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Our favorite Shark vacuum for pet hair is just $150 at Amazon for Black Friday

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:42

TL;DR: Hosting people for the holidays? One of our favorite vacuums for pet hair, the Shark Pet stick vacuum, is 51% off at Amazon and selling quickly.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Pet cordless stick vacuum $148 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $151.99   Get Deal

The Shark Pet always gets a big discount during Prime Day or Black Friday, and this year it's 51% off at Amazon. This is a genuine discount, and actually a record-low price for the product. On top of that, this popular cordless stick vacuum sold out quickly when it went on sale during October Prime Day, so don't wait for Thanksgiving to pick this one up.

Why do we love the Shark Pet? This isn't just some random vacuum we found on sale. It's a favorite among both Mashable readers and writers. Mashable reporter Tim Marcin sang this vacuum's praises when it went on sale for Prime Day 2025, calling it "my personal favorite vacuum" and "the best I've ever owned."

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

"The long and short of it: It's light, super-effective at sucking up fur, affordable, and lasts for quite some time on a charge. It also converts into a hand vacuum when needed. For years, I trudged a corded vacuum across my NYC apartment, thinking it was the only affordable tool that could effectively remove pet hair. Then I got the Shark cordless, and it did a better job without a cord, and at a much lighter weight."

Shark is actually one of our favorite vacuum brands, and in our cleaning tests, the brand's vacuums consistently perform well, whether they're robot vacuums or stick vacuums.

So, if you're looking for the best vacuum for pet hair this Black Friday, you can buy this one with confidence.

Pick up the Shark Pet while it's still in stock at Amazon for just $148, a 51% discount and it's lowest-ever price.

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Google Chrome is testing a big change to tabs

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:32

Google's flagship web browser is getting a new feature that people already love in other browsers — vertical tabs.

The new tab feature is available now as part of the Chrome Canary experimental build for developers, per Windows Report. In the developer beta, when you right-click on the tab bar that normally sits horizontally underneath the URL entry field in Chrome, you'll now see an option that reads, "Show tabs on side." This allows you to arrange your tabs vertically. If you do, the tabs will appear in a sidebar on the left side of the browser.

As with any developer beta, the feature will likely get some tweaks before it's released to users. And there's no way of telling when that might happen.

Vertical tabs are a feature that has been available in other browsers, such as Vivaldi, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge, for several years now. Chrome users have been living behind the times.

SEE ALSO: The best Chromebooks of 2025: Our top tested picks, compared

It sounds like the vertical tab interface gives you most of the features you'd want out of it. You can search tabs, arrange them into groups, create new ones, and switch back and forth between vertical and horizontal tabs at will. You can also collapse the sidebar to clean up your screen. While this is just a cosmetic change to a feature that Chrome has had since its inception, it's sure to be welcome news among avid tab collectors nonetheless.

That said, there's another option for managing tabs, if you're brave enough.

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This $30 cooler proves you don’t need liquid cooling for high-end chips

How-To Geek - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:30

CPU coolers are one of those components that PC builders love to splurge on to keep their expensive silicon cool and happy. However, the simple truth is that liquid cooling is well beyond what's necessary for most people.

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Nintendo Switch deals are live ahead of Black Friday: Best-ever prices on games, controllers, accessories, and more

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:28
Best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals at a glance: Best Nintendo Switch game deal Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition (Switch 1) $39.99 (save $45) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch Controller deal 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller $55.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch Storage Deal Lexar 512GB Play PRO microSD Express Card $99.49 (save $20.50) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Nintendo Switch Console Deal Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle $499 Get Deal

Wait a minute, before you go and waste your money on things you actually need this Black Friday like a washing machine and rent, you need to check out these Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 Black Friday deals. I'm just messing around, but there are some truly amazing early Black Friday Switch deals on controllers, accessories, and most importantly, games.

SEE ALSO: The 17 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.

Frankly, it's great to see deals on Nintendo Switch 2 games considering it hasn't been available for that long. There's plenty of stocking fillers and backlog stuffers to choose from right now. I've also labelled which each deal is compatible with the Switch 1, Switch 2, or both consoles, so you know exactly what you're buying.

Best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch console deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle $499 at Amazon
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The Nintendo Switch 2 isn't getting any traditional discounts this Black Friday per se, but that doesn't mean you can't get a good deal on one. Case in point: this bundle that nets you the Nintendo Switch 2 console itself and a copy of Mario Kart World. A Switch 2 on its own is $449, and Mario Kart World alone is $79, so you're still seeing a savings of $30 by getting the bundle. If you need the Switch 2 system itself and want something great to play along with it, this is the best bet by far. You'll get hours of entertainment out of Mario Kart World and still save some cash. Win-win! Additionally, there are similar bundles to choose from that go in and out of stock, so it's best to keep checking back if there are certain games you're looking to score alongside your system.

More Black Friday Nintendo Switch console dealsBest early Black Friday Nintendo Switch game deal Opens in a new window Credit: Square Enix Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition (Switch 1) $39.99 at Amazon
$74.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Nearly half off for every 2D Final Fantasy game? Yes please.There's some great quality of life upgrades spread across FF I-VI including an updated HUD, HD character sprites, a rearranged soundtrack by original composer Nobuo Uematsu, and auto battle options. Plus you get a free sticker sheet.

More Black Friday Nintendo Switch game dealsBest early Black Friday Nintendo Switch controller deal Opens in a new window Credit: 8BitDo 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller $55.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $14.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Nice button action, amazing erganomics, and plenty of features such as complex macros, interchangable A, B, X, and Y buttons, and adjustable triggers. It's a very close call between the Pro 3 and the Ultimate 2 from 8BitDo, and don't get me started on the Arcade stick, but the Pro 3 wins for me personally. This gets picked up over my Switch Pro controller every day of the week.

More budget Black Friday Nintendo Switch controller dealsBest early Black Friday Nintendo Switch accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lexar Lexar 512GB Play PRO microSD Express Card $99.49 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $100.50   Get Deal Why we like it

Getting twice the normal storage to plug into your Nintendo Switch 2 is a godsend if you're bringing a big Nintendo Switch library with you. This 512gb Lexar option does the job well with $20.50 knocked off, so you're getting all of this extra storage for less than $100. That's enough room to fit an extra 20-51 Nintendo Switch 2 games between 10-25GB in size and even more Switch 1 titles.

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I test headphones for a living — these are the 10 best early Black Friday deals

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:20
Best early Black Friday headphones and earbuds deals Best noise-cancelling headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones $248 (save $151.99) Get Deal Best noise-cancelling earbuds deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd gen) $216.13 (save $82.87) Get Deal Best deal under $100 Sony WH-CH720N $88 (save $91.99) Get Deal

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

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

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

As of Nov. 21, I've spotted some especially noteworthy headphones and earbuds on sale — all of which Mashable has recommended in some capacity. In this case, a noteworthy deal is not simply something on sale. In fact, I've only selected deals that are actually great Black Friday deals (and not easy to grab on sale at other times of year).

For instance, I didn't add the second generation Bose QC Ultra earbuds to this list when they were on sale for $249 — they hit that price in September, and have returned to it since (before Black Friday deals kicked off).However, with the start of Black Friday sales, they've dipped down to $216.13, making them a deal worth mentioning as truly one of the best.

As we approach Black Friday proper on Nov. 28, I expect more exceptional deals to pop up. But for the time being, here are the best headphones and earbuds deals ahead of Black Friday.

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

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

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

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

Earbuds designed for quiet and long wear time Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd gen) $216 at Amazon
$299 Save $83   Get Deal at Amazon

As I mentioned in the intro, despite being a relatively new release, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd gen) have gone on sale a couple times, dropping down to $249 in select colorways. For Black Friday, not only are all the colorways on sale, but now select ones have dropped even lower, bringing these earbuds to a record-low price of $216.13.

SEE ALSO: Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds 2 are one of the best noise-cancelling earbuds available, but not a must-upgrade

I get that sale or not, over $200 is a hefty investment for a pair of earbuds. To that, I would say if you're someone looking for something you can wear all day, and prioritize top of the line noise cancellation above all else, these earbuds will be worth it for you. The fit keeps them secure without causing soreness, and helps seal you into a place of quiet that, along with the ANC, rivals many over-ear headphones I've tested.

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

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

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

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

And Sony's latest flagship headphones Sony WH-1000XM6 $398 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $61.99   Get Deal at Amazon

While these are still $150 more than the XM5s, it is worth mentioning that the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are down to their lowest price ever at $398. It's certainly possible that their price will drop even further next week, but I've also seen Sony stick to their initial discounts in past shopping holidays. If you want the best sound Sony (and most brands, tbh) has to offer, industry-leading ANC, and ear cups that fold in (a convenient feature for travelers), then the XM6's are an excellent choice. In his review, Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth wrote, "if you want best-in-class noise-cancellling headphones and pristine audio quality, the headphones deliver."

Mid-range headphones for under $100 Sony WH-CH720N $88 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $91.99   See It at Amazon

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

Though you can often find them on sale for $98 (a feat on its own, considering their $179.99 list price), it's slightly less common to find them on sale for $88, making this a great deal ahead of Black Friday. As an added bonus, the pink colorway is more unique than you might find from other budget headphones options under $100.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The best earbuds for working out Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $199.95 at Walmart
$414.62 Save $214.67   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon

When I first tried out the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, I wasn't sure I'd like them all that much, as I had trouble finding how to properly put them on with the ear hook (my colleague Sam Mangino had a similar experience). However, there's a reason they say first impressions aren't everything — after we both found the right ear tip size and got through this small learning curve, we fell in love with these earbuds. So Mashable contributor Alex Bracetti, who gave them a Mashable Choice Award in his review.

This consensus made these an easy pick for the best earbuds for working out: though their ANC isn't the best, it's present, the ear hook keeps the buds in place without being uncomfortable, the sound is rich, the on-ear controls reliable and perfect for using mid-workout, and the built-in heart rate monitor is a convenient feature, especially if you don't already own a fitness tracker. Though they've hit this sale price before, they don't go on sale often, so I recommend grabbing them while you can.

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Pluribus episode 4 reveals a game-changing hint about the Others

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:14

Carol Sturka (Rhea Seehorn) goes full detective mode in episode 4 of Pluribus. Armed with blunt questioning (but tragically no deerstalker hat or magnifying glass), she uncovers a major revelation: The Joining of the Others' hive mind can be reversed.

SEE ALSO: 'Pluribus' episode 3: Can you actually stay at that ice hotel?

So, how did Carol find this out, and what does this mean going forward? Let's break it down.

Carol learns that the Others cannot lie.

In episode 4, titled "Please, Carol," Carol sits down for a frank chat with one of the Others named Larry (Somebody Somewhere's Emmy–winning Jeff Hiller). Throughout the scene, she asks him some tough questions about her relationship with her partner, Helen (Miriam Shor). What did Helen think of her Winds of Wycaro books? Did she think Carol's unpublished novel Bitter Chrysalis was actually any good?

Drawing on the Others' hive mind, which contains all of Helen's memories, Larry reluctantly gives Carol some hard truths. Helen thought that Winds of Wycaro was "harmless," the literary equivalent of "cotton candy." She also only thought Bitter Chrysalis was "fine." In fact, she hadn't even finished reading Carol's draft.

The conversation with Larry is a painful one, with Carol picking away at her grief about Helen. Yet it's also useful: Thanks to Carol's insistence that Larry answer her, even if it's an answer that will harm her, she learns that the Others are incapable of telling a lie.

She decides to use that discovery against Zosia (Karolina Wydra), still in the hospital following episode 3's grenade explosion. Carol flat-out asks whether there's a way to reverse the Joining. When Zosia waffles, telling Carol the Others "can't answer questions like that," Carol knows she's onto something.

"Your non-answer is my answer," Carol reasons. But how can she get Zosia to spill the Others' secrets?

Carol uses sodium thiopental, aka "truth serum," against Zosia.

The answer to Carol's quandary? Drugs!

She raids the hospital stash for sodium thiopental, a barbiturate that serves as a general anesthetic. The drug lowers inhibition, making it a kind of "truth serum," as evidenced by Carol's test injection on herself. Within minutes, Carol loses any of her composed grouchiness. She begins dancing around her living room, sobbing about Helen, and even doing dramatic readings of the Wycaro books. (She's right, these books should be a movie.)

But most fascinating of all is when she reveals what she truly thinks of Zosia — that she's "so goddamn fuckable." If the sodium thiopental can get Carol to reveal her deep-kept secret that she's attracted to one of the Others, then surely it can get Zosia to tell her how to reverse the Joining, right?

Not quite. A drugged Zosia manages to hold off on telling Carol the truth, instead going into cardiac arrest. But her panic, and that of all the Others begging Carol to stop, is proof enough that the Joining can be undone. The "how" remains a mystery, though. But don't worry! After all her sleuthing in this episode, you can bet Detective Carol isn't done with this case.

Pluribus is now streaming on Apple TV, with a new episode every Friday.

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Im a pro robot vacuum reviewer and my top 2 picks of 2025 just dropped below $1,000 for Black Friday

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:03
A peek at the best early Black Friday deals on robot vacuums Best budget robot vacuum deal Eufy E20 3-in-1 $297.49 at Amazon (Save $150 at Amazon) Get Deal Best mid-range robot vacuum deal Narwal Freo Z10 Ultra $799.99 at Amazon (Save $500 at Amazon) Get Deal Best premium robot vacuum deal Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller $999.99 (Save $600 at Dreame) Get Deal

I test robot vacuums for a living and have been keeping tabs on robot vacuum deals trends for over half a decade — and I'd say Black Friday's count of robot vacuums on sale beats spring cleaning sales and even both Prime Days. It makes sense: Many brands release their new vacuums for the year at CES in January (or at least near the CES time frame), so Black Friday is often an eleventh hour push to sell the "old" but still great robot vacuums from the past year.

SEE ALSO: I tested 25 robot vacuum and mop combos and found 5 that actually scrub

But I'm noticing something peculiar this year: There aren't as many good early robot vacuum deals as there were at this point in 2024. Last year, the week before Thanksgiving saw a major chunk of Black Friday vacuum deals already live (officially marked with the retailer's "Black Friday deal" tag). In 2025, confirmed early Black Friday prices feel impossible to come by so far — despite Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target being in the thick of their early Black Friday sales.

Below, I've pulled the early Black Friday deals on robot vacuums that are actually worth your money — the ones at record-low pricing or matching their October Prime Day sale price. But my ultimate advice? Use the next few days to read up on what to look for in a robot vacuum and assess the features that are non-negotiables in your home. Then, check back to this post as more deals go live ahead of Black Friday.

Best early Black Friday robot vacuum deal so far Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller $999.99 at Dreame
$1,599.99 Save $600   Get Deal Why I like it

The Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller is the most powerful robot vacuum on the mainstream market, and it's less than $1,000 for the first time ever for Black Friday. Spending that much on a vacuum probably sounds like brain rot to budget shoppers, but think of it this way: The Dreame's 30,000 Pa of suction power is more than 10,000 Pa stronger than the most powerful robot vacuums we saw on sale last Black Friday, and they were still hovering around the $1,000 mark. With the addition of a robust self-rinsing roller mop, this is a real bang for your buck.

I've been testing the Aqua10 Ultra Roller at home for over a month and can personally confirm its efficacy. Its pet hair pickup on rugs has impressed me the most: It has had about a 99 percent pickup rate for large clumps of cat hair that I put in its path and smoosh down into various pile heights. On patterned rugs that camouflage the layer of fur to the naked eye, I've ChomChom-ed the area after the Aqua10 Ultra Roller has done a few passes — and there's barely anything left over to get rolled into the ChomChom compartment. This carpet performance plus a livestream pet camera make the Aqua10 Ultra one of the best vacuums a pet owner could have on hand (robot or not).

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3 Netflix comedies to crack you up this weekend (November 21 - 23)

How-To Geek - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 18:00

Sometimes, the only cure for a long week of brain-frying work is a good, loud laugh. No need to think, just grab a snack and let your funny bone do the rest. Netflix, as it turns out, has quite a selection of reliably funny movies, the kind that range from classic absurdist flicks to smarter, even action-packed comedies.

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Best 65-inch+ TVs for watching in dark and bright rooms

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 17:50
The best 65-inch TVs for 2025 at a glance Best QLED TV for most people TCL 65-inch QM8K $899.99 at Best Buy Shop Now Best OLED TV for most people LG 65-inch C5 $1,399.99 at Best Buy Shop Now Best art TV for most people Samsung 65-inch The Frame Pro $1,597.99 at Amazon Shop Now

Compared to other appliances, the journey to buy a new TV is arguably one of the most elusive.

Unboxing them (and returning them, if you really need to) will have you sweating significantly more than, say, a robot vacuum would, and the tech involved gets far more in the weeds than, say, whether a refrigerator can reliably keep food cold. Of course, you can totally go to the store to try to assess things like brightness or color volume in person. But seeing 15 TVs playing the same exact thing is often less of a helpful real-life simulation and more of a disorienting house of mirrors.

SEE ALSO: The 40+ best tech gifts of the year, hand-picked by professional gadget nerds

There are two ways you could go about your TV hunt next: Falling into a Reddit rabbit hole about the best TV to buy in 2025 or just seeing what an expert has to say.

How do I choose my new TV?

TV specs are notoriously confusing to people who don't test them for a living. Luckily, we happen to know some people who actually do test TVs for a living: Ty Pendlebury, CNET's TV and home video editor, and Will Greenwald, PCMag's home theater and AR/VR expert. CNET and PCMag are both owned by Mashable's publisher, Ziff Davis, and both have dedicated labs for testing TVs.

SEE ALSO: What to look for when buying a TV, as told through this easy TV specs guide

With Pendlebury and Greenwald's expertise in mind, we've pulled the best QLED and OLED TVs you can buy as of November 2025. It's a much more consolidated list than most others you'll find online — but that might be a relief if you're overwhelmed with the options. We've dubbed 65 inches as the sweet spot for most people, though these curated picks would also shine if you go an even bigger route. All options included come in 75 or 77 inches, with most also expanding to 83 or 85 inches.

If it makes your investment feel less intimidating, just know that most of our top TVs for 2025 are on sale for Black Friday — but you probably already knew that November is one of the best months to buy a TV on sale.

Best QLED TV for most people Our pick: TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $899.99 at Best Buy
$2,499.99 Save $1,600.00   Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

The QLED TV market is a more saturated one than OLED, so pinpointing a singular model as the best QLED TV with no further questions asked is a little bit rockier. For most people, the best QLED TV for your buck will be the TCL QM8K.

The 2025 QM8K is even brighter than the older version, the QM8, which was consistently regarded as one of the absolute brightest TVs on the market for 2024. Though there are some brighter TVs than the QM8K model this year, it still deserves major credit for such a punchy mini-LED panel and full-array local dimming in this price range. Pendlebury couldn't help but point out this stellar picture quality, contrast, and shadow detail — especially for being a non-OLED TV.

SEE ALSO: If dark scenes are too dark on your TV, play around with these settings

While this intensity of brightness makes the QM8K a solid choice for watching TV in daylight, its more-precise-than-usual backlights keep details crisp in a dark room. The new anti-halo effect is an effective fix for some of the blooming that its predecessor experienced.

For a story about big TVs, it's also worth noting that the QM8K goes past the usual 85-inch max size to a massive 98-inch screen.

What are the other sizes?

The TCL QM8 comes in 65, 75, 85, 98, and 115 inches.

Another QLED pick worth considering TCL 65-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $497.99 at Amazon
  Shop Now at Amazon Shop Now at Best Buy

The QM8K's more affordable sibling, the TCL QM6K, is a solid choice for a mini LED TV if you're iffy about inching so close to the $1,000 mark. It's been stockpiling five-star reviews since it was released in January 2025 at CES, and comes in a 55-inch version (whereas the QM8K can't go smaller than 65 inches). With a 500 zone mini LED backlight, Pendlebury was impressed by the deep black levels this budget model produced. He noted that the QM6K's detailed shadows during darker movies palpably stood out compared to the similarly-priced Roku Pro.

It's not a stretch to say that the QM6K is the best budget mini LED TV out there right now — especially with the 65-inch QM6K at its palatable Black Friday price of $699.99. Mashable Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart recently upgraded to this model in her own apartment and has noticed a major difference in how colors pop compared to her old LED 4K TV, and she doesn't have to squint to make out details when watching football in the daytime anymore.

Best OLED TV for most people Our pick: LG 65-inch C5 OLED 4K TV $1,399.99 at Best Buy
$2,699.99 Save $1,300.00   Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

LG's C series OLEDs are the darling of the TV-obsessed corner of the internet, and the newest version is the 2025 C5, released in March. It builds on the beloved 2024 C4 with higher peak brightness (especially in HDR) and an improved anti-glare screen coating needed for rooms with heavy natural light. But as we've grown to expect from the C series, the C5's wheelhouse is still stark contrast and impeccable image quality. Pendlebury noted the sleek ultra-thin design and viewing angles, uniformity

Much of this impeccable quality is effortless on your part, too, thanks to the addition of Filmmaker Mode, in which the TV tweaks its own settings to preserve the director's intended aspect ratio, colors, and frame rates (rather than you doing the adjusting by hand). The C5 also earns high marks from gamers with its 144Hz refresh rate and four HDMI ports, setting it apart from the LG B5's 120Hz.

The headline of CNET's LG C5 review confirms that you were smart to wait until Black Friday for this one: "LG C5 OLED TV Review: Great Picture; Now Wait for the Price Drop," Pendlebury advises. Well, the price has dropped indeed — the 65-inch LG C5 TV is 48% off at Best Buy for Black Friday. That brings it to $1,399.99 instead of its usual $2,699.99, making it not even $100 more expensive than the 65-inch C4 (on clearance for $1,274.99). If you were stuck in the C4 vs. C5 loop before this, there's no reason not to opt for the C5 now.

What are the other sizes?

The LG C5 comes in 42, 48, 55, 65, 77, and 83 inches.

Another OLED pick worth considering Samsung 65-inch S95F OLED TV $1,997.95 at Amazon
$2,379.96 Save $382.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Walmart

If you know your TV time will be pretty evenly split between daytime and nighttime watching or gaming, the Samsung S95F is the rare OLED option that would truly perform equally well in a dark home theater or a well-lit living area. You'd have a hard time finding a brighter OLED TV with more intricate image quality. CNET can't help but rank this as the best 65-inch TV you can buy in 2025.

Another aspect contributing to this TV's brilliant display is the matte finish. That's not a feature you see too often in non-art TVs, and it's so effective that it may put the S95F ahead of LG's G5 (often regarded as the brightest OLED TV). According to Pendlebury, it's the best-in-class glare reduction in a bright room: "That matte finish really works, reducing windows and other glare to dimmer blobs instead of super-bright, mirror-like distractions."

Compared to last year's S95D, which also benefited from the anti-glare finish, the S95F's black levels run circles around those of the S95D in a bright room. Compared to the LG C5, the S95F's main downfall is merely its steep price tag. The 65-inch Samsung S95F is $2,299.99 for Black Friday — almost $1,000 more expensive than the 65-inch C5's Black Friday sale price.

Best art TV Samsung 65-inch The Frame Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV $1,597.99 at Amazon
$2,097.99 Save $500.00   Shop Now at Amazon Shop Now at Best Buy Why we like it

The Frame Pro is Samsung's first Frame model to be decked out with a mini LED panel, which is what Samsung means when it says "Neo QLED." More individually-controlled bulbs lead to more precise lighting, an advantage best reflected in the Frame Pro's strong color accuracy.

Cinephiles aren't going to be thrilled with the Frame Pro's limited contrast, but they're not the main market for a premium art TV like the Frame Pro, anyway. No, the target audience is folks who want a dazzling, realistic digital picture frame first and a decent TV second. Greenwald was "taken by the detail and realism" of famous paintings displayed on the Frame Pro from the Samsung Art Store. "They looked like well-lit versions of the actual paintings, and while I haven’t seen any Bosch firsthand, I will say Magritte’s “The Menaced Assassin” on The Frame Pro is a spitting image of the actual work at the MoMA," he asserted. "Photos also look excellent, evoking a picture in a frame instead of a glowing TV."

The Frame Pro leaves something to be desired when it comes to gaming. Greenwald pointed out the high input lag (possibly due to the Wireless One Connect Box), so anyone looking for a pretty living room TV to double as a gaming TV probably shouldn't settle on this one. Similarly, the Frame Pro isn't super bright even with the help of its mini LED backlight — however, its effective matte finish does give it a leg up over the glossier finish of non-art TVs.

What are the other sizes?

The 2025 Samsung Frame Pro only comes in 65 and 75 inches. The non-Pro Samsung Frame comes in 32, 43, 50, 55, 65, 75, and 85 inches.

Another art TV pick worth considering Hisense 65-inch Canvas QLED 4K TV $897.99 at Amazon
$1,297.99 Save $400   Shop Now at Amazon Shop Now at Walmart Shop Now at Best Buy

The OG Samsung Frame is the obvious less expensive alternative to its Pro sibling. We probably didn't need to tell you that. However, there's still a Frame dupe to heavily consider. The 2025 Hisense CanvasTV is a well-liked underdog in the market previously dominated by Samsung.

Gamers eyeing a more budget-friendly matte TV should go with the Hisense Canvas and its 144Hz over The Frame and its 120Hz. If you're strict about HDR, you may also prefer Hisense's Dolby Vision support over Samsung's HDR10+ support.

SEE ALSO: Laptop specs explained: A jargon-free guide to what's inside your computer

Deputy Shopping Editor Miller Kern has a Hisense CanvasTV hanging in a gallery wall of actual framed art, and this thing is chic. "The CanvasTV has a matte finish that makes it look less like a TV and more like a giant picture frame. It's not totally glare-proof, but it does look really nice whether the TV is on or off. The TV itself looks stupid good in a gallery wall and really does blend in with other artwork and wall hangings, especially in art mode.

The 65-inch Hisense Canvas TV retails for 1,297.99 but can consistently be found on sale for under $1,000, sitting at $899.99 for Black Friday. Compare that to the 65-inch Frame's lowest price ever of $997.99 or the 65-inch Frame Pro's lowest price ever of $1,597.99.

Bonus: Best outdoor TV Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Our pick: Samsung 65-inch The Terrace Partial Sun Outdoor QLED 4K TV $4,999.99 at Samsung
  Get Deal Why we like it

Most of the top TV brands still haven't branched out into the outdoor TV market (outdoor meaning waterproof). But we're OK with that, because Samsung's The Terrace is the only pick you'll need.

The 2024 version of The Terrace is the only Terrace with Neo QLED lighting, which is just Samsung's term of endearment for mini LEDs. This makes it the brightest Terrace yet, and brightness is the top factor determining how clear a TV screen's details are when watching in broad daylight — though the anti-glare screen helps, too. The Terrace's AI upscaling methods have even been optimized specifically for watching in a shaded outdoor space, regardless of the season. As for the waterproofness, the newest Terrace TV has an IP56 rating versus the older models' IP55.

What are the other sizes?

The 2024 Samsung Terrance (Partial Sun) comes in 55, 65, and 75 inches.

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Google is starting showing ads in a popular search mode

How-To Geek - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 17:43

Google has officially started showing sponsored ads within its Gemini-powered AI Mode search results. This is something we all knew was coming eventually, but seeing the ads roll out into the official build shows that it's finally coming.

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The Bambu Labs Black Friday sale makes me wish I had waited to buy a 3D printer

How-To Geek - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 17:30

Have you been looking for the perfect excuse to get a 3D printer? I wish I could use this Black Friday Bambu Lab sale as an excuse to buy another one—the prices are that good.

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Google Chrome is about to get a big tabs feature

How-To Geek - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 17:27

Have you ever wished that Google Chrome would let you move all your browser tabs to the side instead of them all piling up into tiny icons at the top of your screen? If so, we have some potentially big news. After years of rumors and every other major browser slowly adding the feature, it appears that Google Chrome may finally be introducing vertical tabs.

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I found 20+ early Black Friday deals on power stations: Shop Jackery, Anker, Bluetti, and more

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 17:23
The best early Black Friday power station deals at a glance: Best Jackery Deal Jackery Explorer 240D $132 (save $77) Get Deal Best Anker Deal Anker Solix C1000 $397 (save $402) Get Deal Best Bluetti Deal Bluetti AC180 $409 (save $290) Get Deal Best DJI deal DJI Power 1000 $449 (save $250) Get Deal Best EF EcoFlow Deal EF EcoFlow Delta 2 + 220W Solar Panel $549 (save $750) Get Deal

Scouring the early Black Friday sales this year has been interesting. While some categories are off to a slow, underwhelming start (I’m looking at you, Ninja), the portable power station market is fully going for it.

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

I’m not a doomsday prepper, but I am someone who lives in a storm-prone area where the power goes out if the wind blows the wrong way. So, I track these prices religiously. And right now, we're seeing deals that match, and in some cases actually beat, the record lows we saw during Prime Day. If you’ve been stressed about keeping your devices charged during a winter storm or just want a reliable backup for camping, now's the time to shop.

The discounts are surprisingly good this year, with major brands like Bluetti, Jackery, EF EcoFlow, and Anker offering 40% to 60% off. Even DJI, which is usually pretty stubborn with its pricing, is getting in on the action.

Best early Black Friday Jackery power station deal Jackery Explorer 240D $132 at Amazon
$209 Save $77   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

I love a heavy-duty home backup system, but I am not trying to haul a 50-pound generator around unless I absolutely have to. For camping trips, beach days, or just keeping my iPad alive during a spotty power outage, I want something I can carry in one hand.

As of Nov. 21, the Jackery Explorer 240D is on sale for $132 at Amazon. That's a 37% discount (or a $77 price cut) off its $209 list price, and it's the best deal we've seen on this specific model. If you want to save even more, Jackery is offering an extra $200 off to customers who subscribe to its newsletter, but that coupon is only valid on orders over $2,000, so it won't apply to this deal specifically.

The 240D uses a LiFePO4 battery, which means it has a 10-year lifespan and can handle 4,000+ charge cycles (the old ones could only do about 500). It packs 256Wh of capacity into a tiny 4.85-pound box, so you can fast-charge your laptop, phone, or drone directly via its 140W USB-C ports.

Just keep in mind: This is a "power bank" style station, meaning it has USB ports but no AC wall outlet. It’s designed for devices, not appliances. But for $132, it’s the perfect "just in case" gadget to keep in your closet.

More Jackery power station dealsBest early Black Friday Anker power station deal Anker Solix C1000 $397 at Amazon
$799 Save $402   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Read our full review of the Anker Solix C1000 portable power station.

If you need something with a bit more oomph than the Jackery 240D but aren't trying to spend $1,000, this is the sweet spot. The Anker Solix C1000 hits that perfect middle ground for capacity and portability, and right now, it's half off.

As of Nov. 21, the Anker Solix C1000 is on sale for $397 at Amazon. That's a 50% discount (or a $402 price cut) off its $799 list price. It's also the lowest price we've seen on this model since Prime Day (it was $399 in October).

The Solix C1000 is a Mashable Choice Award winner. Mashable's Lauren Allain tested this unit extensively, from powering an outdoor movie night to keeping her essentials running during a power outage, and called it "simply perfect." She specifically praised its "awesome price-to-features ratio" and its incredibly fast recharge time (0 to 100% in under an hour!).

With 1,056Wh of capacity and 1,800W of output, it can handle everything from a CPAP machine (for 18+ hours) to a full-size fridge (for up to 14 hours). And if you decide later that you need even more juice, you can double its capacity with an expansion battery.

More Anker power station dealsBest early Black Friday Bluetti power station deal Bluetti AC180 $409 at Amazon
$699 Save $290   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

If you missed the Anker deal above (or if you just want a little more juice), this is the one to grab. It's a direct competitor that sits in that same "Goldilocks" zone of size and power, but with a few extra perks.

As of Nov. 21, the Bluetti AC180 is on sale for $409 at Amazon. That's 41% off its usual $699 price tag, saving you nearly $300. (It hit this new all-time low yesterday, according to CamelCamelCamel.)

Here's why you might choose this one over the others: It has a slightly larger battery (1,152Wh) and a specialized "Power Lifting" mode. This boosts the output to 2,700W to handle resistive loads, meaning you can run high-wattage essentials like a space heater or electric kettle without tripping the unit. It also charges super fast (0-80% in just 45 minutes) and works as a reliable UPS backup for your computer or CPAP.

More Bluetti power station dealsBest early Black Friday DJI power station deal DJI Power 1000 $449 at Amazon
$699 Save $250   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

DJI is known for its drones, not its discounts, so seeing the DJI Power 1000 drop this low is a genuinely pleasant surprise. If you're a drone pilot or just someone who hates the loud humming noise most power stations make, this is the deal for you.

As of Nov. 21, the DJI Power 1000 is on sale for $449 at Amazon. That's 36% off its $699 list price, and $250 in savings.

It operates at just 23dB, which is quieter than a whisper. You can charge it right next to your bed and not even hear it. For drone owners, it has dedicated SDC ports that can fast-charge select DJI drone batteries from 10% to 95% in just 32 minutes. It also has a 1,024Wh capacity and dual 140W USB-C ports for your non-drone gear.

More DJI power station deals Best Black Friday EF EcoFlow power station deal EF EcoFlow Delta 2 + 220W Solar Panel $549 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $750   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

If you’re looking for a true "off-grid" ready kit, buying a power station on its own is only half the battle. Usually, adding a decent solar panel will set you back another $300 or more. That’s why this bundle deal is so good — it includes the panel for a price that beats many standalone stations.

As of Nov. 21, the EF ECOFLOW Solar Generator Delta 2 Bundle is on sale for $549 at Amazon. This bundle includes the excellent Delta 2 power station (1,024Wh capacity, LiFePO4 battery) plus a 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel.

"Bifacial" just means it captures sunlight on both sides (ambient light on the back), which EcoFlow says can increase energy capture by up to 25%. Combined with the Delta 2's fast charging and 1,800W output, this is a turnkey solution for camping or emergency backup.

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The creator-favorite DJI Mic Mini has hit a new record-low price at Amazon — save over $90 this Black Friday

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 17:13

SAVE OVER $90: The DJI Mic Mini (2 TX, 1 RX, and Charging Case) is on sale for $78.90 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's over $90 off and the lowest price we've ever seen.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon DJI Mic Mini (2 TX, 1 RX, and Charging Case) $78.90 at Amazon
$169 Save $90.10   Get Deal

The DJI Mic Mini is one of those products that we keep a particularly close eye on. Mashable readers seems to absolutely love it and it goes on sale a lot. That's a recipe for success, so we make sure we're the first to tell you about any new price drops. And with Amazon launching its Black Friday sale, we were waiting patiently for something to happen.

And we didn't need to wait long, because the DJI Mic Mini (2 TX, 1 RX, and Charging Case) is on sale for $78.90 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's over $90 off and the lowest price we've ever seen. It's worth noting that this item is being sold by Top Sports. We don't generally recommend third-party sellers, but Top Sports have a strong track record and a new record-low price deserves your attention.

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This DJI Mic Mini bundle includes everything you could ask for: two transmitters, one charging case, four windscreens, one receiver, two magnetic clips, and all the other bits you need to start making content without delay. It's a super portable piece of kit with about 48 hours of battery life, so you really can take this mic with you wherever you plan to shoot.

Mashable's Bethany Allard reviewed this mic and said that it "offers a lot of versatility, and for a great value." But at a steep discount? It's a steal.

Score the best-ever price on the DJI Mic Mini in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

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The best early Black Friday TV deals in 2025: Our favorite 65-inch QLED is under $900

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:59
The best early Black Friday TV deals at a glance: BEST 50-inch TV deal Hisense 50-inch QD6 QLED 4K TV $199.99 (save $130) Get Deal Best 55-inch TV deal Amazon 55-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $694.99 (save $125) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $899.99 (save $1,600) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $698 (save $301.99) Get Deal Best giant TV deal Hisense 100-inch QD6 QLED 4K TV $1,299.99 (save $700) Get Deal Best art TV deal Samsung 65-inch The Frame Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV $1597.99 (save $500) Get Deal

It's officially the best time of year to buy a TV. And you don't even have to wake up at 2 a.m., ready to throw fists in a Walmart or Best Buy. While Black Friday proper — which falls on Nov. 28 in 2025 — will likely produce even more unmatched deals, there's plenty of impressive price drops already worth grabbing early. Whether you're looking to upgrade to a larger screen or swap your LED model for a QLED model, this is the time.

As Mashable's TV expert Leah Stodart noted last year, QLED TVs have officially gone from swanky to accessible. That means it's easier than ever for the average household to make the jump to a QLED 4K TV at a budget-friendly price — particularly during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. And you will certainly notice the difference in quality.

Now that Amazon and Best Buy have officially kicked off their Black Friday sales, we're seeing several 2025 Hisense, TCL, Samsung, and Amazon Fire TV models already down to record-low prices, so feel free to shop ahead of the rush. TVs are one of the biggest purchases this time of year and they do tend to sell out. In other words, if you see a model with the specs you want at a price you like, grab it ASAP. Read on for a rundown of our top picks.

Psst: If you're not sure what to do with your old TV, you can recycle it at most Best Buy stores for free.

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

This deal really highlights why we love the Hisense TV brand so much: you can get a QLED 4K TV for under $200. The QD6 model is a well-rounded budget TV that utilizes the Fire TV platform and features built-in Alexa, as well as Dolby Vision HDR and DTS Virtual X audio for better picture quality and crisper sound. It won't wow you quite like a premium QLED would, but you'll still notice a difference from the quantum dots — particularly when watching in the daytime. This 50-inch model is great for smaller living rooms, bedrooms, and apartments and at $199.99, its beating its Prime Day price by nearly $40 at Best Buy. It's currently sold out at Amazon.

Best early Black Friday 65-inch TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $899.99 at Best Buy
$2,499.99 Save $1,600.00   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're not sure what size TV to get, we consider 65 inches to be the sweet spot for most folks. And our top pick for most people is TCL's QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV, thanks to its impressive brightness, stellar picture quality, contrast, shadow detail, and budget-conscious pricing. "While this intensity of brightness makes the QM8K a solid choice for watching TV in daylight, its more-precise-than-usual backlights keep details crisp in a dark room. The new anti-halo effect is an effective fix for some of the blooming its predecessor experienced," Mashable's Leah Stodart notes. It's typically a $2,500 TV, but this Black Friday deal at Best Buy has dropped the cost of the 65-inch model down below $900. Amazon has the same model listed for $2 less, but as it comes from a third-party seller, we're more inclined to go with Best Buy.

Best early Black Friday 75-inch+ TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $698 at Walmart
$999.99 Save $301.99   Get Deal Why we like it

Walmart's excellent deal on the TCL QM6K TV, which our friends at CNET (also owned by Ziff Davis) dubbed the "best TV under $1,000 in 2025," is currently unmatched at Amazon or Best Buy. It checks all the boxes you want in a new TV: impressive picture quality with vibrant colors, smooth streaming interface (via Google TV), a high refresh rate for gaming (144Hz), and a killer price tag. At $698, this Black Friday deal not only beats its Prime Day price by more than $50, but it marks a new record-low. It's not quite as impressive as its QM8K sibling, but the QM6K is "a stellar mini LED TV for the low-to-mid-tier price range," as our team pointed out in our roundup of the best TVs for 2025.

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Youll never lose your valuables again after these early Black Friday deals on Bluetooth trackers

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:40
Best early Black Friday Bluetooth tracker deals at a glance: Best Early Black Friday Apple Bluetooth Tracker Deal Apple AirTag $17.97 (Save $11.03) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Bluetooth Tracker 4-Pack Deal Tile by Life360 Mate $39.99 (Save $40) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Bluetooth Smart Card Tracker Deal Eufy Security SmartTrack Card $23.99 (Save $7) Get Deal

Though we’re still a week away from Black Friday itself, the celebrations have started already — there are lots of great early Black Friday deals live at Amazon and other retailers. It’s always a great time to stock up on tech items, from the very big devices — items such as 65-inch TVs — to the very small. In this case, little Bluetooth trackers, which could prove a game changer. Particularly if you’re someone who’s forever losing their keys, phone, wallet, bag, and other valuables.

SEE ALSO: The 17 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.

The basic idea is that you attach one of these trackers to your belongings. The tracker connects to an app and if you lose that item, you can find it by following the app or prompting the tracker to emit a ring. More expensive trackers may also have more advanced technology to make finding lost items even easier. The gold standard is the Apple AirTag, which you’ll find below, but there are other models that work specifically with iOS, Android, or both. Here’s a selection of the best Bluetooth trackers deals in the early Black Friday sale.

Best early Black Friday Apple Bluetooth tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag $17.97 at Amazon
$29 Save $11.03   Get Deal Why we like it

Perfect for iPhone users and Apple fans in general, the Apple AirTag syncs with the Find My app and uses Ultra Wideband technology for precise locations. It makes a noise to alert you as you search for lost items, and you can share its location with up to five people. There’s also a lost mode that will alert you when the tag is detected by the wider Find My network. It’s not compatible with Android, though.

Best early Black Friday Bluetooth tracker 4-pack deal Opens in a new window Credit: Tile Tile by Life360 Mate $39.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Aside from Apple, Tile Mate is the big name in Bluetooth tracker technology. The real benefit of this set — other than getting four trackers in one pack — is the fact they’re compatible with both iOS and Android. Other features include a discrete SOS alarm, allowing you to notify people if you feel unsafe, and the ability to make a lost phone ring — even when switched to silent. There’s a more colourful version available which costs more, but they're also discounted in the early Black Friday deals.

Best early Black Friday Smart Card tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Security SmartTrack Card $23.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $6   Get Deal Why we like it

The Eufy Security SmartTrack Card is shaped like a credit card for a reason — it’s designed to slip into your wallet and ensure you never lose that wallet ever again. Though it will just as easily slip into the back of a smartphone case, passport cover, or in your bag. It’s iOS only, which isn’t much good for Android users, but that does mean it works with Apple’s Find My app.

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Kodi's predecessor returns to modernize the original Xbox

How-To Geek - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:38

XBMC has had its first major update since 2016 and has officially been released for the Original Xbox. This 4.0 update brings modern Kodi features and the Estuary interface to the classic 2001 console, which means development restarted on a piece of hardware that’s over two decades old.

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Its already playtime thanks to these early Black Friday deals on toys and games

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:31
Best early Black Friday toy deals at a glance: Best Early Black Friday Lego Toy Deal Lego Creator 3-In-1 Rhino $41.99 (Save $18) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Disney Toy Deal Toy Story Talking Woody $17.99 (Save $20.88) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Toy Deal For Younger Kids Bluey Game Hide and Seek Electronic Figure $9.99 (Save $5) Get Deal

There’s never a better time to stock up on toys and games than Black Friday. It’s the event that kicks off the holiday season, which means anyone buying gifts for kids — or for grown ups who are young at heart — is about to spend a bomb on toys. So why not take advantage of Black Friday, the biggest sale event of the whole calendar year? And while the big day itself is still a week away, there are already stacks of early Black Friday deals live at Amazon and other retailers.

SEE ALSO: The 17 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.

If you need some help with toy and game gift ideas, or perhaps you just need a steer to find the best value items in the early Black Friday deals, here’s a rundown of the best toys and games that are already available at discounted prices. There’s something for everyone and all ages here: Lego, action figures, board games, dolls, classic toys, preschool learning, and more.

Best early Black Friday Lego toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Creator 3-In-1 Rhino $41.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $18   Get Deal Why we like it

Lego reigns as the absolute king of all toy brands, with categories and themes for everyone, whether your kids into Star Wars, dinosaurs, or constructing their own cities literally brick-by-brick. But we absolutely love the Creator 3-in-1 series, which offers young builders three awesome models in one box. This set, for instance, can be made into a rhino, a hippo, or a walrus. The upshot is triple the fun, and triple the amount of time your kids will spend occupied by creative, constructive play.

Best early Black Friday Disney toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mattel Toy Story Talking Woody $17.99 at Amazon
$38.87 Save $20.88   Get Deal Why we like it

Thirty years since Toy Story first hit movie theatres, Woody, Buzz, and the gang are still going strong — they’re perennial kids’ favorites and must-have IRL toys. And kids will be going crazy for them all over next year with the release of Toy Story 5. This classic talking 12-inch Woody doll — with more than 30 pull-string sounds and phrases (“There’s a snake in my boot!”) — is also one of the very best toy bargains available in the early Black Friday sale thanks to a massive 54% off the list price. See below for more Toy Story characters at discounted prices.

Best early Black Friday toy deal for younger kids Opens in a new window Credit: Moose Games Bluey Game Hide and Seek Electronic Figure $9.99 at Amazon
$14.99 Save $5   Get Deal Why we like it

Few recent shows have caught the imagination of preschoolers and kindergarten age kids quite like the wholesome, big-hearted Bluey. And this electronic figure is an ideal gift for young Bluey fans. Hide the figure and Bluey giggles to help guide little ones towards her. Bluey also plays music in dance mode when the kids eventually find her, and she doubles up as a regular doll figure. She’s designed to encourage activity and movement — great after a Bluey binge-watch!

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$30k Japanese SUV leads sales against luxury competitors

How-To Geek - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:30

Luxury SUVs are stealing the spotlight in the U.S., slowly taking over from sedans as the go-to ride for drivers who want a bit more flair. The 2025 luxury car market is a rollercoaster, with some brands tanking while others are hitting record-breaking sales.

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The 30+ best early Black Friday Apple deals: Stunning best-ever prices on AirPods and MacBooks

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 16:23
The best early Black Friday Apple deals at a glance: Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $109.99 (save $69.01) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $249 (save $250) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $299 (save $50) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749.99 (save $249.01) Get Deal

Black Friday is easily the best time to buy Apple products, and with just about one week to go until the shopping holiday, the deals are already pretty good. You can thank Amazon for that: It's dropped the price of the entry-level AirPods 4 and M4 MacBook Airs to new all-time lows, and taken $50 off the price of most iPads — even the new M5 iPad Pros.

Other retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target aren't price-matching a ton of Amazon's deals on current-gen Apple devices just yet, but they're picking up the slack when it comes to older models. Best Buy is the only place where some M4 iPad Pros are $100 off, for example, and Walmart has an exclusive discount on last year's Apple Watch Series 10 with cellular connectivity. (It's a whopping 40% off.)

SEE ALSO: Amazon just dropped all the details about its Black Friday sale

As per usual, don't expect the Apple Store itself to offer any crazy-good Black Friday deals. If anything, it'll just run one of its free gift card promos.

We've scoured all of the major players' websites and rounded up the best early Black Friday Apple deals below. We'll continue to update it as we get deeper into the holiday season, so keep checking back.

Best early Black Friday AirTag deal Apple AirTag $17.97 at Amazon
$29 Save $11.03   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

Apple's coin-sized Bluetooth tracker is the perfect sub-$50 stocking stuffer for iPhone owners. It's currently $5 away from its lowest price on record.

More AirTags deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (4-pack) $64.98 at Amazon
$99 Save $34.02   Get Deal Best early Black Friday AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $99.99 at Amazon
$179 Save $79.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

Amazon's Black Friday sale officially kicked off on Nov. 20, and it brought major savings on AirPods. In fact, the deals are kind of wild. Apple AirPods 4 with ANC are now $109.99, which is actually lower than the non-ANC AirPods 4. That saves you $69.01 off its $179 list price, for 39% off. It's the best deal on AirPods we've spotted right now, but there are markdowns on nearly every pair.

More AirPods deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $29.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart
$249 Save $110   Get Deal Apple AirPods 4 $79.99 at Amazon
$129 Save $49.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Apple.com Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $479.99 at Amazon
$549 Save $69.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple EarPods (USB-C) $16.99 at Amazon
$19 Save $2.01   Get Deal Best early Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) $249 at Walmart
$499 Save $250   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's previous-gen flagship wearable has a thin, lightweight design and supports the latest watchOS features like Sleep Score. The model with cellular connectivity is now the same price as the WiFi-only version at Walmart.

More Apple Watch deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Watch Ultra 2 $599 at Amazon
$799 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $449.99 at Amazon
$499 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm) $279 at Walmart
$429 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $159.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $89.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Appl Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS + cellular, 40mm) $162.97 at Amazon
$299 Save $136.03   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 3rd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $199.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $49.01   Get Deal Best early Black Friday iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $279 at Amazon
$349 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

The 11th-gen iPad has a 10.9-inch display, 12MP cameras, and enough power for everyday tasks. Our reviewer called it "a real steal" at its usual sticker price of $349, but you'll pay just $279.99 right now. (That's $0.99 away from its lowest price ever.)

More iPad deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14 Bionic, WiFi, 256GB) $349 at Amazon
$449 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $649 at Amazon
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $949 at Amazon
$999 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,240 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $59   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $899 at Best Buy
$999 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) $1,399 at Best Buy
$1,499 Save $100   Get Deal Best early Black Friday MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon
$999 Save $250   Get Deal Why we like it

Fast and portable, the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is our favorite MacBook for students. The base model is only $750 on Amazon as of early November — a new record low — and I seriously doubt it'll get any cheaper on Black Friday proper. That's a bargain.

More MacBook deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $599 at Walmart
$649 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $649 at Best Buy
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $250   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,444 at Amazon
$1,599 Save $155   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,749 at Amazon
$1,999 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,859 at Amazon
$3,199 Save $340   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $2,189 at Amazon
$2,499 Save $310   Get Deal Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $479 at Amazon
$599 Save $120   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,199 at Amazon
$1,399 Save $200   Get Deal Mac deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac (M4 with 8-core CPU and 8-core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $1,149
$1,299 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac (M4 with 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $1,349 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $150   Get Deal Even more Apple deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple $100 Apple gift card Target Circle members get a $10 Target gift card with $100 Apple gift card purchase Get Deal
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