“Black Friday” has lost its accuracy in recent years as sales extend beyond just one day. Retailers like Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and Walmart are already promoting their Black Friday deals a week before the actual day. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the amount of discounts, don’t worry – this presents an opportunity to get your holiday shopping done early and save money. We’ve compiled a list of the best tech deals for Black Friday that we’ve tested and reviewed. While prices may potentially drop on Black Friday, many of the current deals are expected to run through Cyber Monday. We’re already seeing record lows on iPads, wireless earbuds, PS5 controllers, Sonos gear, smart TVs, and other gadgets. Our list will be regularly updated leading up to Black Friday, so keep checking if there’s something specific you’ve had your eye on.
The 9th generation Apple iPad is still a great option for those in need of a tablet for casual use. It’s currently priced at $249 on Amazon and Walmart, matching its lowest-ever price. This budget-friendly iPad features a 10.2-inch display, Apple’s old design language, a non-laminated display, and 64GB of storage. Despite its limitations, it offers a large screen for streaming, gaming, and browsing the web, with a battery life of around 10 hours per charge.
For those looking for a more advanced option, the M1-powered iPad Air is on sale for $500, also a record low price. The iPad Air offers speedy performance, good battery life, a slim design, and Apple Pencil 2 support. It’s considered the best iPad for most people at the moment.
The new Apple Watch Series 9 is available at a discounted price of $349, down $50 from its usual price. This smartwatch features the new S9 SiP, offering faster performance and on-device Siri processing, among other improvements.
The third-generation Apple AirPods are currently priced at $140, matching their all-time low. While there are better-sounding and more featured earbuds available at lower prices, the AirPods are a suitable option for iPhone owners who prefer the unsealed design and want the convenience of hands-free Siri and quick pairing with other Apple devices.
Amazon has discounted Apple’s M2-powered Mac Mini desktops, with the 256GB model priced at $500 and the 512GB model on sale for $690. These desktops offer speedy performance, a bevy of ports, and are a great option for those seeking a desktop running macOS.
The Meta Quest 2 VR headset is now available for $249, its lowest-ever price. This headset offers an affordable entry into VR with fast-switching LCDs, a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, and the comfort of being completely cordless.
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is currently available for $30, a 40% discount. This streaming device supports 4K HDR content, Dolby Vision, and AirPlay 2, with a user-friendly interface and the option for private listening.
Sonos has kicked off its Black Friday sale, offering discounts on smart speakers and home theater gear. The Sonos Arc soundbar is priced at $719, a $180 discount, while the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is on sale for $399, a $100 drop. Other Sonos speakers and home theater devices are also available at discounted prices.
These are just a few of the tech deals available for Black Friday. Keep an eye out for updates as we approach the day itself.
