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Best Buy Black Friday ad: The best early deals you can buy online

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 11:29

We know you might not want to hear it, but Black Friday is very much upon us. The beast of a shopping holiday has been looming menacingly on the horizon for some time, but it will not be contained any longer.

Leading retailers are already dropping their Black Friday ads and early-access deals. We know that shopping fatigue is a real thing at this time of year, so why not beat the rush and all the associated stress and get your shopping done early this year? You know it makes sense.

SEE ALSO: Target Black Friday ad: The best deals you can buy online early

Best Buy is one of the premier shopping destinations over the Black Friday period, and its savings-packed ad suggests that this year could be its biggest ever.

Best Buy was the first leading retailer to announce its 2025 holiday plans, with early Black Friday deals dropping as early as Halloween (Oct. 31). Best Buy will drop early Black Friday deals throughout November before its official Black Friday sale officially kicks off on Nov. 20. This 10-day sale is live through Nov. 29, followed immediately by its Cyber Monday event on Nov. 30 that runs for 48 hours through Dec. 1. Mark these dates in your diary.

Want to make the most out of Best Buy's Black Friday campaign? We've checked out all the best Black Friday deals and doorbusters from the Best Buy Black Friday ad that you can already buy online.

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Categories: IT General, Technology

2025 Black Friday ads: Best deals from Walmart, Amazon, Target, Best Buy, Kohls, Home Depot, and more

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 11:29

Black Friday is officially a couple of weeks away, but the reality is that it's already here in a big way. You can find discounts on hot products like MacBooks, AirPods, Lego, Pokémon, and so much more. It's the single best time of the year to secure a deal, with heavy discounts on offer from all the leading retailers.

The biggest retailers are always looking to get ahead of the competition by launching early-access deals, with savings-packed Black Friday ads that include a snapshot of what shoppers can expect. We recommend that savvy shoppers take some time to check out everything that's showcased in these ads, but if that sounds like far too much work, we can help you out.

SEE ALSO: Gaming deals are going strong ahead of Black Friday 2024

We've checked out all the best deals from the Black Friday ads of leading retailers. We're talking about the likes of Best Buy, Walmart, Home Depot, and Target. Amazon doesn't release a traditional Black Friday ad, but we've still gone ahead and pulled the best deals that you can already shop. Aren't we helpful.

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Categories: IT General, Technology

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

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 11:18

Vince Gilligan's Pluribus is a show that raises many ethical dilemmas — but in episode 3, there’s a question that’s far easier to answer.

Can you actually stay at that cool ice hotel?

We've done some digging to find out.

What happens with the ice hotel in Pluribus episode 3? Credit: Apple TV

Episode 3 of the Apple TV series opens with a flashback to around seven years before the virus spreads across Earth. Celebrating the launch of a new book in The Winds of Wycaro series, author Carol Sturka (Rhea Seehorn) and her partner Helen (Miriam Shor) arrive for their stay at an ice hotel in Norway. Their guide, Bjorn, tells them the hotel was built using 300 tons of ice and over 10,000 tons of snow. He says it melts every summer and is rebuilt every year. Their room, which is a few degrees below zero and features an ice bed, is filled with sculptures and a window that gives the perfect view of the Northern Lights.

SEE ALSO: Carol's books in 'Pluribus' aren't real, but I need them to be

Helen loves it, while Carol is clearly a bit less keen — but if you wanted to, could you actually go and stay there yourself?

Featured Video For You 'Adults' creators Rebecca Shaw and Ben Kronengold react to fan fiction about the show Can you actually stay at that ice hotel?

The first point to make is that the ice hotel in Pluribus isn't actually named in the episode — because it's not a real hotel.

In the show, we learn the fictional hotel is in Norway and the room was sculpted by a winner of the Harbin Ice Sculpting Competition (which is real, even if the sculptor themself isn't). "Do we absolutely have to go to every wacky place Rick Steves recommends?" asks Carol at one point, referring to the American travel writer — but a quick search doesn't seem to bring up any specific recommendations from Steves.

The hotel in Pluribus was actually designed by production designer Denise Pizzini, who told Apple TV's official Pluribus podcast the set was made out of plastics and styrofoam, carved by sculptors.

"These ice hotels are seasonal, so they have different artists that come in and design these hotels. So we took that role on. It's like, well, if we were asked to design an ice hotel, what would we do?" she said.

"The way it read, [Carol and Helen] had to walk down a hall, so we had to have other hotel rooms. Our room was in the round, and it had to have a big skylight so they could see the Northern Lights. So we did a lot of research, first, with different plastics and stuff that would look like ice, because, again, we didn't want it to look like a set. We ended up getting these plastic cubes from Germany that looked the best.

"Then we hired some sculptors to come in, and our theme for that particular room, I thought having waves and Japanese koi would be kind of interesting, because it was round and the movement of the waves, and these guys, they sculpted it so beautifully."

So while you can't stay where Carol and Helen do in the show, you can definitely go and stay somewhere pretty close to that. Ice hotels in Norway do exist. Of these, the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel — the country's northernmost igloo hotel — seems like a fairly close match, given it's also filled with ice sculptures and also melts away each Spring.

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

Categories: IT General, Technology

IT: Welcome to Derry mid-season trailer teases a key event in the book

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 11:01

We're halfway through IT: Welcome to Derry, and the second half of the season looks more clown-filled than ever.

In the footage above we see Dick Hallorann struggling with his visions, plenty more of Pennywise, and a shot of a burning building that looks like it may well be the fire at the Black Spot that takes place in the novels. This is one of several horrifying events that Mike Hanlon writes about in his history of Derry, upon which the show is based — it's also an event that marks the end of the creature's cycle.

IT: Welcome to Derry airs Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Apple’s M3 chip gives this MacBook Air refurb a major speed boost, now 29% off

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 11:00

TL;DR: Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Air M3 delivers lightning-fast speed and all-day battery life for $779.99 refurbished.

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$1,099 Save $319.01   Get Deal

The 2024 MacBook Air M3 is Apple’s way of saying “less really is more.” Whether you’re editing videos, running a dozen tabs, or just binge-watching your favorite shows, this thing barely breaks a sweat. And right now, you can grab the refurbished 13-inch model for $779.99 (reg. $1,099).

So what exactly does this machine offer?

  • Opens apps and files in a blink, thanks to the supercharged M3 chip

  • Colors and clarity that pop on the 13-inch Liquid Retina display

  • Keeps up with your longest days on an 18-hour battery

  • Connects fast with Wi-Fi 6E so you can stream, share, download instantly

  • Whisper-quiet cooling for all the power without the fan noise

  • Touch ID unlocks your Mac with a tap, no password drama

  • Built tough but impossibly light — toss it in your bag and go

  • Refurbished to near-mint condition, so it looks as good as it runs

This refurbished 2024 13-inch Apple MacBook Air M3 is proof you don’t need bulk for brilliance. Get yours now for $779.99 (reg. $1,099) while supplies last.

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Categories: IT General, Technology

Build your dream website with We.inc — no code or monthly fees

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 11:00

TL;DR: Get lifetime access to We.inc’s Unlimited Website Builder Plan for $149.99 (reg. $1,899) — an all-in-one, no-code platform for building websites, running AI chatbots, automating marketing, and managing everything from a single dashboard.

Opens in a new window Credit: Web.inc We.inc Website Builder: Lifetime Subscription (Unlimited Plan) $149.99
$1,899 Save $1,749.01   Get Deal

A great website isn’t just nice to have — it’s essential for most these days. Whether you’re leading a business, building client relationships, or expanding your personal brand, your online presence should reflect the same effort and energy you put into your work.

And We.inc can help you do that.

SEE ALSO: Google's AI can now automatically call stores and buy items for you

With lifetime access to the We.inc Unlimited Website Builder Plan for just $149.99 (MSRP $1,899), you can build, host, and automate your digital presence without touching a single line of code.

The platform brings together everything you need to launch and manage your online business — website creation, AI chatbots, marketing automation, and social media scheduling — in one simple dashboard. Choose from 280+ beautiful templates and design your site exactly how you want it. Then, take things further with built-in tools that help your business grow. Automate your marketing flows, post across your social channels, and even let AI chatbots handle leads and customer engagement while you focus on the big picture.

We.inc also integrates seamlessly with tools you’re already using, like LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Telegram, so your entire online ecosystem stays connected. And because it’s a lifetime plan, you’ll never worry about monthly bills or expiring subscriptions. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to get serious about your online presence, this is it.

With We.inc, you can launch a professional website that runs efficiently and helps your brand thrive. Get lifetime access to the We.inc Unlimited Website Builder Plan for just $149.99 (reg. $1,899).

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Categories: IT General, Technology

The JBL Tune Buds are heavily discounted ahead of Black Friday — save $60 with the best-ever price on Amazon

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 10:30

SAVE $60: As of Nov. 17, the JBL Tune Buds are on sale for $39.95 at Amazon. That's a 60% discount on the list price.

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$99.95 Save $60   Get Deal

It's the season for great deals and discounts, and even though Black Friday is still a couple of weeks away, many retailers are bringing out great offers a little early. And one early deal that has caught our eye is on the JBL Tune Buds, currently at their best-ever price at Amazon. As of Nov. 17, these earbuds are priced at just $39.95. That's over half off, and a saving of $60 on list price.

They come in three colors (all available at the reduced price), so take your pick from black, blue, and white. For a price this low, you might not think you're getting all that much. But you'd be wrong to think that, very wrong.

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

These earbuds use 10mm drivers to deliver JBL’s Pure Bass sound, so you get a deeper, more intense sound. They also benefit from active noise cancelling, with different modes with varying levels of sound blocking. Switch to Ambient Aware if you want to stay aware of what’s happening around you, or use TalkThru for quick conversations without having to take the buds out.

And it's not just the audio that's great, calls and voice notes stay clear thanks to the four-microphone setup. The VoiceAware feature also lets you tweak how much of your own voice you hear while talking. For battery life, enjoy up to 48 hours in total, or 40 hours if you keep noise cancelling on. When you're running low, just give them a quick 15-minute charge to get four hours of listening. Perfect for when you're heading out the door.

Get this JBL earbuds deal from Amazon now.

Categories: IT General, Technology

This like-new Kindle Paperwhite is at its lowest-ever price ahead of Black Friday

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 10:19

SAVE $37: As of Nov. 17, the Kindle Paperwhite (refurbished) is on sale for $106.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 26% on the list price.

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$143.99 Save $37.00   Get Deal

Amazon's Black Friday event officially kicks off on Nov. 20, but there's already some deals trickling in. And if you're trying to rush through your yearly reading challenge, maybe this Kindle Paperwhite deal will give you the motivation you need. As of Nov. 17, you can get a refurbished Kindle Paperwhite at Amazon for just $106.99. This is the best-ever price for this model, and a saving of $37 on list price.

This model is refurbished to a "like new" standard. This just means that it has been tested and certified to look and work like a new device, and it still comes with the same limited warranty as a new device. It might come in a generic Amazon box as opposed to Kindle packaging, but otherwise it's as if it's a brand new device.

SEE ALSO: I test Kindles for a living. These are the only e-reader deals I'd recommend shopping early.

This is a really advanced Kindle, and Amazon's fastest in the range. You'll feel this most significantly during faster page turns. It has a seven-inch display and its ultra-thin, glare-free design makes it easy to read wherever you are, no matter the lighting. You can shift the screen tone from white to amber for comfortable reading in bright sun or at night, and it’s waterproof so you can use it by the pool or in the bath.

The battery life is seriously impressive, promising to last up to 12 weeks on a single USB-C charge. And with this device you'll also get access to a huge library of over 15 million titles, with the option to add Kindle Unlimited if you want even more choices.

Pick up this Kindle deal from Amazon now.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Apples next iPhone Air and iPhone 18 might launch in March 2027

Mon, 11/17/2025 - 09:06

Apple's next iPhone Air might launch in March 2027.

This is according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who claims the iPhone Air 2 (we're not sure about the name) will launch alongside the iPhone 18 and the iPhone 18e.

You read that right: The company's most mainstream device, the iPhone 18, will not launch in the fall either. But it could all be a part of Apple's plan.

A week ago The Information revealed that the iPhone Air's successor might be delayed into 2027 due to poor sales (the report also said the new device will have two rear cameras instead of one, a very welcome upgrade).

But Gurman says it was Apple's plan all along to split its iPhone launch schedule into two major periods: Spring and fall. Gurman says he expects this pattern to continue "for years to come," and that Apple will launch five to six new models every year. It's unclear whether this means Apple will have two major iPhone launch events annually; so far, the company launched its minor iPhones (the SE and e models) early in the year, but without much fanfare.

Gurman also revealed a few details about the upcoming iPhone Air. He says the biggest change will be a move to a 2-nanometer chip, which should bring a much-needed battery life upgrade. Interestingly, he's unsure about the second camera on the iPhone Air 2, calling the idea "strange."

SEE ALSO: Apple's Issey Miyake iPhone Sock launched today, but it's not as random as it sounds

The report also revealed a few details about Apple's much-rumored "anniversary" iPhone, which should launch in the fall of 2027. Gurman says it will likely have a curved, uninterrupted glass screen, with the selfie camera hidden underneath the display.

Categories: IT General, Technology

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