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Scan, edit, and organize files with this multitasking app — now $28 for life

Mashable - 15 hours 23 min ago

TL;DR: Keep a scanner handy at all times with a lifetime subscription to the iScanner App, now only $27.99 (reg. $199.90) with code FLASH through Jan. 11.

Opens in a new window Credit: iScanner iScanner App: Lifetime Subscription $27.99
$199.90 Save $171.91   Get Deal

We’ve got apps for everything these days, and now there’s an app to help you digitize documents from anywhere — the iScanner App. You never know when you’re going to need to submit a signature or safeguard something sentimental, and this app lets you do that in just a few taps.

Right now, you can snag a lifetime subscription to iScanner App for only $27.99 (reg. $199.90) with code FLASH through Jan. 11.

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It’s time to update the way you scan documents. If you’re still heading to your multitasking printer to digitize something, you need to meet the iScanner App. This app lets you scan right from your iPad or iPhone — just point the device’s camera at the pages you would like to scan.

From there, the app uses AI-powered features to automatically detect and adjust the borders of your document, preventing curves and distortions. Then you can use the editing tools, from color correction to noise-removing features, to polish up your file.

iScanner doesn’t just help you scan; it doubles as a document manager. It lets you organize your files with convenient drag-and-drop functionality and sorts them into folders. You can also edit PDFs within iScanner, from signing to adding text or even auto-filling documents.

Thanks to AI, iScanner has a few other tricks up its sleeve. You can also solve math problems and translate text in up to 20 different languages with the app.

Get a lifetime subscription to the iScanner App for just $27.99 (reg. $199.90) with code FLASH through Jan. 11.

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

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:48

Once upon a time, Americans lined up in droves outside Walmarts and Targets, still full from Thanksgiving dinner, so they could be first in the door at midnight. Thankfully, these frenzied Black Friday free-for-alls are a relic of a bygone era. Now, not only can you order all of the best Black Friday deals online, but for the past few years, retailers have also been launching their Black Friday sales weeks in advance of Thanksgiving.

Case in point: Amazon, Best Buy, and now Walmart have all kicked off their official Black Friday sales. So, ready or not, Black Friday is here. You can tell because Mashable is once again working around the clock to bring you live updates on all of the latest sales, standout deals, price drops, and inventory updates. Already, we've spied record discounts on flagship noise-cancelling Sony headphones, Apple MacBooks and AirPods, Dyson appliances, and some of the year's most popular tech gifts.

Check out the top early deals so far, and keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest live updates and Black Friday news from the Mashable shopping team.

Top Black Friday Deals at a glance: The best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $159 (save $190) Get Deal Best Earuds Deal Apple AirPods 4 $69 (save $60) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Apple AirTag $17.99 (save $11.01) Get Deal Best TV Under $1,000 Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV $897.99 (save $300) Get Deal Best TV Under $500 Hisense 65-inch E6 Cinema Series QLED 4K Smart Fire TV $349.99 (save $200) Get Deal Best Amazon Device Deal Amazon Kindle $79.99 (save $30) Get Deal Best Lego deal Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart – Interactive Mario $43.99 (save $11) Get Deal Best Beauty Deal Dyson Supersonic with three attachments $299.99 (save $150) Get Deal Stocking Stuffer Deal Orastone Electric Hand Warmers $15.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best Smartwatch Deal Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 (save $20) Get Deal

Remember: Black Friday 2025 takes place on Friday, Nov. 28, and is quickly followed by Cyber Week, which starts on Monday, Dec. 1. However, you can already shop plenty of sales. If you want to be the first to know when new sales go online, then keep checking back as we provide live updates on the shopping festivities.

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25 of the best Black Friday deals under $50

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:37
Best Black Friday deals under $50 at a glance Best portable Bluetooth speaker deal JBL Go 4 $39.95 (save $10) Get Deal Best Lego set deal Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees $44.99 (save $20) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Nutribullet Flex portable blender $49.99 (save $20) Get Deal Best stocking stuffer deal Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer $15.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC $27 (save $52.99) Get Deal

We're just days away Black Friday itself, so the Black Friday sale celebrations are well underway. The great thing about getting ahead of the game is that you don't have to brave the sales while stuffed with Thanksgiving dinner. You can now shop way ahead of the food-and-bev focused holiday.

If you're shopping on a budget this year or are looking for lower-cost items to fill in gifting gaps and grab some stocking stuffers, plenty of great Black Friday deals come in at under $50. That's great news given the pricing chaos we've all endured in 2025. It's nice to feel we can let loose and indulge in a bit of spending.

The Mashable shopping team will continue to update this article as the sale continues, so check back for the latest deals.

Best portable speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Go 4 $39.95 at Amazon
$49.95 Save $10   Get Deal

With seven hours of playtime per charge, the JBL Go 4 is a great, affordable portable speaker. It's both waterproof and dustproof, so it'll be ready for camping adventures come warmer weather, and it's safe to bring into the bathroom for some shower tunes. JBL makes some of Mashable's favorite Bluetooth speakers, so going with JBL is a wise move.

More Bluetooth speakers under $50Best Lego set deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees $44.99 at Amazon
$64.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal

The zen-like Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees are on sale for the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon. Instead of coming in at the list price of $64.99, Amazon has the set on sale for $44.99 ahead of Black Friday. This set features three bonsai trees, each in a decorative pot. The three trees represent different seasons, like fall's stunning yellow leaves on the gingko tree and spring's magnificent purple wisteria. Lego sets make for some of the most thoughtful gift options, so you can't go wrong here.

More Lego sets under $50Best kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nutribullet Nutribullet Flex portable blender $49.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal

For those who are often on the go, a portable blender could make for a great way to stay up on nutritional needs. According to camelcamelcamel, Mashable's favorite price tracker, this is a record-low price for the Nutribullet Flex portable blender. The $49.99 sale price extends to all six colorways, so you have plenty of options to choose your favorite.

Best stocking stuffer deal Opens in a new window Credit: Orastone Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer $15.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $14.00   Get Deal

Stocking stuffers are some of the most fun gifts to shop for, and the Orastone Rechargeable Hand Warmer is a gift that practically anyone will love. It takes just two minutes for the hand warmer to reach a cozy 107 degrees Fahrenheit. It's perfect for anyone who takes the dog for a walk in the early morning or those heading to the ski slope for the day. Not only is it rechargeable, but there's also an LED light function on the handwarmer.

More stocking stuffers under $50Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC $27 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $52.99   Get Deal

The JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones are Mashable's favorite budget headphones, even at their typical sale price of around $50. At $27, they're an absolute steal, with well-balanced sound, 40 hours of battery life (beating out premium options like the Sony XM6 headphones and Bose QuietComfort Ultras), and solid ANC. You can also adjust the button placement within the app, demonstrating how these headphones punch above their price.

More headphones and earbuds under $50
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The best Black Friday deals under $25: Apple AirTag, Echo Pop, Fire TV Stick

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:34
The best Black Friday deals under $25 at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best kids deal Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Disney Princess Edition Board Game $11.89 (save $8.10) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $19.99 (save $120) Get Deal Best Lego deal Lego Botanicals Happy Plants $18.39 (save $4.60) Get Deal

If you're working with a smaller budget this season, there's still plenty of opportunity for you to score some impressive Black Friday deals. You don't need to spend hundreds of dollars to pick up a great gift or get yourself a little treat. Black Friday week is already well underway, and there are stacks of inexpensive items listed on Amazon. To point you in the right direction, we've rounded up more than 20 deals under $25 that we think are worth your attention ahead of Black Friday.

We're keeping an eye on all the best deals this Black Friday and Cyber Monday and will update this list with anything worthy of adding to your cart. For now, here are the best picks for less than $25.

Best Black Friday deal under $25 Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag $17.97 at Walmart
$29 Save $11.03   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple gadgets have really been shining bright in the Black Friday deals department. The Apple AirTag has dropped to $17.97 at Walmart, which is 37% off its list price. We see excellent deals on the four-pack of AirTags pretty regularly, but single AirTag deals are rarer. The AirTag is the ring leader of Bluetooth trackers for iPhone users. As long as there's an Apple device nearby with Find My turned on, you'll be able to locate whatever you attach your AirTag to with ease.

More Black Friday deals under $25 Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Disney Simba The Lion King $13.99 at Amazon
$19.99 Save $6.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Magic Bullet Magic Bullet Blender $15 at Walmart
$39.99 Save $24.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Crock-Pot Crock-Pot 4.5-quart Slow Cooker $17.99 at Target
$29.99 Save $12   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Owala Owala SmoothSip Insulated Coffee Tumbler $18.49 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $6.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick Plus 4K $19 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $20.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $19.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Uber $25 Uber and Uber Eats Gift Card $21.25 at Target
$25 Save $3.75   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Pop $21.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Soundcore Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds $24.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick 4K $24.99 at Target
$49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal Even more Black Friday deals under $25
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The best QLED and OLED TVs you can buy in 2025 are all on sale for Black Friday — save up to $1,800

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:31

Don't have time to read a bunch of paragraphs? Use the table of contents dropdown to skip to the best TV deals in list form, categorized by retailer and size.

The best Black Friday TV deals at a glance: Best small TV deal Amazon 32-inch 2-Series Smart Fire TV $99.99 (save $50) Get Deal BEST 50-inch TV deal Hisense 50-inch QD6 QLED 4K TV $199.99 (save $130) Get Deal Best 55-inch TV deal Hisense 55-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $499.99 (save $800) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $899.99 (save $1,600) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $697.99 (save $302) Get Deal Best giant TV deal Hisense 100-inch QD6 QLED 4K TV $1,299.99 (save $700) Get Deal Best deal on The Frame Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED 4K Smart TV $897.99 (save $300) Get Deal Best OLED TV Deal Samsung 65-Inch S95F 4K OLED Smart TV $2,299.99 (save $1,000 + get a free $100 gift card) Get Deal

It's officially the best time of year to buy a TV. And you don't even have to wake up at 2 a.m., ready to throw fists in a Walmart. There are so many record-low Black Friday TV deals live across the internet now that all of the big TV destinations like Amazon and Best Buy have officially kicked off their Black Friday sales. Depending on pickup or quick delivery options, ordering your new TV on sale now could have it in your living room before Cyber Weekend even hits — just in time for holiday weekend football.

Remember: The most popular TVs do tend to sell out during Black Friday. And if you see a TV deal with the retailer's "Black Friday deal" tag in the days ahead of Nov. 28, you don't have to wait it out in hopes that the price will drop further on Friday.

SEE ALSO: Streaming just got cheaper: Score Black Friday deals on HBO Max, Apple TV, Disney+, Hulu, and more

We're live tracking the best Black Friday deals on TVs every day through Cyber Monday. Find our recommendations organized by retailer and size below, including a heads up if a highlighted model has already sold out at another retailer (in other words, grab it ASAP).

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

Best Black Friday deal on a small TV Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 32-inch 2-Series Smart Fire TV $99.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $50.00   Get Deal Why we like it

While this mini TV won't win any awards for its display, it has all the essentials you need in an extra TV. So, if you're looking for a TV for your bedroom, kitchen, or small apartment, consider this popular Amazon TV. It's hard to argue with a $99.99 price tag, which seems like a mistake in the era of inflation and tariffs. The 2-series uses the Fire TV OS to get you connected to streaming services like Apple TV and HBO Max, and it comes with an Alexa voice remote.

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

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

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

If you're not sure what size TV to get, we consider 65 inches to be the sweet spot for most folks. And our top pick for most people is TCL's QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV, thanks to its impressive brightness, stellar picture quality, contrast, shadow detail, and budget-conscious pricing.

"While this intensity of brightness makes the QM8K a solid choice for watching TV in daylight, its more-precise-than-usual backlights keep details crisp in a dark room. The new anti-halo effect is an effective fix for some of the blooming its predecessor experienced," Mashable's Leah Stodart notes. It's typically a $2,500 TV, but this Black Friday deal at Best Buy has dropped the cost of the 65-inch model down below $900. Amazon has the same model listed for $2 less, but as it comes from a third-party seller, we're more inclined to go with Best Buy.

SEE ALSO: If dark scenes are too dark on your TV, play around with these settings Best Black Friday 75-inch+ TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $697.99 at Amazon
$999.99 Save $302 Sold out at Walmart and Best Buy Get Deal Why we like it

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

Best Black Friday deal on The Frame Art TV Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED 4K Smart TV $897.99 at Amazon
$1,197.99 Save $300   Get Deal Why we like it

We think the 2025 edition of The Frame, Samsung's cult-favorite art TV, is probably the best TV of the year on balance. While you can find premium LG and Samsung OLEDs with better displays, they will cost a lot more, and they lack the cool factor you get with The Frame. This art TV is ultra-thin, blending perfectly into your home decor. It also has a very unique matte, anti-glare display. Often imitated but never equaled, The Frame is truly special, and this is one of the year's best Black Friday tech deals so far.

More Black Friday deals on art TVsBest OLED TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch S95F OLED 4K TV $2,299.99 at Best Buy
$3,299.99 Save $1,000 Comes with a free $100 gift card Get Deal Why we like it

While we do think the LG C5 is the best OLED TV you can buy right now, it's not necessarily the best Black Friday OLED TV deal. For example, the $1,399.99 "sale price" on the 65-inch C5 at Best Buy looks like an incredible deal until you realize that that TV has been $1,399.99 at Amazon since October. (Camelcamelcamel spills the price history tea once again.)

In terms of legit record-low discounts, the 65-inch Samsung S95F OLED's $1,000 discount is new for Black Friday, and you'll get a free $100 Best Buy gift card on top of that. The S95F is still one of our top OLED recommendations, mostly due to its anti-glare matte finish that's highly effective in bright rooms.

SEE ALSO: What is camelcamelcamel? Just our secret weapon for finding the lowest prices on Amazon. More Black Friday TV deals at Best Buy43-inch to 50-inch TVs55-inch TVs65-inch TVs75-inch TVs and upMore Black Friday TV deals at Walmart50- to 55-inch TVs65-inch TVs70-inch TVs and upMore Black Friday TV deals at Amazon43-inch TVs50- to 55-inch TVs65-inch TVs75-inch TVs and up85-inch TVs and up
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Tesla debunked by regulator over Full-Self Driving approval claim

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:18

Over the weekend, Tesla's official X account for the European market was elated over Dutch regulator RDW's approval of the company's Full Self-Driving driver-assistance system for the EU.

One problem. RDW says this isn't true. In an update, the regulator said it has not committed to giving Tesla approval regarding FSD. Also, they'd like Tesla fans to please stop contacting them about it, too.

"RDW has committed to granting Netherlands National approval in February 2026," read the celebratory yet apparently premature post from Tesla's X account. "Please contact them via link below to express your excitement & thank them for making this happen as soon as possible."

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And, as mentioned in its post, Tesla even provided a link to the regulator's contact page so Tesla fans could thank RDW.

On Monday, RDW posted a statement to its website specifically addressing the X post from Tesla. According to RDW, the regulator did put together a schedule alongside Tesla, which states the company must show that FSD Supervised meets the regulatory safety requirements in February 2026. RDW specifies that while it won't divulge specific details, Tesla is aware of what it needs to demonstrate in order for FSD to be approved at that time.

Furthermore, it appears Tesla fans did contact RDW regarding FSD approval, as the regulator had to specifically request that Tesla supporters stop calling and wasting their time. RDW also explicitly mentions in its statement that any contact with the regulator from Tesla fans will have no influence on RDW's decision regarding FSD approval, as a decision will be purely dependent on road safety concerns.

So, was the Tesla post an attempt to pressure RDW into giving Tesla the approval it desires?

As Bloomberg points out, Musk's statements during Tesla's annual shareholders meeting earlier this month strongly point to that possibility.

“Pressure from our customers in Europe to push the regulators to approve would be appreciated,” Musk said in the meeting.

Despite rolling out Full Self-Driving in the U.S. and a few other countries years ago, Tesla has not been able to do so in Europe. According to Elon Musk's EV company, Tesla's "main path to success is partnering with the Dutch approval authority RDW to gain exemption for the feature." According to TechCrunch, approval with RDW is a critical first step toward wider approval throughout the EU.

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85+ Black Friday deals: We found record-low prices on AirPods, MacBooks, Samsung TVs, Kindles, and Ninja appliances

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:17
Best Black Friday deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 (Save $150 at Amazon) Get Deal Best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $299 (Save $500 at Amazon) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Narwal Freo Z10 Ultra $799.99 at Amazon (Save $500 at Amazon) Get Deal Best fitness tracker deal Oura Ring 4 $349 (Save $150) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 65-inch U6 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $547.99 (Save $300 at Amazon) Get Deal Best content-creator deal DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX) $66 (save $53) Get Deal Best power station deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station $349 (Save $450 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle $79.99 (Save $30) Get Deal Best AirPods Deal Apple AirPods 4 $79.99 (save $49.01) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 (save $20) Get Deal

We're officially back in Black Friday season, folks.

Though Black Friday falls on Nov. 28 this year, all the big retailers have already kicked off their sales. Best Buy dropped early deals and doorbusters starting Oct. 31, and Target started its first holiday savings event on Nov. 6. Now, both Walmart and Amazon have joined the fray, delivering record prices on AirPods, Apple Watches, Kindles, Legos, Ninja appliances, and Samsung TVs. We've spotted plenty more Black Friday-worthy deals that you can shop now to get ahead of your holiday shopping list or pick out something nice for yourself. With any luck, your packages will arrive before the turkey is done.

Keep checking back for the latest Black Friday deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and beyond. The major players have special daily deals you won't want to miss.

Best Black Friday Apple deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon
$999 Save $250   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

The 13-inch MacBook Air is down to a record-low price of $749 for Black Friday this year. This is our favorite laptop for students, thanks to its M4 silicon and slim design. This markdown is so good that even if it does happen to drop lower for Cyber Monday (and we're not counting on it), you still score a great deal without waiting for shopping chaos later this week.

More Apple deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $649 at Best Buy
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $250   Get Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Walmart
$249 Save $29.01 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 (without ANC) $69 at Amazon
$129 Save $60   Get Deal Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) $99.99 at Amazon
$179 Save $79.01 Selling out fast! Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart
$239 Save $100 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $399.99 at Best Buy
$549 Save $149.01   Get Deal Apple AirTag $17.97 at Amazon
$29 Save $11.03   See It at Amazon See It at Walmart See It at Best Buy Apple Airtags, 4-Pack $64.98 at Amazon
$99 Save $34.02   See It at Amazon See It at Walmart See It at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm, GPS) $349.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS + cellular) $249 at Walmart
$499 Save $250 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal 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 Best Black Friday headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $299 at Best Buy
$429 Save $130 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Why we like it

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 1) headphones.

The Bose QC Ultra headphones have long been some of our favorite noise-cancelling headphones. Even though Bose recently replaced them with a new Gen 2 model, the originals are still an excellent value for your money — especially at the record low price of $299.

More Black Friday headphones and earbuds deals Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-C710N Wireless Earbuds $78 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $51.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $199 at Bose
$299 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) $216 at Amazon
$299 Save $83 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Beats Fit Pro $149 at Amazon
$199 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Tune 670NC On-Ear Headphones $54.95 at Walmart
$109.95 Save $55   Get Deal Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $248 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $151.99 Lowest price ever 🔥 See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds $107.99 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $72.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones $27 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $52.99   Get Deal Best Black Friday robot vacuum deal Narwal Freo Z10 Ultra $799.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $500   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart sees Narwal's newest robot vacuum mop combo as a dupe for the $1,599.99 Roborock Saros 10R, our favorite robot vacuum of the year. Its edge cleaning is comparable thanks to dual spinning mopping pads that flex out from under the vacuum to scrub in corners and along walls. When mopping, the Freo Z10 Ultra ensures that it does a thorough job by taking a before-and-after picture of the spill, going back for another pass if necessary. The livestream pet camera is a bonus for homes with pets.

More robot vacuum and vacuum deals Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo $329.99 at Amazon
$699.99 Save $370   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $148 at Amazon
$299 Save $151 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy E20 3-in-1 $297.49 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $152.50 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba 105 $169 at Amazon
$219 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V12 Detect Slim $399.99 at Walmart
$729.99 Save $330 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Dyson Big Ball Turbinehead Canister Vacuum $229.99 at Walmart
$349.99 Save $120   Get Deal at Walmart Best Black Friday TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch U6 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $547.99 at Walmart
$847.99 Save $300 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

"If you're not sure what size TV to get, we consider 65 inches to be the sweet spot for most folks. While the Hisense U6 Mini LED QLED TV falls into the budget-friendly category, its specs don't scream 'budget' at all. It features a Mini LED backlight system, which means its uses smaller LEDs to deliver a brighter and more detailed picture. Plus, it packs a 144Hz native refresh rate, WiFi 6 connectivity, support for HDR in Dolby Vision, the Fire TV OS, and on-board Alexa. Our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) called it 'easily the brightest and most colorful budget-friendly TV we've tested.'" — Christina Buff, Mashable Contributor

More TV and streaming deals Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch F35-Series 4K HDR LED Smart Fire TV (2025) $169.99 at Best Buy
$329.99 Save $160 Doorbuster deal Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV 2-Series HD Smart Fire TV $99.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $50.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch Class Q6-Series QLED 4K TV $279.99 at Target
$449.99 Save $170   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 65-inch Pro Series Mini LED QLED 4K Smart TV $798.99 at Amazon
$1,199.99 Save $401   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch Class U6 Mini LED QLED TV $547.99 at Amazon
$847.99 Save $300 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS034 4K QLED Smart TV (2025) $897.99 at Amazon
$1,197.99 Save $300 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Samsung Get Deal at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense QD6 QLED 4K TV $199.99 at Best Buy
$329.99 Save $130   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch QN65 QLED 4K TV $448 at Walmart
$599.99 Save $151.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch S90F 4K OLED Smart TV (2025) $1,397.99 at Amazon
$1,997.99 Save $600 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $21.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $18.00 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick Plus 4K & HDR (2025) $29 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $10.99   Get Deal Best Black Friday fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Oura Oura Ring 4 $349 at Amazon
$499 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

One of our favorite health trackers, the Oura Ring, just got a major markdown ahead of Black Friday. Right now, score the Oura Ring 4 for 30% off. It's down to $349, saving you $150 off its $499 price tag. The Oura Ring 4 is our favorite smart ring at Mashable, providing holistic insights to help you manage stress and heart health.

More Black Friday deals on fitness trackers and smartwatches Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel Watch 4 $349.99 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $50 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Forerunner 265 Running Smartwatch $299.99 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch $119.95 at Amazon
$199.95 Save $80.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Whoop Whoop 5.0 $199 at Amazon
$239 Save $40   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Whoop Whoop MG $299 at Amazon
$359 Save $60   Get Deal Best Black Friday kitchen deal Ninja Slushi (88 ounce) $269.99 at Amazon
$369.99 Save $100   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

The Ninja Slushi is a blast in any season — frozen margs in any flavor you want when it's hot, apple cider slush or gingerbread frappé when it's chilly. (Mashable Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart loves her Slushi, and so do all of her friends.) A year after the first Slushi came out, Ninja released two larger capacity versions in a few fun colors. The 88-ounce model on sale for $269.99 at Amazon can make a slightly bigger batch than the original 72-ounce model, which is on sale for $249.99 at Walmart. $20 more for extra beverages and a chic green build? Sold. (If you want the purple one, it's $269.99 at Target.)

More Black Friday kitchen deals Nespresso Festive Vertuo Pop+ Coffee and Espresso Maker $129 at Amazon
$209.95 Save $80.95   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Our Place Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 at Our Place
$325 Save $50   Get 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 Opens in a new window Credit: All-Clad All-Clad HA1 13-piece Nonstick Cookware Set $489.99 at Amazon
$699.99 Save $210   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker $139.99 at Target
$209.99 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nutribullet Nutribullet Personal Blender $47.49 at Amazon
$71.99 Save $24.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami $179.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-quart Stand Mixer $349.95 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $150.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Crispi 3-in-1 portable air fryer $129 at Walmart
$149 Save $20 $30 cheaper than the 4-in-1 model Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dash Dash My Mug ice cream maker $29.99 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $15.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl $297.49 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $52.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Moccamaster Moccamaster 53928 Select Coffee Maker (10-cup) $239.99 at Amazon
$359 Save $119.01   Get Deal Best Black Friday home deal Opens in a new window Credit: Brooklinen Brooklinen's Black Friday Sale Score 25% off on Brooklinen bedding and bath linens. Get Deal Why we like it

The best Black Friday deal for the home is at Brooklinen. Right now, the brand is offering 25% off across its products. You can find Brooklinen's super-plush Turkish cotton bath towel bundle for just $107, saving you 30% off. All prices are as marked, so no discount code is needed.

More Black Friday home deals Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark StainForce Portable Stain Remover $149.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark NeverChange Air Purifier $139 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $40.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Casper Casper Original Pillow $60 at Amazon
$75 Save $15   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Casper Casper Hybrid Snow Pillow $144.90 at Amazon
$179 Save $34.10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ugg Ugg Adalee Faux Fur Throw Blanket $84.99 at Amazon
$108 Save $23.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Dyson Air Purifier $449.99 at Target
$549.99 Save $100   Get Deal Best Black Friday power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station $349 at Amazon
$799 Save $450 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

Some of the year's best Black Friday deals are in the power station category, where you'll find discounts of 56% or more. And for so many reasons, this Anker Solix power station is our top pick for holiday shoppers. In our review, Mashable contributor Lauren Allain wrote that the "Anker Solix C1000 portable power station nails performance, design, and versatility," awarding it a Mashable Choice Award. And now that it's at a record-low price at Amazon, it's never been easier to recommend.

More Black Friday power station deals EcoFlow River 2 $249 at Amazon
$449 Save $200   Get Deal at Amazon Bluetti Elite 200V2 $1,099 at Amazon
$2,299 Save $1,200   Get Deal at Amazon Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 portable power station $699 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $800 https://zdcs.link/z6DZMk See It at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station $348 at Amazon
$448.98 Save $100.98   Get Deal Best Black Friday outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Coleman Coleman Sundome Camping Tent $78.99 at Amazon
$117.99 Save $39   Get Deal Why we like it

Whether you're shopping for outdoor deals to replenish your own gear or get a gift for the outdoorsman in your life, the best deal we've spotted is on the Coleman Sundome tent. This four-person tent is weatherproof, designed to block out wind and rain, and keep you dry. It's down to $78.99 ahead of Black Friday, saving you $39 for 33% off its list price of $117.99.

More Black Friday outdoor deals Opens in a new window Credit: Yei Yeti Tundra 45 $265 at Yeti
$320 Save $55   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Rambler 42-ounce Tumbler $31.50 at Amazon
$45 Save $13.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Osprey Osprey Hikelite Backpack $99.95 at Amazon
  Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Coleman Coleman Instant Camping Tent $212.47 at Amazon
$271.49 Save $59.02   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Hopper M Series Soft Cooler $280 at Amazon
$350 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Titan Titan by Arctic Zone Deep Freeze Cooler $21.07 at Amazon
$46.99 Save $25.92   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LifeStraw LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $9.99 at Amazon
$14.95 Save $4.96   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja FrostVault 50-quart Cooler $199.95 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $50.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix EverFrost 2 (40-liter) $598.49 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $301.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nemo REI Black Friday Sale Score up to 40% off during REI's Black Friday sale. Shop sleeping bags, outdoor blankets, camping furniture, and more. Get Deal More Black Friday deals from Amazon

It's no surprise that some of the best Black Friday deals of 2025 come from Amazon, which officially kicked off its sale on Nov. 20. The Everything store is hosting record sales on Amazon devices like Kindles and Fire TVs, but also some of our favorite products from brands like DJI, Ninja, Yeti, and Samsung. Amazon is also a great place to stock up on Christmas gifts, stocking stuffers, and deals under $25.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX) $66 at Amazon
$119 Save $53   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bissell Bissell Little Green Mini Portable Carpet Cleaner $74.99 at Amazon
$94.99 Save $20   Get Deal Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet $94.99 at Amazon
$194.99 Save $100.00 Lowest price ever 🔥 See It at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11 inches (A16 Chip) $279
$349 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 55-inch Omni Series 4K QLED Smart Fire TV $349.99 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Orastone Orastone Electric Hand Warmers $15.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $14.00 Editor's pick ✅ Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: National Tree Company Pre-Lit 6.5-Foot Dunhill Fir Artificial Christmas Tree $179.98 at Amazon
$254.03 Save $74.05 Bonus coupon: Get Echo Pop & Amazon Smart Plug for $15 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Supreme Single Serve Coffee Maker $99 at Amazon
$189.99 Save $90.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Vitamix Vitamix 5200 Professional-Grade Blender $299.95 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $250.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Outdoor 4 wireless security cameras (5 cameras + sync module) $119.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $180   Get Deal Amazon Kindle Kids $94.99 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal at Amazon Amazon Echo Dot (2022 release) $31.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: GoPro GoPro Hero13 Black Ultra Wide Edition $369.99 at Amazon
$479.99 Save $110   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Nural $399 at Amazon
$549 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Rally Rally Orbital Massager $399 at Amazon
$499 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S VR Headset (128 GB) $249.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $50   Get Deal Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle $499 at Walmart
$1,049.66 Save $550.66 Editor's pick ✅ See It at Walmart See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Screenshot: Amazon Prime Video Buy movies and save up to 50% Get Deal More Black Friday deals from Walmart

As in years past, Walmart+ members get access to the best Black Friday deals, and you can either sign up for a free trial or get 50% off a membership. With the start of its official Black Friday sales event on Nov. 25, the original Everything Store has even more great deals on video games, kitchen gadgets, Legos, and even Dyson vacuums than we saw leading up to the sale.

Opens in a new window Credit: Alienware Alienware 16-Inch Aurora Gaming Laptop (Intel Core 7-240H, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050) $1,128 at Walmart
$1,249.99 Save $121.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 Console + NBA 2K26 $499.99 at Walmart
  Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars and The Mandalorian Gift Set $45 at Walmart
$62.97 Save $17.97   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Wicked Welcome to Emerald City Building Set $78.99 at Walmart
$99.99 Save $21   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Borderlands 4 $54.97 at Walmart
$69.99 Save $15.02   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Magic Bullet Magic Bullet Essential Blender $15 at Walmart
$39.99 Save $24.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar $35.99 at Walmart
$44.99 Save $9   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Flex $30.01 at Walmart
$69.95 Save $39.94   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo Series 35S $459.99 at Walmart
$749.99 Save $290   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 at Walmart
$499 Save $121   Get Deal More Black Friday deals from Best Buy

Best Buy has an interesting Black Friday system: It's been dropping new doorbusters every single Friday since Halloween. Some of those deals have stuck around, and some are fleeting. For inspiration, you can check out the Best Buy Black Friday ad scan, but we've also collected the best Best Buy deals of the moment.

Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch F35 4K UHD HDR LED Smart Fire TV (2025) $169.99 at Best Buy
$329.99 Save $160 Doorbuster TV Deal Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch C5 OLED 4K TV $1,399.99 at Best Buy
$2,699.99 Save $1,300.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus Vivobook 14 (Intel Core 5 120U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $279.99 at Best Buy
$529.99 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Met Meta Quest 3S The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners bundle (128GB) $249 at Best Buy
$299 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: De'Longhi De'Longhi Classic Espresso Machine $149.95
$229.95 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bambu Lab Bambu Lab A1 Combo 3D printer $379.99 at Best Buy
$499.99 Save $120   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: GoPro GoPro HERO13 Action Camera Bundle $369.99 at Best Buy
$479.99 Save $110   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: SteelSeries SteelSeries Apex 9 Mini 60% Wired Gaming Keyboard $64.99
$129.99 Save $65.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G50D QHD Gaming Monitor $199.99 at Best Buy
$349.99 Save $150   Get Deal
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Intel might finally steal this feature from AMD chips

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:16

Intel has so far chosen to avoid adding one key feature AMD has been using for years to increase the performance of its chips—a larger L3 cache, which actually results in a tangible performance increase in games. This might finally change soon.

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The top 5 beauty deals of Black Friday, sourced by someone who tests beauty tech

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:09

One of the biggest advantages of being a beauty tech product tester is that I get to see firsthand if the latest multi-styler, hair dryer, or microcurrent device is worth the hype.

Combined with the experience of covering Black Friday deals for the past four years, I feel particularly well prepared to determine which beauty savings are actually worth picking up during the shopping holiday. Spoiler alert: not everything with a markdown is an exceptional deal. Plus, as someone with plenty of experience testing out the high-end products (aka basically Dyson's entire lineup) against the many dupes they inspire and seeing the latter perform well in many cases, I especially advise against adding something to your cart simply because it has the higher price tag or more recognizable brand name.

SEE ALSO: Everything to know about Black Friday 2025: Best early deals, sale dates, price matching, and more

With that in mind, I've gathered the top five beauty deals from Black Friday that I've spotted so far. Find my recs (and some buying advice) below:

Dyson Supersonic Nural

I'll be the first person to say that while the Supersonic is my favorite hair tool from Dyson, it's also probably overpriced for most people, especially with all the great dupes out there (more on that below). That said, it is a nice luxury upgrade. If you're determined to pick one up this Black Friday, skip the $379 standard Supersonic and spend the extra $20 to get the Supersonic Nural on sale for $379. It has better variation in the attachments, automatic temperature adjustment with some attachments, and a much better (and more unique) diffuser. If you're interested in the Nural but that sounds too expensive, you can also grab a refurbished one at Walmart for $209.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Nural $399 at Amazon
$549 Save $150   Get Deal Dyson Airwrap i.d.

To be honest, I was slightly underwhelmed by the Airwrap when I first tested it out — the tech was cool, but not as easy to use as social media would have you believe. Plus, the curling barrels gave my hair more of a blown-out than truly curled look, and it fell by the end of the day. With the Dyson Airwrap i.d., the brand has addressed these issues. One of the curling barrels has a tapered design, which helped me achieve tighter, prettier, and longer-lasting curls. The other piece of the puzzle was the automatic temperature changing you can activate directly through the tool or via the Dyson app, which adjusts the heat as the hair wraps, holds around the barrel, and gets hit with the cool shot for a set amount of time. Though I anticipated it might feel gimmicky, it made styling feel way less effortful on my part.

The OG Airwrap used to go for $599 at full price, and the Airwrap i.d. is $649. However, this deal takes it down to $499.99, the same sale price found on the original Airwrap during shopping holidays (including this time around). This is still a hefty price, so if curling your hair is still a priority, I recommend checking out the T3 Aire 360 — the ceramic barrels help create and lock in curls.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Airwrap i.d. $499.99 at Amazon
$649.99 Save $150   Get Deal Shark FlexStyle

The Shark FlexStyle is the original Airwrap dupe, and still stands out as one of the best. The performance is similar enough to the Airwrap that it's what I tell my friends and family to buy when they ask whether or not they should buy a Dyson Airwrap. Multiple Mashable shopping reporters and editors have purchased the tool for themselves, and all of them sing its praises. The main difference between the Shark and the more expensive tool is that you won't get the fancy heat-adjusting cycle of the Airwrap i.d., and you have to switch out the curling barrel to change the direction of the curl. (Though as a tip, you can just flip the styler upside down to easily change the direction of the curl without changing the barrel.) For $199, it's by far the best value multi-styler. And if you want a more curated version, Shark is also offering the build-your-own model, which allows you to pick four attachments for $179.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexStyle $199 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $150.99   Get Deal Laifen Swift hair dryer

Remember what I said about Dyson Supersonic dupes being worth a look? Enter: the Laifen Swift SE, one of the best Dyson dupes I've tried. It's lightweight, powerful, relatively quiet (as far as hair dryers go), and hasn't crapped out on me after years of use. And at the sale price of $97.99, it's a fraction of the cost of the Supersonic. It comes with basic attachments that do the job well. You can also pick up an even cheaper model of the dryer, the Swift SE Lite, for $59.99. It's slightly less powerful, with a shiny plastic casing (as compared to the matte one found on the regular Swift, but if you blow-dry your hair less often or simply want a more bargain option, it's also a great choice.

Opens in a new window Credit: Laifen Laifen Swift $97.99 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $42.00   Get Deal Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion bundle

This bundle of the Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion is for the skincare and hair devotees. After three months of testing out the Shark CryoGlow mask, Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart determined that "Shark's face mask visibly proved its worth in my skincare routine, and I'd recommend it to just about anyone." The mask features red, blue, and infrared light, allowing it to target acne, dark circles, fine lines, and uneven texture. Even at its full price of $349.99, it's one of the more reasonably priced red light masks on the market. The FlexFusion is designed to be just as much of a workhorse, designed to be used with both wet and dry hair, for straightening, volumizing, and curling. On its own, the configuration of the FlexFusion in this bundle amounts to $349.99, meaning you save about $200 with this bundle.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion bundle $499.99 at Amazon
$699.98 Save $199.99   Get Deal
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Character.AI debuts choose-your-own-adventure Stories for teens

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:03

Character.AI is rolling out a new narrative feature called Stories, a visual, choose-your-own-adventure format that lets users stitch together short interactive tales starring their favorite characters. On paper, it’s a fun, image-driven update, but it’s also Character.AI’s first major attempt to rebuild the experience for teens after shutting down open-ended chats for users under 18 after intense scrutiny, lawsuits, and widespread safety concerns.

Stories, according to the company, are a "structured, visual, multi-path format" meant to give teens a safe way to keep engaging creatively with the platform without the risks that came with freeform chat. The new mode allows users to select two or three characters, choose a genre, write or auto-generate a premise, and then make choices as the story unfolds. It’s replayable, designed for sharing, and built around user-generated worlds. And importantly, Character.AI positions it as a tool "built for all users — especially teens."

This pivot didn’t come out of nowhere. Last month, Mashable reported that Character.AI would "no longer permit under-18 account holders to have open-ended conversations with chatbots," citing the company’s own admission that open chat poses unresolved risks for younger users. CEO Karandeep Anand called the decision "bold," insisting it wasn’t tied to any one scandal, but to broader questions about the use of youth chatbots.

But of course, this followed a wave of lawsuits, including wrongful-death cases and claims from parents who said their children had been sexually groomed or traumatized by explicit bot interactions.

Our reporting earlier this year extensively documented these harms. Teens encountered chatbots that acted out sexualized role-play, simulated assault, and urged them to hide conversations from parents — behavior that one parent described as "like a perfect predator."

SEE ALSO: Character.AI to shut down chats for teens

Safety advocates and attorneys told Mashable that if a human adult had initiated the kinds of sexual exchanges found on Character.AI, it would clearly constitute grooming or abuse. Experts warned that young users often don’t realize they’re being manipulated, and that the emotional fallout can mirror trauma from real-world exploitation.

Against that backdrop, Stories could appear to some as Character.AI’s attempt to reengineer the product around its youngest users, especially after limiting their chats to two hours a day and announcing a full shutdown of teen open-ended chat access after Nov. 25.

SEE ALSO: I 'dated' Character.AI's popular boyfriends, and parents should be worried

By giving teens a guided, genre-driven sandbox filled with branching choices instead of freeform chat, Character.AI is trying to thread an impossible needle: Keep young users invested in the platform while addressing concerns about safety, trust, and its own role in the emotional dependencies some teens developed.

The company promises Stories won’t recycle sensitive or previously undetected content from old chats. In the months ahead, the company has plans for more teen-friendly "AI entertainment" features like gaming.

Safety advocates remain cautious. As one told Mashable back in October, the company’s new safeguards are a "positive sign" but also "an admission that Character AI’s products have been inherently unsafe for young users from the beginning."

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Why the Volkswagen Tiguan offers strong value compared to the Toyota RAV4

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:00

Crossovers like the Toyota RAV4 have long dominated the market, but there’s one model quietly offering more value than most shoppers realize. The Volkswagen Tiguan often flies under the radar, yet its blend of space, refinement, and pricing makes it a compelling alternative for anyone considering the segment’s best-sellers. For buyers focused on practicality and long-term value, it may deliver more than expected.

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Save $2,500 on the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra — the ultimate Black Friday power station deal

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:00

SAVE $2,500: The EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra is on sale for $3,799 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's the lowest-ever price for this model

Opens in a new window Credit: EF EcoFlow EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra $3,799 at Amazon
$6,299 Save $2,500   Get Deal

We're scanning the web for the best deals on Apple products, big-screen TVs, and robot vacuums over Black Friday. We also take great pride in finding you budget-friendly deals for under $25 and under $50. This is not one of these deals. This is at the other end of the spectrum.

The EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra is on sale for $3,799 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $2,500 off and the lowest-ever price for this model. We've already seen a bunch of impressive deals on power stations over Black Friday, but this might be the best of the bunch. It's over $2,000 off for goodness sake.

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Now for the technical stuff. This is a big purchase, after all.

The Delta Pro Ultra is a whole house generator that includes an inverter and a battery. One inverter supports 120V and 240V and has a massive 7,200W output, allowing you to run almost any heavy household appliance in an emergency. One battery of 6kWh can be fully recharged in two hours. That's "faster than any other 6kWh solar generator," according to EF EcoFlow.

Save over $2,000 on the EF EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

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Go big on Black Friday — the 3 best Black Friday deals on huge 100-inch TVs

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 23:00
The best Black Friday 100-inch TV deals at a glance: Best TV for Movies Hisense 100-inch Class QD6 Series $1,299.99 (save $700) Get Deal Best TV for Live Sport Hisense 100-Inch U7 Mini-LED ULED TV $2,197.99 (save $1,300) Get Deal Best TV for Gaming Sony Bravia 5 98-Inch TV $3,998 (save $1,001.99) Get Deal

Black Friday and huge, discounted TVs go hand-in-hand. It’s a tale as old as time. And by huge, we’re talking whopper-sized smart TVs with all the latest spec and features. In this case, TVs that measure a full 100 inches (or thereabouts). It’s the kind of TV that takes you to another plane of reality, whether you’re immersed in a movie, game, or live sporting event.

There are a number of 100-inch TVs on sale at Amazon for Black Friday. So here’s a quick roundup of the best models and biggest savings.

The best Black Friday TV deal for movies Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 100-inch Class QD6 Series $1,299.99 at Amazon
$1,999.99 Save $700   Get Deal Why we like it

The Hisense 100-inch Class QD6 Series is perhaps best described as the entry level model in this roundup — if indeed there’s such a thing as an entry level 100-inch TV. It uses QLED screen technology, with support for more eye-popping tech — Dolby Vision, 4K upscaling, AI smooth motion, and a billion shades of color. It also has Gaming Mode Pro, with gaming specific refresh rate of 144Hz, plus a Filmmaker Mode that optimises movies so they’re seen the way the filmmakers intended. It runs on the popular Fire TV operating system and has an Alexa remote for voice assistant control. And it currently has a major discount of $700 for Black Friday.

The best Black Friday TV deal for sport Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 100-Inch U7 Mini-LED ULED TV $2,197.99 at Amazon
$3,497.99 Save $1,300   Get Deal Why we like it

The Hisense 100-inch U7 Mini-LED ULED is a step up from the above TV, both in terms of spec and Black Friday discount. With a massive saving of $1,300 it represents even more value than the cheaper model. It’s built with ULED screen technology — which is Hisense’s own version of QLED — and has a souped up refresh rate of 165Hz, plus AI-powered image optimizing, Dolby Atmos, and an anti-reflection display for comfortable all-day viewing. It also throws Game Ultra and Filmmaker modes into what is already a monster package. 

The best Black Friday TV deal for gaming Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony Bravia 5 98-Inch $3,998 at Amazon
$4,999.99 Save $1,001.99   Get Deal Why we like it

OK, so the Sony Bravia 5 98-inch is two inches short of the full 100, though you’ll hardly notice when the TVs are this massive. And what it lacks in a couple of inches it makes up for in spec. This is the biggest model from Sony’s flagship Bravia range. Powered by the Google TV operating system and Mini-LED display technology, it’s made for the full home cinema experience, featuring access to the largest selection of IMAX Enhanced movies you'll find via the Sony Pictures Core app. An XR processor uses AI to tweak and optimize every frame. In other words, this TV looks incredible.

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The Home Depot is giving away free cordless tools for Black Friday: See the top BOGO deals

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 22:31
Top Black Friday cordless tool deals at a glance: Best Free Tool Deal Dewalt Atomic 20V Max Cordless Impact Wrench $199 (free tool with purchase) Get Deal Best Amazon Deal Dewalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill Driver Set $119 (save $60) Shop Now Best Lowes Deal Kobalt 24V 1/2-in Keyless Brushless Cordless Drill $79 (save $70) Get Deal

Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy get a lot of attention for their annual Black Friday sales, but we're here to put some respect on the Home Depot's name. Just like last year, the Home Depot is giving away free cordless tools with eligible purchases in an epic BOGO promotion. As part of this buy-one-get-one sale, you can pick up a cordless drill, an extra battery and charger pack, a cordless leaf blower, a circular saw, and tons more tools with your purchase. The extra tool is absolutely free.

All you have to do is pick out a qualifying "main item" and the free tool of your choice will be included in your order. A ton of top-rated Ryobi, Dewalt, and Milwaukee products are available as freebies in this promotion. Here's an example of how it works: Add the Milwaukee Cordless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit to your cart, and then you'll be able to select a free gift with purchase. Options include a $200 portable tire inflator, a $279 nail gun, or a $199 reciprocating saw, also from Milwaukee.

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

In total, more than 123 popular cordless tools and power tool combo kits are included in the Home Depot's Black Friday BOGO sale. We've included some standout cordless tool deals, as well as the best competitor deals from other retailers, below.

Best BOGO deal from the Home Depot Opens in a new window Credit: Dewalt Dewalt Atomic 20V Max Cordless Impact Wrench $199 at The Home Depot
$438 Save $239 Free tool with purchase Get Deal Why we like it

An impact wrench is a clutch tool to have on hand for a variety of DIY jobs around the house (from assembling furniture to building a whole-ass patio) to car repairs. This well-reviewed model from Dewalt is sporting a 55% discount at Home Depot — one of the heftiest price drops you'll see on a power tool this Black Friday — and it comes with a free tool of your choice.

More BOGO free cordless tool deals from the Home DepotMore power tool deals from the Home DepotEven more Black Friday deals on cordless tools

Black Friday deals on cordless tools are just as valuable to the average non-handy person as they are to DIY experts. Just imagine being able to mount your new TV on the wall without begging a friend with a drill to come over. Or being able to assemble a new piece of furniture with an Allen wrench drill bit instead of twisting the entire thing by hand.

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

Besides the Home Depot's BOGO sale, we've found a ton more Black Friday deals on cordless power tools at Amazon, Lowe's, and Best Buy.

Best Black Friday power tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dewalt Dewalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill Driver Set $119 at Amazon
$179 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

This is a classic Black Friday deal that DIY-ers have counted on for years. Even if you're not a DIY expert, a cordless drill can make you feel like one. From assembling furniture to hanging up mirrors or mounting TVs, a cordless drill like this is an essential if you own your own home.

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Black Friday: SharkNinja is giving away high-value free gifts just for buying these Shark or Ninja gadgets on sale

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 22:26
A look at the best Shark and Ninja deals that come with free gifts Best vacuum deal Shark Cordless PowerDetect Clean & Empty System with free steam mop $399.99 (save $150 plus $79 value for free) Get Deal Best hair tool deal Shark Glam Wet and Dry multi styler with free Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Compact Pro $349.99 (save $100 plus $129 value for free) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Ninja Slushi with free travel tote and four free insulated margarita cups $269.99 (save $80 plus $149 value for free) Get Deal

Black Friday deals on Shark and Ninja appliances aren't hard to find. Any of the big retailers like Amazon or Target have at least one or two. But there's a major incentive to shop those Black Friday deals directly from the SharkNinja website instead: On top of matching those sale prices, SharkNinja is giving away a ton of free gifts with your purchase of popular gadgets like the Shark Glam, the Ninja Slushi or Ninja Crispi, or a Shark vacuum. Most are Mashable-backed items that we've tested and recommended even at full price.

And these aren't lousy little gifts like a free dustbin bag or free cleaning brush. The free gifts are also high-value Shark or Ninja products themselves, with most ranging in value from $79 to $169. Think free Shark NeverChange air purifier or free Ninja Blast blender — maybe something you were thinking of buying anyway, or maybe the perfect gift for someone on your list.

Here's a quick rundown of the best Ninja and Shark deals with the best free gifts:

Best Shark Black Friday deal with a freebie Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Cordless PowerDetect Clean & Empty System $399.99
$549.99 Save $150 Free steam mop ($79 value) Get Deal Why I like it

Though I'd opt for a Dyson with a laser for vacuuming hard floors, this Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum is the best stick vacuum for pet hair on carpet that I've ever used even compared to the best Dysons. You can feel how tenacious the suction power is as you push it across the floor (or is it pulling you?)

The PowerDetect auto-empties its own dustbin every time you hang it back up to charge. Not only does this get you off the hook from emptying it yourself every day, but it means that every cleaning session starts with a clean slate — so you'll see proof of how much gunk was sucked up specifically from the room at hand.

The Shark Cordless PowerDetect is on sale for $399.99, matching its sale price at Amazon. That's already a phenomenal discount on a self-emptying stick vacuum, but grabbing the deal at SharkNinja directly is the only way you'll get a free $79 steam mop.

SEE ALSO: After 3 months and visible results, the Shark LED mask is a staple in my skincare routine More Shark and Ninja deals that come with free gifts Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged robot vacuum $699.99
$1,199.99 Save $500 Free UltraCyclone Pro handheld vacuum ($89 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Glam Wet and Dry Hair Styler $349.99
$449.99 Save $100 Free Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Compact Pro ($129 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer Cooking System $159.99
$179.99 Save $20 Free spatula and Crispi container ($48 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Slushi (88 ounce) $269.99
$349.99 Save $80 Free insulated margarita cups (4) and travel tote bag ($149 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja NeverDull 17-piece Premium Knife System $229.99
$399.99 Save $170 Free Ninja Blast blender ($64) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Luxe Café Premier Series Espresso Machine Drip Coffee Maker & Cold Brew Machine $499.99
$599.99 Save $100 Free Sip Perfect travel mugs (2) and free Knock Box ($122 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Max $279.99
$399.99 Save $120 Free FlexBreeze HydroGo portable fan ($149 value) Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja FrenchDoor Premier Air Fryer Convection Oven $229.99
$279.99 Save $50 Free wireless thermometer ($99 value) Get Deal
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The 25 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 22:21

Advent calendars are some of our favorite Christmas gifts, and with Black Friday coming up fast, you're running out of time to order. Already, some of the season's most popular Advent calendars have gone out of stock, but there are still plenty of festive countdowns available.

Our favorite Advent calendars: Best Skincare Advent Calendar Kiehl's Advent Calendar 2025 $152 (save $140) Get Deal Best Beauty Advent Calendar Sephora Premium Makeup & Skincare Advent Calendar Gift Set $65.60 (save $178.50) Get Deal Best Lego Advent Calendar Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 $35.99 (save $9) Get Deal BEST FOOD COUNTDOWN Bonne Maman Advent Calendar $54.99 Get Deal BEST FOR CROCS LOVERS Crocs Holiday Advent Calendar 2025 $25 (save $24.99) Get Deal Best for Kids Bluey Mini Figures 2025 Christmas Advent Calendar $15.99 (save $6) Get Deal

Even better, thanks to the best early Black Friday deals, you can find popular Advent calendars from top brands like Kiehl's and Williams-Sonoma on sale. Not every calendar will be on sale, but the best ones still represent a great deal, as they let you enjoy hundreds of dollars' worth of products for a lot less than you'd usually pay.

So, whether you're looking for the best beauty Advent calendars, calendars for kids, or something more traditional, we've gathered them all up into one place for you. Keep checking back as we approach Black Friday, as we'll keep adding more products as they go on sale — and crossing off the ones that go out of stock.

The best Advent Calendar to buy during Black Friday Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 $35.99 at Walmart
$44.99 Save $9   Get Deal Why we like it

This Lego Christmas playset comes with 24 toys in total, and it's packed with easter eggs for Star Wars fans, young and old. (BB-8 as a snowman? A Jawa in a holiday sweater? Say less.) Adults can certainly enjoy Advent calendars, but we're not sure we can enjoy them quite as much as a kid eagerly awaiting the arrival of Santa Claus.

Even more Advent Calendars on sale Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Harry Potter 2025 Advent Calendar $31.49 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $13.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ferrero Rocher Ferrero Collection Holiday Advent Calendar 2025 $26.57 at Amazon
  Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Urban Outfitters Urban Outfitters Exclusive Beauty Advent Calendar $50 at Urban Outfitters
$160 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Kiehl's Kiehl's Advent Calendar 2025 $152 at Kiehl's
$292 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Sephora Sephora Premium Makeup & Skincare Advent Calendar Gift Set $66.50 at Sephora
$95 Save $28.50 $245 value Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bonne Maman Bonne Maman Advent Calendar $54.99 at Bonne Maman
  Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Crocs Crocs Holiday Advent Calendar 2025 $25 at Crocs
$49.99 Save $24.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bluey Store Bluey Mini Figures 2025 Christmas Advent Calendar $15.99 at Amazon
$21.99 Save $6.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Williams-Sonoma Williams-Sonoma Christmas Popcorn Advent Calendar $47.97 at Williams-Sonoma
$79.95 Save $31.98   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bluey Store Bluey: Awesome Advent Calendar Book Bundle $19.60 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $10.39   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Funko Funko Pop! Countdown Calendar: The Nightmare Before Christmas $42.49 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $7.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: National Geographic National Geographic Gemstone Advent Calendar 2025 $20.49 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $9.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dermstore Dermstore 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar $210
$300 Save $90 $888 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Insight Editions Wicked For Good: The Official Advent Calendar - 25 Days of Surprises $24.49 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $10.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Onyx Coffee Lab Onyx Coffee Lab 2025 Advent Calendar $220 at Onyx Coffee Lab
  Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Neiman Marcus Neiman Marcus 25 Days of Beauty Holiday Advent Calendar $225 at Neiman Marcus
  Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig 24 Cups of Cheer Advent Calendar $19.99 at Keurig
$29.99 Save $10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Credo Credo Beauty Vault Advent Calendar $140 at Credo
$175 Save $35 $416 value Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ulta Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Advent Calendar $39.99 at Ulta
  Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peppa Pig Store Peppa Pig George's Party Advent Calendar $11.69 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $13.30   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Tea Forte Tea Forte Advent Calendar $49 at Amazon
$70 Save $21   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Palais Des Thés Palais Des Thés Advent Calendar $27.93 at Amazon
$39.90 Save $11.97   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: L'Occitane L'Occitane Advent Calendar $135 at Amazon
$238.50 value Shop Now Opens in a new window Credit: E.l.f. E.l.f. Sleigh the Holidays Advent Calendar $95 at Amazon
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Buying RAM right now is a mistake, even on Black Friday

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 22:00

Are you enamored with the idea of scoring insane deals and buying new PC components this Black Friday? Now might be a decent time to buy a GPU or CPU, but you should pump the brakes on that hot RAM deal you might have found.

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Best gift ideas for the woman in your life that are more than just another bathrobe

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 21:50

Buying gifts for the special woman in your life can be tricky. What do you buy a person who has everything? What should you gift to someone who's picky about their products? Our advice is to curate a gift according to her interests and personality.

A gift for the lady in your life should be just that: A gift for her. Part of our bigger series on the Best Gifts For Everyone, we’ve put together this comprehensive list to guide you on your important mission. And if it happens to be a teen girl you're shopping for, then we have a list for that, too.

So whether she's a techie, runner, or pet owner, these are the best gifts for her.

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The best early Black Friday book deals to add to your cart

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 21:31
The best early Black Friday book deals: Best overall Buy one, get one 50% off books Select hardcovers and paperbacks Get Deal Best hardcover book deal "The Women" by Kristin Hannah $12.51 (save $17.59) Get Deal Best paperback deal "Final Girls" by Riley Sager $7.12 (save $11.88) Get Deal Best Kindle book deal "All Her Fault" by Andrea Mara $0.99 (save $4) Get Deal

If you're looking to stack your TBR list for cozy season — or help someone else stack theirs — it's time to get going. Although Black Friday is technically on Nov. 28, there are plenty of book deals you can shop early.

While I'm still not overly impressed by Kindle edition and hardcover deals, there are some pretty impressive discounts on paperbacks that are already live. I compared the prices with those from Amazon's October Prime Day and only included titles that are worthy of the "Black Friday deal" stamp. I'll be keeping an eye out for new deals to drop as we get closer to Black Friday proper — particularly on some of 2025's bestsellers and BookTok favorites. But for now, I've rounded up some of the top early Black Friday book deals you can already add to your cart.

Also of note: Amazon is offering three months of Kindle Unlimited for only 99 cents (save $35.97) and three months of Audible Premium Plus for 99 cents per month plus a $20 credit (save $41.88) to new and returning subscribers. Kindle devices are also chilling at new all-time low prices (be sure to check out our e-reader expert's top picks). You can follow along with all of the best deals in Mashable's Black Friday hub.

Best early Black Friday book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Buy one, get one 50% off books Select hardcovers and paperbacks Get Deal Why we like it

Most of the books on Goodreads' and Amazon's top books of 2025 lists haven't gotten the deal treatment yet. Sure, they're slightly discounted, but I think they can do better. In the meantime, the best way you can save some money on some of this year's bestsellers and BookTok favorites is with this BOGO deal at Amazon. With over 1,000 included titles, you'll save 50% on one book when you purchase two from the list of select hardcovers and paperbacks. Some notable titles included in the list are Buckeye by Patrick Ryan, Broken County by Clare Leslie Hall, The Names by Florence Knapp, and Heart the Lover by Lily King. To secure the savings, just add any two titles from the sale page to your cart, and the offer will automatically be applied at checkout.

Paperback book dealsHardcover book dealsCookbook dealsKindle book dealsBest Book Nook deals Opens in a new window Credit: Rolife Riolife Silent Corner Study Book Nook $31.99 at Amazon
$43.99 Save $12.00   Get Deal Why we like it

For book lovers, extensive shelves of books isn't enough. To make your bookshelves even homier, get a book nook to add a little ambiance. These DIY sets create adorable little scenes that slide right into your shelf. This Silent Corner Study by Rolife is a delightful craft that you get to keep on display after all your hard work. It's now 27% off ahead of Black Friday, down to $31.99, saving you $12.

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50+ Walmart Black Friday deals: Walmart has gone live with Lego, Dyson vacuums, AirPods at record-low prices

Mashable - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 21:12

Walmart's official Black Friday sale runs between Nov. 25 and Nov. 30. We've combed through the latest drop of doorbusters, compared the options to competitors, and have handpicked a list of the worthwhile Walmart Black Friday deals to snag — before they sell out.

Walmart's Black Friday deals at a glance: GET ALL THE PERKS 1-Year Walmart+ Membership $49 (Save $49) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods 4 69 (save $60.99) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 (save $121) Get Deal Best Stick Vacuum Deal Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner $399.99 (save $330) Get Deal Best PlayStation deal PlayStation 5 Slim Disc Console (1TB) $449 (save $100.99) Get Deal BEST KITCHEN DEAL Magic Bullet Essential Blender with To-Go Lid $15 (save $24.99) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop $459.99 (save $290) Get Deal Best laptop deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549 (save $100) Get Deal Best Carpet Cleaner Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner $78.97 (save $44.62) Get Deal

Walmart is no longer in early Black Friday mode. The retailer's official Black Friday sale kicked off on Tuesday, Nov. 25 — which feels early until you remember that Target's official sale started on Nov. 23, and Best Buy's even earlier on Nov. 20. Walmart definitely brings the doorbusters to make up for that time, though: We're already seeing some jaw-dropping record-low prices, like the Apple AirPods 4 on sale for $69, the M1 MacBook Air for $549, the Lego Star Wars Executor Super Star Destroyer for $40, and Magic Bullets for just $15 a pop.

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

We're keeping daily tabs on Walmart's Black Friday sale through its online-only Cyber Monday sale on Dec. 1:

Best Walmart Black Friday TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 at Walmart
$499 Save $121   Get Deal Why we like it

Walmart officially has the cheapest 75-inch QLED TV of Black Friday so far. The 75-inch Hisense H5 QLED TV bumps the previous winner (the $399.99 75-inch Insignia QF QLED at Amazon) to second place by $20 and some change. If you're a Roku TV person over a Fire TV person anyway, this Hisense is such a no-brainer upgrade. Compared to a regular LED TV, the QLED difference in brightness and color saturation will be palpable the first time you try to watch anything in a sunlit room.

More Black Friday TV deals at Walmart43 inches and under50 to 55 inches65 inches75 inches85 inches and upBlack Friday gaming console deals at WalmartBest laptop deal 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 Why we like it

The M1 MacBook Air is the cheapest Apple laptop we recommend. It's quiet, sleek, super portable, and way faster than similarly priced Chromebooks. Walmart almost always has it on sale for $599 (regularly $649), so we were looking for an even deeper Black Friday discount. Our wish was granted: It's now just $549, or 15% off.

More Black Friday laptop deals at WalmartBest headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69 at Walmart
$129 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

This AirPods deal is keeping us on our toes. We were already satisfied when Walmart dropped the AirPods 4 to a record low of $79.99 on Nov. 20, but as of Nov. 25, another $10.99 has been shaved off. How often do you get to say that the latest (non-Pro) AirPods are almost 50% off? Almost never, so bag these before they disappear.

More earbuds and headphones deals Best robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop $459.99 at Walmart
$749.99 Save $290   Get Deal Why we like it

Roborock is quickly replacing iRobot as the most reliable robot vacuum brand. The brand made some of our favorite robot vacuums of the year, and this Qrevo Series self-emptier boasts 10,000 Pa of suction and the ability to mop your floors.

More Black Friday vacuum deals at WalmartBest deal on toys and games Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 $35.99 at Walmart
$44.99 Save $9   Get Deal Why we like it

This is the time of year to snag Advent calendars while they're 1) on sale and 2) still in stock. This set comes with tons of mini figures and toys Star Wars fans will love. Can you say BB-8 as a snowman, or Jawa wearing an ugly Christmas sweater? You won't find this Black Friday Advent calendar deal at Amazon.

More Walmart Black Friday deals on toys and gamesBest Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm) $249 at Walmart
$399 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple recently replaced the Series 10 smartwatch with the Series 11, but the only real difference between the two models? The newest version has a longer battery life. Besides that, they're virtually identical, except now the Series 10 is a lot more affordable. You won't find this watch on sale at Amazon, but at Walmart, the remaining sizes and colors are on sale for $249 — that's a savings of $150 on one of the best smartwatches in the world.

More Walmart deals on Apple productsBest Black Friday kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Magic Bullet Magic Bullet Essential Blender with To-Go Lid $15 at Walmart
$39.99 Save $24.99   Get Deal Why we like it

Do we need to explain this one? It's a blender that costs $15, and from a brand we've had great experiences with before. This personal smoothie blender comes with a to-go cup and lid, so you can whip up a smoothie before work or class and take it with you.

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