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The Samsung Odyssey G7 gaming monitor has finally dipped under $700 for Black Friday — save $500 at Amazon

Mashable - 3 hours 2 min ago

SAVE $500: The Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 is on sale for $699.99 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $500 off and the lowest-ever price for this popular model.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 $699.99 at Amazon
$1,199.99 Save $500   Get Deal

Black Friday deals are coming in hot and heavy. It can be difficult to keep your head above water, but we're doing our best to sort through the masses of offers to only bring you the very best discounts. Something that has been adundant in this year's Black Friday has been deals on gaming monitors. We've found record-low prices on top models from brands like Samsung and LG, and we suspect that there's more to come.

There's a lot to consider, but our favorite deal might be the Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 for $699.99 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $500 off and the lowest-ever price for this popular model. It had already dropped to a new low price at the start of Amazon's sale, but that price just got cut again. Will it drop even lower? We would be surprised to see something this impressive fall any further, but you never know.

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The Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 supports VESA DisplayHDR 600 for stronger contrasts, deeper blacks, and brighter highlights, making sure you can actually see what you're doing in those dark moment. It has a 180Hz refresh rate and a near-instant 1ms GtG response time, so it can handle even the most demanding on gaming sessions.

Pick up this Samsung Odyssey G7 gaming monitor for its best-ever price in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

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Yeah, iPads are on sale, but there are bigger savings on Android tablets this Black Friday

Mashable - 3 hours 6 min ago
Best Black Friday tablet deals Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, 128GB, WiFi) $449 (save $150) Get Deal Best Android tablet deal Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (256GB, WiFi) $389.99 (save $160) Get Deal Best Amazon Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 $189.99 (save $90) Get Deal

Black Friday is, without a doubt, the best time to buy tech. Prices drop on laptops, TVs, and tablets, which is perfect timing with the holidays fast approaching. If you're getting ready to buy the latter, a tablet, now is a great time. We just spent the past few months re-evaluating our guide to the best tablets, meaning these portable devices are front of mind. And most importantly, they're now on sale just in time for Black Friday.

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Get live updates on the latest sales, doorbusters, and deal drops

There are a lot of tablets on sale, and even better, there are more than just iPads discounted. You can find devices from Samsung, Lenovo, and Amazon all on sale for hundreds off. Plus, we're pleased to see our very favorite Android tablet is on sale, too. These are the best tablet deals for Black Friday.

Best Black Friday iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, 128GB, WiFi) $449 at Amazon
$599 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

Most iPads are discounted ahead of Black Friday, but the best deal is on the iPad Air with M3 chip. We determined it's the best iPad for most people, with a superior processor to the basic iPad, allowing you to do any work task you'd do on a computer. But at $449, it's a fraction of the price of a laptop. It's currently $150 off of its $599 price tag, making it 25% off, one of the biggest discounts you'll find on any iPad for Black Friday.

More Black Friday iPad dealsBest early Black Friday Android deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (256GB, WiFi) $389.99 at Lenovo
$549.99 Save $160   Get Deal Why we like it

Perhaps my favorite discovery of 2025 is the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3, which convinced me that iPads aren't the only tablets worth buying. This small tablet is made for gaming, but it does an extremely good job at streaming in high definition and is the perfect size for travel. For Black Friday, it's down to $389.99, saving you $160 for a total of 29% off.

More Black Friday Android dealsBest Black Friday Fire tablet deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire Max 11 $189.99 at Amazon
$279.99 Save $90   Get Deal Why we like it

Having tested my way through the latest tablets, I won't lie, Amazon Fire tablets are not my favorite. I think they fall behind the crowd in terms of processing power, plus Amazon's app store pales in comparison to Apple's or Google's. That being said, if you want a cheap tablet, look at the Amazon Fire tablet. There are bigger discounts to be had on Amazon's tablets, but I think the best tablet to shop from Amazon is the Fire Max 11, which offers the best speed and processing.

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After 30 years, KDE says goodbye to X11

How-To Geek - 3 hours 12 min ago

KDE is officially announcing that the future Plasma 6.8 desktop environment release will be Wayland-exclusive. The platform will finally drop the decades-old X11 session. This is a massive change. After nearly three decades of running the KDE desktop on the X Server, the Plasma X11 session is gone.

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Everything to know about Best Buy Black Friday 2025: Doorbusters, top deals, ad highlights

Mashable - 3 hours 20 min ago

Best Buy has been treating the entire month of November like one drawn-out holiday deal dump, but now that its official Black Friday sale is live, there are hundreds of markdowns on name-brand tech across all departments. Its main attractions include record-low prices on big-ticket items like QLED 4K TVs and Windows laptops, plus revolving rounds of doorbusters that feature bonus rewards for paid My Best Buy members.

Best Buy's top doorbusters and deals at a glance: Top TV doorbuster TCL 55-inch F35-Series 4K Fire TV $169.99 (save $160) Get Deal Latest offer Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $399.99 (save $149.01) Get Deal Deal of the day Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x (Snapdragon X, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $399.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best cheap gaming laptop deal HP Victus 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $549.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best deal under $50 JBL Go 4 $39.95 (save $10) Get Deal Best deal under $25 "Red Dead Redemption 2" (PS5/PS4) $14.99 (save $45) Get Deal

Best Buy's Black Friday deals are available online and in stores, so if you want to visit a nearby location to check out a gadget before you buy it, the option is there. (Camping out on Thanksgiving night won't be necessary.) Here's everything you need to know about Best Buy's Black Friday sale before you shop, including its opening hours, doorbuster lineup, holiday return policy, price-match guarantee, and the best deals to shop now.

When is Best Buy's Black Friday sale?

Best Buy's Black Friday sale began on Thursday, Nov. 20 and continues through Saturday, Nov. 29. All of its feature deals are available in stores, online, and on the Best Buy mobile app, according to a company press release.

Is Best Buy open on Thanksgiving?

Best Buy stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day 2025, as they have been since 2020.

What time does Best Buy open on Black Friday?

Best Buy stores will open at 6 a.m. local time on Black Friday. Camping out is only mandatory if a deal you're eyeing is sold out online but still available in stores, IMO.

Does Best Buy do doorbusters?

Yes, Best Buy is supplementing its Black Friday deals with some limited-time doorbusters, which it's billing as "some of the best deals on the hottest tech of the season." These offers drop in batches every Friday through Christmas, and paid My Best Buy members earn $5 in bonus rewards for every $50 they spend on them (up to $25). That includes the Plus and Total membership tiers.

I've listed all of Best Buy's current doorbusters below. All of them are decent deals except for the EA video games and the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, which are mostly cheaper to buy from Walmart or Amazon. Best Buy will release more doorbusters on Friday, Nov. 28, aka Black Friday proper.

Best Black Friday deals at Best Buy

I've spent hours upon hours combing through Best Buy's Black Friday deals, and I've identified just over 150 of them that are worth shopping. (By that I mean they aren't one-upped by better offers at other retailers.) Here's a quick look at the highlights:

Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 55-inch S7 Series CanvasTV 4K QLED TV $649.99 at Best Buy
$999.99 Save $350   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch QM5K Series 4K QD-Mini LED TV $449.99 at Best Buy
$899.99 Save $450   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Best Buy
$999 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,399 at Best Buy
$1,599 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished $499.99 at Best Buy
$749 Save $249.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $549.99 at Best Buy
$999.99 Save $450   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: HP HP Victus 15 (AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $549.99 at Best Buy
$899.99 Save $350   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (AMD Ryzen 9 270, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,299.99 at Best Buy
$1,799.99 Save $500   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones $159.99 at Best Buy
$349.99 Save $190   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Best Buy
$249 Save $29.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Inspire 3 $69.96 at Best Buy
$99.95 Save $29.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $599 at Best Buy
$799 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Deep SIlver "Kingdom Come Deliverance II" (PS5) $39.99 at Best Buy
$59.99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie's House $54.99 at Best Buy
$74.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S (128GB) "The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners" Bundle $249 at Best Buy
$299 Save $50 Includes free $50 Best Buy gift card Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Legion Go S (AMD Ryzen Z2 Go, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $449.99 at Best Buy
$649.99 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $129.95 at Best Buy
$199.95 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: De'Longhi De'Longhi Classic Espresso Machine $149.95 at Best Buy
$229.94 Save $79.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $148 at Best Buy
$299.99 Save $151.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame GoVac 500 Robot Vacuum and Mop $529.99 at Best Buy
$1,099.99 Save $570   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexStyle (Straight & Wavy Hair, Indigo Rush) $189.99 at Best Buy
$279.99 Save $90   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Therabody Therabody Theraface Pro $299.99 at Best Buy
$419.99 Save $120   Get Deal Does Best Buy price match?

Best Buy doesn't price-match competitors' deals during Black Friday, but it will price-match itself. If something you've bought there from Oct. 31 to Dec. 31 gets cheaper during that period, you can request to have your purchase adjusted to the better price through Jan. 15, 2026. The only items that aren't covered by this price-match guarantee are holiday decorations and products that come with a third-party contract (like smartphones).

So, for example, if you purchased the Apple AirPods Max headphones when they were priced at $429.99, as they were for most of the week, you should be able to take advantage of the new $399.99 price, live as of Nov. 25.

What is Best Buy's return policy?

Under its extended holiday return policy, Best Buy will accept returns for most items purchased from Oct. 31 to Dec. 31 through Jan. 15, 2026. That deadline stretches to Jan. 31 for paid My Best Buy members.

Similar exclusions apply here. Holiday decorations have a 15-day return window, for one. "Activatable" devices (meaning those that come with data plans) can only be returned within 14 days, and they have a $45 restocking fee if opened. Scooters, drones, digital cameras, action cameras, lenses, projectors, fitness recovery devices, cold tubs, saunas, and special-order products have a 15% restocking fee if they're unboxed.

When is Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale?

Best Buy will kick off its Cyber Monday savings event on Sunday, Nov. 30, and it will run for 48 hours through Dec. 1 (aka actual Cyber Monday). The company's press release notes that "there will be limited-time deals available throughout the event," so expect a slightly different assortment than its Black Friday sale.

Is the LG C5 OLED TV deal as good as it seems?

Serious deal hunters will notice a conspicuous absence from this guide: The award-winning LG C5 OLED TV, specifically the 65-inch model. A lot of our competitors are writing about this Best Buy Black Friday deal, and it's easy to see why. The retailer has it listed for $1,300 off its usual price.

However, this deal isn't as good as it seems. This TV has been available for $1,396.99 at Amazon since October, with no further price drops since then. We're hoping that this TV will drop to at least $1,249.95 on Black Friday proper to match its previous record-low price. So, while we consider this a good deal to watch, we're not quite ready to recommend it yet. That said, this is still a very attractive price on what's arguably the best TV ever made.

Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch C5 Series OLED 4K TV $1,369.99 at Best Buy
$2,699.99 Save $1,330.00 A deal to watch Get Deal
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How to watch Pafos vs. Monaco online for free

Mashable - 3 hours 36 min ago

TL;DR: Live stream Pafos vs. Monaco in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Champions League action continues this week with Pafos vs. Monaco. Both sides sit on five points after four games. The Cypriot side have surprised a lot of fans this season. Could they secure another victory at home?

If you want to watch Pafos vs. Monaco in the Champions League from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Pafos vs. Monaco?

Pafos vs. Monaco in the Champions League kicks off at 5:45 p.m. GMT on Nov. 26. This fixture takes place at the Alphamega Stadium.

How to watch Pafos vs. Monaco for free

Pafos vs. Monaco 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 Pafos vs. Monaco for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

  2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Ireland

  4. Visit Virgin Media Player

  5. Watch Pafos vs. Monaco for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

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 Pafos vs. Monaco (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 Pafos vs. Monaco in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.

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Walmarts Black Friday sale drops the M1 MacBook Air to just $549 — its lowest price ever

Mashable - 3 hours 41 min ago

SAVE $100: The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M1, 8GB RAM 256GB SSD) is on sale for just $549 during Walmart's 2025 Black Friday sale. It usually retails for $649, and this is its lowest price ever.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549 at Walmart
$649 Save $100   Get Deal

All of Apple's MacBooks are on sale for dirt-cheap this Black Friday, and I'm partial to recommending that most people grab the latest M4 model: It's beautiful, blazing-fast, and only $749 in the 13-inch size (normally $999). But if your budget can't stretch that far, or you don't need that big of an upgrade, the M1 model is the cheapest option available in new condition. It's marked down to just $549 during Walmart's Black Friday sale, which runs through Nov. 30.

Walmart is Apple's exclusive retail partner for the M1 MacBook Air, and while it is technically listed with an MSRP of $649, I almost always see it on sale for $599 there. This special holiday deal of $100 off marks its biggest discount ever, and I wouldn't be shocked if it sold out at some point this Cyber Week. (The gold variant was already out of stock at the time of writing.)

SEE ALSO: The 30+ best Black Friday Apple deals: Record-low prices on MacBooks and $69 AirPods

The M1 MacBook Air is a late 2020 release that marked Apple's first foray into custom silicon instead of Intel chips, and it's still relatively peppy for its price point. It's up to 25% faster than newer Chromebooks we've tried in the $599 to $699 price range, and its fanless design keeps it on the quiet side. It comes equipped with 8GB of memory, which makes it best for basic everyday tasks like web browsing, watching movies, and sending emails.

Looks-wise, the M1 MacBook Air has a classic MacBook aluminum unibody design, but with more of a wedge shape than its successors. It lacks their irksome webcam notch, too. It comes with a 1600p display, a backlit magic keyboard, a 720p FaceTime camera, and two Thunderbolt 3/USB-C ports. It weighs 2.8 pounds, making it just a tenth of a pound heavier than the 13-inch M4 model.

If you want a tad more power, a bigger, brighter display, and a nicer 1080p webcam, I also really like Best Buy's Black Friday deals on two Geek Squad Certified Refurbished M2 MacBook Airs. They both come in under $600, making them competitive alternatives to Walmart's $549 M1 model for budget shoppers who don't mind buying pre-owned.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished $499.99 at Best Buy
$749 Save $249.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished $569.99 at Best Buy
$1,299 Save $729.01   Get Deal
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Traveling for Thanksgiving? Download these 5 amazing Netflix movies

How-To Geek - 3 hours 42 min ago

It's the time of the year when many of us travel to see friends and family. It's also the time when roads get blocked, trains get delayed, and flights get canceled. How are you going to stay positive when this inevitably happens?

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Black Friday kitchen deals are hot — shop Ninja, KitchenAid, and Our Place now

Mashable - 3 hours 44 min ago
Best Black Friday kitchen deals at a glance Best coffee and espresso deal Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso and Coffee Machine $599.95 (save $150.04) Get Deal Best kitchen appliance deal Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 (save $50) Get Deal Best kitchen cookware deal All-Clad HA1 13-piece Nonstick Cookware Set $489.99 (save $210) Get Deal Best frozen treat deal Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl Ice Cream and Soft Serve Maker $279.99 (save $70) Get Deal Best blender deal Ninja Mega Kitchen System $99.99 (save $120) Get Deal

Nothing will make you realize you need to upgrade your kitchenware more than cooking Thanksgiving dinner. If you're already deep into prep and realizing that your blender's motor kicked it or your nonstick pans are starting to stick, then it's time to upgrade. So if you're shopping, you need to be shopping the sales.

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

If you're looking to kick off your Black Friday shopping with some kitchen upgrades, these are the best deals we've spotted thus far. If your Thanksgiving meal prep reveals a need for something new, check back here as we'll be updating this page often.

Best coffee and espresso deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso and Coffee Machine $599.95 at Amazon
$749.99 Save $150.04   Get Deal Why we like it

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

More coffee and espresso machine dealsBest kitchen appliances deal Opens in a new window Credit: Our Place Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 at Our Place
$325 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

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

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

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

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The best gifts for moms for Christmas, Mothers Day, and beyond

Mashable - 3 hours 46 min ago

No matter the gifting occasion, you want to wow your mom. She sacrificed a lot for you, and now you're in a place where you can show her how grateful you are. Part of our larger series dedicated to the Best Gifts for Everyone, this list of gifts for mom attempts to dismantle the played-out tropes that have plagued moms at major holidays for dedicates.

When gifting to your mom (or any mom, for that matter), consider hyper-specific things that speak to her unique hobbies or interests. Your mom (or mom figure) should revel in her own glory with gifts that make her feel smart, sophisticated, and valued. Consider what she does when she has no one putting demands on her time — then shop for those moments. And if you get stuck, visit our guide to the best gifts under $50 for even more winning ideas.

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21 Black Friday deals on Amazon that no one else is beating (or even matching): TVs, Legos, and more

Mashable - 3 hours 51 min ago

It is my firmest belief that the best Black Friday deals don't exist in a vacuum. Major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart love to price-match each other during their concurrent holiday sales. So when one of them actually manages to one-up its peers with an exclusive discount, it's worth shouting about.

After spending literal days poring over retailers' Black Friday listings, I've stumbled upon nearly two dozen deals on 4K TVs, headphones, KitchenAid mixers, video games, and other items that are at their cheapest on Amazon. In some cases, it's beating other retailers' offers by as little as one to four cents. (That counts, but it's more of a formality than anything.) In other instances, items are $10 to $60 cheaper when purchased from Amazon — those are instant add-to-cartables.

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

In doing my research, I had four rules for eligibility (I'm picky):

  1. Amazon has to be beating the other retailers' sale prices on the item. If they're price-matching each other, Amazon has to throw in something that makes its deal better (like a free credit).

  2. The other retailer has to have the item in stock in the same color or configuration as Amazon.

  3. The item has to be tagged as a Black Friday deal by Amazon or its competitor.

  4. The item can't be sold by a sketchy third-party seller at Amazon or its competitor. It's got to be coming from the retailers themselves or a verified brand's store page.

I'll keep adding to my list as I encounter more better-than-elsewhere deals on Amazon, so keep checking Black throughout Cyber Week.

4K TVs Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 55-inch F50 Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $189 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $160.99 99 cents cheaper than Best Buy. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch QM6K Series Mini-LED QLED 4K TV $397.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $402 $2 cheaper than Best Buy and Costco, and one cent cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 55-inch U7 Series Mini LED 4K TV $497.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $802 $2 cheaper than Best Buy and one cent cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch QM7K Series Mini LED QLED 4K TV $797.99 at Amazon
$1,499.99 Save $702 $2 cheaper than Best Buy and one cent cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch S7 Series CanvasTV 4K QLED TV $897.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $402 $2 cheaper than Best Buy. Get Deal Apple devices Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $274
$349 Save $75 $5 cheaper than Best Buy and Walmart. Get Deal Headphones and earbuds Opens in a new window Credit: Sennheiser Sennheiser Accentum True Wireless Earbuds $89.95 at Amazon
$219.95 Save $130 $10.04 cheaper than Best Buy and $10 cheaper than Walmart with on-page coupon. Get Deal Opens in a new window Sennheiser Accentum Wireless Headphones $99.95 at Amazon
$189.95 Save $90.00 Four cents cheaper than Best Buy. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Buds + $149.95 at Amazon
$169.95 Save $20 Four cents cheaper than Best Buy. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones $248 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $151.99 Matches Best Buy and Walmart, but includes free $30 Amazon credit with code SONYX30. Get Deal Bluetooth speakers Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony ULT Field 5 $194.95 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $155.04 $5.04 cheaper than Best Buy and Sony. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony ULT Tower 9 $798 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $101.99 $1.99 cheaper than Best Buy. Get Deal Smart glasses Opens in a new window Credit: Ray-Ban / Meta Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses (Gen 1), Wayfarer, Shiny Black $238.99 at Amazon
$299 Save $60.01 21 cents cheaper than Best buy, Ray-Ban, and Meta. Get Deal KitchenAid mixers Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer $279.95 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $120.04 Four cents cheaper than Best Buy, Walmart, and KitchenAid, and includes free $14 Amazon credit. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer $349.95 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $150.04 Four cents cheaper than Best Buy, Walmart, Macy's, and Target, and includes free $19.96 Amazon credit. Get Deal Beauty tech Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexFusion Air & Ceramic Styling System $289 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $60.99 99 cents cheaper than Best Buy and $60.99 cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal Lego sets Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Disney Princess Maleficent’s Dragon Form $54.21 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $15.78 $5.28 cheaper than Best Buy. Get Deal Video games Opens in a new window Credit: 2K Games "NBA 2K26" (PS5) $22.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $47 $7 cheaper than Best Buy and Target, and $7.01 cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bandai Namco Entertainment "Elden Ring Nightreign" (PS5) $24.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $15.00 $5 cheaper than Best Buy and $4.94 cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Electronic Arts "EA Sports College Football 26" (PS5) $27.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $42 $2 cheaper than Best Buy and Target, and $2.01 cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Electronic Arts "Battlefield 6" (PS5) $52.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $17.00 $7 cheaper than Best Buy and Target, and $6.89 cheaper than Walmart. Get Deal
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The Ninja Creami Scoop and Swirl just hit a new all-time low, but its only available for one day (updated)

Mashable - 3 hours 58 min ago

SAVE $120: As of Nov. 26, the Ninja Creami Scoop and Swirl is down to its lowest price ever at Ninja. Initially on sale for $279.99, with Ninja's daily deal, score an extra $50 off, bringing the ice cream maker down to $229.99. That saves you $120 off its list price of $349.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop and Swirl $229.99 at Ninja
$349.99 Save $120 Use code 'DAY4' at checkout for $50 off. Get Deal

One thing about Black Friday, it's going to bring deals to even the newest tech. Earlier this year, Ninja debuted its Creami Scoop and Swirl, previously known as just the Ninja Swirl. Some tech is exciting, some is innovative, and the Creami Scoop and Swirl is all of that, but most importantly, it's just straight up fun. It brings the whimsy of the ice cream shop to your home, and it just got an even bigger discount.

Leading up to Black Friday, it dropped to $297.49, and then beat its low price again, falling to $279.99. But the best deal yet just dropped on the Ninja Creami Scoop and Swirl. Ninja dropped a daily deal that gives you $50 off the machine, bringing it down to $229.99. That knocks off 34% for $120 in savings.

To score the lowest price ever, make sure to use code 'DAY4' at checkout. Since this is a daily deal, it won't last long, so grab it ASAP.

The Creami Scoop and Swirl has garnered plenty of accolades since its 2025 release. In our review, we gave the Scoop and Swirl a Mashable Choice award for its fresh take on the ice cream maker that lets you concoct soft serve in 24 hours or less. Plus, even Oprah has taken notice, putting it on the 2025 list of her favorite things.

Get the Ninja Creami Scoop and Swirl for just $229.99, its lowest price ever, and save $120 at Amazon.

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I started using a monospace font for all my reading and writing—here's why you should, too

How-To Geek - 4 hours 3 min ago

If someone told you to start using a monospace typeface for everything you read and write, you might think it's some kind of weird retro thing or a form of digital punishment. However, a choice that seems so out of date actually holds the key to a completely different, and in my experience better, way to interact with text on your screen.

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The best Black Friday Amazon device deals: Fire TVs, Kindles, and Echo speakers are showing off

Mashable - 4 hours 3 min ago
The best Black Friday Amazon device deals at a glance: Best Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 (128GB) $189.99 at Amazon (save $90) Get Deal Best Fire TV deal Amazon 65-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $894.99 at Amazon (save $195) Get Deal Best Fire TV Stick deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $9.99 (save $30 with code STREAM4K) Get Deal Best Echo deal Echo Dot Max $89.99 (save $10) Get Deal Best Kindle deal Kindle $79.99 (save $30) Get Deal Best Blink deal Blink Mini 2K+ $24.99 (save $25) Get Deal

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

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

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

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

Best Black Friday Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 (64GB) $189.99 at Amazon
$279.99 Save $90   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

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

Read our full review of the Fire Max 11.

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

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

Best Black Friday Fire Stick deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $9.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $30 with code STREAM4K Get Deal Why we like it

Amazon is practically giving away its brand-new Fire TV Stick 4K Selects at a whopping 75% off. Use the on-page coupon code STREAM4K to drop the $39.99 price tag down to only $9.99 — its lowest price ever by a landslide. Without the code, it's still a pretty solid deal at $19.99, but $10? Outrageous. It's the newest Fire TV Stick in Amazon's lineup and offers vibrant 4K quality with HDR10+ support, a new operating system called Vega, and the same plug-and-play design you know and love. It will soon also offer support for Alexa+, Xbox Game Pass, Amazon Luna, Amazon Kids+, and NordVPN.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Best Black Friday Blink deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Mini 2 $17.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $22.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Mini 2K+ $24.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Outdoor 4 $27.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $52   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Video Doorbell $29.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $40   Get Deal
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Holidays With Heart | CNET Group Perspectives

Mashable - 4 hours 8 min ago
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True stories of the gifts that connect us, inspire us, and stay with us.

Opinions expressed by CNET Group Perspectives contributors are their own, and are separate from Mashable, CNET, and Lifehacker's editorial teams. If you buy a product featured here, we may earn a commission.

Opening up about playful gifts and the moments that make family life shine.

How digitizing home movies helped me create new family moments from old memories Commentary: I uploaded my family’s past and downloaded a little holiday magic. By Hiko Mitsuzuka How a turntable changed my family’s relationship to music and quality time Commentary: Listening to music in the living room helped us learn more about each other—and started a new holiday tradition. By Jonathan Fitzgerald

Discover how smart presents and personal experiences spark joy this season.

How a red light mask is helping me heal more than just my skin Commentary: In the wake of my mother's death, I've leaned further into our shared love of beauty rituals. By Deenie Hartzog-Mislock Why the Meater Pro thermometer is a hit at our family feasts Commentary: My brother-in-law loves cooking, and I love eating -- it's a win/win gift. By John Hoyos

Highlighting innovative gifts and practical ideas that change how we celebrate.

I bought a Nintendo Switch 2 to relive special holiday memories Commentary: Now that I'm 8,500 miles away from family, online gaming has helped us feel closer. By Kimanzi Constable The best $99 I ever spent was on an impulse-buy photo printer Commentary: A 20,000-mile trip to see my mom taught me the value of tangible memories in a digital world. By Gérman Ceballos How a creative gift from my parents transformed my career Commentary: The Cricut Explore smart cutter led to unexpected new opportunities. By Sam McPeak I gifted my mom an apron of her art using Adobe’s AI tools, and here’s how I did it Commentary: The tools make it easier to print old photos or images on demand. By Fei Wu

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The best Black Friday Apple Watch deals to shop right now: Huge deals on Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 2

Mashable - 4 hours 22 min ago
Best Black Friday Apple Watch deals at a glance: Best overall deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $339.99 (save $59.01) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Ultra deal Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $699.99 (save $99.01) Get Deal Best budget Apple Watch deal Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $159.99 (save $89.01) Get Deal

It's barely even time to grocery shop for the Thanksgiving meal yet, and the Black Friday deals are coming in hot. All the major retailers have now dropped full details about dates of the official Black Friday events and we have an idea of deals we're looking forward to seeing, but there might not be a reason to wait.

Sales are already here and we're seeing record low price on Lego sets, Apple devices, portable power stations, and tons more. If you've been hoping to snag an Apple Watch for yourself or gift one to someone truly special, check out these Black Friday deals.

SEE ALSO: I found 30+ early Black Friday tech deals I'd recommend to friends and family: Save on Apple, Samsung, DJI

Keep in mind we don't typically see the Apple store offer fantastic deals during Black Friday. In previous years, Apple has dropped a free gift card promo, but if you're after deals, you'll want to shop other locations like Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Best Buy.

Best Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $339.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $59.01   Get Deal Why we like it

The Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $599 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's almost $60 off and the lowest-ever price for this model. 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."

Best Black Friday Apple Watch Ultra deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $599 at Amazon
$799 Save $200   Get Deal Why we like it

Need a rugged watch that can keep up with adventures? The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a solid model, especially given its early Black Friday sale price of $599 at Amazon. That takes $200 off the usual price. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes with some upgrades that are great for outdoors, and it's perfect for fitness enthusiasts, with a lengthy battery life that you'll appreciate when you're out and about.

Best Black Friday budget Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $159.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $89.01   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're in the market for a new Apple Watch but don't want to spend big money, the 2nd generation Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm) is on sale for $159.99 at Amazon for a limited time only. Apple has moved on to the Apple Watch SE 3 but that means you can snag great discounts on the previous model, and today is a solid case in point. But the older model is still great, offering tons of Apple Watch essentials like sleep tracking, fitness metrics, fall detection, an emergency SOS, and the ability to take calls and reply to texts, of course. Since this model is on sale for under $160, it could be a great gifting option or perfect for those new to the wonderful world of smartwatches.

More Black Friday Apple Watch deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $199.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS + cellular, 40mm) $286.39 at Amazon
$299 Save $12.61   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $449.99 at Amazon
$499 Save $49.01   Get Deal
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The best Black Friday Kindle deals are finally here: Record-low prices on almost everything

Mashable - 4 hours 27 min ago

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 now on sale Kobo Libra Colour $199.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $20 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Amazon 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 $2 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Books Under $2 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 Writers & Lovers by Lily King for just $1.99.

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The 30+ best Black Friday Apple deals: Record-low prices on MacBooks and $69 AirPods

Mashable - 4 hours 27 min ago
The best Black Friday Apple deals at a glance: Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 $69 (save $60) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $249 (save $250) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $274 (save $75) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 (save $250) Get Deal

Black Friday is easily the best time to buy Apple products, and even though the shopping holiday is still a few days out, the deals are already pretty great. Don't thank the Apple Store for that: Third-party retailers are the ones offering the biggest 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 more

If 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 last year's Apple Watch Series 10 with cellular connectivity (now 50% off), the 2022 Apple Watch SE 2 (now 36% off), and the three-year-old AirPods Pro 2 (now 44% off). They're anywhere from $40 to $200 cheaper than the newest models.

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 Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (4-pack) $64.98 at Amazon
$99 Save $34.02   Get Deal 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 are 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 Walmart
$249 Save $29.01   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon 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 Amazon
$549 Save $149.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Walmart Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple EarPods (USB-C) $13.32 at Amazon
$19 Save $5.68   Get Deal Best Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $249 at Walmart
$499 Save $250   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's previous-gen flagship wearable has a thin, lightweight design and supports the latest watchOS features like Sleep Score. The model with cellular connectivity is now the same price as the WiFi-only version at Walmart. At just $249 (or half off), it's a bargain.

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
$799 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 at Amazon and Walmart
$399 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $449 at Amazon and Walmart
$499 Save $50   Get Deal Apple Watch SE, 3rd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $199 at Walmart
$249 Save $50   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon 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 Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $159.99 at Walmart
$249 Save $89.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS + cellular, 40mm) $189 at Walmart
$299 Save $110   Get Deal Best Black Friday iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $274 at Amazon
$349 Save $75   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy 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 this Black Friday. That's its lowest price ever and $5 better than Best Buy and Walmart's deal.

More iPad deals Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A16, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) $429 at Amazon
$499 Save $70   Get Deal at Amazon 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 (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 Best Buy
$1,599 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,749 at Amazon
$1,999 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $2,189 at Amazon
$2,499 Save $310   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,799 at Amazon and Best Buy
$3,199 Save $400   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 at Amazon
$1,399 Save $200   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
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The best Black Friday AirPods deals: $69 AirPods 4 and lowest-ever price on AirPods Pro 3

Mashable - 4 hours 33 min ago
The best Black Friday AirPods deals at a glance: Best Early Black Friday AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 $69 (Save $60) Get Deal BEST AIRPODS PRO DEAL Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 (save $29.01) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday AirPods Max Deal AirPods Max Headphones (USB-C) $429.99 (Save $120) Get Deal ALSO CONSIDER Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 (save $110) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday EarPods Deal Apple EarPods $13.32 (Save $5.68) Get Deal

If you’ve been waiting all year to grab a new pair of AirPods, now’s your chance. Black Friday sales have officially begun at retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, and some of Apple’s signature earbuds are already on sale at record prices. Several retailers have slashed prices across the AirPods lineup, from entry-level AirPods to the premium AirPods Max. So, if you're looking to snag some, we've got all the details you need to score the best price.

SEE ALSO: The 30+ best early Black Friday Apple deals: Record-low prices on AirPods and MacBooks

For the absolute lowest price on AirPods, Walmart, Target, and Amazon are leading the pack right now with a record-low price on the AirPods 4, an entry-level pair of buds. As of the start of Black Friday week, all three retailers have the price down to $79.99. And if you want to level up, the AirPods Pro 3 are also at their lowest price ever at $219.99, but at your pick of retailer — you can find this deal at Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and Walmart.

We've checked all the major retailers to make sure you get the best prices on AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max products.

Best Black Friday AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods 4 $69 at Amazon
$129 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

We've been waiting for this one: Now that Black Friday sales have begun, the base model AirPods 4 just hit a record low price of $69 at Amazon. This is a frankly absurd price for Apple wireless earbuds, which somehow have gotten more affordable in the age of inflation and tariffs. We're not sure how long this deal isn't going to stick around for. We've already seen stock drop for AirPods 4 with ANC.

More Black Friday AirPods deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $109.99 at Walmart
$179 Save $69.01   Get Deal Best Black Friday AirPods Pro deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $29.01   Get Deal Why we like it

AirPods Pro 3 are the very latest and most advanced pair of Apple's earbuds, and for Black Friday 2025, they just got their biggest discount yet. As of Nov. 24, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 are down to $219.99, saving you $29.01. That's not a huge discount, but it's absolutely the best price we've found on them (and don't expect it to drop significantly lower once Black Friday proper hits). The AirPods Pro 3 offer exceptional sound, even better active noise cancellation, live translation, and heart-rate monitoring. You can pick up this discount at Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and Walmart.

More Black Friday AirPods Pro deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart
$239 Save $100   Get Deal Best Black Friday AirPods Max deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple AirPods Max Headphones (USB-C) $429.99 at Best Buy, Amazon, and Target
$549.99 Save $120   Get Deal Why we like it

The stylish, over-the-ear AirPods Max are all about sounding great while turning heads, and they're especially tantalizing at this price. They offer great noise cancellation, simple controls, and 20 hours of battery life per charge. While they're the most expensive offering out of Apple's AirPods stable, you can score them for a decent price right now thanks to this Black Friday AirPods deal at Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart.

Best Black Friday EarPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple EarPods $13.32 at Amazon
$19 Save $5.68   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's basic EarPods may be the cheapest of everything the company has to offer, but they're still no slouch when it comes to sound. These corded earbuds feel great and sound even better for the price, with a built-in remote that you can use to adjust volume, control music playback, and answer call with. Plus, their built-in mic makes chatting on the go feel like a dream.

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How to improve Netflix's search to uncover movies and shows

How-To Geek - 4 hours 33 min ago

It's fair to say that content discovery on Netflix isn't as good as it should be—we've all scrolled the homepage in a desperate hunt for something to watch. That said, you shouldn't overlook Netflix's search tool. It's not flawless, but it's more powerful than you likely realize.

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I tore down my router and found a full-blown mini PC inside

How-To Geek - 4 hours 43 min ago

I've always loved taking things apart, ever since I was a kid. One gadget that has always intrigued me more than it probably should is the humble Wi-Fi router. I've heard people say that they're basically tiny computers, with a CPU, RAM, and even flash storage. Eventually, curiosity got the better of me, so I decided to take mine apart and see what was really inside.

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