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The best Black Friday iPad deals start at just $274: Record lows on M4 iPad Pro and 11-inch iPad
It's that time again, folks: Black Friday sales are live. Lots of Apple gadgets are on sale for record-low prices this week, including all current- and recent-gen iPads. Shoppers can save anywhere from $50 to $200 on Apple tablets across major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target. (The Apple Store itself is just giving away free gift cards with eligible Black Friday purchases, so it's pretty skippable.)
Below, we've rounded up the absolute best Black Friday iPad deals available right now. We'll continue to monitor their availability and add new picks if/when they pop up as Cyber Weekend continues, so check back often.
Best Black Friday iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $274 at Amazon and Walmart$349 Save $75 Get Deal Why we like it
Our favorite budget iPad is now more affordable than ever: Amazon and Walmart have the 128GB base model on sale for just $274, or $75 off. (It's 99 cents pricier at Target and $5 more expensive at Best Buy.) The 11-inch tablet comes with a peppy A16 chip, Touch ID, and 12MP front and rear cameras. "[It's] great for someone who wants a portable screen for streaming, playing games, and reading," according to our reviewer. If you bundle it with an also-on-sale USB-C Apple Pencil or first-gen Apple Pencil, it's still cheaper than any iPad Air or Pro.
Best upgrade pick Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $1,099 at Amazon$1,299 Save $200 Get Deal Why we like it
Now that the M5 chip has arrived, the 13-inch M4 iPad Pro is no longer the shiniest new model on the market — but that doesn't mean much in the era of iterative upgrades. When our reviewer tested it last year, she said it "blew us away with its power efficiency, striking display, and breakneck performance." It's overkill for most people, but great for professional artists and creatives. While most of this week's Black Friday iPad discounts top off around $50 to $100, this M4 iPad Pro's 256GB base model is chilling at $200 off. It's $100 cheaper than its M5 equivalent.
More Black Friday iPad deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, + cellular, 128GB) $429 at Amazon$499 Save $70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14 Bionic, WiFi, 256GB) $349 at Walmart
$449 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $449 at Amazon and Best Buy
$599 Save $150 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $649 at Amazon and Best Buy
$799 Save $150 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi + cellular, 256GB) $999 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,199 Save $200 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $899 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$999 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,199 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$1,299 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $399 at Amazon and Best Buy
$499 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFI + cellular, 128GB) $549 at Amazon and Best Buy
$649 Save $100 Get Deal
The best Black Friday Kindle deals are finally here: Record-low prices on almost everything
When the big shopping events like Prime Day and Black Friday come around, our sights are set on our favorite tech. It's often the only time when they're guaranteed to get a discount. My favorite gadgets? Kindles. It's part of my job to test e-readers, but outside of work hours, you'll still find me and my Kindle attached at the hip.
But the thing with Kindles is that they rarely go on sale. Sure, there's the occasional random discount throughout the year, but the best guaranteed price is almost always going to be during Prime Day or Black Friday. So as we look to Black Friday, which is finally here on Friday, Nov. 28, we're hunting the best Kindle deals.
Amazon has officially kicked off its Black Friday sales, and the e-reader deals rock. All Kindle models are not just on sale, but down to their lowest prices ever. The Kindle Colorsoft is now down to $169.99, while the basic Kindle reached a new low of $79.99. So if you've been waiting to buy a Kindle, now's the time. Here are the best Kindle deals — on devices and accessories — to shop during Amazon's Black Friday sale.
The best Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Colorsoft $169.99 at Amazon$249.99 Save $80 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it
I didn't know what to expect from Amazon's Black Friday Kindle Deals, but I'm blown away. Every device has dropped to its lowest price ever, and there are some major standouts. The Kindle e-reader with the best discount is the Kindle Colorsoft. It's down to $169.99, saving an astounding $80 off its $249.99 price tag. While I wouldn't recommend buying the device at full price, I think it's an exceptional deal ahead of Black Friday.
The Colorsoft has all the perks of a Paperwhite; it's waterproof, has adjustable warmth and brightness, and has an extremely long battery life of eight weeks. But the bonus? It has full color displays so you can enjoy graphic novels and book covers in full detail.
However, if you're not into the Colorsoft, there are plenty of other stellar deals to shop, including the basic Kindle down to its lowest price ever.
More Kindle device deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle $79.99 at Amazon$109.99 Save $30 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $35.00 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition $149.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $50 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Scribe (64GB) $309.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $140 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal A Kindle competitor is now on sale Opens in a new window Credit: Kobo Kobo Libra Colour $199.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $20 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it
Yeah, we're mostly talking about Kindle deals here, but what if you want to explore the e-reader horizons? Another e-reader to shop is the Kobo Libra Colour, now on sale for $199.99. That knocks 13% off the e-reader, bringing it under $200 and $30 off. It's our favorite color e-reader, and possesses features you can't find in a Kindle, like an internal gyroscope and page-turning buttons. Plus, if you really hate Amazon, it's a guarantee that you can still find a fantastic e-reader, one that's even better when it's on sale.
A remote page-turner for cozy nights Opens in a new window Credit: Datafy Datafy Remote Control Page Turner $15.19 at Amazon$19.99 Save $4.80 Get Deal Why we like it
I let the TikTok girlies convince me that I needed a remote control page turner and... they were right. This page turner works by gently tapping the screen of your Kindle when you click on the remote. Paired with a gooseneck stand, it's created the coziest possible setup so I can keep my hands warm under the blankets but still get to the next page in my book. I don't usually like recommending products from random Amazon brands, but the Datafy remote control page turner has worked great for me over the past few months. Ahead of Black Friday, it's just $15.99 — that's $4.80 off its $19.99 price tag.
More remote page turner deals Opens in a new window Credit: CoBak CoBak Remote Control Page Turner $6.99 at Amazon$9.99 Save $3 Get Deal A gooseneck stand to complete your reading nook Opens in a new window Credit: Magipea Magipea Gooseneck Stand $16.12 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $13.87 Get Deal Why we like it
If you want to use your remote control page turner, then you'll need a way to prop up your Kindle. I use this gooseneck stand by Magipea. It's super easy to use, able to clamp onto tables of any thickness. It holds Kindles securely, too, no budging if you move or bump into it. It's down to $16.12 ahead of Black Friday, saving you 46% off and $13.87.
I found plenty more Kindle stands on sale, including one that doubles as a snack tray.
More Kindle stand deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Elekpopu Tablet Floor Stand $24.43 at Amazon$34.19 Save $9.76 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Kefotic Kefotic Gooseneck Stand $24.35 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $15.64 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Miledi Miledi Pillow Stand $31.98 at Amazon
$55.99 Save $24.01 Get Deal A case and PopSockets to avoid hand strain Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle CoBak Clear Kindle Case $5.99 at Amazon
$9.99 Save $4 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon PopSockets Phone Grip $7.50 at Amazon
$9.99 Save $2.49 Get Deal Why we like them
My favorite Kindle case is one paired with a PopSockets phone grip. If you're using a grip on your phone, you should definitely be using one on your e-reader. A clear case is suitable for both the minimalists or the creatives who want to customize it themselves. Right now, you can grab each on sale, and while I had to hunt to find these savings, as we get closer to Black Friday, I expect savings on Kindle cases to explode.
More Kindle case deals Opens in a new window Credit: Vinabilia Vinabilia E-reader Carrying Case $15.33 at Amazon$22.99 Save $7.66 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fintie Finite Case for Kindle Paperwhite $12.30 at Amazon
$36.99 Save $24.69 Fit for the 2024 Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, and Kindle Colorsoft. Get Deal Books for under $3 Opens in a new window Credit: Holly Black Kindle Books Under $3 Ahead of Prime Day, get Kindle books for as low as $0.99. Get Deal Why we like it
Most of the time, I prefer not to buy books for my Kindle and instead borrow books through Libby. But if I do buy a Kindle book, it's usually because it's under $2. Amazon is always dropping prices on books, and you can often find prize-winning and bestselling titles for $2 or less. Last week, the book deals were a little better, but there are still some hidden gems like The Cruel Prince for just $2.99.
30+ of the best Black Friday Apple deals: $69 AirPods 4 and $129 Apple Watch SE 2
Black Friday is easily the best time to buy Apple products, and as we head into Cyber Weekend, the deals are predictably great. Don't thank the Apple Store for that: Third-party retailers are the ones offering the biggest cash discounts. (Apple's 2025 Black Friday deal is just its usual free gift card promo.)
For the best selection of Apple deals, head to Amazon: At the time of writing, almost all of the latest AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads, and MacBooks were sitting at record-low prices there. Competitors like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target were matching some, but not all of its offers.
SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and moreIf you'd happily sacrifice a few current-gen features for the sake of an extra-steep discount, check out Walmart's wares. It has some exclusive deals on the three-year-old Apple Watch SE 2 (now just $129), the AirPods Pro 2 (now $139), the M1 MacBook Air (now $549), and the A14 Bionic iPad (now $349 with 256GB of storage).
We've scoured all of the major players' websites and rounded up the best Black Friday Apple deals below. We'll continue to update it as we get deeper into the holiday season, so keep checking back.
Best 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. Amazon and Walmart both have it on sale for the record-low price of $17.97, or 38% off.
More AirTags deals Apple AirTag (4-pack) $64.98 at Amazon$99 Save $34.02 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Best Black Friday AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69 at Amazon
$129 Save $60 Get Deal Why we like it
Apple's most affordable earbuds have a five-hour battery life, a one-size-fits-most design, and support for Siri head gestures. The non-ANC pair is only $69 at Amazon and Walmart this Black Friday, which is a $60 savings and a new all-time low.
More AirPods deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $99.99 at Amazon$179 Save $79.01 Get Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $29.01 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart
$249 Save $110 Get Deal Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $399.99 at Best Buy
$549.99 Save $150 Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple EarPods (USB-C) $16.99 at Amazon and Walmart
$19 Save $2.01 Get Deal Best Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 at Walmart
$249 Save $120 Get Deal Why we like it
Apple's previous-gen budget wearable has a bright OLED screen, a water-resistant design, and most of the features available on the newer Apple Watch SE 3. You miss out on sleep apnea notifications, temperature sensing, fast charging, and wrist gestures, plus the always-on display. If you don't consider those essentials, the SE 2 is a bargain for only $129 during Walmart's Black Friday sale. That's almost half off.
More Apple Watch deals 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 Credit: Amazon Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + Celllular, 49mm) $599 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$799 Save $200 Get Deal Apple Watch SE, 3rd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $199 at Amazon
$249 Save $50 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 3rd Gen (GPS + cellular, 40mm) $249.99 at Amazon and Walmart
$299 Save $49.01 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $339 at Amazon and Walmart
$399 Save $60 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $439 at Amazon
$499 Save $60 Get Deal Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $779.99 at Amazon
Get Deal at Amazon Best Black Friday iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $274 at Best Buy
$349 Save $75 Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart 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 $274 if you buy it from Amazon or Walmart this Black Friday. That's its lowest price ever and $5 better than Best Buy's deal.
More iPad deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) $429 at Amazon$499 Save $70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14 Bionic, WiFi, 256GB) $349 at Walmart
$449 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB $449 at Amazon and Best Buy
$599 Save $150 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $649 at Amazon and Best Buy
$799 Save $150 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi + cellular, 256GB) $999 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,199 Save $200 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $1,099 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $200 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $899 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$999 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,199 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$1,299 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $399 at Amazon and Best Buy
$499 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) $549 at Amazon and Best Buy
$649 Save $100 Get Deal Best Black Friday MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon and Best Buy
$999 Save $250 Get Deal Why we like it
Fast, pretty, and portable, the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is our favorite MacBook for students. We didn't think it would get any cheaper than $799 this season — that was its regular sale price from August to early November — but Amazon and Best Buy proved us wrong.
More MacBook deals 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) $1,399 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,599 Save $200 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549
$649 Save $100 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,749 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,999 Save $250 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $2,189 at Amazon and Best Buy
$2,499 Save $310 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,699 at Amazon and Best Buy
$3,199 Save $500 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD $3,063.84 at Amazon
$3,499 Save $435.16 Get Deal Mac deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $479 at Amazon and Best Buy
$599 Save $120 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,199.99 at Amazon
$1,399 Save $199.01 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac (M4 with 8-core CPU and 8-core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $1,149 at Amazon and Best Buy
$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 and Best Buy
$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 free $15 Target gift card with $100 Apple gift card purchase Get Deal
How to get Linux on your Apple silicon Mac: A dual-boot guide
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Shopping for Apple AirPods Pro 2 this Black Friday? Youve only got one option
SAVE: As of November 27th, Walmart has Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $100 off — now $139, down from their MSRP of $239.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart$239 Save $100 Get Deal
If you’re scouring the internet for some of the truly best deals on AirPods this Black Friday, look no further than this deal from Walmart. This Thanksgiving, you might want to snag a pair of these Apple AirPods Pro 2 from Walmart for $139. Not only is that $100 off, but it’s also one of the lowest possible deals for this model of AirPods online for Black Friday.
The AirPods Pro 2 don’t carry the price tag of the most recent Pro model for AirPods (AirPods Pro 3), but they are up to date enough to offer premium features for an excellent listening experience. This includes the world’s first all-in-one hearing test and hearing protection. They seamlessly connect with your iPhone or other device via Bluetooth with personalizable spatial audio. Their battery life lasts up to 6 hours and comes with four different sizes of silicone tips.
The AirPods Pro 2 and their charging case (which is MagSafe, by the way) are designed to be resistant to dust, water, and air. You can control the AirPods by swiping, tapping, and holding the stem of the earbud. Interact with Siri by nodding for yes and shaking your head for no. And right now, you can get all of these features for just $80.99 at Walmart.
NFL Thanksgiving games streaming: How to watch live
Thanksgiving is the season of gratitude, but it’s also the annual tradition of watching your dad and uncles yell at the TV like the refs can hear them.
As far as Thanksgiving holiday traditions go, the NFL on Thanksgiving is baked right into the stuffing. The league has stacked Thanksgiving with games since its early days in 1920. By 1934, the Detroit Lions became the holiday’s official hosts, and in 1966 the Dallas Cowboys joined the yearly lineup, cementing the modern tradition.
SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and moreThis year’s slate is packed: two division rivalries and an appearance from the Super Bowl runner-up Kansas City Chiefs, playing their first Thanksgiving game since 2006.
Here’s how to stream:
Green Bay Packers at Detroit LionsKicking off the festivities is an NFC North showdown loaded with playoff implications. The Packers and Lions last met in the season opener, when Green Bay stunned Detroit with a decisive win — a shocker considering the Lions entered the year with some of the highest Super Bowl odds in the league.
Now at 7–4 and fresh off a nail-biter against the 2–10 Giants, Detroit desperately needs this one. Their end-of-season schedule is brutal, and they’re currently sitting just outside the Wild Card picture. Green Bay isn’t exactly cruising either: the Packers are 7–3–1, holding only a half-game edge over Detroit and still staring down two games against the surging 8–3 Bears.
The NFC North is a pressure cooker right now, and only two teams from the division are punching playoff tickets.
If you have cable, the game airs on FOX. Cord-cutters can stream it for free on Tubi at 12 p.m. CT / 1 p.m. ET.
Kansas City Chiefs at Dallas Cowboys $25 Paramount Plus Gift Card $25 at Best BuyShop Now at Best Buy
Following the noon matchup, the Dallas Cowboys will host a surprisingly resilient Kansas City Chiefs squad. Dallas is coming off a statement win over the reigning champion Eagles after climbing out of a 21–0 hole. Meanwhile, the Chiefs are riding the momentum of their own after a comeback victory against one of the AFC’s top teams, the Indianapolis Colts.
It’s been a weird season for both franchises. The Cowboys opened the year by trading star edge rusher Micah Parsons to Green Bay after failing to reach a deal on his new contract — a move that stunned just about everyone. The Chiefs, perennial AFC West bullies, suddenly find themselves sitting third at 6–5. For a team that’s made five of the last seven Super Bowls, that’s a jarring place to be. Whether it’s an aging pass rush or an offense that’s grown too predictable, something’s clearly off. Still, back-to-back strong wins have kept them in the hunt.
SEE ALSO: Hulu Black Friday 2025 deal: It's here and different this yearBoth teams desperately need this game to boost their Wild Card odds. The Cowboys, 5–5–1 and sitting 10th in the NFC, essentially need to win out — though matchups against the Commanders and Giants give them a fighting chance. The Chiefs are in a similar logjam, tied with the Steelers and Texans as the most likely contenders for the final AFC Wild Card spot if any combination of Jacksonville, Buffalo, or the Chargers stumble down the stretch.
Kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. CT / 4:30 p.m. ET on CBS, with streaming available on Paramount+.
Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens Peacock Premium $4.99 a Month at NBC.comGet Deal at NBC.com
If you’d told NFL fans a few weeks ago that this would be the primetime Thanksgiving headliner, they probably would’ve laughed. But the football gods have blessed us, and now we’re getting Joe Burrow vs. Lamar Jackson in an AFC North rivalry game under the national spotlight. That alone is something to be thankful for.
It’s been a season the Bengals would love to forget. Losing Joe Burrow in Week 2 to a grade 3 turf toe injury — a silly-sounding name for a very real ligament tear in his big toe — derailed everything. Burrow is finally back, but at 3–8, Cincinnati does not remotely resemble the playoff hopeful they expected to be.
The Ravens, on the other hand, were a mess early on. They opened 1–5 before hitting their Week 7 bye, but since then, they've ripped off five straight wins to take control of the AFC North. That’s not exactly a Herculean task given the division standings: Cleveland and Cincinnati sit at 3–8, and Pittsburgh can’t find consistency, going 2–3 over their last five.
Still, Baltimore is hot, and they’ll be looking to ride that momentum straight into another win to solidify their grip on the division. As for the Bengals, they’re not mathematically dead. If they win out — and Burrow stays healthy — they could still finish 9–8 with a puncher’s chance at sneaking into the postseason.
You can watch this on Peacock at 7:20 p.m. CT / 8:20 p.m. EST. Or NBC if you have cable.
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100+ of the best Black Friday gaming deals — epic deals on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC
Black Friday is jam-packed with gaming deals, and we're not just talking about actual games. Consoles, controllers, headsets, extra storage, gaming PCs, gaming laptops, and more are all fair game at this time of year. If you're looking to upgrade your battle station or add to your backlog, this is the best time to do it because there's already a ridiculous number of live Black Friday deals to consider.
SEE ALSO: 85+ Black Friday deals: We found record-low prices on AirPods, MacBooks, Samsung TVs, and KindlesAnd it's important to note that this isn't the end of the line. Make sure to bookmark this page as we'll be updating this article throughout the month for the best Black Friday gaming deals as they drop through Black Friday proper on Nov. 28, and through Cyber Monday on Dec. 1. Let's get straight into it:
Best Black Friday Xbox deal Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Gaming Controller $139.99 at Amazon$199.99 Save $60 Get Deal Why we like it
Whilst we're seeing price hikes across the board at camp Xbox, their best-in-class premium controller, the Elite Series 2 Core, is currently $60 off. It's one of the cheapest ways to get a modular controller that does the job on Xbox Series consoles and PC.
More Black Friday Xbox dealsXbox controllersRazer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition Wired Gaming Controller — $59.99 $99.99 (save $40)
Xbox Wireless Controller (2025) Carbon Black + Fire TV Stick 4K Max Game Pass Ultimate 1 Month Bundle — $94.97 $144.97 (save $50)
Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flightstick — $109.99 $139.99 (save $30)
Xbox Series X|S PDP Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Gaming Controller — $119.99 $199.99 (save $80)
PowerA FUSION Pro Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S — $125.99 $169.99 (save $44)
Xbox Series X|S Razer Wireless Controller & Quick Charging Stand Bundle — $140.63 $199.99 (save $59.36)
Xbox Series X|S Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra High-Performance Wireless — $149 $219.99 (save $70.99)
Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller (Black) + Fire TV Stick 4K Max Game Pass Ultimate 1 Month Bundle — $194.97 $279.97 (save $85)
Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless Headset — $74 $89.99 (save $15.99)
RIG 600 PRO HX Dual Wireless Universal Gaming Headset — $89.99 $99.99 (save $10)
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 – Collector's Edition — $71.85 $129.99 (save $58.14)
$549.99 Save $100.99 Get Deal Why we like it
PlayStation's had quite a few exciting Black Friday deals so far, but if you've been hoping to get a new console ahead of the holidays, now's a great time to do it. Amazon's slashed $100.99 off the price of the PlayStation 5 slim disc edition console, bringing its price down from $549.99 to $449.
With this 1TB console, you'll be all set to play a wide variety of games over the holidays. It even comes with Astro's Playroom pre-installed, which is a delightful game to jump into right away! And with GTA 6 expected to arrive next year, what better time to grab a new console to play one of the biggest games of all time?
More Black Friday PlayStation dealsPlayStation consolesPlayStation Portal Remote Player — $179 $199.99 (save $20.99)
PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (Slim) — $399 $499.99 (save $100.99)
Sony INZONE H9 Gaming Headset — $198 $228 (save $20)
Lego Horizon Adventures — $19.97 $31.49 (save $11.52)
Horizon Forbidden West Standard Edition — $19.99 $69.99 (save $50)
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart — $29.95 $69.99 (save $40.04)
The Last of Us Part I — $29.97 $69.99 (save $40.02)
Rise of the Ronin — $29.97 $69.99 (save $40.02)
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 - Standard Edition — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
Returnal — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
The Last of Us Part II Remastered — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)
Gran Turismo 7 Standard Edition — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition — $39.97 $69.99 (save $30.02)
Stellar Blade — $39.97 $69.99 (save $30.02)
Astro Bot — $39.97 $59.99 (save $20.02)
$69.99 Save $14.00 Get Deal Why we like it
This has replaced my Pro Controller when playing my Nintendo Switch 2. The buttons are nice and clicky, the RGB thumbsticks are a nice touch, and it feels great to hold. It carries the same minimalist aesthetic of Nintendo controllers, but feels more tactile. Plus, with the added discount and an included charging dock, you should be considering this controller for Nintendo Switch 1/2 and even PC.
More Black Friday Nintendo dealsNintendo gamesSonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing Double Pack — $19.99 $39.99 (save $20)
Just Dance 2026 Edition — $24.99 $49.99
Demon Slayer - The Hinokami Chronicles 2 — $29.93 $59.99 (save $30.06)
Darksiders Genesis — $31.43 $39.99 (save $8.56)
Paper Mario: The Origami King — $39.88 $59.99 (save $20.11)
WarioWare: Move It! — $39.88 $49.99 (save $10.11)
Sonic Origins Plus & Sonic Frontiers — $39.98 $79.98 (save $40)
FINAL FANTASY I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition — $39.99 $74.99 (save $35)
Sid Meier's Civilization VII (Nintendo Switch 2) — $45 $69.99 (save $24.99)
Luigi's Mansion 3 + Luigi's Mansion 3: Multiplayer Pack DLC — $46.88 $69.98 (save $23.10)
Pokémon Scarlet — $48.99 $59.99 (save $11)
Dead Cells + Skul: The Hero Slayer — $63.66 $69.98 (save $5.30)
CRKD NEO S - Wireless Collectible Controller — $34.49 $59.99 (save $25.50)
HORI Split Pad Compact Attachment Set for Switch 1 — $39.98 $79.99 (save $40.01)
$3,199.99 Save $300 Get Deal Why we like it
As a quick rule of thumb, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 is the sweet spot for gaming rigs in 2025, smashing out 4K 60FPS performance at a minimum and having DLSS 4 to crank extra frames on lower spec builds overall.
This build rocks an RTX 5080 with a solid CPU, 32GB DDR5 RAM (16GB is enough for high-spec gaming right now), and a spacious 2TB M.2 SSD. It's a beastly gaming rig and is $300 off, bringing this build to $2,899.99. I've also found some more great deals on pre-built gaming PCs, gaming laptops, mice, keyboards, and headsets. If you need something for your loadout, it's here.
More Black Friday PC gaming dealsPrebuilt Gaming PCsHP OMEN 45L Gaming Desktop — $1,399 $1,899 (save $500)
GIGABYTE AORUS Gaming Desktop PC — $1,799.99 $1,999.99 (save $200)
Corsair Vengeance a7500 Call of Duty Warzone Edition Gaming PC — $2,899.99 $3,399.99 (save $500)
Thermaltake Reactor u2880S Gaming Desktop — $2,999.99 $3,299.99 (save $300)
Corsair Vengeance a5100 Gaming PC — $5,999.99 $6,499.99 (save $500)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 — $1,424.05 $1,899.99 (save $475.94)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI — $2,049.99 $2,299.99 (save $250)
Alienware M18 — $2,107.69 $2,216.96 (save $109.27)
ASUS ROG Strix G18 — $2,109.99 $2,499.99 (save $390)
Alienware 18 Area-51 — $2,799.99 $3,499.99 (save $700)
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2025) — $4,099 $4,499.99 (save $400.99)
MSI MAG341CQP QD-OLED, 34-inch Curved OLED Gaming Monitor — $619.99 $779 (save $160)
HP OMEN 31.5-inch UHD 144Hz Smart Gaming Monitor — $639.99 $839.99 (save $200)
ASUS ROG Strix 26.5-inch 1440P QD-OLED Gaming Monitor — $649 $759 (save $110)
LG 34GX90SA-W 34-inch Ultragear Curved Gaming Monitor — $676.99 $1,399.99 (save $723)
Sony INZONE M9 II 27-inch 4K UHD — $698 $949.99 (save $251.99)
AOC Agon PRO AG346UCD 34-inch Ultra Wide Curved Gaming Monitor — $699.99 $799 (save $100)
Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 — $701.58 $1,299.99 (save $598.41)
MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED, 32-inch 4K UHD Quantum Dot OLED Gaming Monitor — $749.99 $1,049.99 (save $300)
ASUS ROG Strix 34-inch Ultrawide QD-OLED HDR Gaming Monitor — $799 $999 (save $200)
Samsung 32-inch Odyssey QD-OLED G8 (G81SF) — $949.99 $1,299.99 (save $350)
ASUS ROG Falchion Ace 65% RGB Compact Gaming Mechanical Keyboard — $59.99 $119.99 (save $60)
Logitech G PRO Mechanical Gaming Keyboard — $82.99 $119.99 (save $37)
Logitech G715 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard — $129.19 $219.99 (save $90.80)
Razer BlackWidow V4 X Mechanical Gaming Keyboard — $150.99 $169.99 (save $19.99)
Razer Huntsman V2 Analog Gaming Keyboard — $159.99 $249.99 (save $90)
Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Esports Gaming Keyboard — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)
Logitech G PRO X TKL LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Keyboard — $179.95 $219.99 (save $40.04)
Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard — $189.99 $249.99 (save $60)
ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard — $399.99 $499.99 (save $100)
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 — $65.38 $89.99 (save $24.61)
Logitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse with Hero 25K Sensor — $74.99 $119.99 (save $45)
Logitech G705 Wireless Gaming Mouse — $79.99 $99.99 (save $20)
Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT Wireless Gaming Mouse — $79.99 $149.99 (save $70)
Razer Cobra HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Mouse — $89.99 $99.99 (save $10)
Logitech G903 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse W/ Hero 25K Sensor — $94.99 $139.99 (save $50)
Logitech G PRO 2 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse — $98.13 $149.99 (save $51.86)
Razer Naga V2 Pro Wireless MMO Gaming Mouse — $149.99 $179.99 (save $30)
Logitech G502 X Plus Wireless Gaming Mouse — $128.49 $179.99 (save $51.50)
ASUS ROG Harpe Ace Extreme Wireless Esports Gaming Mouse — $199.99 $289.99 (save $90)
Corsair HS55 Wireless HS55 Wireless Gaming Headset — $64.99 $99.99 (save $35)
Corsair HS65 Wireless Gaming Headset — $69.99 $119.99 (save $50)
Razer Barracuda Wireless Gaming & Mobile Headset — $84.99 $159.99 (save $75)
Logitech G535 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset — $89.99 $119.99 (save $30)
ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless — $89.99 $139.99 (save $50)
HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless - Gaming Headset — $125.63 $199.99 (save $74.36)
Logitech G735 Wireless Gaming Headset — $156.21 $259.99 (save $103.78)
Color eReaders are overrated, here's why I'm sticking with black and white
We've finally reached the point where color eReaders are common and affordable. You can buy one from a dozen different brands, including Kindle, for as low as $150. And although I'm excited for this color E-Ink technology, I have no interest in using the color eReaders that are available today. They're worse than the black-and-white models in all of the ways that matter to me.
How to get Paramount+ for free this Black Friday — make the most of this Walmart hack
SAVE $49: Walmart+ is 50% off this Black Friday and comes with a free subscription to Paramount+. Thats $49 off and includes early access to deals, free shipping, gas savings, and more.
Opens in a new window Credit: Walmart+ Walmart+ (1-Year Plan + Paramount+) $49 at Walmart$98 Save $49 Get Deal
Black Friday is about more than getting bargains on big-ticket TVs, laptops, and other tech. There are also huge savings to be made on streaming services, with discounts on all your favorite platforms and streaming sticks.
There's a particularly good deal when you sign up for Walmart+ this Black Friday. Not only do you get a year of Walmart+ with all of its benefits, but you also get a one-year subscription to Paramount+ absolutely free. Until Dec. 2, one-year access to Walmart+ is on offer for just $49, which is 50% off the regular annual cost of $98. A subscription to Paramount+ is included for free.
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 other perks of signing up for Walmart+ include free delivery on all orders, discounts on gas at participating stations, and five free months of Apple Music. It makes a lot of sense, particularly at this time of year.
Paramount+ meanwhile has stacks of content, including South Park, Yellowstone, Dexter, MobLand, and Paramount’s large catalogue of movies. There’s more than enough to keep you entertained for the duration of your free plan.
Sign up for Walmart+ this Black Friday and get a year of Paramount+ for free.
30+ of the best Black Friday Pokémon deals: Phantasmal Flames Booster Box, Mega Evolutions Elite Trainer Box, and more
Black Friday is back with even more Pokémon deals dropped by all the leading players in the game, meaning you can save serious cash on Pokémon TCG, the most popular Nintendo Switch Pokémon games, Squishmallows, Plushies, Funko Pops, Mega building sets, and plenty of toys.
At Mashable, we've scanned through everything on offer at retailers like Amazon and dug up the ideal Pokémon deals for you on Black Friday; we'll also continuously update this guide to keep you informed on new deals as they drop, along with any price changes on what's already listed. Here are all the best Pokémon deals we've found in the Black Friday sales so far.
Best Black Friday Pokémon TCG deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon Company Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection $199.99 at Amazon$249.99 Save $50 Get Deal Why we like it
This is one of the most anticipated Pokémon TCG products of this year, which is now at the same price as TCGplayer, meaning this is currently at market value on Amazon.
More Pokémon TCG dealsPhantasmal Flames Booster Box — $61.49 $64.99 (save $3.50)
Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box — $59.50 $74.95 ($15.45)
Mega Evolution Sleeved Booster Pack — $9.99 $13.99 (save $4)
Destined Rivals Eight Booser Pack — $87.87 $95.25 (save $7.38)
Unova Poster Collection — $37.99 $39.99 (save $12)
White Flare Elite Trainer Box — $82.94 $104.49 (save $21.55)
Azure Legends Tin — $37.95 $40.99 (save $3.05)
Mega Evolution Booster Bundle — $50.36 $59.99 (save $9.63)
Mega Lucario ex Figure Collection — $55.98 $68.98 (save $13)
Mega Evolutions Elite Trainer Box (Mega Gardevoir) — $79.69 $99.99 (save $20.03)
Mega Evolutions Elite Trainer Box (Mega Lucario) — $105.90 $119.75 ($13.85)
Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box — $103.25 $109.99 (save $6.74)
Phantasmal Flames Booster Box — $274.99 $299 (save $25)
$59.99 Save $8.73 Get Deal Why we like it
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a great ride (more so on Switch 2), but Legends: Arceus kicked off the experimental mainline series that sees Pokémon games turning long-standing mechanics on their heads. Arceus isn't optimised for Nintendo Switch 2, but it's still such a great game. With a cheeky Black Friday discount thrown in, you should see what you've been missing out on.
More Pokémon game deals Pokémon Violet $50.50 at Walmart$59.96 Save $9.46 Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! $49.99 at Amazon
Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Best Black Friday Pokémon Funko Pop! deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Funko Funko Pop! Pokémon Advent Calendar $54.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $5 Get Deal Why we like it
Getting a mini Pokémon Funko every morning in December is peak Christmas. It's a last-minute deal to get a loved one something different instead of chocolate for once. And these all look amazing on a shelf together, plus it's a cheeky $5 off right now. How can you lose?
More Pokémon Funko Pop! deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Funko Raikou Pokémon Funko Pop! Jumbo (Preorder) $39.99 at AmazonGet Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Funko Suicune Pokémon Funko Pop! Jumbo (Amazon Exclusive - WonderCon 2025) $42.94 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $2.05 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Funko Funko Pop Moments Deluxe: Pokémon Starters - Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle $69.99 at Amazon
Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Funko Funko Pop Games: Pokémon - Dragonite $17.99 at Amazon
$19.27 Save $1.28 Get Deal Best Black Friday Pokémon Squishmallow deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Jazwares Squishmallows Jumbo Eevee $34.91 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $15.08 Get Deal Why we like it
It's rare to see significant discounts on Squishmallows, and Pokémon is even more infamous for dodging price cuts. But there are plenty of Pokémon Jumbo Squishmallow Black Friday deals right now, such as this cute Eevee with $15 slashed off. They're so soft and perfect cuddle buddies, according to my kids of course...
More Pokémon Squishmallow deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Squishmallow Belibolt 20-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $29.49 at Amazon$49.99 Save $20.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Squishmallow Marill 14-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $21 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $3.99 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Squishmallow Happy Pikachu 20-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $44.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $5 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jazzwares / The Pokémon Company Torchic 20-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $44.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $5 Get Deal Best Black Friday Pokémon toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jazzwares / The Pokémon Company Pokemon Battle Figure Arcanine, Charmeleon & Cyndaquil Exclusive 3-Inch Mini Figure 2-Pack $22.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $2 Get Deal Why we like it
If you're wondering what would go down well for the Pokémon fan in your life, this is a safe bet that won't break the bank this Black Friday. Cyndaquill, Charmeleon, and Arcanine are all fan-favorite fire type Pokémon, and is one of the better 3-inch figure sets I've seen.
More Pokémon toy deals Opens in a new window Credit: Jazzwares / The Pokémon Company Pokemon Battle Figure Arcanine, Charmeleon & Cyndaquil Exclusive 3-Inch Mini Figure pack $22.99 at Amazon$24.99 Save $2 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Battle Ready! Figure Set $35.38 at Amazon
$36.99 Save $1.61 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Battle Figure Toy Set $34.99 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $10 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Proxy Battle Figure 10 Pack $28.49 at Amazon
$37.18 Save $8.69 Get Deal Best Black Friday Pokémon plushie deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon 5-inch Sleeping Squirtle, Charmander, Bulbasaur Starter Plush 3-Pack $33.99 at Amazon
$36.99 Save $3 Get Deal Why we like it
Sleeping Pokémon plushies are life, and these are by far some of the most popular. It's not a huge discount, but anything with the Kanto generation starter Pokémon is popular, and these are so fluffy. They're not huge either, so it's a perfect stocking filler.
More Pokémon plushie deals Pokémon Paldea First Partner Plush 3 Pack $33.56 at AmazonGet Deal at Amazon Pokémon Charmander Select Velvet Plush $17.99 at Amazon
$18.96 Save $0.97 Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Jazwares / The Pokémon Company Pikachu Select Velvet Plush $14.03 at Amazon
$17.99 Save $3.96 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Jolteon Sleeping Plush $36.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $3 Get Deal Best Black Friday Mega Pokémon deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mega / Pokémon MEGA Pokémon Motion Eevee (1366 Pieces) $69.49 at Amazon
$84.28 Save $14.79 Get Deal Why we like it
The news that Pokémon is finally making the jump to Lego next year is ridiculously awesome, but there's already plenty of seriously cool Mega Pokémon sets to build. This Motion Eevee is always a favorite around Black Friday, and it's nearly $15 off right now. It sports 1,366 pieces and features moving ears, legs, and tail as the set re-creates a running motion.
More Mega Pokémon deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Mega Pikachu MEGA Pokémon $11.49 at Amazon$18.89 Save $7.40 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / MEGA Water-Type Trainer Team $20.13 at Amazon
$32.39 Save $12.26 Use on-site coupon Get Deal
Everything leaving Hulu in December 2025
November, you had a good run, but now it's time for December to take it from here and ride the year off into the sunset. And speaking of sunsets, Hulu has a swath of titles leaving the service you should check out before they're gone.
The best deals from Apples Black Friday sale: Score savings on AirPods, Apple TV, and gift cards
Cyber Week is one of the rare times of year when the Apple Store hosts a sale — sort of. Instead of offering cash discounts on its devices, the tech retailer simply doles out free gifts cards with eligible purchases.
Apple's 2025 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Shopping Event will run from Friday, Nov. 28 through Monday Dec. 1, and it's a little bit more tempting than usual. Shoppers can earn up to $250 worth of free gift cards when they buy one of its gadgets direct, up from $200 in 2024 and 2023. Free money is always nice, of course, but third party retailers' Black Friday price cuts on AirPods, MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watches are far more competitive. Plus, many newer devices are excluded from the Apple Store's promotion.
Right now, there are only five Apple devices and accessories that I would recommend buying on sale from Apple itself.
The Apple Store's 2025 Black Friday and Cyber Monday dealsApple's free gift card offers for Black Friday and Cyber Monday range from $25 to $250, depending on the product. They can only be redeemed on future purchases from the Apple Store in person or online:
AirPods 4 and AirPods 4 with ANC — $25 Apple gift card
AirPods Pro 3 — $50 Apple gift card
AirPods Max — $75 Apple gift card
Apple Watch SE 3 and Apple Watch Series 11 — $50 Apple gift card
iPad Air (11- and 13-inch M3) — $100 Apple gift card
iPad (A16) and iPad mini — $50 Apple gift card
iPhone 16 and 16 Plus — $75 Apple gift card
iPhone 16e — $50 Apple gift card
MacBook Air (13-inch M4) — $175 Apple gift card
MacBook Air (15-inch M4) — $200 Apple gift card
MacBook Pro (14- and 16-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max) — $250 Apple gift card
Mac mini — $100 Apple gift card
iMac — $150 Apple gift card
Apple TV 4K — $25 Apple gift card
HomePod — $50 Apple gift card
Beats Studio Pro, Solo 4, Studio Buds +, and Powerbeats Pro 2 — $50 Apple gift card
Beats Pill — $25 Apple gift card
Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (A16) — $25 Apple gift card
Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (11- and 13-inch) — $25 Apple gift card
Apple Pencil Pro — $25 Apple gift card
Most of the Apple Store's offers pale in comparison to other retailers' cash discounts on its devices (with five notable exceptions — more on them shortly). For instance, Amazon and Walmart have the AirPods 4 marked down to $69 during their Black Friday sales, which is a $60 saving on list price. If you buy them directly from Apple instead, you're only getting $25 back.
Here's another example: Amazon and Best Buy are both selling the M4 MacBook Airs for $250 off — the 13-inch model is $749 (normally $999), while the 15-incher is $949 (normally $1,199). It's silly to buy either size directly from the Apple Store if you're only saving $175 or $200 apiece, respectively.
SEE ALSO: The 30+ best Black Friday Apple deals: Record-low prices on MacBooks and $69 AirPodsEven the high-end MacBook Pros that come with Apple's highest free gift card offer have steeper discounts elsewhere. The M4 Pro and M4 Max models are anywhere from $250 to $500 off across Amazon and Best Buy.
It's also crucial to know that Apple Store's Cyber Week savings event doesn't include some of newest products, including the M5 MacBook Pro, M5 iPad Pro, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Beats PowerBeats Fit earbuds. The AirTag, HomePod mini, Mac Studio, and Studio Display are also omitted. Third-party retailers are the only places to get any sorts of deals on most of them. (The PowerBeats Fit are the sole product I couldn't find on sale anywhere.)
5 Black Friday Apple Store deals worth buyingI've cross-checked all of the products featured in Apple's Cyber Week Savings Event and found five instances where its gift card offer was better than a retailer's cash discount. (The rest are all matched or beaten.) There is a chance they'll get cheaper at third-party retailers on Black Friday proper, so consider waiting to buy them just in case.
The AirPods Pro 3 are currently $219.99 (or $30 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target. They come with a free $50 gift card at the Apple Store.
The $149 Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, WiFi + Ethernet) was on sale for $99.99 at Costco, but it's now sold out there. (The deal was limited to Costco members, anyway.) It's full price everywhere else along with the WiFi-only model. The Apple Store will give you a free $25 gift card for buying either one direct.
The HomePod (2nd Gen) is marked down to $269.99 at Best Buy, which is a $29.01 discount. Meanwhile, it nets you a free $50 gift card via the Apple Store.
The Beats Studio Buds + are $149.95 at Amazon and $149.99 at Best Buy, a $20-ish savings. At the Apple Store, they come with a free $50 gift card.
Finally, Amazon has the M3 iPad Air's Magic Keyboard on sale for $247.50 in the 11-inch size and $299.99 in the 13-inch size, saving shoppers just $21.50 and $19.01, respectively. The Apple Store throws in a $25 gift card if you buy either one there instead.
Shop the Apple Store's best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals: Apple AirPods Pro 3 $249 + free $50 Apple gift card Get Deal Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, WiFi) $129 + free $25 Apple gift card Get Deal Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) $299 + free $50 Apple gift card Get Deal Beats Studio Buds + $169.95 + free $50 Apple gift card Get Deal Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (11-inch) $269 + free $25 Apple gift card Get Deal A bonus pro tip for expert-level deal huntersIf you know you're going to be buying something from the Apple Store this Black Friday, buy some Apple gift cards from Target first. Target Circle members get a free $15 Target gift card for every $100 they spend on Apple gift cards there through Nov. 29. The Target Circle loyalty program is completely free to join, so it's an easy way to score even more free money as part of your Cyber Week shopping.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple $100 Apple gift card Includes free $15 Target gift card Get DealHulu Black Friday 2025 deal: Its here and different this year
SAVE UP TO $96: Through Dec. 1, new subscribers can get the Disney+ and Hulu bundle (with ads) for only $4.99 per month for 12 months. Usually $12.99 per month, this Black Friday offer saves you $96 total for the year. If you prefer an ad-free experience, you can score a subscription for $14.99 per month for 12 months, saving you $60 for the year.
Opens in a new window Credit: Hulu / Disney+ Disney+ and Hulu (with ads) $4.99/month for 12 months (save $8/month) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hulu / Disney+ Disney+ and Hulu (ad-free) $14.99/month for 12 months (save $5/month) Get DealLast Black Friday, Hulu delivered one of, if not the best streaming deal of the year. You could pay just $0.99 per month for a whole year of Hulu (with ads). We were really hoping to see this deal make a triumphant return in 2025, but it's looking increasingly unlikely.
That sucks, but you can still save on Hulu in Black Friday 2025.
For Black Friday 2025, new subscribers can sign up for the Disney+ and Hulu bundle (with ads) for $4.99 per month for 12 months (up $2 from last year's deal). Earlier this year, the list price jumped from $10.99 to $12.99 per month, so you'll still save $8 per month or $96 total with this year's discount. It's still a great deal, all things considered.
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 prefer an ad-free experience, you can also get a discounted subscription for Black Friday. The savings aren't quite as steep, but you'll still keep some extra money in your pocket. Usually $19.99 per month, you can get the ad-free bundle for $14.99 per month for 12 months. That saves you $60 total for the year.
This offer is only valid for new and eligible returning Hulu and Disney+ subscribers (basically anyone who hasn't been a Hulu or Disney+ subscriber in the past month) through Dec. 1 (Cyber Monday). So if you want to get double the streaming for less than half the cost, jump on it ASAP. Just remember, once the year is up, you'll be charged full cost (currently $12.99/month) unless you cancel.
Hulu and Disney+ both have pretty expansive catalogs featuring award-winning original series and a boatload of movies fresh from the theater. That includes some of our favorites from the year, including Dying for Sex, Andor, Alien: Earth, The Life of Chuck, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and so much more. Psst: Taylor Swift's new docuseries will also be on Disney+ in December. Getting unlimited to access to both of these libraries for only $5 each month is absolutely worth it in our eyes — even with some ads sprinkled in.
Check out more Black Friday streaming deals you won't want to miss.
The Apple Watch Series 11 just hit a new best-ever price for Black Friday — save $60 at Amazon
SAVE $200: The Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $339 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $60 off and the lowest-ever price for this model.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 $339 at Amazon$399 Save $60 Get Deal
Black Friday has honestly been pretty great this year. It's easy to feel bogged down by the shopping event, but we've seen record-low prices on a wide range of popular items. Apple Watches deals have started slower than the likes of AirPods and MacBooks, but there are signs of momentum.
First we saw a best-ever deal on the Apple Watch Ultra 2, and now a new deal on the Apple Watch Series 11 has dropped. The Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $339.99 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $60 off and the lowest-ever price for this model.
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!In our review of the Apple Watch Series 11, Stan Schroeder said it "isn't all that different from last year's model, but it has a significantly longer battery life, and that's a huge deal." Battery life has been the main pain point for Apple Watches over the years, so an improvement is much needed. And Apple has finally delivered.
Score the Apple Watch Series 11 for its best-ever price in the Amazon Black Friday sale — save $60 right now.
I install these 9 Python tools on every new machine
Everyone has their toolbox of favorite programs that they install on their machines whenever they get a new one. Working with Python, I've built up my own essential toolkit. Here are the libraries and programs I reach for whenever I get a new machine.
A huge Black Friday streaming deal has gone live: Get Paramount+ for $2.99 per month
SAVE UP TO $10/MONTH: Through Dec. 2, new and returning subscribers can score two months of Paramount+ Premium or Paramount+ Essential for just $2.99 per month. That's up to 77% in savings with this Black Friday deal.
Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ Paramount+ Premium $2.99 per month for two months (save $10/month) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ Paramount+ Essential $2.99 per month for two months (save $5/month) Get DealThe Paramount+ Black Friday 2025 deal is officially live and it's essentially just a copy-paste from last year. We weren't blown away by it then and we're equally enthused now. But alas, a deal is a deal, folks.
Through Dec. 2, new and returning subscribers can score two months of Paramount+ Premium or Paramount+ Essential for $2.99 per month. If you opt for the Essential plan, you'll save $5 per month or about 63% total. If you choose the Premium plan (which we highly recommend), you'll save $10 per month or about 77% total. Once the two-month promotional period ends, you'll automatically be charged the full price of whichever tier you select unless you cancel.
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!One thing to note is that Paramount+ is set to raise its prices on both plans as of Jan. 15, 2026. So, this could be your best opportunity to watch new Paramount Pictures theatrical releases (The Naked Gun, Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning), Paramount+ Originals (Landman, Mayor of Kingstown), or Showtime hits (Yellowjackets, The Curse, The Chi), for cheap. Come January, it'll cost you $8.99 or $13.99 per month. We also highly suggest locking in an annual plan before the price hike hits if you want to save some extra dough.
Paramount+ is also home to local NFL AFC games on Sundays, UEFA Champions League matches, UFC (coming soon), CBS originals like Survivor and Ghosts, and old Nickelodeon and MTV shows. Personally, I'd sign up for the Premium plan over the Essential plan, as it also unlocks the full Showtime library and ad-free viewing.
Be sure to check out all the best Black Friday streaming deals for 2025.
The 11-inch Apple iPad has dropped to a new record-low price for Black Friday — save $75 at Amazon
SAVE $75: The 11-inch Apple iPad is on sale for $274 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $75 off and the lowest-ever price for this model.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad 11-inch (A16 chip) $274 at Amazon$349 Save $75 Get Deal
After weeks of steady progress, the Black Friday deals are now rolling in with real energy. We're finding record-low prices on AirPods, MacBooks, and now, iPads. Apple devotees are in luck.
The 11-inch Apple iPad is on sale for $274 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $75 off and the lowest-ever price for this model. Black Friday is all about record-breaking deals on the most popular products, and that's exactly what we're getting with this limited-time offer. You can take your pick from every color at this heavily discounted rate.
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 11-inch iPad is a solid option for just about everyone. It comes with the superfast A16 chip, a stunning Liquid Retina display, advanced cameras, fast WiFi, USB-C connector, and a bunch of other advanced features. This popular iPad lets you create, stay connected, and get work done on the go. What more do you need?
Score the best-ever price on the 11-inch Apple iPad at Amazon.
Still looking for more deals? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Black Friday sale and save up to 70% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.
