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The Fire TV Stick 4K Select is only $10 with this wild Black Friday coupon code
SAVE $30: The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select is only $9.99 for select customers with the on-page coupon code STREAM4K at Amazon. That's 75% off its list price and its lowest price ever.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $9.99 at Amazon$39.99 Save $30 with on-page coupon code STREAM4K Get Deal
If a streaming stick is on your shopping list, there's no reason to wait for Black Friday to grab one. Amazon is practically giving away its new Fire TV Stick 4K Select.
The Fire TV Stick 4K Select is down to just $9.99 at Amazon for select customers with the on-page coupon code STREAM4K. That's 75% off its list price of $39.99 and its lowest price ever by a landslide. Without the coupon code, it's still a pretty solid deal at $21.99, but $10 for a 4K streaming stick is honestly outrageous.
Unfortunately, the coupon code seems to only be available for select customers. Several members of Mashable's shopping team are able to see the code, while a few others can't. We're unsure how Amazon goes about selecting which customers are eligible, but congrats if you're one of Amazon's favorites.
You can find the coupon code underneath the pricing details at Amazon if you're one of the lucky ones. Credit: Screenshot: AmazonThe Fire TV 4K Select launched this fall as part of Amazon's newest Fire TV lineup. Whether or not we really needed another Fire TV Stick in general is debatable, but at this wildly low early Black Friday price, we're certainly not complaining. Amazon calls it the "most affordable 4K streaming stick yet." It offers vibrant 4K quality with HDR10+ support and a new operating system called Vega that is ultra-responsive and fast. Its plug-and-play design is the same as every other Fire TV Stick, and it will soon offer support for Alexa+, Xbox Game Pass, Amazon Luna, Amazon Kids+, and NordVPN.
The best Black Friday drone deals: Score huge deals on DJI, Holy Stone, and more top brands
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 dealsDJI 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)
$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 dealsHoly 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)
Nano Banana AI image generation could come to Chrome address bar
Google’s AI image editor Nano Banana has been making waves in the AI world.
The Gemini 2.5 Flash–powered image editing tool was recently released for Google Search and NotebookLM, it will soon be available in your Photos, and its AI capabilities were brought to the newest version of Google Chrome Canary on desktop.
SEE ALSO: These 6 Nano Banana Pro prompts are wild with the Gemini 3 upgradeNow, Nano Banana might be coming to Chrome Canary on Android.
According to Android Authority, citing reporting and screenshots from Windows Report, Nano Banana hit Google Chrome Canary on desktop last month and is making moves to come to Android soon.
The news outlet reported that once the update is made, the plus button on the address bar will include five options: Camera, Gallery, Files, AI Mode, and Create image. If a user chooses Create image, they can enter a prompt and Nano Banana will use AI to generate an image off of the prompt, Android Authority reported. That generated image will then show up in the browser, where users can then download or share it, the news outlet wrote.
Google did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Mashable, so the timeline here is unclear.
Zootopia 2 review: Subversive Disney sequel tackles discriminatory urban planning. Yes, really!
Before its 2016 release, I would never have dreamed that Disney's anthropomorphic buddy-cop comedy Zootopia could deliver such a salient message about the evils of prejudice.
Using the differences between animal species, including the predator-prey divide, Zootopia addressed heady topics tied to bigotry and implicit bias, like stereotypes and microaggressions. As the first rabbit in the Zootopia Police Department, Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) gets up close and personal with the frustrations of tokenism. Meanwhile, her eventual ally Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) has been discriminated against all his life due simply to being a fox.
SEE ALSO: 'Zootopia 2' trailer puts Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde in therapyAs an allegory, Zootopia doesn't offer a perfect one-to-one take on racism. Yet its take on these issues still proved timely and bold, especially for a big-budget Disney animated film. (And yes, my surprise that Zootopia could pull this off does speak to me succumbing to film-based stereotypes myself.) So my main question heading into Zootopia 2 was, could co-directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard pull off the same magic trick again? Could they deepen the conversation they started in Zootopia?
The answer is both yes and no. Like its predecessor, Zootopia 2 is a bubbly, fun mystery, complete with more of Hopps and Wilde's irresistible dynamic and so, so many animal puns. It also tackles new, insidious ways in which discrimination affects people's experiences, this time focusing on how it's knit into the very fabric of Zootopia itself. That it does so in broader strokes doesn't detract from Zootopia 2's admirable ambition, even if the film often treads the same ground as the original.
What is Zootopia 2 about? Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) and Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) in "Zootopia 2." Credit: DisneyAfter they foiled a major conspiracy in Zootopia, Judy and Nick are heroes of the city, and partners in the ZPD. Yet their current reality isn't as rewarding as the highly ambitious Judy would want. The two aren't landing big cases, and when their opportunity at a big bust goes disastrously awry, she and Nick wind up in timeout, also known as the ZPD's partners' therapy program. After all, one big solve together can't erase Judy's often overbearing quest for validation, or Nick's emotional insecurity masked as blasé coolness.
SEE ALSO: 'Zootopia 2' teaser: Ke Huy Quan joins the cast as a mysterious snakeZootopia 2 strains Nick and Judy's relationship even further when the two wind up on the run. The reason? Their accidental involvement with pit viper Gary De'Snake (voiced by Academy Award winner Ke Huy Quan), who's stolen an old journal from the powerful Lynxley family. The Lynxleys are descended from one of Zootopia's founders, and they want Gary (and everyone tied to him) dead. For Nick, that's reason enough to back out of the case, but Judy is hell-bent on helping Gary — and, by extension, all reptile-kind in Zootopia.
Zootopia 2 uses reptiles to address discriminatory urban planning. Gary (voiced by Ke Huy Quan) in "Zootopia 2." Credit: DisneyWhen I say, "all reptile-kind in Zootopia," you might be a bit confused. After all, there were only mammals in the first film, right? Right! With that in mind, Zootopia 2 spends much of its time asking, "Why aren't there more reptiles in a city for animals?" The answer isn't pretty.
Turns out, there's a whole neighborhood for Zootopia's "secret" reptile population, along with aquatic and semiaquatic mammals. Named Marsh Market, it was cut off from the rest of Zootopia during the city's founding. According to beaver conspiracy theorist Nibbles Maplestick (voiced by Fortune Feimster), that separation means Marsh Market's inhabitants have more independence. But it also means they're further removed from the rest of the city, which takes a disdainful look toward reptiles. The separation calls to mind segregated neighborhoods created by racist urban planning. If you've ever wondered whether Zootopia had its own version of New York City's Robert Moses, the answer is yes.
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Zootopia 2's Moses stand-in is Milton Lynxley (voiced by David Strathairn), a major power player in Zootopia. He hopes to expand Zootopia's Tundratown district, a move that sounds like gentrification at best — which still isn't great! — and the rapid annihilation of entire Zootopian communities at worst.
Zootopia 2's focus on discriminatory urban planning is a welcome evolution of Zootopia's initial looks at prejudice. The original film highlights how discrimination manifests in bureaucracy, as well as inter-animal relations. Zootopia 2 goes a step farther to show that discrimination is baked into urban areas, turning its charming animal metropolis into something darker. (One plot point involving a lost reptile neighborhood truly had me wondering if Zootopia 2's creators were at all influenced by the history of settlements like New York City's Seneca Village, a community of primarily Black land owners that was displaced to make way for the construction of Central Park.)
Of course, Zootopia 2 doesn't dive too deep into the nitty-gritty of the city's segregation. It's not like Judy Hopps suddenly learns about redlining! Instead, the film opts for a more standard adventure plot involving new allies, bold plans, and yet another Gazelle (voiced by Shakira) banger.
Still, as familiar as Zootopia 2 feels, there's no denying its more subversive core. Yes, the film is loudest in its more conventional messaging about embracing our differences. (Case in point: the partnership between polar opposites Judy and Nick.) But it's when it tackles complicated, ugly truths about discrimination that the Zootopia franchise sets itself further apart from its Disney compatriots.
How to watch Man City vs. Leverkusen online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Man City vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
There are some really interesting matchups in the latest batch Champions League fixtures, including Man City vs. Leverkusen. Pep Guardiola;'s team are still unbeaten in this competition, but they did lose to Newcastle United at the weekend. They'll be hoping to bounce back with a strong performance against Leverkusen.
If you want to watch Man City vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Man City vs. Leverkusen?Man City vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League kicks off at 8 p.m. GMT on Nov. 25. This fixture takes place at the City of Manchester Stadium.
How to watch Man City vs. Leverkusen for freeMan City vs. Leverkusen is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player.
Virgin Media Player is geo-restricted to Ireland, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Ireland, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Man City vs. Leverkusen for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Ireland
Visit Virgin Media Player
Watch Man City vs. Leverkusen for free from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the Champions League without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Man City vs. Leverkusen (plus more Champions League fixtures) before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Virgin Media Player, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including Ireland
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).
Live stream Man City vs. Leverkusen in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.
Data breach revealed, potentially impacting several banks
Some of the biggest names in the finance world are reportedly scrambling to uncover if — or how many — of their clients have been affected by a data breach.
SitusAMC, a company that provides tech for a number of finance firms, announced over the weekend that it had suffered a data breach.
"We have confirmed that certain of our clients’ data was impacted," the company wrote in a statement. "Corporate data associated with some of our clients’ relationship with SitusAMC such as accounting records and legal agreements has been impacted. The scope, nature and extent of such impact remains under investigation by the Company and its third-party advisors."
SEE ALSO: Why does the internet keep crashing so often? First Google Cloud, then AWS, now Cloudflare.CNN reported that SitusAMC notified a number of major institutions, including JPMorgan Chase and Citi, that their data had been affected by the cyberattack. It remains unclear how many consumers or how much data might have been affected. The FBI has said it was aware of the breach but had not identified any resulting issues with banking services.
Plex is now enforcing remote play restrictions on TVs
Plex has confirmed that it will require a Remote Watch Pass or Plex Pass for remote streaming on its TV apps. The change is going into effect for the Roku app first, followed by all other TV apps and third-party clients in 2026.
This Linux distro is seeing record downloads as people flee Windows
Microsoft has spent the last four years trying to get everyone to upgrade to Windows 11, but not everyone has made the switch. With Windows 10 reaching “End of Life” last month, many are considering ditching Windows altogether. If you've felt the urge to finally check out a Linux alternative, you're not alone—and the numbers prove it.
I regret buying the new iPad Pro
When the M5 iPad Pro was announced, I was excited. I had been looking for a reason to upgrade my M2 iPad Pro, and with promises of improved performance for artificial intelligence—which will only become more integrated into future products—it seemed like a worthy upgrade.
Im a pro robot vacuum reviewer and my top 2 picks of 2025 are officially under $1,000 for Black Friday
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A look at the best Black Friday deals on robot vacuums Best budget robot vacuum deal Eufy E20 3-in-1 $297.49 at Amazon (Save $202.50 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 DealI 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: Dyson Black Friday deals: Our favorite vacuum, air purifier, and hair tool are all on saleAfter a slow start last week, Black Friday robot vacuum deals are out in full force as of Nov. 25. Most deals are even sealed with a "Black Friday deal" tag at their respective retailer, as Black Friday sales at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target are all officially underway. You can be confident that those prices won't drop any further if you wait a few days, so why not snag your dream robot vacuum mop combo before the chaotic weekend? Take a day to read up on what to look for in a robot vacuum and assess the features that are non-negotiables in your home, then make your move.
Below, I've pulled the Black Friday deals on robot vacuums that are actually worth your money. (Read up on why to think twice about buying a Roomba this Black Friday). I'll be updating this post with new drops, price updates, or stock changes through Cyber Monday.
Best Black Friday robot vacuum deal overall 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).
More robot vacuums on sale ahead of Black FridayRobot vacuum mop combosiRobot Roomba 105 — $149 $299.99 (save $150.99)
Yeedi C12 Plus with self-empty station — $237.49 $399.99 (save $162.50)
Roborock Q8 Max — $169.99 $259.99 (save $90)
Dreame D20 Plus with self-empty station — $249.99 $399.99 (save $150)
Roborock Q10 S5+ with self-empty station — $259.99 $549.99 (save $290)
3i G10+ with dust compression — $229.99 $449.99 (save $220)
Mova E40 Ultra with self-empty and mop washing station — $349 $449 (save $100)
Narwal Freo Pro with self-empty and mop washing station — $359.99 $699.99 (save $340)
iRobot Roomba 405 with self-empty and mop washing station — $399 $499 (save $100)
Roborock Qrevo with self-empty and mop washing station — $349.99 $649.99 (save $400)
Yeedi M12 Pro with self-empty and mop washing station — $339.99 $799.99 (save $460)
3i P10 Ultra with self-empty and mop washing station — $449.99 $1,099.99 (save $650)
Eufy X10 Pro Omni with self-empty and mop washing station — $449.99 $899.99 (save $400)
Dreame X40 Ultra with self-empty and mop washing station — $499.99 $1,199.99 (save $700)
Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro self-empty and mop washing station — $599.99 $889.99 (save $400)
Roborock Qrevo Curv 5A1 with self-empty and mop washing station — $649.99 $1,149.99 (save $500)
Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged NeverTouch Pro self-empty and mop washing station — $699.99 $1,19.99 (save $500)
Narwal Freo Z10 Ultra with self-empty and mop washing station — $799.99 $1,299.99 (save $500)
Roborock Qrevo CurvX with self-empty and mop washing station — $849.99 $1,499.99 (save $650)
Dreame X50 Ultra with self-empty and mop washing station — $799.99 $1,599.99 (save $800)
Roborock Saros 10R self-empty and mop washing station — $999.99 $1,599.99 (save $600)
Roborock Saros Z70 self-empty and mop washing station — $1,299.99 $2,599 (save $1,299.01)
Shark AI Ultra with self-empty station — $249.99 $599 (save $349.01)
Eufy E20 3-in-1 robot vacuum and stick vacuum with self-empty station — $297.49 $649.99 (save $202.50)
The new M5 MacBook Pro is $200 off with this unreal Black Friday deal — get the best-ever price at Amazon
SAVE $200: As of Nov. 25, the 14-inch M5 Apple MacBook Pro with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is on sale for $1,399.99 at Amazon and $1,399 at Best Buy for Black Friday. That's a full $200 off its $1,599.99 list price and the lowest price to date.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,399.99 at Amazon$1,599.99 Save $200 Get Deal
Apple's M5 MacBook Pro arrived in all its glory just last month, so seeing a massive Black Friday price drop is a welcome surprise.
As of Nov. 25, the 14-inch Apple M5 MacBook Pro base model — which comes with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage — is on sale for only $1,399.99 at Amazon and $1,399 at Best Buy. That's a full $200 off its list price and a new best-ever price for the laptop. Walmart also has a similar deal, but it's listed from a third-party seller, which we don't typically recommend.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!The M5 MacBook Pro is a whole lot like its predecessor, but as Mashable's tech editor Tim Beck Werth noted in his review, "That hardly matters with a device this good." If it ain't broke, don't fix it, right? It comes with the same 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, which Werth calls "beautifully crisp," as well as the same 24-hour battery life, black and silver color options, 12MP Center Stage camera, and six-speaker sound system. The biggest upgrade, of course, is the super-powered M5 chip.
It achieved a 17 percent improvement over the M4 chip on the Geekbench performance test, with a score of 17,470. Of the many Windows laptops, Chromebooks, and other MacBooks we've tested, it outperformed 93% of them. Translation: it's a beast.
While it's not an automatic upgrade over the previous generation, it's certainly a worthy option if you're seeking the most well-rounded and future-proofed laptop in Apple's lineup. Considering the M4 Pro with the same specs is currently just $50 cheaper, we definitely recommend going with the M5.
60+ Black Friday Target deals: We found super solid discounts on Apple, Sony, Keurig, and Legos
Target's official Black Friday sale kicked off on Sunday, Nov. 23, though the retailer has been in Black Friday mode since early November. As of Nov. 25, a ton of items that were already on sale last week at this time have gotten even cheaper, now chilling at their official Black Friday prices.
We've learned an important shopping tip as we've been tracking all of Target's deals this month: If you see a high-ticket item at a good price at Target, don't wait to buy it. While Target's Black Friday doorbusters have rocked so far this year, many of them are time sensitive. We've witnessed several early steals bump back to full price, and have seen a few high-ticket items sell out already.
SEE ALSO: What is camelcamelcamel? Just our secret weapon for finding the lowest prices on Amazon.But again, that's just a testament to how sought-after so many of these Target deals are. You'll find savings near 50% off (sometimes more!) from on all your favorite brands, including Bose, Samsung, Garmin, Keurig, Apple, and TCL. The retailer will be dropping even more deals from Nov. 27 to Nov. 29, with Target Circle 360 members getting special early access to select deals. (Remember: Target stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, and open again on Black Friday at 6 a.m. local time).
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!If you're eager to get your Christmas shopping done early, here are the best early Black Friday deals at Target. Want more options? We're live tracking all of the best Black Friday deals across the internet from Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and more.
Target gift card sale Opens in a new window Credit: Uber Select gift cards at Target Save 15% or get a free $15 Target gift card with purchase Get Deal Why we like itNot sure what to get a certain person this year? Trust us — in this economy, they'll appreciate a gift card to use on whatever they want over an item that's a complete guess. Target is offering 15% off select gifts from merchants like Uber Eats, Xbox, and Red Robin, as well as 20% off Fandango and GolfNow gift cards. If you buy a $100 Apple or Cheesecake Factory gift card, you'll get a $15 Target gift card for free.
Best Target headphone deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-canceling headphones $399.99 at Target$459.99 Save $60 Get Deal Why we like it
Sony's newest flagship headphones have dropped below $400 for Black Friday, making them the same price as the older XM5 pair when they're at full price. Compared to the XM5, the XM6 have better audio quality and support for LDAC high-resolution audio, plus the impeccable active noise cancellation that we always expect from Sony. The new pair can also fold up, making them significantly easier to take on the go or pack in a bag.
Read our full review of the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones.
More headphone deals at Target Opens in a new window Credit: Target Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $199.99 at Target$359.99 Save $160 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 active noise-cancelling headphones $249.99
$399.99 Save $150 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Tune 520BT headphones $29.99 at Target
$59.99 Save $30.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds $229.99 at Target
$329.99 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) $249.99
$299.99 Save $50 New release Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones $129.99 at Target
$199.99 Save $70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo Buds $69.99 at Target
$79.99 Save $10 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-CH720N noise-cancelling headphones $99.99
$179.99 Save $80.00 Mashable editor's pick Get Deal Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch Q6 Series QLED 4K Smart TV $279.99 at Target
$449.99 Save $170 Get Deal Why we like it
When you think of Black Friday, you think of folks busting down doors and elbowing each other en route to the TV section. This QLED TV is definitely worth a brawl, but maybe just order it online instead. This 55-inch TCL QLED TV is easily one of the cheapest QLEDs of its size you'll see this Black Friday, and it will be noticeably brighter than your current regular LED TV — especially when watching sports in the daylight.
More Target Black Friday TV deals Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED Art TV (2025) $899.99 at Target$1,199.99 Save $300 Mashable editor's pick Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch NXTVISION Smart Frame QLED 4K Smart TV $799.99 at Target
$1,399.99 Save $600 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch Q8F QLED 4K Smart TV $699.99 at Target
$899.99 Save $200 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch UHD LED 4K AI TV $289.99 at Target
$379.99 Save $90 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch Evo C5 Series OLED 4K Smart TV $1,196.99 at Target
$1,399.99 Save $203 Mashable's editor's pick Get Deal Target Black Friday deals on streaming devices Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $21.99 at Target
$39.99 Save $18.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick Plus 4K $19.99 at Target
$39.99 Save $20.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick 4K $24.99 at Target
$49.99 Save $25.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $17.99 at Target
$34.99 Save $17.00 Get Deal Best tablet deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet $69.99 at Target
$139.99 Save $70.00 Get Deal Why we like it
Target's best tablet deal is on one of Amazon's beloved Fire tablets. You can snag the 10-inch Fire HD for $69.99 — with that massive 50% discount, you could buy three Fire tablets for less than the price of this season's cheapest iPad deal.
More Target Black Friday deals on tablets Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet $54.99 at Target$99.99 Save $45.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ tablet $149.99 at Target
$219.99 Save $70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet $44.99 at Target
$99.99 Save $55.00 Costs $5 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet $139.99 at Target
$229.99 Save $90 Costs $50 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet $64.99
$139.99 Save $75.00 Get Deal Best speaker deals Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $129.99 at Target
$199.99 Save $70 Get Deal Why we like it
Our favorite Bluetooth speaker is the JBL Charge 6. This portable, phone-charging speaker offers big, powerful, and portable sound. It has long battery life, impressive clarity, and can even be paired with other JBL speakers with Auracast. Our testers have also found that JBL speakers offer sound just as good, and often much better, than more expensive speakers from brands like Sonos and Bose.
More speaker deals Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose SoundLink Plus portable Bluetooth speaker $199.99 at Target$269.99 Save $70 Mashable editor's pick Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kids Echo Dot $31.99 at Target
$59.99 Save $28.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Pill portable speaker $99.99 at Target
$149.99 Save $50.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Flip 7 $109.99 at Target
$149.99 Save $40.00 Get Deal Best smartwatch and fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Venu Sq 2 $149.99 at Target
$249.99 Save $100 Get Deal Why we like it
Getting ready for a marathon? If you want to maximize your training, then a smartwatch or fitness tracker can help you out. Garmin makes some of our favorite devices if you want a smartwatch and fitness tracker in one, working with both Android and Apple devices. For $149.99, the Venu Sq 2 packs a punch.
More smartwatch and fitness tracker deals Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 $149.99 at Target$249.99 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Vivoactive 5 smartwatch $189.95 at Target
$249.99 Save $60.04 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Oura Oura Ring 4 $249
$499 Save $250 Get Deal Best kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: PowerXL PowerXL Vortex Pro Air Fryer $49.99 at Target
$119.99 Save $70 Get Deal Why we like it
Air fryers have earned their place as a kitchen essential in recent years. They're less of a hassle than the oven and get food hot and crispy fast. The PowerXL Vortex Pro Air Fryer has an 8.4-quart basket and comes with nine presets on an LED touchscreen. It first went on sale at Target for $59.99 the week before Black Friday, and has dropped an extra $10 to bring the total savings to almost 60% off.
More kitchen deals Opens in a new window Credit: Instant Pot Instant Pot 6qt Pro Plus Pressure Cooker $159.99 at Target$229.99 Save $70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Cuisinart Cuisinart 7-in-1 Air Fryer and Oven $99.99 at Target
$229.99 Save $130 $60 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Air Fryer Pro XL $89.99 at Target
$179.99 Save $90.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: DeLonghi DeLonghi Magnifica Espresso Machine $499.99
$779.95 Save $279.96 $50 more at Amazon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nespresso Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Machine $149.99 at Target
$229.99 Save $80 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker $139.99 at Target
$209.99 Save $70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Crock Pot Crock-Pot 4.5 Quart Ceramic Slow Cooker $17.99 at Target
$29.99 Save $12 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid 5.5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer $299.99 at Target
$499.99 Save $200 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: GE GE Opal Nugget Ice Maker $349 at Target
$499.99 Save $150.99 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Professional Plus Blender Duo $99.99 at Target
$169.99 Save $70.00 Get Deal Best gaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (Slim) $399.99
$499.99 Save $100 Get Deal Why we like it
We're taking any PS5 deal we find this week — who knows how long this coveted console will even be in stock? The PS5 Digital Slim is on sale for $399.99 at Target, matching the $100 discount at Walmart and Best Buy. Opting for the digital game version over the disc version saves you $50.
More gaming deals Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S (128GB) $249.99$299.99 Save $50 save $50 plus get a free $50 Target gift card Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: EA Sports Select EA Sports PS5 games for $29.99 Get Deal Best toys and Lego deals
It wouldn't be the holiday gifting season without deals on the year's most hyped toys. Target's best toy deals include up to 50% off board games and puzzles, remote control toys, playsets and dollhouses, and Disney toys, plus BOGO 50% off Marvel, Our Generation, Hot Wheels, and more.
Target also has an excellent selection of Legos on sale for kids and adults alike. Save up to 30% on Lego sets, including the Target exclusive Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid and Lucky Bamboo duo set, x invisible hand, and Lego advent calendars.
Lego deals Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Evergreen Collector's Set 66809 $41.99$59.99 Save $18 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent calendar 2025 $35.99
$44.99 Save $9 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Harry Potter Chomping Monster Book of Monsters 76449 $47.99
$59.99 Save $12 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Disney Frozen Advent Calendar 2025 $30.79 at Target
$38.49 Save $7.70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Technic Ford Bronco SUV $52.99 at Target
$64.99 Save $12.00 Get Deal
I didn't want to spend $2,000 on a Synology, so I built a $400 NAS instead
When faced with a choice of spending thousands of dollars on a new NAS or building my own, the choice was clear. It’s crazy what NAS companies charge for servers when it’s so easy to build your own. Instead of buying a new system, I simply went to eBay, found a cheap server, and the rest is history.
Target Black Friday ad: The best deals you can buy online today
Black Friday is fast approaching, and there's nothing you can do to stop it. Major retailers are already dropping their Black Friday ads and early-access deals, so it's time to check out everything that's on offer, make a list of your top priorities, investigate price history, and hope for the best.
Target, Best Buy, Walmart, and a bunch of other popular retailers have already announced their Black Friday plans. Target's Black Friday deals have been scattered all throughout the month, with an early sale that ran from Nov. 6-8, and plans to kick off their official sale on Nov. 27. That date hasn't come around just yet, but we've already found plenty of discounts for shoppers to stock up on from the big-box retailer.
SEE ALSO: 60+ of the absolute best stocking stuffers for 2025Target's early Black Friday sale gave shoppers a glimpse at what the retailer will be offering during the main event. This included a large portion of deals at 40% off or more, ranging from popular categories like gifts and holiday décor to toys, including Lego, clothing, and kitchen essentials. It also featured great deals on some of the best Ninja appliances, cordless vacuums, and headphones. Some of these will make great holiday gifts while others are a gift to get you through holiday travel, like noise-cancelling headphones.
Keep in mind some of these deals are exclusive to Target Circle members but don't fret because it's free to to sign up. Here are some of the best Target deals you can shop ahead of its official Black Friday sale:
Best early Black Friday gaming dealsStar Wars Outlaws (Xbox Series X) — $19.99 $49.99 (save $30)
NBA 2K26 (PS5) — $29.99 $58.99 (save $29)
MLB The Show 25 (Nintendo Switch) — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (PS5) — $34.99 $69.99 (save $35)
Mafia: The Old Country (PS5) — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10)
Meta Quest 3S 128GB Headset — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50 + $50 Target Gift Card)
Meta Quest 3S 256GB Headset — $329.99 $399.99 (save $70)
Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Combination Espresso and Coffee Maker — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)
Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven — $99.99 $229.99 (save $130)
Keurig K-Supreme Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker — $109.99 $169.99 (save $60)
Ninja Kitchen System Blender — $129.99 $189.99 (save $60)
Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine — $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)
Ninja Crispi Glass Air Fryer Cooking System — $159.99 $179.99 (save $20)
Ninja Double Stack XL Countertop Oven and Air Fryer — $249.99 $429.99 (save $180)
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro — $299.99 $399.99 (save $100)
KitchenAid 5qt 10-Speed Stand Mixer with Copper Bowl — $349.99 $499.99 (save $150)
DeLonghi Magnifica Start Automatic Coffee Espresso Machine — $499.99 $799.95 (save $299.96)
Lego Architecture New York City Skyline Set — $33.99 $47.99 (save $14.00)
Lego Harry Potter Mandrake Magical Plant Set — $40.99 $55.99 (save $15)
Lego Botanicals Evergreen Collector’s Set — $41.99 $59.99 (save $18)
Lego Wicked Glinda & Elphaba's Dormitory — $49.49 $52.99 (save $3.50)
Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table — $62.99 $89.99 (save $27)
Lego Sonic the Hedgehog Shadow the Hedgehog Set — $63.99 $79.99 (save $16)
Lego Fortnite Peely Bone Collectible Building Kit — $69.99 $99.99 (save $30)
Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Express & Hogsmeade Station Train Set — $87.99 $109.99 (save $22)
Lego Ideas Viking Village Model Set — $129.99 $156.99 (save $27)
Bissell Little Green Max Carpet Cleaner — $89.99 $139.99 (save $50)
Shark Rocket Pet Corded Stick Vacuum — $99.99 $199.99 (save $100)
Bissell ReadyClean Cordless 10.8V Stick Vacuum — $108.99 $128.99 (save $20)
Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum — $119.99 $199.99 (save $80)
Dyson V9 Motorbar Vacuum Cleaner — $269.99 $599.99 (save $330)
Shark Stratos Upright Vacuum — $279.99 $529.99 (save $250)
Dyson V11 Cordless Stick Vacuum — $399.99 $629.99 (save $230)
Ecovacs Deebot T30S PRO Robot Vacuum and Mop — $419.99 $839.99 (save $420)
Roborock Qrevo Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop — $499.99 $999.99 (save $500)
Beats Solo Buds Earbuds — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30)
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $129.99 $179.99 (save $50)
Beats Solo 4 Headphones — $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)
Sony ULT WEAR Headphones — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)
Beats Studio Pro Headphones — $169.99 $349.99 (save $180)
Bose QuietComfort Headphones — $199.99 $359.99 (save $160)
Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)
Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones — $249.99 $399.99 (save $150)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50)
Amazon Kids Echo Dot — $31.99 $59.99 (save $28)
Beats Pill — $99.99 $149.99 (save $50)
JBL Portable Flip 7 Speaker — $109.99 $149.99 (save $40)
JBL Charge 6 Portable Speaker — $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)
475-hp V8 convertible packs huge power for half the Miata’s price
Mercedes-AMG cars have always had a reputation for being fast, flashy, and just a little bit unhinged—in the best way possible. And back in the 2000s, the CLK lineup was Mercedes’ answer to BMW and Audi’s two-door toys, offered in all sorts of trims and engines.
The Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collection has dropped to market value on Amazon
TL;DR: As of Nov. 25, the Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collection has dropped to $179.16 at Amazon, which is matching TCGplayer's market value.
Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collection $199.99 at Amazon$249.99 Save $50 Get Deal
The first expansion for Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution, Phantasmal Flames, is up and running. I have already posted that Mega Charizard X ex UPC was on TCGplayer for $20 less than Amazon, but Amazon has now dropped it to market value. And this can be knocked down to as little as $59.58 with some Black Friday hacks.
Right now, you can apply for an Amazon Visa card and get a $60 instant gift card on a successful application, and there's no need to actually use the Amazon Visa card. That's going to knock down the UPC to $119.16, but you could save another 50%. If you have AMEX or Discover, you could get up to a 50% loyalty discount by spending just $1 on your card, which brings the UPC down to under $60. This discount will be applied automatically at checkout, if you're eligible.
SEE ALSO: Where to buy Pokémon cards in 2025 — avoid overpaying or missing out on new setsThat's a great price to pay for 18 booster packs, two awesome promos, sleeves, deckbox, playmat, dice, and a metal coin. We've also lined up more Black Friday Pokémon deals, so why not check out our full breakdown on everything that's on offer?
Most valuable Mega Evolution Pokémon cards Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon CompanyIf you aren't eligible for the above discounts or don't want to rip packs hoping you'll find a big chase cards, why not just buy the cards you want instead? Phantasmal Flames is crashing ridiculously fast, so there has never been a better time to buy the chase cards you need:
Mega Charizard X ex - 125/094
Near Mint Holofoil: $584
Market price: $574.03
Most recent sale: $584.99Mega Charizard X ex - 130/094
Near Mint Holofoil: $465
Market price: $499.19
Most recent sale: $469.70Mega Charizard X ex - 109/094
Near Mint Holofoil: $40
Market price: $42.41
Most recent sale: $42.50Mega Lopunny ex - 128/094
Near Mint Holofoil: $34.99
Market price: $37.32
Most recent sale: $37Mega Sharpedo ex - 127/094
Near Mint Holofoil: $38.99
Market price: $41.27
Most recent sale: $43.75
Build a Plex media server with these Black Friday deals
Sick of paying for streaming services like HBO Max and Netflix? Black Friday might be your last chance to grab discounted hardware for a Plex media server.
The $69 Apple AirPods come with all kinds of extra Apple perks at Walmart
SAVE $60.99: The Apple AirPods 4 are on sale at Walmart for just $69, down from the standard price of $129.99. That's a 47% discount and the lowest we've ever seen. The deal also throws in free access to Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Fitness, and more.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69.99 at Amazon$129.99 Save $60.00 Get Deal
Walmart is showing up to Black Friday big time. While most big retailers like Best Buy and Amazon launched into Black Friday last week, Walmart played it cool and waited until today. The deals are now rolling in and there's a new all-time low price on fan-favorite AirPods.
As of Nov. 25, the Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for just $69 at Walmart, marked down from the usual price of $129.99. That's a 47% discount that shaves a sweet $60.99 off the price. This marks the lowest price we've ever seen. The deal also throws in free access to Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Fitness, and Apple Arcade for up to four months.
SEE ALSO: 20+ Black Friday streaming deals: Save up to 75% on HBO Max, Apple TV, Disney+, Hulu, and SpotifyWith a deal as good as this, there's no telling how long it'll stick around so we recommend buying soon if you're interested. We promise no one on your holiday gifting list will be mad about a fresh set of AirPods and at this price, they make for an excellent stocking stuffer.
Not only do you get fresh AirPods with this deal, you can take advantage of extra freebies like three months of free access to Apple TV, up to four months of Apple Music for free, and three months of Apple Fitness+. All in all, you'll have entertainment set for several months while also scoring this record-low price on AirPods.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Keep in mind Walmart also has other standout deals like a Magic Bullet Essential Blender for just $15. Walmart has also price matched the other retail giants with offering a four-pack of Apple AirTags for $64.98 which are another holiday essential, especially if you'll be traveling.
While Walmart still has stock available, snag yourself and a friend the Apple AirPods 4 for only $69. Since we've never seen them this cheap before, Black Friday 2025 is proving to be the perfect time to snag a fresh pair.
The $69 Apple AirPods come with all kinds of extra Apple perks at Walmart
SAVE $60.99: The Apple AirPods 4 are on sale at Walmart for just $69, down from the standard price of $129.99. That's a 47% discount and the lowest we've ever seen. The deal also throws in free access to Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Fitness, and more.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69.99 at Amazon$129.99 Save $60.00 Get Deal
Walmart is showing up to Black Friday big time. While most big retailers like Best Buy and Amazon launched into Black Friday last week, Walmart played it cool and waited until today. The deals are now rolling in and there's a new all-time low price on fan-favorite AirPods.
As of Nov. 25, the Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for just $69 at Walmart, marked down from the usual price of $129.99. That's a 47% discount that shaves a sweet $60.99 off the price. This marks the lowest price we've ever seen. The deal also throws in free access to Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Fitness, and Apple Arcade for up to four months.
SEE ALSO: 20+ Black Friday streaming deals: Save up to 75% on HBO Max, Apple TV, Disney+, Hulu, and SpotifyWith a deal as good as this, there's no telling how long it'll stick around so we recommend buying soon if you're interested. We promise no one on your holiday gifting list will be mad about a fresh set of AirPods and at this price, they make for an excellent stocking stuffer.
Not only do you get fresh AirPods with this deal, you can take advantage of extra freebies like three months of free access to Apple TV, up to four months of Apple Music for free, and three months of Apple Fitness+. All in all, you'll have entertainment set for several months while also scoring this record-low price on AirPods.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Keep in mind Walmart also has other standout deals like a Magic Bullet Essential Blender for just $15. Walmart has also price matched the other retail giants with offering a four-pack of Apple AirTags for $64.98 which are another holiday essential, especially if you'll be traveling.
While Walmart still has stock available, snag yourself and a friend the Apple AirPods 4 for only $69. Since we've never seen them this cheap before, Black Friday 2025 is proving to be the perfect time to snag a fresh pair.
7 dirt-cheap graphics cards that are still worth buying in 2025
Graphics cards have been prohibitively expensive over the past few years, and with the ongoing DRAM shortage likely pushing prices even higher, now may be the right time to consider older GPUs. Prices on the second-hand market have become much more reasonable, and there are still some surprisingly powerful models available for not too much money.


