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The European Union passed a new law early Thursday morning that will hold social media platforms like Meta and TikTok liable for financial fraud — a major escalation in the bloc’s attempt to rein in Big Tech.
After hours of late-night negotiations, EU lawmakers approved the measure, adding another layer of regulatory pressure on companies that have spent years lobbying Washington to counter the EU’s aggressive antitrust and content-moderation agenda. The law builds on the Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Markets Act (DMA), which curbs the spread of illegal content and prevent tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Meta from leveraging their dominance to expand across the internet.
SEE ALSO: U.S. trade court blocks President Trump's tariffs in surprise ruling. What happens now? (Updated)Violating either law can trigger massive fines, something the tech sector — and U.S. President Donald Trump — have repeatedly pushed back against. Trump has accused the EU of "discriminating" against American companies, framing the bloc’s enforcement as an attack on U.S. innovation.
Much of the final stretch of deliberations centered on who should shoulder the blame when these scams happen. Several MEPs argued that Big Tech and banks share equal responsibility, since platforms host the scams and banks process the money. However, European governments pushed back, arguing that banks should only be held accountable when their own safeguards fail.
The result is a compromise: banks will reimburse victims when a scammer impersonates the bank or when a financial transaction goes through without the customer’s consent, according to the EU release.
The new fraud-liability rules arrive as social media platforms have become the primary target for investment scams, impersonation schemes, and questionable ads of every kind. Under the law, platforms will now be required to compensate banks when a user is defrauded, and it’s clear the company failed to remove a reported scam.
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 moreWith that in mind, I've gathered the top six beauty deals from Black Friday that I've spotted so far. Find my recs (and some buying advice) below:
Dyson Supersonic NuralI'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 $199.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Nural $399 at AmazonTo 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 AmazonThe 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 AmazonRemember 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 $71.99. 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 AmazonSadly, the Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion bundle deal that cropped up ahead of Black Friday didn't manage to stay in stock, but you can still grab the Shark FacialPro Glow for $50 off. In her first impressions review of the device, Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart wrote, "the Shark FacialPro Glow literally felt like it was pumping life back into my skin. It felt so soft and plump after just a single extraction session at night and a single de-puffing session the next morning, and even that feels like a testament to its effectiveness."
Shark FacialPro Glow $349 at AmazonI had the chance to test out T3's Curling Straightener when it launched earlier this year, and was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed using it. As someone who primarily curls their hair with a regular straightening iron, I was skeptical that the rounded edges and cool tip would do much in the way of ease and styling results, but on both fronts T3's hot tool performed better than a standard straightener, adding more volume and versatility in how I could style my hair. As a newer product, it hasn't gone on sale often, and at $139.99, it's hit a new record-low price.
Opens in a new window Credit: T3 T3 Curling Straightener $139.99 at AmazonI’m not a "hardcore" gamer. I don’t spend eight hours a day online, and I’m definitely not competing in any tournaments. But I do play my PS5 every single day — usually for about 15 minutes right before dinner to decompress. Lately, I’ve been replaying the entire Tomb Raider trilogy (I’m on the third one now, and it holds up), but I also love the classics like Spyro, Crash Bandicoot, and Kingdom Hearts.
SEE ALSO: The 50+ best gifts for gamers that they won't already haveBecause I’m actually buying games and accessories for my own setup (and for my nephews this holiday), I tend to keep an eye on these prices throughout the year, so I know when a "deal" is actually just the standard price in a fancy font.
I’ve combed through the Black Friday ads from Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, and PlayStation Direct to find the discounts that are actually worth it. Here are the best PS5 deals live right now.
Best Black Friday PS5 game deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Interactive Entertainment Astro Bot $39.59 at PlayStationRead our full Astro Bot review.
I didn't know anything about Astro until my dad asked me if I'd "found the secret game in the PS5" yet. Once I found Astro's Playroom (the free game pre-installed on every console), I spent all night playing it and bought the full Astro Bot game as soon as it came out. It’s pure joy in game form — creative, colorful, and genuinely fun to play. (It won Game of the Year at the 2024 Game Awards.) My youngest nephew, Aubry, is obsessed with it; he literally has posters of the little bot in his room and begs to play it every time he comes over.
First-party Sony titles tend to hold their value, so seeing it drop this low is a win. You can grab it for $39.97 at Amazon, but if you want to save every penny, it's slightly cheaper at $39.59 at PlayStation Direct.
More PS5 game dealsLEGO Horizon Adventures — $19.97 $31.49 (save $11.52)
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart — $29.95 $69.99 (save $40.04)
Rise of the Ronin — $29.97 $69.99 (save $40.02)
Returnal — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
The Last of Us Part II Remastered — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)
Gran Turismo 7 Standard Edition — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
The Last of U Part I — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition — $39.97 $69.99 (save $30.02)
Stellar Blade — $39.97 $69.99 (save $30.02)
It's not often we see a deal on PlayStation Plus, but the mega gaming company must know we need a treat in 2025, so they're offering a 33% discount. To snag this deal, you'll need to sign up before Dec. 5 for any level of annual PlayStation Plus membership. The subscription gives payers access to hundreds of games from the Gaming Catalog, online multiplayer access, and tons more.
Best Black Friday PS5 accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: PlayStation DualSense Edge Wireless Controller $169 at AmazonIf you’re looking for a "big gift" for the serious gamer in your life, the DualSense Edge is a solid option. I bought this controller for my eldest nephew, Landon, last Christmas, and he loved it. It’s the "pro" version of the standard controller, meaning it has customizable buttons, swappable stick modules (a lifesaver for stick drift), and adjustable triggers. It doesn't usually go on sale (unless it's Prime Day or holiday season), so saving $31 is a pretty good deal. You can grab it for $169 at Amazon, or for essentially the same price ($169.99) directly from PlayStation.
If you don’t need all the pro features, the standard DualSense Wireless Controller is also on sale for $54.99 at both Amazon and PlayStation. My mom bought the pink one for my sister last year, and it’s a perfect, practical gift for anyone who needs a spare.
Best Black Friday PS5 console deal PS5 Slim Disc Edition $449 at AmazonWe’re skipping the PS5 Pro this year — at $649 without a disc drive or stand, it’s a hard sell for anyone who isn't a hardcore pixel-peeper. Instead, I recommend getting the standard PS5 Slim Disc Edition. You'll get the same great library of games, 4K graphics, and lightning-fast load times, plus the ability to actually play discs (because sometimes you just want to pop in a Blu-ray or a used game you found cheap). It’s currently $449.99 at both Amazon and PlayStation Direct, saving you a cool $50.
More Black Friday PlayStation console dealsPlayStation Portal Remote Player — $179 $199.99 (save $20.99)
PlayStation 5 Pro — $649 $749.99 (save $100.99)
It's time to carve the turkey, eat all the pies, and then get down to holiday shopping. Thankfully, the Black Friday deals are coming in hot. All the major retailers have launched their Black Friday sales events, and we're seeing record-low prices across the board on some of the best gifts like Kindles, noise-cancelling headphones, and Apple devices.
If you've been hoping to snag an Apple Watch for yourself or give one to someone truly special, then check out the year's best Black Friday Apple Watch deals. While we have Cyber Monday on the horizon, we're not expecting to see further price drops on these Apple smartwatches.
SEE ALSO: 40+ Black Friday tech deals I'd recommend to friends and family as a tech editor: Save on Apple, Samsung, DJIKeep in mind, we don't typically see the Apple store offer fantastic deals during Black Friday. This year, the Apple Store is offering a $250 gift card with certain purchases. But Mashable only recommends taking advantage of this deal if you're buying any of the five particular deals we find worthy at the Apple store, and none of those include an Apple Watch. To help you out, we've scouted out the lowest prices on every Apple Watch model for Black Friday 2025, and now you can save up to $200 on these popular gadgets.
Best Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $339 at AmazonThe Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $339 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's a full $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 AmazonNeed 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.
What about the Apple Watch Ultra 3? Sadly, the latest Apple Ultra is not on sale, but lucky for you, as long as you upgrade to watchOS 26, the Ultra 2 has 99% of the same features.
Best Black Friday budget Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 at WalmartIf 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) just got a price cut at Walmart, where it's available for $129 for a limited time only.
Apple has moved on to the Apple Watch SE 3 (which is also on sale), 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, and emergency SOS. Since this model is on sale for only $129, 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 at AmazonLooking for more deals on fitness trackers? See the latest deals on smartwatches and trackers at Amazon's epic Black Friday 2025 sale.
As Mashable's tech editor, I get early access to a lot of really cool products. I also have a pretty deep knowledge of the coolest new gadgets of 2025, from the latest virtual reality tech to everyday fitness trackers and new Apple laptops. I've also been covering Black Friday sales since 2019, so I know what discounts to expect and which deals you can safely skip.
In this guide, you'll find all the best Black Friday tech deals I'd actually recommend to my friends and family. Before recommending a Samsung QLED TV or Anker charger, I'll first make sure that the price is actually a good deal. Online retailers are notorious for exaggerating their sales, but I've done the work for you to find the biggest genuine discounts at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and beyond.
Keep checking back as I add new discounts on the season's best new gadgets, toys, wearables, and tech gifts. I've personally tested many of the products in this guide, while others have been tested by other Mashable reporters. If you see a deal in this story, it's because I'd truly recommend that product — and at that price — to my loved ones.
My favorite KindleI literally collect rare books, so when I tell you I'm a book nerd, you can believe me. And this is the Kindle that stores my digital library — the Kindle Paperwhite. For Black Friday, it's on sale for $124.99, but I actually recommend paying a little more for the version without lockscreen ads. That way, you'll see gorgeous black-and-white photos on the lockscreen instead of ads for romantasy books I'll never read.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (no lockscreen ads) $144.99 at AmazonApple just launched the new version of its starter smartwatch in September, and it's already earned a spot in my guide to the best smartwatches of the year. The truth is, while we also loved the longer-lasting Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra Watch 3, the new SE 3 is the right pick for the vast majority of people. This is a true lifestyle smartwatch that also does double duty as a fitness and sleep tracker. Plus, it even has an always-on Retina OLED display. At Amazon, you can pick up this smartwatch for $199.99, a 20% discount ahead of the holiday shopping season.
Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm, GPS) $199 at WalmartBose recently released a new version of its flagship noise-canceling headphones, and in our review, we said the new model is nearly identical to the original. However, the new version will set you back $449, which is a big ask in this economy. Meanwhile, the Gen 1 version on sale for $298 is still one of the best, most comfortable headphones in the world. While it's possible these headphones might get a bigger price drop come Nov. 28, don't count on it. I love these headphones, and this is easily one of the best Prime Day tech deals of the year so far.
Editor's note: These headphones are almost sold out!
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (Gen 1) $429 at AmazonAlexa informed me that New York City faces its first freeze warning of the season, and now I'm mad at her. However, I do have something to keep the chill away. I've been using and recommending these cute electric hand warmers for years, and they're one of my favorite undiscovered gems at Amazon. They're one of my go-to stocking stuffers, and they'll keep your hands toasty and warm all winter long. If you're looking for tech deals under $25, this is my personal recommendation.
Opens in a new window Credit: Orastone Orastone Electric Hand Warmer $15.99 at AmazonHave you heard about the upcoming ban on DJI drones? If not, then we have very bad news: DJI drones are almost certainly set to be banned in the U.S. by year's end, which means this is your last chance to buy one. So long as you're already flying, the potential ban shouldn't affect you, a DJI representative recently told me. Unfortunately, you can only buy these drones from third-party sellers at retailers like Amazon, but we think the risk is worth the reward in this case.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 4K Drone $239 at AmazonI've said it before: Samsung's cult-favorite art TV, The Frame, is the best TV in the world. This super-thin TV doubles as an art gallery for your living room, adding to your home's decor instead of distracting from it. The 2025 model of The Frame has a fancy new AI processor, as well as a magic-like matte, anti-glare display. While you can catch this TV on sale at any retailer you like, Amazon currently has the best price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED Art TV $897.99 at AmazonWe think the M4 MacBook Pro is the best MacBook for most people, and this is a fantastic price for a 2025 model Apple laptop. Powered by M4 silicon, it's also lightning fast. The M4 chip is faster than anything you'll find in the Windows world, which means this laptop is faster and more efficient than the competition. Its $749 price at Amazon is a record discount, and we're not expecting the price to drop any lower (though Apple could surprise us).
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple M4 MacBook Air (13 inches, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at AmazonAmazon isn't our go-to destination for laptops, but for Black Friday, they have a great deal on a popular Copilot+ PC. This Acer Aspire 16 AI Copilot+ PC has never been priced below $500 before now, and you can save 36% on the retail price at Amazon. Unlike most laptops at Amazon, this PC isn't sold by a sketchy third-party seller — it's sold and shipped by Amazon itself. It also has very impressive specs for an under-$500 laptop, with 16GB of RAM and a powerful Snapdragon X chip.
Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Aspire 16-inch AI Copilot+ PC (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Snapdragon X) $449.99 at AmazonWe recently named the Beats Pill the best portable Bluetooth speaker to buy on sale. And, what do you know, it's on sale. You can pick up this powerful water-resistant speaker for just $79 at Amazon. Released in 2024 as part of a collaboration with Kim Kardashian (don't let that stop you from scoring a great deal), it plays well with Android and iOS devices. Alternatively, you can pick up the
Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian $79 at AmazonIf you're a content creator or vlogger, then you've probably heard of DJI's famous pocket mics, currently 45% off at Amazon. These wireless mics replace the awkward wired lavaliers of the past, and they clip on to your shirt or collar magnetically. There's a reason you can spot these microphones all over TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube. I've personally tested these microphones, and they've been a huge help to the Mashable video team at live events.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini $66 at AmazonLook, the best Black Friday deals aren't always super exciting. This is your chance to stock up on products you need. Case in point: Apple AirTags are currently 50 cents away from their lowest-ever price. At Amazon, a 4-pack is 34% off, and you'll pay just $16.25 per tracker. Using ultra-wideband technology and Apple's Find My network, there's no better way to track lost items.
Apple AirTag Tracker (4-Pack) $64.98 at AmazonEufy may not have quite the name recognition as iRobot in the vacuum space, but you'll find Eufy robot vacuums all over Mashable shopping guides. If you're looking for a premium robot vacuum and mop combo, try the Eufy S1 Pro, which has a roller mop, self-cleaning, self-drying, and a 50% discount. Our vacuum expert, Leah Stodart, has also been impressed by the Eufy X10 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum and Mop, which she named one of the best cleaning machines of the year.
Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Omni S1 Pro Hybrid Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo $699.99 at AmazonAs much as I love Samsung's The Frame, I know not everyone can afford to drop $1,000 on a new TV. Fortunately, you can count on Black Friday doorbuster deals if you need a TV on the cheap. And now that big box retailers start all their Black Friday sales early, you don't have to wait in line on Thanksgiving night. Over at Amazon and Best Buy, you can grab smart TVs starting at just $99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 32-inch 2-Series Fire TV $99.99 at AmazonIf a new smart TV isn't in your budget this year, that doesn't mean you have to be locked out of the latest streaming apps. Access everything from Amazon's Prime Video to Apple TV and Spotify using this affordable streaming stick from Roku. You'll still have to pay for all those apps, but it's still a lot cheaper than buying a new TV.
Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick Plus 2025 $19 at AmazonThis is the ultimate splurge this holiday season — Samsung's new AR/VR headset, the Galaxy XR. It's Samsung's answer to the Apple Vision Pro, and it's significantly more affordable, though still extremely pricey. If you buy the device during the holiday shopping season, Samsung will throw in $1,140 worth of freebies, including a year of Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, and NBA League Pass. You'll also get access to exclusive XR experiences and more premium apps. This offer ends Dec. 31.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy XR Explorer's Pack $1,799.99 at SamsungOver the summer, it was almost impossible to find the new Nintendo Switch 2 console in stock. Thankfully, that's no longer the case. While we haven't found any official discounts on the Switch 2 console yet, you can find some Switch 2 bundles in stock at Amazon, Walmart, and GameStop. We expect this handheld to top many Christmas gift wishlists this year, so grab these while you can.
Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle $499 at AmazonAmazon always discounts its devices for big sales, and right now you can grab the popular Blink Mini 2 security camera for just $17.99, a 55% discount. We don't expect this product to get any cheaper come Thanksgiving, so go ahead and stock up and protect your home.
Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Mini 2 Security Camera $17.99 at AmazonI've tested several Jackery Explorer power stations over the years, and I've never had a bad experience. The brand helped popularize this product category in the United States, and it's easy to see why. They make rugged power stations that are easy to use, have a variety of ports, and connect easily to your devices (not to mention solar panels, if you have them). If you live in fear of the power going out — or just want to charge your phone during a camping trip or tailgate — these devices are a must-have.
Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station $349 at AmazonJust like Bose, Sony also released a sequel to its flagship headphones this year. The new XM6 headphones are elite, truly. But having tested them against the previous-gen XM5 model, I'm strongly recommending you buy the XM5s now that they're finally back on sale. Here's the truth: They're more alike than different. And right now, you can get the Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones for just $248, a record-low price. Compare that to the $428 price tag on the new model, and your choice is simple.
Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $248 at AmazonThe new Google Pixel smartwatch is my favorite Android smartwatch of the year, and in our review, we called it a true runner's smartwatch. And to prove it, one of our reporters recently trained and ran a marathon while using it. So, when I say it's a good smartwatch for running, you can really believe me. For Black Friday, this smartwatch got its first-ever discount.
Opens in a new window Credit: Google Pixel Google Pixel Watch 4 $349.99 at AmazonIf you want to buy a robot vacuum during Prime Day, then we recommend steering clear of Roomba. I've already recommended Eufy's popular budget and mid-range vacuums, but if you're looking for the best of the best, our favorite robot vacuum of the year is currently on sale. Our resident robot vacuum tester has tested so many robot vacuums, and this year, none outperformed the Roborock Saros 10R, a robot vacuum and mop combo. With sophisticated mapping, mopping, self-cleaning, and obstacle avoidance, it does it all. It can even act as a pet camera.
Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Saros 10R Robot Vacuum and Mop $999.99 at AmazonAs part of its early Black Friday sale, Walmart has tons of video games on sale. You can score new titles like Madden NFL 26 and Borderlands 4, or play back old favorites like Grand Theft Auto V.
Opens in a new window Credit: 2K NBA 2K26 $30 at WalmartIf only the Apple Vision Pro cost $249.99. Alas, we don't live in that world. However, you can buy a Meta Quest 3S VR Headset bundle for that very reasonable price. With 128GB of storage and instant access to over 40 games, this early Black Friday tech deal lets you discover an entirely new type of gaming. Though, personally, I prefer to use VR for watching 3D movies and other types of VR video content.
Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S VR Headset - Cardboard Gorilla Bundle $249.99 at AmazonI've been waiting patiently for gaming laptop deals to pop off for Black Friday, and they finally did. The Lenovo LOQ 15 has gone on sale for as little as $864.49 in the past, but it's currently on sale for $799.99. That's a new all-time low and a great price on this gaming laptop with an AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia GeForce graphics. This is the gaming laptop you'll find on my own desk right now, and it's a good entry-level model.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo LOQ 15 gaming laptop (15-inches, AMD Ryzen 7, RTX 5050) $799.99 at LenovoWe're big fans of Oura smart rings at Mashable, and the brand's Black Friday sale officially started, knocking $100 off its Oura Ring 4. Our reviewer praised Oura for its great balance of health, fitness, and sleep tracking metrics, and there's a reason these smart rings are beloved by many pro athletes.
Oura Ring 4 $249 at AmazonWe waited so patiently for the Apple AirPods 4 to finally drop in price, and the deal is even better than we expected. The latest AirPods are now on sale for $79.99, their lowest price ever.
Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds $69 at AmazonThis is the year we fell for British brand Nothing. In our review of the Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro, we said that Nothing could be charging three or four times as much for this AMOLED smartwatch. For Black Friday, this watch finally dropped down to $79 just as we hoped. This smartwatch has an incredible display and excels as a fitness and sleep tracker, but it really puts the competition to shame when it comes to battery life.
Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing CMF By Nothing Watch 3 Pro $79 at AmazonWe love Kindles here at Mashable, and we've tested them all. I already told you my personal favorite is the Kindle Paperwhite, but the truth is all of Amazon's e-readers are fantastic. For bargain hunters, the best deals on Kindles are the basic Kindle and the Kindle Colorsoft. Amazon's basic Kindle is a perfectly pocket-sized device that reached its lowest price ever of $79.99, while the Kindle Colorsoft got an astounding price cut down to $169.99, the first time the device has ever dipped under $200.
As much as we hype up Kindles, you can't forget there are other e-readers out there. The only brand that can truly compete is Kobo, which makes a delightful collection of color e-readers. Ahead of Black Friday, the only Kobo on sale is the Libra Colour, which is our favorite color e-reader. It's down to $199.99, back down to the low price it was during Black Friday 2024.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle $79.99Apple has given every iPad an update in the past year, the latest of which was the iPad Pro with M5 chip. The best Black Friday deal on iPads is on the Apple iPad Air with M3 chip. It's back down to its lowest price ever of $449, making it an affordable yet powerful device. With the latest iPadOS, the iPad Air is closer to a laptop than ever, but still a fraction of the cost. This is another device I've personally tested and highly recommend, especially at this price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air (M3 chip, 128GB, WiFi) $449 at AmazonWhile Oura might be the buzzier fitness tracker, Whoop still makes great trackers. Mashable's Christianna Silva just wore seven fitness trackers while training for the NYC marathon and determined that the Whoop MG was the best overall pick for marathon training. But even for the average Joe, it's a smart pickup, not to mention our favorite sleep tracker. During Black Friday, Whoop 5.0 and MG trackers are 17%, getting you up to $40 or $60 off.
Opens in a new window Credit: Whoop Whoop MG $299 at AmazonFrankly, if you buy an espresso machine at any time of year besides Prime Day or Black Friday, you're leaving hundreds of dollars on the table. This brushed stainless steel espresso machine from Breville gets a $200 price drop this time around, and it has everything you need to satisfy your caffeine fix. This is the lowest price we've seen on this high-tech kitchen appliance in years.
Opens in a new window Credit: Breville Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine $499.99 at AmazonHave you heard of Flaus? It's at the top of my Xmas list this year and comes personally recommended by one of our shopping reporters. This electric flosser takes the pain and inconvenience out of flossing your teeth. For Black Friday, it now has an extremely gift-friendly price tag. Not only did this product appear on Shark Tank, but it was named one of Oprah's Favorite Things this year.
Opens in a new window Credit: Flaus Flaus Electric Flosser with refill kit $89.99 at AmazonAs a seasoned Black Friday expert, I always tell people to use this sale as a chance to stock up on boring but essential items. And that includes batteries, light bulbs, lens cleaners, etc. This won't be the most exciting addition to your shopping cart, but you'll be glad you have them.
Opens in a new window Credit: Energizer Energizer AA Batteries Alkaline Power, 32-pack $15.99 at Amazon'Tis the season for a gaming upgrade. Gaming hardware generally comes with a bit of sticker shock, but Black Friday is the perfect excuse to grab those big-ticket purchases — like OLED monitors — for less.
Just like a good TV can enhance your cinematic experience, making the switch to an OLED gaming monitor can completely transform your gaming experience. If your current setup feels a bit lifeless, it's a great time to upgrade. Some major contenders are on sale for record-low prices and we've rounded up our favorites below. Be sure to check out our full list of gaming discounts and follow along with all of our coverage in Mashable's Black Friday hub to score the best deals of the season.
The best Black Friday gaming monitor deals Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 45-Inch Ultragear OLED Curved Gaming Monitor $896.99 at AmazonCurved monitors take some getting used to, but once you've enjoyed the immersive gaming experience they deliver, you likely won't go back. The 45-inch LG Ultragear OLED's WQHD display features a steep 800R curvature and 21:9 aspect ratio, which means the screen will quite literally wrap the action around you. It packs a peak brightness up to 1,300 nits, a 240Hz refresh rate, and a 0.03ms response time, so gameplay is fast, smooth, and vibrant. It's also compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync and offers plenty of ports for your gaming peripherals. Usually an outrageous $1,699.99, it's down to only $896.99 for Black Friday. That's nearly 50% in savings.
Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS 32-inch ROG Swift 4K OLED Gaming Monitor $899 at AmazonIf you want something that takes up a bit less desktop real estate, the 32-inch ASUS ROG Swift gaming monitor is another standout for Black Friday. At $899, it's a full $400 off its regular list price of $1,299 and down to a new record low. Like the LG monitor, it also boasts a refresh rate of 240Hz and a response time of 0.03ms for smooth, lag-free gameplay, and compatibility with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync for tear-free visuals and low latency. It supports a range of aspect ratios between 24.5 inches and 27 inches, so you can select what works best for specific games. FWIW, our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) called it a "near-perfect 4K OLED gaming display."
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Curved Gaming Monitor $898 at AmazonOur favorite ultrawide gaming monitor, the massive 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 features an 1800R curvature and 32:9 aspect ratio that essentially wraps around your entire head. It may be overkill for casuals, but if you're looking for the most immersive gameplay you can get, this bad boy is your best bet. While the curve is the main attraction, it's not the only perk this monitor offers. It also features high-quality visuals with a 5,120 x 1,440 pixel display, a solid 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, 110 pixels per inch, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and HDR support, and the ability to use it as a two-in-one display. Usually listed for over $1,300, this Black Friday deal knocks it down below $900. That matches its best price ever.
More Black Friday gaming monitor dealsPhilips 221V8LB 22-Inch Gaming Monitor — $59.49 $74.99 (save $15.50)
Sceptre Curved 24-Inch Gaming Monitor — $82.97 $102.97 (save $20)
SANSUI 24-Inch Gaming Monitor — $84.99 $105.99 (save $21)
ASUS TUF Gaming 25-Inch 1080P Gaming Monitor — $99 $159 (save $60)
Sceptre New Curved 30-Inch Gaming Monitor — $149.97 $207.97 (save $58)
Alienware 27-Inch Gaming Monitor AW2725DM — $179.99 $269.99 (save $90)
LG 32GS60QC-B Ultragear 32-Inch Gaming Monitor — $186.99 $299.99 (save $113)
ASUS ROG Strix 27-Inch QHD Gaming Monitor — $189 $289 (save $100)
Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G5 Gaming Monitor — $199.99 $329.99 (save $130)
Acer Nitro 27-Inch WQHD Gaming Monitor — $219.99 $299.99 (save $80)
LG 34SR60QC-W 34-Inch QHD Curved Smart Monitor — $279.99 $329.99 (save $50)
LG 27GR83Q-B 27-Inch UltraGear Gaming Monitor — $279 $499.99 (save $220.99)
ASUS ROG Strix 27-Inch 4K HDR400 Gaming Monitor — $299 $469 (save $170)
LG 34G630A-B 34-Inch Ultragear Gaming Monitor — $359.99 $499.99 (save $140)
LG 37G800A-B 37-Inch Ultragear 4K Gaming Monitor — $599.99 $799.99 (save $200)
Samsung 40-Inch Odyssey G7 Curved Gaming Monitor — $699.99 $1,199.99 (save $500)
SAVE up to $90: As of Nov. 27, all four Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Commander Decks are on sale for Black Friday at Amazon, with prices starting at $39.49 (down from $69.99). Pick them up individually or grab the full four-deck bundle for the easiest complete set upgrade.
Opens in a new window Credit: Wizards of the Coast Magic: The Gathering - Final Fantasy Commander Deck Bundle (Includes All 4 Decks) $188.99 at AmazonFor any keen lover of card games who’s always wanted to jump into Magic: The Gathering, or at least its beloved Final Fantasy crossover, Amazon has dropped major Black Friday deals on decks to help you get set up.
All four MTG × Final Fantasy Commander decks — Final Fantasy VI: Revival Trance, Final Fantasy VII: Limit Break, Final Fantasy X: Counter Blitz, and Final Fantasy XIV: Scions & Spellcraft — are now available individually at steep discounts, and bundled together in a single package that’s easily the most convenient (and giftable) yet.
Individual MTG Final Fantasy Commander Decks Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy VI Commander Deck - Revival Trance $39.49 ($30.50) Get Deal Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy XIV Commander Deck - Scions & Spellcraft $42.99 ($27) Get Deal Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy X Commander Deck - Counter Blitz $47.96 ($22.03) Get Deal Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy VII Commander Deck - Limit Break 56.99 ($13) Get DealEach Commander deck includes 100 cards with brand-new Final Fantasy–themed artwork, two foil legendary creatures, 10 double-sided tokens, and a 2-card Collector Booster Sample Pack containing alternate-border rares or better. That means you’re getting four full Commander experiences, each with its own strategy, playstyle, and fan-favorite protagonist.
The Revival Trance (FFVI) deck, currently listed at $39.49, leans into graveyard recursion with Terra, Herald of Hope leading the charge. The Scions & Spellcraft (FFXIV) deck, meanwhile, priced at $44.99, focuses on spell-slinging value with Y’shtola, Night’s Blessed.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Players who prefer aggressive stat-pushing and love Final Fantasy 7 will find the Limit Break (FFVII) deck: now $56.99, a perfect home for Cloud’s iconic Limit mechanics.
The Counter Blitz (FFX) deck is also part of the lineup at similar pricing, featuring Tidus, rounding out the full four-deck spread for collectors and Commander fans alike.
But the real star this Black Friday is the complete four-deck Commander bundle for $189.99 after having $90.97 sliced off, which gathers all decks into one package. Buying them together ensures you don’t have to hunt down each version individually; that’s a huge perk given how quickly these crossover decks have been selling out. The bundle listing highlights that all four Commander decks are included in one purchase (page 1 of the bundle file).
SEE ALSO: 100+ Black Friday deals: We found record-low prices on AirPods, MacBooks, Samsung TVs, Kindles, and NinjaFor even more trading card deals this Black Friday, you can also grab $65 off 30 Magic: The Gathering Spider-Man boosters. For Pokémon fans, there’s also major TCG deals at our Pokémon Black Friday homepage, including cards, Nintendo Switch games, toys, and tons more.
Depending on who you ask, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is either pure holiday magic or three hours of televised torment. Truly a choose-your-own-adventure situation that remains a deeply rooted part of Thanksgiving tradition regardless of where you land on the topic.
This year’s parade actually delivered some solid entertainment, especially if you’re an elder millennial. We got performances from Busta Rhymes, Lil Jon, and Shaggy — basically the soundtrack of every early-2000s house party. And for Gen Z and Gen Alpha, the parade threw in a K-pop Demon Hunter performance, so everyone got at least one moment to yell, "Oh my god, I know them!"
However, the thing that caught everyone by surprise was the appearance of Mr. Fantasy — KJ Apa’s chaotic, wig-wearing TikTok alter ego — materializing at the Macy’s Parade like a fever dream come to life.
Thus, it's been a great time for social media.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple 2024 MacBook Pro $2,699 at AmazonIf you’re looking for a new Apple MacBook, now’s the time to buy. It’s Black Friday (in case you hadn’t noticed) and Amazon is marking the celebration with deals across the MacBook range. There are deals on multiple versions of the MacBook Air, for instance, but if you want real power, check out this Black Friday deal on the MacBook Pro.
The Apple 2024 MacBook Pro has been marked down to $2,699 for Black Friday. That’s $500 off the list price of $3,199.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!This MacBook is driven by Apple’s immense M4 Max chip, with all the bells and whistles of Apple Intelligence. The souped-up power and Liquid Retina XDR display make this MacBook the perfect choice for creative work such as graphic design, photography, and video editing. Unless you want gaming — which requires a dedicated gaming laptop — the Apple 2024 MacBook Pro can pretty much do it all. You'll also get up to 24 hours of battery, Touch ID, and a massive 1TB of storage. That’s all reflected in the usually steep price of $3,199, so $500 is a welcome discount on this beast of a MacBook.
Don’t miss the Apple 2024 MacBook Pro at $2,699 for Black Friday — down from $3,199.
You've already found the perfect Black Friday deal for that iPhone, iPad, or MacBook Pro that you've been eyeballing. But, now you're going to need apps for your brand new toys from Apple.
Mashable has searched the App Store and third-party developer websites to find the very best app deals for Mac and iOS devices. We found that some of the most popular and lauded apps are having their biggest discounts ever.
Here are the best iOS and Mac app deals we found.
SEE ALSO: The best Black Friday deals on the MacBook Air: Record-low prices are live right now Things 3Things 3, the sleekest designed to-do list app for Mac, is currently on sale for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The app, by Cultured Code, has received rave reviews from outlets ranging from The New York Times' Wirecutter to MacStories and even won the Apple Design Award.
Things 3 is currently on sale for Black Friday and Cyber Monday with a 30 percent discount on all of its apps.
One negative about Things 3 is that users have to buy the app for each device they intend to use it on, meaning you'll need to buy three different Things 3 if you want to use it across the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. However, unlike some of its competitors, users only need to pay for Things 3 once for each device. There's no subscription. Black Friday is the one time each year that Things 3 ever goes on sale and those savings can help soften that multi-app purchase blow.
Readers can buy Things 3 for Mac for $34.99 instead of $49.99, for iPhone for $6.99 instead of $9.99, and for iPad for $13.99 instead of $19.99 until Dec. 1.
Opens in a new window Credit: Things Things 3 $34.99 at AppleTake a lot of screenshots? How about screen recordings? Do you make GIFs too?
Cleanshot X is another much-talked about Mac app staple that does all three of those things and then some. Along with taking screenshots, Cleanshot X can also be used to annotate those screengrabs, as well as automatically copy text from a screenshot too. Users can also pin screenshots to their desktop for reference, taking automated scrolling screenshots of long webpages, and much more.
Cleanshot X is currently on sale for Black Friday on its website for $20, marked down from its usual $29. However, there's an even better Black Friday deal for Cleanshot X via the Unclutter app's annual Black Friday collection. Cleanshot X can be bought via the bundle's website for $14.50, making it half off of its usual price. For $76, the entire 12 app collection can be purchased, which includes Cleanshot X, Unclutter, DaisyDisk, and more.
Opens in a new window Credit: Cleanshot X Cleanshot X $20.30 at CleanshotYoink a little Mac utility app that becomes so handy that once you use it, you'll be astounded by the fact that Apple hasn't built this into macOS already.
Yoink brings a little pop-out shelf to your Mac's desktop that can be used to temporarily hold files while moving documents around to different folders or windows. It makes dragging and dropping so much easier.
The app usually sells for $8.99 on the App Store. However, it can currently be purchased for less than $3 as part of BundleHunt's 2025 Black Friday bundle.
Opens in a new window Credit: Yoink Yoink $3 at BundleHuntEveryone needs a good copy-and-paste manager for their Mac. Even better if that clip board manager has an accompanying iOS app that it syncs with. Enter PastePal.
PastePal is a universal clipboard manager that allows users to easily access their copy-and-paste history. Users can find everything they've ever copied on their Mac whether it be text or media. PastePal visually shows them that history based on a timeline or by category of what it is they copied. There's also a pop-up sidebar for quick access to their most recent clipboard history.
Plus anything you copied on your Mac is available on your iPhone or iPad and vice versa as well.
PastePal is currently 50 percent off for Black Friday so you can get PastePal for all your devices for only $7.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: PastePal PastePal $7.99 at Indie GoodiesNetflix, HBO Max, Paramount+ – are you suffering from subscription overload?
Subscription Day is a Mac app that helps you keep track of all your subscriptions and their due dates right from the Mac's menu bar. The calendar format helps users see exactly when each subscription is due and how much they're paying for them so they can save money and cancel any unwanted subscriptions before they are charged for them.
Subscription Day is the newest of the apps on this list so it seems like a work-in-progress, feature-wise. But, its current Black Friday sale puts the app at 50 percent off and $5.99 will also get you the upcoming iOS version of the app, so it's a good deal.
Opens in a new window Credit: Subscription Day Subscription Day $5.99 at ApppsSpeaking of your Mac's menu bar, Bartender 6 will help you manage all the apps you have in there.
The menu bar is one of the great Mac features that allows you to quickly access apps that take advantage of it. However, Apple doesn't really let you do much in terms of menu bar management and things could get out of hand once you have too many menu bar apps. Bartender 6 lets you hide apps in the menu bar, group them for easy access, and even change the style.
Bartender 6 usually sells for $20 but is currently 20 percent off for Black Friday.
Opens in a new window Credit: Mac Bartender Bartender 6 $20 at Mac BartenderBest 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; paid My Best Buy members earn $15 in bonus rewards) Get Deal Latest offer Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $399.99 (save $149.01) Get Deal Deal of the day Insignia 43-inch F50 Series 4K Fire TV $99.99 (save $100) 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 DealBest 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 cheaper to buy from Amazon and/or Walmart. Best Buy will release more doorbusters on Friday, Nov. 28, aka Black Friday proper.
TCL 55-inch F35-Series 4K Fire TV — $169.99 $329.99 (save $160)
HP OmniBook X Flip 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $429.99 $849.99 (save $420)
Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones — $159.99 $349.99 (save $190)
Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) — $599 $799 (save $200)
Shark Detect Clean & Empty Cordless Vacuum — $229.99 $499.99 (save $270)
Save $50 on the Apple iPhone 16 series (starting from $549.99)
Save 20% on select Ray-Ban Meta glasses (starting at $239.20)
Get select EA Sports video games for $29.99 (normally $69.99)
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 BuyBest 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).
For example, if you purchased a pair of Apple AirPods Max for $429.99 at Best Buy earlier this week, you should be able to take advantage of their new lower price of $399.99 (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 Best Buy's Black Friday deal on it, and it's easy to see why. The retailer has it listed for $1,399.99, or $1,300 off its usual price. That's a really attractive discount on what's arguably the best TV ever made.
However, this deal isn't as good as it seems. Amazon is currently selling the same TV for $1,346.99 (or $53 less), and there's a good chance it'll return to its previous record-low price of $1,249.95 there on Black Friday proper. If you are going to buy it now, get it from Amazon. However, we think it's worth waiting to see if it gets even cheaper in the near future — or if Best Buy matches its rival's deal.
Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch C5 Series OLED 4K TV $1,346.99 at AmazonThis has been a rough year for bank accounts overall, and streaming services aren't helping. Nearly every major streamer got more expensive in 2025, including Netflix, Peacock, HBO Max, Apple TV+, YouTube TV, Disney+, Hulu, and Paramount+. So needless to say, we're extra excited about this year's Black Friday streaming deals. We could all use some discounts, amirite?
Black Friday is famously the best time of year to sign up for streaming services, as you can typically score some serious savings on monthly or annual subscription fees. And we're pleased to report that this year is no different. If you're looking for a way to cut back on streaming costs for 2026, now's a great time to take advantage of majorly discounted subscriptions.
SEE ALSO: Unlock Peacock for free this Black Friday — here’s how to stream for freeApple TV+, HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu have all already thrown their hats in the ring, as have tons of other streamers in the form of Prime Video add-ons. So you can start weighing all of your streaming options for the season. However, we're still waiting on Peacock to join in on the fun.
One thing to note: most Black Friday streaming deals are limited to new and returning subscribers (as in you haven't been a subscriber in at least a month or so). If you qualify, you can lock in some serious savings on streaming apps.
Check out all the best Black Friday streaming deals currently live — we'll be updating this list throughout the week with any other deals we think are worth it.
Best Black Friday streaming deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: HBO Max HBO Max $2.99/month for 12 months (save $8/month) Get Deal Why we like itIn a shocking turn of events, the HBO Max Black Friday deal in 2025 actually beats its streaming deal from 2024 and 2023. This year, new and returning subscribers can sign up for 12 months of HBO Max Basic with ads for $2.99 per month through Dec. 1. That's just $35.88 for the whole year and about 73% in savings. In 2023 and 2024, the streamer only offered this discounted price for six months. So, not only are you getting double the subscription length for a discount, but you're also saving even more after its recent price hike (up to $10.99/month from $9.99/month).
The Warner Bros. Discovery-owned streaming service is one of our favorites. Not only is it home to Warner Bros. films, but also new A24 theatrical releases, a ton of excellent original series (like The Last of Us, The Pitt, and IT: Welcome to Derry), and even live sports via the B/R Sports add-on.
Psst: If you don't want to deal with logging into another streaming service, this deal is also available in the form of a Prime Video or Hulu add-on.
Best Black Friday streaming bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hulu / Disney+ Disney+ and Hulu (with ads) $4.99/month for 12 months (save $8/month) Get Deal Why we like itWhile we're pretty disappointed that Hulu didn't resurrect its 99 cents deal for 2025, this bundle deal almost makes up for it. Through Dec. 1, new and returning subscribers can score both Disney+ and Hulu with ads for just $4.99 per month for 12 months. Usually $12.99 per month for both, that's $8 per month in savings or $96 total. We saw the same bundle drop to only $2.99 during Black Friday 2024, but both streamers raised their prices this year, so the Black Friday deal has been appropriately adjusted for inflation. And considering each streamer is $11.99 per month on its own, this is an excellent deal. It's also a good way to lock in a solid price for the year since Disney and Hulu will eventually be merged into a single app — with a higher price tag, no doubt. And hey, maybe we'll still be surprised with the 99-cent Hulu Black Friday deal.
Best Black Friday Apple TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple TV+ Apple TV+ $5.99/month for 6 months (save $42) Get Deal Why we like itApple TV+, just like several other streamers, raised its subscription cost by 30 percent a few months back — from $9.99 to $12.99 per month. So this deal, which knocks the price down to only $5.99 per month for half a year, is much appreciated. You can take advantage of this deal directly at Apple TV+ or in the form of a Prime Video add-on, meaning you need to be a Prime member or Prime Video subscriber.
Apple TV+ features a virtually all-original lineup filled with Emmy-winners like The Studio, Ted Lasso, Severance, and The Morning Show and Oscar-winners and nominees like CODA and Killers of the Flower Moon. TL;DR: You'll get more than your money's worth with this Black Friday deal.
Best Black Friday live TV streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sling Sling Orange Day Pass $1Sling's Day Pass is a solid way to tune into live sports, events, and shows without having to splurge on a full subscription. Sometimes you just want to watch a single game and be on your way. It's usually $4.99 for a day, but for Black Friday, Sling is offering its Orange Day Pass for only $1 through Dec. 1 at 3 a.m. ET. The Orange package includes ESPN and all its affiliates, TNT, TBS, AMC, IFC, and more. That means you'll be able to tune into live college football rivalry games on ESPN this weekend — like Georgia Tech vs. Georgia on Friday and Vanderbilt vs. Tennessee and Alabama vs. Auburn on Saturday — for just a buck.
Best Black Friday music streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Spotify Spotify Premium Free for 4 months (save $11.99/month) Get Deal Why we like itIt's not uncommon to see Amazon offering its music streaming service, Amazon Music Unlimited, for free during shopping events (this year, you can get three free months). It is, however, quite rare for Spotify to offer its Premium service for free. Through Dec. 31, new subscribers can score four free months of Spotify Premium, no questions asked. Typically $11.99 per month, that saves you nearly $50 total.
With a Premium account, you can enjoy ad-free listening, collaborate with friends in real time, download music for offline listening, get full control over your music and playlists, unlock 15 hours per month of audiobook time, and finally enjoy lossless audio. You'll also gain access to the famous Wrapped stats and new weekly listening stats.
Best free Black Friday streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Peacock Free Peacock or Paramount+ with Walmart+ $49 at WalmartIf you already have a Walmart+ membership, or if you were considering signing up to take advantage of the Walmart Black Friday 2025 sale, then you'll unlock free access to either Peacock or Paramount+ for one year. Even better, Walmart+ memberships are currently 50% off for Black Friday, so you'll pay just $49 for 12 months of access. On top of these streaming deals, you'll also get perks like free grocery and pharmacy delivery. If you're not interested in a Walmart+ membership, we're still holding out for the standalone Peacock Black Friday deal, but you can already get the Paramount+ Black Friday deal on its own.
Best streaming stick deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $9.99We spotted this deal a couple of weeks ago and couldn't believe our eyes. Amazon is practically giving away Fire TV Sticks — but, of course, there's a catch. The code STREAM4K drops the Fire TV Stick 4K Select's price down to $9.99, from $39.99, but only select customers are eligible. Test out the code for yourself, and see if you can score an Amazon streaming stick for $10.
More Black Friday streaming dealsAcorn TV (Prime Video add-on) — $2.25/month for 2 months $8.99/month (save $6.74)
Amazon Music Unlimited — Free for 3 months $10.99/month (save $10.99/month)
AMC+ with ads (Prime Video add-on) — $1.75/month for 2 months $6.99/month (save $5.24/month)
AMC+ Premium (Prime Video add-on) — $2.50/month for 2 months $9.99/month (save $7.49/month)
Audible — $0.99/month for 3 months $14.95/month (save $13.96/month) + get $20 Audible credit
BET+ Essential (Prime Video add-on) — $1.50/month for 2 months $5.99/month (save $4.49/month)
BBC Select (Prime Video add-on) — $1.50/month for 2 months $5.99/month (save $4.49/month)
BritBox (Prime Video add-on) — $2.75/month for 2 months $10.99/month (save $8.24/month)
Criterion Channel — $74.99/year $99.99/year (save $25 with code BLACKFRIDAY25)
Crunchyroll Mega Fan (Prime Video add-on) — $2.99/month for 2 months $11.99/month (save $9/month)
Curiosity Stream Standard annual plan — $23.99/year $39.99/year (save $16)
Curiosity Stream smart bundle plan — $41.99/year $69.99 (save $28)
Disney+ and Hulu ad-free bundle — $14.99/month $19.99/month (save $5/month)
FrndlyTV — $0.99/month for 3 months $12.99/month (save $12/month)
Fox One and Fox Nation bundle — $19.99/month $24.99/month (save $5/month)
Hallmark+ (Prime Video add-on) — $2/month for 2 months $7.99/month (save $5.99/month)
MGM+ (Prime Video add-on) — $1.99/month for 2 months $7.99/month (save $5/month)
MGM+ and MovieSphere+ bundle (Prime Video add-on) — $2.25/month for 2 months $8.99/month (save $6.74/month)
MGM+ and AMC+ bundle (Prime Video add-on) — $3.25/month for 2 months $12.99/month (save $9.74/month)
MovieSphere+ (Prime Video add-on) — $1.25/month for 2 months $4.99/month (save $3.74/month)
NFL Sunday Ticket — $48 $150 (save $102)
Paramount+ — $2.99/month for 2 months $12.99/month (save $10/month)
PBS Kids (Prime Video add-on) — $1.25/month for 2 months $4.99/month (save $3.74/month)
PBS Masterpiece (Prime Video add-on) — $1.75/month for two months $6.99/month (save $5.24/month)
Plex Pass (monthly) — $4.19/month $6.99/month (save $2.80/month)
Plex Pass (annual) — $41.99/year $69.99/year (save $28)
Screambox (Roku add-on) — $2.99/month for 12 months $4.99/month (save $2/month)
SiriusXM — Free through Dec. 1, then $1 for 3 months $24.98/month (save $24.98/month)
Spotify Premium — Free for 4 months $11.99/month (save $11.99/month)
Starz (Prime Video add-on) — $2.75/month for 2 months $10.99/month (save $8.24/month)
Starz — $11.99/year for your first year $69.99/year (save $58)
Starz (Hulu add-on) — $2.99/month for one year $10.99/month (save $8/month)
Starz and BET+ Premium bundle (Prime Video add-on) — $3.99/month for 2 months $15.99/month (save $12/month)
Walmart+ (Peacock OR Paramount+) — $49/year for your first year $98/year (save $49)
Wonder Project (Prime Video add-on) — $2.25/month for 2 months $8.99/month (save $6.74)
Google Maps’ Gemini-powered navigation is officially rolling out more broadly, marking the next step in the overhaul Google first teased earlier this month. When Mashable first covered the update, we noted Google’s push toward a "more conversational and intuitive" navigation experience built on Gemini, including landmark-based directions and the ability to ask complex, multi-step questions.
SEE ALSO: Google Gemini 3 vs ChatGPT: How they compareAccording to 9to5Google, the feature is now beginning to appear for users across all navigation modes — not just driving. That means walking, cycling, and public transit directions also benefit from Gemini’s upgraded voice controls and contextual assistance. The outlet also reports that the traditional four-color microphone icon has officially been replaced with the Gemini spark — another indication that Google Assistant is nearing its death date.
In practice, this means that you can now ask your phone anything you would normally ask it, directly through Maps while navigating. The rollout includes all the conversational queries originally highlighted in Google’s blog post — like finding “a budget-friendly restaurant with vegan options along my route” or asking "what’s parking like there?" — but 9to5Google notes that users can also issue practical commands such as "add stop," "avoid tolls," or "show alternative routes." The assistant can even handle general tasks, such as calling contacts, sending texts, or checking your next meeting.
Google’s official support page confirms this expanded scope, explaining that users can "get info and get things done with Gemini while you drive, walk, or ride," activated either via the hotword or the microphone icon.
SAVE $64.71: As of Nov. 27, the Magic: The Gathering — Marvel’s Spider-Man Play Booster Box (30 packs) is $144.99 at Amazon, down from a list price of $209.70. That’s a Black Friday saving of around $65 on a full booster display.
Opens in a new window Credit: Wizards of the Coast Magic: The Gathering | Marvel's Spider-Man Play Booster Box (30 Packs) $144.99 at AmazonThis discount not only makes this Magic: The Gathering Spider-Man set in line with market value, but also undercuts other marketplaces like TCGPlayer, which is selling the same box for around $160 plus postage.
Universes Beyond has quietly helped solve Magic’s long-running headaches: it makes the game less intimidating for newcomers with its TCG twist on familiar Marvel characters, and now, deals like this lower the game’s barrier to entry. Licensed sets like Marvel’s Spider-Man give comic fans a clear on-ramp into the world’s biggest trading card game, even if they’ve never cast a fireball in their life.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!This Black Friday discount on the 30-pack Play Booster Box is basically a shortcut into the Spider-Verse for anyone who wants to draft with friends, juice up their Commander decks, or just crack a ton of web-slinging packs without paying launch-week prices.
As is usually the case with MTG Play Booster Boxes like these, you’re getting 30 Play Boosters, each with 14 cards and at least one rare or mythic rare, plus a foil card in every pack — which is exactly what you want out of a big sealed box: plenty of shots at the coolest cards and enough cardboard to fuel multiple draft nights.
SEE ALSO: 100+ Black Friday deals: We found record-low prices on AirPods, MacBooks, Samsung TVs, Kindles, and NinjaAlong with other popular crossover MTG sets, like the Final Fantasy expansion, the Spider-Man set has often received praise for its fun comic-book art and the way its characters have been incorporated into the series. There are some stunning chase cards to pull — though, as always, results vary depending on luck.
Mechanically, this set leans hard into its theme: aggressive Spider-folk, villains like Venom and Green Goblin, and new tricks like Mayhem and Web-style interaction that reward you for swinging in and keeping pressure on.
Whether you’re building a Spiders-matter Commander deck, brewing a casual 60-card brawler, or just adding on-theme cards to existing piles, 30 packs give you a serious sample of what the set can do.
While buying singles is usually the most reliable path to the priciest chase cards, those increasingly high price tags make hunting them through booster boxes like these the best option.
Here are the top five most valuable chase cards you can pull in the Spider-Man Magic: The Gathering set right now:
Most valuable Magic: The Gathering — Marvel's Spider-Man cards Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / Wizards of the CoastThe Soul Stone (Cosmic Foil) #242
Near Mint Holofoil: $32,999
Market price: $1,349.75
Most recent sale: $32,999
The Soul Stone (Borderless) #243
Near Mint Holofoil: $2,111
Market price: $1,628.59
Most recent sale: $1,300
Spectacular Spider-Man (Borderless) #236
Near Mint Holofoil: $641.01
Market price: $614.28
Most recent sale: $361
Spectacular Spider-Man (Borderless) #235
Near Mint Holofoil: $650
Market price: $585.21
Most recent sale: $475
Spectacular Spider-Man (Borderless) #240
Near Mint Holofoil: $556.93
Market price: $540.50
Most recent sale: $379
If it’s more deals on cards you’re after, there are also tons of TCG deals at our Pokémon Black Friday homepage: covering the newest card sets, Nintendo Switch games, toys, and more.
As Black Friday rolls on, there are so many great deals at Amazon that its hard to keep up. There's everything from the very big, such as 65-inch TVs, to the very small, such as Bluetooth trackers. But what's a Bluetooth tracker? If you've never used one before, it could be game changer. Particularly if you’re one of those people who’s forever losing their keys, phone, wallet, bag, and other valuables.
SEE ALSO: The 17 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.The basic idea is that you attach one of these trackers to your belongings. The tracker connects to an app and if you lose that item, you can find it by following the app or prompting the tracker to emit a ring. More expensive trackers may also have more advanced technology to make finding lost items even easier. The gold standard is the Apple AirTag, which you’ll find below, but there are other models that work specifically with iOS, Android, or both. Here’s a selection of the best Bluetooth trackers deals in the Black Friday sale.
Best Black Friday Apple tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag $17.97 at AmazonPerfect for iPhone users and Apple fans in general, the Apple AirTag syncs with the Find My app and uses Ultra Wideband technology for precise locations. It makes a noise to alert you as you search for lost items, and you can share its location with up to five people. There’s also a lost mode that will alert you when the tag is detected by the wider Find My network. It’s not compatible with Android, so this one's for Apple users only.
Best Black Friday Tile tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Tile Tile by Life360 Mate $39.99 at AmazonAside from Apple, Tile Mate is the big name in Bluetooth tracker technology. The real benefit of this set — other than getting four trackers in one pack — is the fact they’re compatible with both iOS and Android. Other features include a discrete SOS alarm, allowing you to notify people if you feel unsafe, and the ability to make a lost phone ring — even when switched to silent. There’s a more colourful version available which costs more, but they're also discounted in the Black Friday deals.
Best Black Friday Eufy tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Security SmartTrack Card $23.99 at AmazonThe Eufy Security SmartTrack Card is shaped like a credit card for a reason — it’s designed to slip into your wallet and ensure you never lose that wallet ever again. Though it will just as easily slip into the back of a smartphone case, passport cover, or in your bag. It’s iOS only, which isn’t much good for Android users, but that does mean it works with Apple’s Find My app.
More Black Friday bluetooth tracker dealsUGREEN FineTrack — $9.49 $16.59 (save $6.10)
Eufy Security by Anker — $9.99 $19.99 (save $10)
Apple Certified Bluetooth Tracker Smart Card — $13.59 $15.99 (save $2.40)
N Tag 4 Pack — $15.19 $18.99 (save $3.80)
Momax Key Finder Tracker Tag — $16.97 $36.99 (save $20.02)
Tile by Life360 Slim — $19.99 $29.99 (save $10)
RSH Air Tracker Tag for Android — $21.41 $35.99 (save $14.58)
Tile by Life360 Essentials — $52.99 $74.99 (save $22)
Apple AirTag 4 Pack — $64.98 $99 (save $34.02)
Tile by Life360 Pro — $69.99 $99.99 (save $30)
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 MacBooksFor 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 AmazonWe'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 WalmartAirPods 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 WalmartThe 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 $16.99 at AmazonApple'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 calls. Plus, their built-in mic makes chatting on the go feel like a dream.
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