker camelcamelcamel, this is the lowest Amazon has ever offered for this bundle.

More Black Friday DJI drone deals

• DJI Flip Two Battery Combo — $309 $389 (save $80)

• DJI Flip (RC 2 with Fly More Combo) — $639 $779 (save $140, backordered)

• DJI Avata 2 FPV Drone (Goggles N3 and 3-Battery Fly More Combo) — $789 $929 (save $140, preorder)

• DJI Avata 2 FPV Drone (Goggles 3 and 3-Battery Fly More Combo) — $1,329 $1,369 (save $40)

Best Black Friday Holy Stone drone deal Opens in a new window Credit: Holy Stone Holy Stone HS720G Drone Bundle $191.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $8   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're not in the market for a DJI drone, Holy Stone is one of the biggest competitors. Thanks to this Black Friday Amazon sale and an on-page coupon, the Holy Stone HS720G Drone Bundle is on sale for just $191.99 instead of the list price of $357.99. The bundle includes two batteries, so you'll be good for a 52-minute flight with a 4K EIS camera. When you're done flying, fold it up and store it in the convenient carrying case.

More Black Friday drone deals

• Holy Stone Mini Drone — $33.99 $39.99 (save $6)

• Holy Stone HS15D Drone — $199.49 $269.99 (save $70.50)

• HOVERAir X1 Combo — $237.99 $299.99 (save $62)

Best Cyber Monday kitchen deals at a glance Best coffee and espresso deal Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso and Coffee Machine $599.95 (save $150.04) Get Deal Best kitchen appliance deal Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 (save $50) Get Deal Best kitchen cookware deal All-Clad HA1 13-piece Nonstick Cookware Set $489.99 (save $210) Get Deal Best frozen treat deal Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl Ice Cream and Soft Serve Maker $279.99 (save $70) Get Deal Best blender deal Vitamix Propel Series 510 $299.95 (save $200) Get Deal Best air fryer deal Ninja Crispi Air Fryer (red) $129 (save $20) Get Deal Best Instant Pot deal Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Multicooker $59.99 (save $80) Get Deal Best KitchenAid deal KitchenAid Artisan Series 5 Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield $349.95 (save $150.04) Get Deal Best water filter deal LifeStraw Home Water Filter Dispenser (18-Cup) $48.70 (save $16.25) Get Deal

Nothing will make you realize you need to upgrade your kitchenware more than cooking Thanksgiving dinner. If you realized your blender's motor kicked it, or your nonstick pans are starting to stick while cooking for Thanksgiving, then it's time to upgrade.

Black Friday sale prices are still sticking around, and we're seeing tons of kitchen deals this year. Ninja is really the star of the Black Friday kitchen deals, with its buzziest appliances, like the Creami, Slushi, and Crispi, all on sale. SharkNinja dove hard into Black Friday on the brand's website and is bundling high-value free gifts with plenty of great kitchen items, so be sure to check out that event.

If you're looking to finish out Black Friday shopping with some kitchen upgrades, these are the best deals we've spotted. Check back here as we'll be updating this page often as we head into Cyber Monday.

Best coffee and espresso 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 Why we like it

While testing the best Ninja appliances, I fell totally in love with the Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso machine. It's a dual espresso and coffee maker that does single servings without the pods. It bridges the gap between amateur and pro at-home baristas, automating the coffee-making process so it's easy to make the perfect coffee or latte. It's a new release, but just hit its lowest price ever at $599.95, saving you $150 off its list price for 20% savings.

More coffee and espresso machine deals

• Ninja 12-cup Coffee Brewer — $69.99 $89.99 (save $20)

• Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker — $69.99 $99.99 (save $30)

• Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ — $89 $129 (save $40)

• Nespresso Festive Vertuo Pop+ Coffee and Espresso Maker — $99 $159.95 (save $60.95)

• Wacaco Picopresso Portable Espresso Maker — $103.92 $129 (save $25.08)

• Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee and Espresso Maker — $109.99 $169 (save $59.01)

• Keurig K-Supreme Coffee Maker — $109.99 $169.99 (save $60)

• Wacom Pixapresso electric portable coffee machine — $127.92 $159 (save $31.08)

• Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker — $139.99 $209.99 (save $70)

• Technivorm Moccamaster Burr Coffee Grinder — $169.99 $339 (save $169.01)

• Moccamaster Select 10-Cup Coffee Maker — $235 $369 (save $134)

• Philips 3200 Series Espresso Machine — $499.99 $799.99 (save $300)

• Ninja Luxe Café Premier Series Espresso Machine Drip Coffee Maker & Cold Brew Machine — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100 + get 2 free Sip Perfect travel mugs and free Knock Box with a $122 value)

• Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine — $499.95 $699.99 (save $200)

• De'Longhi La Specialista Touch Espresso Machine — $699.95 $999.95 (save $300)

Best kitchen appliances deal Opens in a new window Credit: Our Place Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 at Our Place
$325 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

My Our Place Wonder Oven is the hero of my kitchen, so I was thrilled to see the debut of the brand's Wonder Oven Pro. It's a bigger, multi-tasking oven that now has a digital screen for more precise cooking. It's $50 off during Our Place's Black Friday sale, bringing it down to $275, for 15% off.

Best frozen treat deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl Ice Cream and Soft Serve Maker $279.99 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

In Mashable's testing of the best Ninja appliances, the Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl was the overall favorite version of the Creami. Thanks to SharkNinja's Black Friday event, the machine that will bring constant joy to your kitchen is down to a new record low price of $279.99. This appliance will give you unlimited soft serve, milkshakes, frozen yogurt, ice cream, gelato, and plenty more. What's not to love?

More kitchen appliance deals

• KitchenAid 3.5-cup Food Processor — $44.49 $69.99 (save $25.50)

• Nutribullet Personal Blender — $47.49 $71.99 (save $24.50)

• Instant Pot Duo Plus — $59.99 $139.99 (save $80)

• Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine — $67.94 $129.95 (save $62.01)

• Cosori 9-in-1 Air Fryer — $88.93 $119.99 (save $31.06)

• Ninja 10-in-1 Everyday PossibleCooker — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Ninja 9-cup Food Processor — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• KitchenAid Go Cordless Hand Mixer — $99.49 $139.99 (save $40.50)

• Ninja BlendBoss Personal Blender — $118.99 $139.99 (save $21)

• Beast Mighty 850 Plus Blender — $119.20 $149 (save $29.80)

• Ninja Detect Power Blender Pro — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Air Fryer — $152.99 $179.99 (save $27)

• Our Place Dream Cooker — $169 $199 (save $30)

• Ninja Creami — $179.99 $199.99 (save $20)

• Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy Rice Cooker and Warmer — $192.49 $226.58 (save $34.09)

• Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer — $199.95 $249.95 (save $50)

• Our Place Large Wonder Oven — $208 $245 (save $37)

• Ninja FrenchDoor Premier Air Fryer Convection Oven — $199.99 $279.99 (save $70)

• Ninja Slushi (88 ounce) — $269.99 $349.99 (save $80 + get 2 free margarita cups and a travel tote bag with a $99 value)

• Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro — $299.95 $399.95 (save $100)

• Vitamix 5200 Blender — $299.95 $549.99 (save $250)

• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-quart Stand Mixer — $349.95 $499.99 (save $150.04)

Kitchen cookware and bakeware deals

• Nordic Ware Naturals Loaf Pan (1-pound) — $9.75 $14 (save $4.25)

• Nordic Ware Naturals Nonstick Half Sheet (2-pack) — $35.49 $42 (save $6.51)

• Calphalon Ceramic Nonstick Frying Pan Set — $49.99 $82.99 (save $33)

• All-Clad HA1 12-inch Nonstick Fry Pan — $79.99 $99.99 (save $20)

• Our Place Always Pan 2.0 — $99 $135 ($36)

• Staub 8.5-inch Deep Skillet — $99 $179.99 (save $80)

• Made In 10-inch Stainless Steel Frying Pan — $109 $129 (save $20)

• Made In 12-inch Seasoned Carbon Steel Skillet — $109 $129 (save $20)

• Our Place Titanium Always Pan Pro — $145 $179 (save $34)

• Staub Dutch Oven (7-quart) — $299.99 $469.99 (save $170)

• All-Clad HA1 13-piece Nonstick Cookware Set — $489.99 $699.99 (save $210)

• All-Clad D3 3-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware Set (7-piece) — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

Kitchen tool deals

• KitchenAid Beacon Two-Tone Non-Slip Mini Oven Mitt — $13.47 $24.99 (save $11.52)

• ThermoWorks ThermoPop 2 — $37.60 $47 (save $9.40)

• KitchenAid Pasta Roller Attachment — $89.49 $129.99 (save $40.50)

• Ninja NeverDull 17-piece Premium Knife System — $229.99 $399.99 (save $170 + get a free Ninja Blast blender with a $64 value)

Still looking for more deals? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Black Friday sale and save up to 70% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.

The best Black Friday Amazon device deals at a glance: Best Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 (128GB) $279.99 at Best Buy (save $90) Get Deal Best Fire TV deal Amazon 65-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $894.99 at Amazon (save $195) Get Deal Best Fire TV Stick deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $19.99 (save $20) Get Deal Best Echo deal Echo Dot Max $89.99 (save $10) Get Deal Best Kindle deal Kindle $79.99 (save $30) Get Deal Best Blink deal Blink Mini 2K+ $24.99 (save $25) Get Deal Best Echo Buds deal Amazon Echo Buds with Active Noise Cancellation 34.99 (save $85) Get Deal

Amazon's Black Friday sale officially kicked off on Nov. 20, a full week ahead of Black Friday proper. But as you probably know at this point, the actual dates of the sale are blurred beyond recognition. Many deals, particularly on Amazon's own devices, were already live days before the event — and will likely stick around after all is said and done. Other than Prime Day, Black Friday season is the best time of year to score an Amazon device for cheap.

SEE ALSO: What is camelcamelcamel? Just our secret weapon for finding the lowest prices on Amazon.

Plenty of Fire tablets, Fire TVs, Fire TV Sticks, and Blink security cameras hit record-low prices early on. We were particularly impressed by the Fire TV deals, with some 2025 models up to $210 off. Not to mention the best Fire Stick deal I've personally ever seen is still going strong. Echo speakers and smart displays, as well as Kindles, were slower to trickle in, but have now dropped to truly epic all-time lows as well.

We're keeping track of all of the best Amazon device deals for Black Friday below. For deals beyond Amazon devices, be sure to follow along with all of Mashable's coverage in our Black Friday hub.

SEE ALSO: Mashable will send the best Black Friday deals directly to your phone — how it works Best Black Friday Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 (64GB) $279.99 at Best Buy
  Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Amazon's best iPad competitor and our favorite Fire tablet, the Fire Max 11, is down to $189.99 (for the version with double storage) at Amazon during its Black Friday sale — more than 30% in savings. As Mashable's reviewer noted, "The Amazon Fire Max 11 has a large, 11-inch display and is blazing fast, making it a good alternative to pricier tablets for streaming and games." It also features 8MP cameras that support 1080p video, an octa-core processor, WiFi 6 compatibility, and a 14-hour battery life. While it is a couple of years old, it's the newest generation of the tablet available. (The 64GB model is currently sold out after a popular 39% early Black Friday discount. We'll let you know when it returns.)

Read our full review of the Fire Max 11.

More Fire tablet deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 (32GB) $54.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $45.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB) $69.99 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $70.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire 7 Kids (16GB) $54.99 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $55.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro (32GB) $74.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $75.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (32GB) $84.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $75.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids (32GB) $104.99 at Amazon
$189.99 Save $85.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro (32GB) $104.99 at Amazon
$189.99 Save $85.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet productivity bundle $279.97 at Amazon
$406.97 Save $127   Get Deal Best Black Friday Amazon Fire TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 55-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $694.99 at Amazon
$819.99 Save $125   Get Deal Why we like it

The newest and fanciest Fire TV in Amazon's lineup, the 2025 Omni Mini-LED Fire TV is loaded up with specs. It packs hands-free Alexa, Interactive Art Mode (similar to Samsung's The Frame), a 144Hz refresh rate, and Intelligent Picture technology, which can fine-tune the details of whatever you're watching. With a 4K QLED mini-LED display featuring Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, up to 1,400 nits of peak brightness, and 768 dimming zones, it's easily the best Fire TV picture quality to date. And now that the 55-inch model is down to only $694.99 — its lowest price on record — it's almost in budget-friendly territory.

Best Black Friday Fire Stick deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $19.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Though Amazon is no longer basically giving away the Fire TV Stick 4K Select (we're keeping our eyes peeled for the return of coupon code that brought it down to $9.99) it's still a pretty solid deal at $19.99. It's the newest Fire TV Stick in Amazon's lineup and offers vibrant 4K quality with HDR10+ support, a new operating system called Vega, and the same plug-and-play design you know and love. It will soon also offer support for Alexa+, Xbox Game Pass, Amazon Luna, Amazon Kids+, and NordVPN.

More Fire TV deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $17.99 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $17.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K $24.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max $34.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $25 with 2-year protection plan Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Cube $89.99 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $50.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 43-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV $249.99 at Amazon
$329.99 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 50-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV $279.99 at Amazon
$469.99 Save $190   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 50-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV $329.99 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 55-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV $349.99 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 65-inch Omni 4K Fire TV $419.99 at Amazon
$669.99 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 65-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $894.99 at Amazon
$1,089.99 Save $195   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 75-inch Omni 4K Fire TV $539.99 at Amazon
$839.99 Save $300   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 75-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $1,289.99 at Amazon
$1,499.99 Save $210   Get Deal

For more Amazon Fire TV deals, check out our full list of Black Friday TV deals.

Best Black Friday Echo deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Dot Max $89.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $10   Get Deal Why we like it

One of Amazon's most popular speakers got a boost last month. Meet the Echo Dot Max — a refreshed smart speaker built for Alexa+, the superpowered AI assistant that can do more than ever before. The Echo Dot Max is small (just slightly bigger than the Echo Dot), but powerful enough to fill large spaces with its 0.8-inch tweeter and a 2.5-inch woofer that support lossless, high-definition audio. It even has an included smart home hub. This is the first discount we've seen yet on the month-old speaker.

More Echo deals Echo Dot (5th gen) $31.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal at Amazon Echo Pop $21.99 at Best Buy
$39.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Pop Kids $21.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $28.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Dot Kids $31.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Show 5 Kids $54.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $45.00   Get Deal Echo Show 5 $54.99 at Amazon
$89.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $30.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Studio $189.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $30   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Show 8 $159.99 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $20   Get Deal Echo Show 15 $254.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $45   Get Deal at Amazon Best Black Friday Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle $79.99 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $30   Get Deal Why we like it

I've said it before, but the basic Kindle is my pride and joy, and I annoyingly recommend it to everyone I talk to. I projected it would drop to $79.99 for Black Friday, and I've never been so pleased to be right. That's $30 cheaper than usual and its best price to date. The basic Kindle is the most compact Amazon e-reader — it's small enough to slip into my purse — and has the same screen resolution and paper-like display as its more expensive sibling. The only downside is it's not waterproof, so just be extra careful when reading near water.

More Kindle deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Colorsoft $169.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Scribe $309.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $140   Get Deal

Check out our full curated list of Black Friday Kindle deals.

Best Black Friday Blink deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Mini 2 $17.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $22.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Mini 2K+ $24.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Outdoor 4 $27.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $52   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Video Doorbell $29.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $40   Get Deal Best Black Friday Echo Buds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Buds with Active Noise Cancellation $34.99 at Amazon
$119.99 Save $85   Get Deal

The best Cyber Monday 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.

Black Friday portable power station deals

• Jackery Explorer 240D — $132 $209 (save $77)

• EcoFlow Trail 300 DC — $139 $249 (save $110 + get a free ECOFLOW Camping Lamp)

• Anker Solix C300 DC — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• Jackery Explorer 300 — $159 $259 (save $100)

• EcoFlow River 2 — $179 $239 (save $60)

• Anker Solix C300 — $199.99 $299 (save $99.01)

• EcoFlow River 3 Plus — $259 $299 (save $40)

• Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 — $349 $449 (save $100)

• DJI Power 1000 — $369 $799 (save $430)

• Bluetti Elite 200 v2 — $699 $1,699 (save $1,000)

• DJI Power 2000 — $699 $1,299 (save $600)

• Anker Solix F2000 — $899 $1,999 (save $1,100)

• Anker Solix C1000 with 400W Solar Panel — $847 $1,998 (save $1,151)

• Bluetti Apex 300 — $1,299 $2,399 (save $1,100)

Black Friday cooler deals

• Hydro Flask Cooler Bag (20-liter) — $67.46 $89.95 (save $22.49)

• RTIC Ultra-Light Hard Cooler (22-quart) — $127.49 $149.99 (save $70)

• Coleman Vintage Steel Belted cooler — $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)

• Hydro Flask Day Escape Soft Cooler (26-liter) — $134.96 $179.95 (save $117.50)

• RTIC Ultra-Light hard cooler (32-quart) — $143.10 $159 (save $15.90 + get a free RTIC Essential Tumbler)

• Ninja FrostVault cooler (50-quart) — $199.95 $249.99 (save $50.04)

• Yeti Hopper M Series Portable Soft Coolers — $199 $300 (save $101)

• Yeti Tundra 35 — $220 $275 (save $55)

• Yeti Tundra 45 — $260 $325 (save $65)

Black Friday electric cooler deals

• Igloo Kool Tunes — $83.99 $139.99 (save $50)

• Igloo ICF 18 Electric Compressor Cooler — $332.49 $449.99 (save $117.50)

• Dometic CFX2 Electric Cooler (37 liter) — $617.46 $770 (save $152.54)

• Goal Zero Alta 80 Portable Fridge and Freezer — $699.89 $999.95 (save $330.06)

• Dometic CFX3 Electric Cooler (100 liter) — $1,019.99 $1,199.99 (save $180)

Black Friday hydration deals

• LifeStraw Peak Series personal water filter— $18.71 $24.95 (save $6.24)

• Owala FreeSip Twist (24-ounce) — $19.19 $29.99 (save $10.80)

• Owala FreeSip (24-ounce) — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)

• Yeti Rambler bottle (26-ounce) — $28 $40 (save $12)

• Waterdrop Gravity Water Filter Straw — $29.99 $42.99 (save $13)

• Yeti Rambler travel mug (30-ounce) — $33.60 $42 (save $8.40)

• Hydro Flask wide mouth flex straw bottle (32-ounce) — $33.71 $44.95 (save $11.24)

• BrüMate Era Tumbler (40-ounce) — $35.99 $44.99 (save $9)

• Yeti Rambler bottle (46-ounce) — $38.50 $44 (save $5.50)

• LifeStraw Go Series Stainless Steel Water Filter Bottle — $48.71 $64.95 (save $16.24)

Black Friday outdoor speaker deals

• Anker Soundcore 2 — $27.97 $44.99 (save $17.02)

• Soundcore Boom 3i — $79.99 $139.99 (save $60)

• Sony ULT Field 1 — $88 $139.99 (save $51.99)

• Beats Pill — $99.95 $149.95 (save $50)

• Bose SoundLink Flex — $119 $149 (save $30)

• JBL Charge 6 — $129.95 $199.95 (save $70)

• Sony ULT Field 5 — $194.95 $349.99 (save $155.04)

• Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore — $199 $299 (save $100)

Black Friday outdoor tech deals

• Thermacell E-Series Rechargeable Mosquito Repeller — $23.99 $39.99 (save $16)

• Lepro Ever 1000LM LED Camping Lantern Power Bank — $25 $35.99 (save $10.99)

• Garmin inReach Mini 2 — $249.99 $399.99 (save $150)

• DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro — $269 $349 (save $80)

• GoPro Hero12 Black — $299 $369.99 (save $70.99 + get a free $24.01 Amazon credit)

• Insta360 GO Ultra Standard Bundle — $379.99 $449.99 (save $70)

• DJI Osmo 360 Camera Adventure Combo — $454.99 $699.99 (save $245)

• Insta360 X5 Action Camera — $464.99 $549.99 (save $85)

Black Friday backpacking deals

• Sea to Summit Camp Plus Self-Inflating Foam Sleeping Mat — $65.40 $109 (save $43.60)

• Jetboil MiniMo Camping and Backpacking Stove — $81.97 $194 (save $112.03)

• Osprey Fairview women's travel backpack (40 liter) — $138.65 $184.95 (save $46.30)

• Osprey Farpoint Trek men's backpack (55-liter) — $187.50 $249.95 (save $62.45)

Black Friday portable projector deals

• XGIMI Halo+ Portable Projector — $499 $799.99 (save $300.99)

• Hisense M2 Pro — $899 $1,299.99 (save $400.99)

• Nebula X1 Triple Laser 4K Projector — $2,199 $2,999 (save $800)

More Black Friday outdoor deals

• Energizer LED Headlamp Pro (2-pack) — $13.85 $21.99 (save $8.14)

• Gerber Gear Pack Hatchet — $37.77 $45 (save $7.33)

• Helinox Chair One — $64.97 $99.95 (save $34.98)

• GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker — $72 $90 (save $18)

• Helinox Chair Zero — $103.97 $159.95 (save $55.98)

• Callaway Golf 300 Pro Laser Rangefinder — $124.99 $199.99 (save $75)

• Ninja Artisan Outdoor Pizza Oven — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100)

• BioLite CampStove 2+ — $224.96 $299.95 (save $74.99)

• Snow Peak Amenity Dome Tent — $259.96 $324.95 (save $64.99)

• Ooni Karu 12 Multi-Fuel outdoor pizza oven — $279.16 $399 (save $119.84)

• Tentsile Trillium Giant Hammock — $325 $349 (save $24)

• Solo Stove Yukon 2.0 — $399.98 $499.99 (save $100.01)

• Bote Breeze Aero Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board — $499.99 $779 (save $279.01)

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025:

AcrossSnug and comfortable

• The answer is Cozy.

"Eight Crazy Nights" or "12 Angry Men"

• The answer is Movie.

"It's impossible for me to do that"

• The answer is I can't.

Dog breed famously owned by Queen Elizabeth II

• The answer is Corgi.

Simon ___ (children's game)

• The answer is Says.

DownHot drink consumed after sledding, perhaps

• The answer is Cocoa.

Egg-producing organ

• The answer is Ovary.

Pithy criticisms

• The answer is Zings.

Giant snow man

• The answer is Yeti.

Equipment for podcasters

• The answer is Mics.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

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

SAVE $30: As of Nov. 30, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 are down to their lowest price. Now available on Amazon for $219.99 in the early Cyber Monday sale. Usually listed at $249.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $30   Get Deal

As we get to the end of an exciting week of sales, there's even more excitement on the horizon with early Cyber Monday deals now going live. It's still a great opportunity to pick up high-end devices at knockdown prices, such as the Apple AirPods Pro 3 — the very latest generation of Apple's premium Pro earbuds — at their lowest yet.

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are now available for $219.99 at Amazon, a saving of $30. That's 12% off the list price of $249.99.

SEE ALSO: Where to buy Pokémon cards in 2025 — avoid overpaying or missing out on new sets

These earbuds are the the best-of-the-best for iPhone and Apple device users. They have active noise cancellation that's twice as powerful as the previous gen version AirPods, which combines with Apple's best ever audio. You also get access to Siri and a new heart rate sensing that pairs with Apple Intelligence-powered workout features on the iPhone. Other great touches include live translation — allowing to hold conversations across languages — and a battery life of eight hours in noise cancellation mode.

Grab the Apple AirPods Pro 3 in the early Cyber Monday deals and save $30. Now available for the all-time low price of $219.99.

Black Friday 2025 is here.

The shopping holiday, which could more accurately be described as a shopping mega-event, has retailers dropping sales all throughout the month of November and into early December. The days of lining up outside of your local Target in the freezing late-night hours of Thanksgiving are long gone. The sheer amount of savings that can be found online during Black Friday and Cyber Week is unmatched by any other sale.

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

Great as the savings potential may be, it's an overwhelming amount of information for any normal person to take in. But that's exactly the type of chaos that our team of shopping experts is used to, and we've been sourcing the Black Friday deals worth your money around the clock. We've also created this guide to Black Friday to give you the professional inside scoop on how to make the most out of the sales, from tracking store opening times to price matching policies to tips on how to fact-check sale price history. Just want to see the best deals? We're tracking those by the hour, too — here are 100+ of the best Black Friday deals from Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and more.

When is Black Friday 2025 officially?

The actual date of Black Friday falls on Friday, Nov. 28. However, most retailers' sales went live before and last past the actual day of Black Friday. Here are some of the major retailer sales we're tracking this year:

• Amazon: Amazon's Black Friday sale starts Thursday, Nov. 20, and ends on Monday, Dec. 1.

• Best Buy: In-stores and online from Thursday, Nov. 20 to Friday, Nov. 29.

• Walmart: Online only from Tuesday, Nov. 25 to Thursday, Nov. 27; online and in-store from Friday, Nov. 28 to Sunday, Nov. 30; online only for Cyber Monday on Dec. 1.

• Target: Target's Black Friday sale starts Sunday, Nov. 23, and runs through Saturday, Nov. 29. Stores are closed on Thanksgiving Day. More deals will drop from Nov. 27 to Nov. 29.

When do stores open on Black Friday?

Seasoned shoppers are painfully aware that in-store Black Friday shopping hours start early. While "the crack of dawn" isn't exactly specific enough, the main retailers are making it easy this year: Best Buy, Walmart, and Target stores all open at 6 a.m. on Black Friday 2025, or Nov. 28. Here's a quick rundown of each big store's Black Friday hours into Cyber Weekend hours, all in your local time:

Best Buy: Best Buy opens at 6 a.m. on Black Friday 2025, closing at 10 p.m. On Saturday, Nov. 29, Best Buy opens at 9 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m. On Sunday, Nov. 30, Best Buy opens at 9 a.m. and closes at 9 p.m. On Cyber Monday, Best Buy opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m.

Walmart: Walmart opens at 6 a.m. on Black Friday 2025 and closes at 11 p.m., following the retailer's regular business hours. Walmart's Cyber Weekend store hours follow this same schedule. Double-check the normal business hours of your local Walmart.

Target: Target opens at 6 a.m. on Black Friday 2025 and closes at regular closing time, which is typically 11 p.m. on weekends. Target will be open at its regular weekend hours on Saturday and Sunday, which is usually 7 or 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Times vary by location.

How long do Black Friday sales last?

Though Black Friday deals start weeks early, most sales wrap up with Cyber Monday, which this year falls on Monday, Dec. 1. Historically, we have seen some deals linger into Tuesday (and sometimes even the rest of what's called Cyber Week), but if that's the case, we'll be sure to track any markdowns in our ongoing deals coverage.

SEE ALSO: Mashable will send the best Black Friday deals directly to your phone — how it works What deals will be available on Black Friday?

Though the when of Black Friday has changed over the years, the what of Black Friday stays true to its origins. That's to say, if you're shopping for tech gadgets, appliances, home and kitchen products, toys, or even cars, then Black Friday is the best time of the year to shop. In terms of tech, we especially recommend taking advantage of Black Friday deals on TVs, laptops, headphones, Apple products, Amazon devices, and robot vacuums, all of which typically see new record-low sale prices for the year during Black Friday.

Granted, nothing is really off limits on Black Friday — you're likely to find pretty much anything under the sun on sale during the shopping holiday. We've spotted lots of unbeatable deals on outdoor and camping gear, Lego and toys, gaming consoles, stocking stuffers, and reusable water bottles on sale in years' past.

In particular, the biggest Black Friday discounts in 2025 are on these products:

• QLED and OLED TVs from Samsung, Sony, LG, Hisense, and TCL, plus Fire TVs

• Apple MacBooks, iPads, and AirPods

• Power stations from Jackery, Anker, and Bluetti

• Robot vacuums from Eufy, Roborock, and Dreame, and cordless stick vacuums from Dyson and Shark

• Streaming services like Hulu and HBO Max

• Amazon devices, including Echo speakers, Eero Wi-Fi extenders, security cameras

• E-readers like Kindles, as well as books

• Video games, gaming laptops, and Nintendo Switch and PS5 bundles

• Wearable fitness trackers from Oura, Garmin, Whoop, and Fitbit

• Flagship headphones and earbuds from Bose, Sony, Beats, JBL, and Apple

• Household essentials and cleaning products

• Designer clothing and accessories

• Skincare, hair tools, and grooming products

• Kitchen appliances, both countertop gadgets and large appliances like refrigerators

SEE ALSO: Streaming just got cheaper: Score Black Friday deals on HBO Max, Apple TV, Disney+, Hulu, and more The top Black Friday deals so far

We have an entire guide dedicated to the best Black Friday deals of the season, but here are some highlights.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Best headphones deal: Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $299 at Amazon
$429 Save $130 Deal only available for deep plum and lunar blue Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Best Apple deal: Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $339 at Amazon
$399 Save $60   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Narwal Best robot vacuum deal: Narwal Freo Z10 Ultra $799.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $500   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Best kitchen deal: Ninja Slushi $269.99 at Amazon
$369.99 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Best laptop deal: Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus $349 at Best Buy
$599 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Best power station deal: Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 $699 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $800   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL Best TV deal: TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $899.99 at Amazon
$2,499.99 Save $1,600.00   Get Deal

We're live tracking the Best Black Friday deals across the internet — check out our handpicked list of 100+ Black Friday deals that are actually worth your money.

Do any stores price-match Black Friday deals?

Short answer: not really, or at least, not against each other. Long answer: Earlier this year, Target ended its price-matching policy, which allowed customers to price-match from competitors' stock at the time of purchase or within 14 days. Target stood alone as the sole retailer with an official price-matching policy last Black Friday.

This year, Target still has its holiday price match policy, which allows you to price match against Target's own prices, from Nov. 1 to Dec. 24. That means if you buy something at Target and it gets discounted later, you can get still get the discount. Best Buy also offers a price match policy year-round, but it excludes products on sale from "the Thursday before Thanksgiving Day through the Monday after Thanksgiving," essentially excluding them from Black Friday price matching. Amazon and Walmart offer no price match policies.

How to shop smart on Black Friday

It's easy to get caught up in the swarm of markdowns and record-low prices that pop up during Black Friday. The best way to avoid buyer's remorse and actually score the savings you want? Come in with a plan and understanding the tools at your disposal. Here's what we mean:

Make a game plan

This may seem basic, but making a list of what you're shopping for can go such a long way to avoid deals FOMO. Begin by creating a list for yourself, and then consider what holiday gifts you need to purchase. This can help you whittle down the absolute essentials of what you want to grab.

SEE ALSO: The best Black Friday deals under $25: Apple AirTag, Echo Pop, Fire TV Stick

That said, it's also great to have a general understanding of what will be available, so take a peek at the latest Black Friday ad scans (again, ideally after you've made your own list). For your convenience, we've perused the major ones, including Amazon, Walmart, Target, Lowe's, and Home Depot.

As a final step, having a sense of your holiday shopping budget can be helpful in avoiding overspending (or at the very least, having some awareness that it's happening).

Organize your Amazon wishlist

In line with making a game plan, you'll want to dust off your Amazon wishlist and make sure it's up to date. Amazon has convenient wishlist alert features, which can definitely come in handy during the chaos of Black Friday.

Download retailer apps

As annoying as having too many apps on your phone can be, downloading apps from retailers like Best Buy and Walmart can make shopping easier and give you access to exclusive deals. That's especially true for Best Buy, which likes to offer limited-time deals available only on its app.

Use price tracking tools

Tracking a product's price history is a pretty foolproof way to make sure the Black Friday price you're seeing is actually that product's lowest price of the year. The unanimous favorite of the Mashable Shopping team is camelcamelcamel, an Amazon price tracking tool that details essential knowledge like that item's sale price history throughout the rest of the year.

If you're seeing a good Black Friday deal at another retailer like Best Buy or Walmart, you can still check that product's price history at Amazon to see if Best Buy or Walmart is actually offering a new and exciting price. For example, that's how we found out that Best Buy's Black Friday deal on the coveted 65-inch LG C5 isn't that special — the same TV had been at that Black Friday price on Amazon since October.

Of course, we also recommend following along the Mashable shopping team's Black Friday coverage — we make sure to take the full context of a deal into account to only choose the best of the best.

Which day has cheaper deals, Black Friday or Cyber Monday?

While these were once two distinct days of deals, the month-long-ifcation of Black Friday essentially means that both Black Friday and Cyber Monday get wrapped up into one long wave of discounts to punctuate the end of the month. That's not to say what's available on Black Friday will absolutely be better or worse than what's available on Cyber Monday.

Historically, we've seen really good TV deals on Black Friday sell out by Cyber Monday, while laptop deals tend to stick around (and therefore, be worth holding out for any additional price drops come Cyber Monday). Ultimately, though, if you see a deal you're interested in during Black Friday weekend, chances are it's worth grabbing it when you spot it.

Best Black Friday deals under $50 at a glance Best portable Bluetooth speaker deal JBL Go 4 $39.95 (save $10) Get Deal Best Lego set deal Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees $44.99 (save $20) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Nutribullet Flex portable blender $49.99 (save $20) Get Deal Best stocking stuffer deal Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer $15.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC $27 (save $52.99) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Echo Dot $31.99 (save $18) Get Deal

Black Friday sale celebrations are now extending into Cyber Weekend. If you're shopping on a budget this year or are looking for lower-cost items to fill in gifting gaps and grab some stocking stuffers, plenty of great Black Friday deals come in at under $50.

That's great news given the pricing chaos we've all endured in 2025. It's nice to feel we can let loose and indulge in a bit of spending.

SEE ALSO: Everything to know about Black Friday 2025: Best early deals, sale dates, price matching, and more

The Mashable shopping team will continue to update this article as the sale continues through Cyber Monday, so check back for the latest deals.

Best portable speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Go 4 $39.95 at Amazon
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With seven hours of playtime per charge, the JBL Go 4 is a great, affordable portable speaker. It's both waterproof and dustproof, so it'll be ready for camping adventures come warmer weather, and it's safe to bring into the bathroom for some shower tunes. JBL makes some of Mashable's favorite Bluetooth speakers, so going with JBL is a wise move.

More Bluetooth speakers under $50

• JBL Go 3 — $29.95 $39.95 (save $10)

• Anker Soundcore 2 — $32.99 $44.99 (save $12)

• Ultimate Ears Miniroll — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30)

Best Lego set deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees $44.99 at Amazon
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The zen-like Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees are on sale for the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon. Instead of coming in at the list price of $64.99, Amazon still has the set on sale for $44.99. This set features three bonsai trees, each in a decorative pot. The three trees represent different seasons, like fall's stunning yellow leaves on the gingko tree and spring's magnificent purple wisteria. Lego sets make for some of the most thoughtful gift options, so you can't go wrong here.

More Lego sets under $50

• Lego Christmas Table Decoration — $23.99 $39.99 (save $16)

• Lego Santa's Sleigh — $23.99 $39.99 (save $16)

• Lego Disney Cruella De Vil’s Car — $34.99 $49.99 (save $15)

• Lego Icons Dried Flower Centerpiece — $34.99 $49.99 (save $15)

• Lego Marvel Dancing Groot — $35.95 $44.99 (save $9.04)

• Lego Star Wars Boarding The Tantive IV — $38.49 $54.99 (save $16.50)

• Lego Classic Large Creative Brick Box — $39.49 $59.99 (save $20.50)

• Lego Ideas The Insect Collection — $40 $79.99 (save $39.99)

• Lego Harry Potter Mandrake Figure & Pot Plant — $40.99 $69.99 (save $20)

• Lego Creator 3 in 1 Wild Animals: Majestic Rhino with Birds — $41.99 $59.99 (save $18)

• Lego Architecture New York City — $47.99 $59.99 (save $12)

Best kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nutribullet Nutribullet Flex portable blender $49.99 at Amazon
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For those who are often on the go, a portable blender could make for a great way to stay up on nutritional needs. According to camelcamelcamel, Mashable's favorite price tracker, this is a record-low price for the Nutribullet Flex portable blender. The $49.99 sale price extends to all six colorways, so you have plenty of options to choose your favorite.

More kitchen deals under $50

• KitchenAid Tilt-Head Flex Edge Beater — $24.49 $39.99 (save $4)

• Crock-Pot Portable Electric Lunch Box — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)

• KitchenAid 3.5-cup Food Processor — $44.49 $69.99 (save $25.50)

• Chefman Everything Maker & Pizza Oven — $44.99 $59.99 (save $15)

• Nutribullet Personal Blender — $47.49 $71.99 (save $24.50)

• Chefman Air Fryer (4-quart) — $49.99 $99.99 (save $50)

Best stocking stuffer deal Opens in a new window Credit: Orastone Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer $15.99 at Amazon
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Stocking stuffers are some of the most fun gifts to shop for, and the Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer is a gift that practically anyone will love. It takes just two minutes for the hand warmer to reach a cozy 107 degrees Fahrenheit. It's perfect for anyone who takes the dog for a walk in the early morning or those heading to the ski slope for the day. Not only is it rechargeable, but there's also an LED light function on the handwarmer.

More stocking stuffers under $50

• Kindle Paperwhite, Oasis, and Kobo eReaders page turner — $15.19 $19.99 (save $4.80)

• Back to the Roots Organic Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit — $21.99 $27.20 (save $5.21)

• Philips Sonicare 4100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush — $29.96 $49.96 (save $20)

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC $27 at Walmart
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The JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones are Mashable's favorite budget headphones, even at their typical sale price of around $50. At $27, they're an absolute steal, with well-balanced sound, 40 hours of battery life (beating out premium options like the Sony XM6 headphones and Bose QuietComfort Ultras), and solid ANC. You can also adjust the button placement within the app, demonstrating how these headphones punch above their price.

More headphones and earbuds under $50

• Amazon Echo Buds with Active Noise Cancellation — $34.99 $119.99 (save $85)

• Sony WH-CH520 — $38 $69.99 (save $31.99)

• Sony WF-C510 — $48 $69.99 (save $21.99)

• Anker Soundcore C50i — $48.99 $69.99 (save $21)

• JBL Tune Buds 2 — $49.95 $109.95 (save $60)

Earplugs

• Loop Quiet 2 — $14.49 $20.95 (save $6.46)

• Loop Engage 2 — $24.95 $34.95 (save $10)

• Loop Experience 2 — $26.95 $34.95 (save $12)

• Loop Engage 2 Plus — $35.95 $44.95 (save $9)

• Loop Experience 2 Plus — $35.95 $44.95 (save $9)

• Loop Dream — $39.96 $49.95 (save $9.99)

• Loop Switch 2 — $47.95 $59.95 (save $12)

Hydration deals under $50

• LifeStraw Peak Series personal water filter— $18.71 $24.95 (save $6.24)

• Yeti Rambler bottle (26-ounce) — $28 $40 (save $12)

• Hydro Flask wide-mouth flex straw bottle (32-ounce) — $33.71 $44.95 (save $11.24)

• BrüMate Era Tumbler (40-ounce) — $35.99 $44.99 (save $9)

• Yeti Rambler bottle (46-ounce) — $38.50 $44 (save $5.50)

• LifeStraw Go Series Stainless Steel Water Filter Bottle — $48.71 $64.95 (save $16.24)

PlayStation game deals under $50

• Star Wars Outlaws - Limited Edition (Amazon Exclusive) — $19.99 $52.69 (save $32.70)

• NBA 2K26 — $22.99 $69.99 (save $47)

• EA Sports Madden NFL 26 — $27.99 $69 (save $49.01)

• Rise of the Ronin — $29.97 $69.99 (save $40.02)

• Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)

• Demon's Souls — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)

• Returnal — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)

• F1 25 — $34.96 $69.99 (save $35.03)

• Astro Bot — $39.59 $59.99 (save $20.40)

• God of War Ragnarök — $19.97 $69.99 (save $50.02)

• Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Amazon Exclusive Edition — $39.99 $69.99 (save $30 + get a $10 Amazon credit)

• Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition — $39.97 $69.99 (save $30.02)

• Silent Hill f — $49.94 $69.99 (save $20.05)

• Death Stranding 2: On the Beach — $49.69 $69.99 (save $20.30)

Board game deals under $50

• Ticket to Ride New York — $20.99 $24.99 (save $4)

• Abduktion — $24.25 $34.99 (save $10.74)

• Catan — $24.99 $54.99 (save $30)

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• Horrified American Monsters — $27.99 $39.99 (save $12)

• Spy Alley — $31.99 $39.99 (save $8)

Still looking for more deals and gift ideas? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Cyber Monday sale and save up to 45% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.

SAVE $30: The SCUF Valor Pro Xbox controller is on sale for $159.99 over at Amazon. This controller was just released in October, making this a rare opportunity to get it for $30 less.

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Now that Black Friday is over, Cyber Monday is coming in full swing, and you can already start finding deals all over the place. One of them includes the SCUF Valor Pro Xbox controller, which I’ve personally used and found that it has elevated my gameplay to new heights. My reaction time is faster and its strong wireless connection ensures that I won’t ever be interrupted.

The controller sports four rear paddles that can be customized for extra functions in order to pull off certain actions quicker. The instant triggers reduce long-winded trigger pulls, which helps shave off precious milliseconds whenever you push them down. In fast-paced matches, every single second matters and can be the difference between victory and defeat.

It can also connect to both PC and Xbox, letting you pick where you game most comfortably. The controller feels great too, as the ergonomic design and non-slip grips make it durable and ideal for long-term gaming.

Don’t miss this chance to get the SCUF Valor Pro Xbox controller at a discount. It usually costs $189.99, but now it’s on sale for $159.99. Be sure to check out our other gaming deals still live that we gathered for Black Friday.

Still looking for more deals? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Cyber Monday sale and save up to 70% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.

SAVE $77: The Technics Reference Class Hi-Fi AZ100 wireless earbuds are on sale for $222.99 over at Amazon. This is $77 less than its regular price. We named them the best pair of earbuds for sound.

Technics AZ100 Hi-Fi wireless earbuds $219.99 at Amazon
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Black Friday is over, but there’s still Cyber Monday to look forward to, and the deals have started popping up — and are still lingering from yesterday. Over at Amazon, the Technics Reference Class Hi-Fi wireless earbuds are currently 26% off. The earbuds provide noise cancellation along with head tracking. Together, they create an unparalleled immersive experience.

Magnetic fluid drivers are utilized in order to deliver low distortion, bumping bass, and smoother mid to high frequencies. This results in more clarity and detail in your music and audio.

The earbuds also have increased battery life and are 10 percent smaller and 16 percent lighter than the Technics EAH-AZ80, making them more comfortable and portable than ever. The battery life lasts up to 10 hours, and up to 28 hours with the charging case.

The AZ100 wireless earbuds usually go for $299.99, but with this Cyber Monday deal, you can get them for only $222.99. So don’t wait! They received a Mashable Choice Award, and in our review, Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth said, “Technics' new magnetic fluid driver technology produces incredibly clear sound that both casual music lovers and true audiophiles will appreciate. If you're looking for earbuds with the best possible sound quality, these are now the buds to beat.”

Don’t forget to check out other earbud deals we’ve gathered for you over Black Friday weekend, some of which are still available. And check out all the best earbuds deals live in Amazon's Cyber Monday sale.

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

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

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

How to play Pips

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for November 8, 2025 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 30 Pips

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

Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 1-4, placed vertically; 4-0, placed vertically; 4-5, placed vertically.

Number (6): Everything in this light blue space must add to 6. The answer is 4-5, placed vertically; 1-6, placed horizontally.

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

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 30 Pips

Number (9): Everything in this space must add to 9. The answer is 0-3, placed vertically; 6-5, placed horizontally.

Greater Than (1): Everything in this space must be greater than 1. The answer is 6-5, placed horizontally.

Number (8): Everything in this space must add to 8. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally.

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

Number (7): Everything in this space must add to 7. The answer is 0-4, placed vertically; 3-2, placed horizontally.

Number (2): Everything in this space must add to 8. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally; 0-0, placed vertically.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 30 Pips

Number (0): Everything in this space must add to 0. The answer is 0-5, placed vertically.

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

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

Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 0-5, placed vertically.

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

Number (4): Everything in this space must add to 4. The answer is 2-4, placed horizontally; 2-0, placed vertically.

Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 3-4, placed vertically; 2-4, placed horizontally; 4-0, placed vertically.

Number (0): Everything in this space must add to 0. The answer is 2-0, placed vertically; 4-0, placed vertically.

Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-1, placed vertically.

Number (2): Everything in this space must add to 0. The answer is 5-1, placed vertically; 3-1, placed vertically.

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

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

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

Number (18): Everything in this space must add to 18. The answer is 4-8, placed horizontally; 6-6, placed vertically.

Equal (2): Everything in this light blue space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-2, placed horizontally.

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Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you watch CONCACAF.

As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Score

• Green: CONCACAF leagues

• Blue: Legendary Red Sox

• Purple: Broncos

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Football Scoring Plays, Abbreviated

• Green: North American Soccer Leagues

• Blue: Associated with Ted Williams

• Purple: Members of the Denver Broncos, Familiarly

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

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

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #433 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Football Scoring Plays, Abbreviated - 2-PT, FG, PAT, TD

• North American Soccer Leagues- LIGA MX, MLS, NWSL, USL

• Associated with Ted Williams - .406, LF, RED SOX, SPLENDID SPLINTER

• Members of the Denver Broncos, Familiarly - BO, COURTLAND, RJ, TROY

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

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

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

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you love sea stories.

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

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for November 30, 2025 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: To allow

• Green: A disaster

• Blue: Famous raiders

• Purple: Hues

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Tolerate

• Green: Flop

• Blue: Fictional pirates

• Purple: Ending in color homophones

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

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

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections #903 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Tolerate: BEAR, STAND, STOMACH, SWALLOW

• Flop: BUST, LEMON, MISS, TURKEY

• Fictional pirates: HOOK, LUFFY, SILVER, SPARROW

• Ending in color homophones: CAMEROON, COCKATIEL, UNREAD, WHISTLEBLEW

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 30, 2025

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

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

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love to stick together.

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 30, 2025 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 30, 2025 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Group membership

The words are related to groups.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe common groups.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is In It Together.

NYT Strands word list for November 30

• Pride

• Flock

• Herd

• Army

• In It Together

• Lions

• Geese

• Cows

• Ants

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!

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

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you live in a tropical climate.

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 30, 2025 Where did Wordle come from?

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

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

What's the best Wordle starting word?

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

What happened to the Wordle archive?

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

Is Wordle getting harder?

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for November 30, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Hot and moist.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter G appears twice.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter M.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

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

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

MUGGY

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 30, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Done to dough.

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KNEAD

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A noble gas.

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XENON

Hurdle Word 3 hint

A secreting organ.

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GLAND

Hurdle Word 4 hint

To coach.

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TRAIN

Final Hurdle hint

To protect.

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GUARD

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SAVE $20: Silent Hill f is on sale right now for $49.94 over at Amazon. That’s $20 off the regular price for one of 2025’s best new horror games.

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$69.99 Save $20.05 Get it for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X Get Deal

Black Friday has ended, and Cyber Monday deals have started — at least at Amazon. There are tons of deals online for you to grab, including the Day One Edition of Silent Hill f on either PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S.

Silent Hill f is the latest entry in Konami’s Silent Hill franchise. It takes place in a fictional Japanese town named Ebisugaoka in the 1960s and follows a young girl named Hinako Shimizu. As her town is taken over by a horrifying and nightmarish fungal infestation, she has to escape by solving puzzles and fighting off against gruesome monsters. It has multiple endings, significantly increasing its replay value.

Silent Hill f typically goes for $69.99, so don’t miss out on getting it for $49.94 this Black Friday weekend. It’s one of the best games of this year, if not the best horror game of 2025.

Be sure to check out our other gaming deals we’ve gathered for you this Black Friday, as some of them are still around.

Still looking for more deals? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale and save up to 70% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.

Once upon a time, Americans lined up in droves outside Walmarts and Targets, still full from Thanksgiving dinner, so they could be first in the door at midnight. Thankfully, these frenzied Black Friday free-for-alls are a relic of a bygone era. Now, you can order all of the best Black Friday deals online.

As the Black Friday weekend plays out, practically the entire internet is on sale, which can make it tricky to know where to start. So, Mashable is once again working around the clock to bring you live updates on all of the latest sales, standout deals, price drops, and inventory updates. We've spied record discounts on flagship noise-cancelling Sony headphones, Apple MacBooks and AirPods, award-winning OLED TVs, Dyson vacuums, and the year's most popular tech gifts.

Check out the top deals still live as of Saturday, Nov. 29, and keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest Black Friday and Cyber Monday news from the Mashable shopping team.

Top Black Friday Deals at a glance: The best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $159 (save $190) Get Deal Best Earuds Deal Apple AirPods 4 $69 (save $60) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best TV Under $1,000 Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV $897.99 (save $300) Get Deal Best TV Under $500 Hisense 65-inch E6 Cinema Series QLED 4K Smart Fire TV $349.99 (save $200) Get Deal Best Amazon Device Deal Amazon Kindle $79.99 (save $30) Get Deal Best Lego deal Lego Star Wars 3-in-1 gift set $45 (save $17.97) Get Deal Best Beauty Deal Dyson Supersonic with three attachments $299.99 (save $150) Get Deal Stocking Stuffer Deal Orastone Electric Hand Warmers $15.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best Smartwatch Deal Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 (save $20) Get Deal

Remember: Black Friday is quickly followed by Cyber Week, which starts on Monday, Dec. 1. Already, Amazon has switched over to Cyber Monday mode. If you want to be the first to know when new sales go online, then keep checking back as we provide live updates on the shopping festivities.

Best Cyber Week air purifier deals Best deal overall Dyson HushJet $297.49 (save $52.50) Get Deal Best budget deal Oneisall Double-Sided Pet Air Purifier (PP02) $89.99 (save $90) Get Deal Best three-in-one deal Blueair ComfortPure $299.98 (save $200.01) Get Deal

I have two beagles, and even though they’re not super “hairy” dogs, I still have to clean my floors twice a day (they shed uncontrollably — there’s literally dog hair on my walls, baseboards, and sometimes even my ceilings depending on how much roughhousing they’ve been doing.) So, in hopes of keeping the dander down and my robot vacuum from overworking itself, I’ve decided to go on a quest to find the best air purifier for pet parents who don’t want to spend a fortune but still need to breathe during the day without sucking dog hair up their nose.

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After months of price tracking and hands-on testing (I, along with other Mashable staff, have been putting various air purifiers through their paces), I’ve found the best air purifier Black Friday deals that are running into the Cyber Weekend.

Best deal overall Dyson HushJet $297.49 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $52.50   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

The deal: The Dyson HushJet Purifier Compact is on sale for a record-low $297.49, saving you $52.50 off its $349.99 list price.

As you've probably gathered by now, we're Dyson stans here at Mashable, and the Dyson HushJet earned a Mashable Choice Award with a 4.6/5 score. It's super quiet and super effective. Our Senior Shopping Reporter (and vacuum expert), Leah Stodart, ran it 24/7 in her apartment and says she forgot it was on. "My home simply smelling like nothing is kind of a dream," Stodart writes in her review.

But the real win here is the convenience: The HushJet’s filter is designed to last for up to five years, making it the perfect lazy person's air purifier since you don't have to worry about recurring filter purchases. It captures 99.97 percent of particles as small as 0.3 microns, and the MyDyson app gives you a live look at your air quality data, so you'll know exactly when invisible pollutants are a problem.

Best budget deal Oneisall Double-Sided Pet Air Purifier (PP02) $179.99 at Amazon
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The deal: The Oneisall Double-Sided Pet Air Purifier (PP02) is currently 50% off with an Amazon coupon, bringing the price down from $179.99 to $89.99.

The Oneisall Double-Sided Pet Air Purifier (PP02) isn’t super fancy, but it’s effective. According to the manufacturer, it captures up to 80 percent more pet hair than competitor air purifiers, and it has a double-sided intake, so it can purify the air from two directions. Whether it actually purifies 80 percent more pet dander isn’t something I can quantifiably verify, but I can say that this little thing gets rid of odors fast. I’ve decided to keep it in my front bathroom (where their puppy pads are). Plus, the little cat cutout on the front lets you see just how much pet hair is being collected, so you know when it’s time to clean the filter.

This purifier uses a triple-layer filter system that includes a washable pre-filter (a big money saver), a HEPA filter, and a high-density activated carbon filter. There’s a smart sensor right on top that uses a color code (green, yellow, or red light) to let you know when your air quality is subpar. The only feature I wish it had is an app.

Best three-in-one deal Blueair ComfortPure $299.98 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $200.01   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

The deal: The Blueair ComfortPure 3-in-1 Air Purifier is on sale for $299.98, down from $499.99. That's a 40% discount and a $200.01 savings.

If you're looking for an air purifier that multitasks as a heater and a fan, this one's for you. This model is truly versatile because it eliminates the need for separate gadgets. Mashable's Lauren Allain found that the heating function did a "great job" in a chilly basement, confirming that the unit's ability to quickly warm a room up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit more than earns it a spot next to the holiday dinner table. This is a powerhouse of a machine that pulls its weight year-round, purifying the air while heating or cooling.

She also notes that the Blueair app is "super impressive" and gives you complete control over your environment, including real-time air quality, temperature, and filter status. In fact, the remote control is so useless next to the "spectacular" app that she tossed it. Plus, this purifier is lightweight and features a convenient fabric carrying handle, which makes it easy to haul this unit between rooms as needed.

More Black Friday air purifier deals Coway Airmega AP-1512HH(W) $142.99 at Amazon
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