As the year is coming to a close, many of us feel rushed, meeting deadlines, finishing off projects, or preparing for the upcoming holiday season. So how about some beautiful, wintery desktop wallpapers to sweeten up the month and get you in the mood for December and the holidays, if youre celebrating?More than thirteen years ago, we started our monthly wallpapers series here at Smashing Magazine. Its the perfect opportunity to put your creative skills to the test but also to find just the right wallpaper to accompany you through the new month. This month is no exception, of course, so following our cozy little tradition, we have a new collection of December wallpapers for you to choose from. All of them were created with love by artists and designers from across the globe and can be downloaded for free.A huge thank you to everyone who tickled their creativity and shared their designs with us. This post wouldnt exist without you. Happy December!You can click on every image to see a larger preview.We respect and carefully consider the ideas and motivation behind each and every artists work. This is why we give all artists the full freedom to explore their creativity and express emotions and experience through their works. This is also why the themes of the wallpapers werent anyhow influenced by us but rather designed from scratch by the artists themselves.Submit your wallpaper design! Feeling inspired? We are always looking for creative talent and would love to feature your desktop wallpaper in one of our upcoming posts. We cant wait to see what youll come up with!Paws-itively Festive!This holiday season, even our furry friends are getting in the spirit! Our mischievous little tree-topper has found the purr-fect perch to keep an eye on all the festivities. May your days be merry, bright, and filled with joyful surprises just like this one! Designed by PopArt Studio from Serbia.previewwith calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440without calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Merry ChristmmmDesigned by Ricardo Gimenes from Spain.previewwith calendar: 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 3840x2160without calendar: 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 3840x2160Dung BeetleDesigned by Ricardo Gimenes from Spain.previewwith calendar: 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 3840x2160without calendar: 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 3840x2160Dear Moon, Merry ChristmasDesigned by Vlad Gerasimov from Georgia.previewwithout calendar: 800x480, 800x600, 1024x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1440x960, 1600x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 2560x1600, 2880x1800, 3072x1920, 3840x2160, 5120x2880Cardinals In SnowfallDuring Christmas season, in the cold, colorless days of winter, Cardinal birds are seen as symbols of faith and warmth. In the part of America I live in, there is snowfall every December. While the snow is falling, I can see gorgeous Cardinals flying in and out of my patio. The intriguing color palette of the bright red of the Cardinals, the white of the flurries and the brown/black of dry twigs and fallen leaves on the snow-laden ground fascinates me a lot, and inspired me to create this quaint and sweet, hand-illustrated surface pattern design as I wait for the snowfall in my town! Designed by Gyaneshwari Dave from the United States.previewwithout calendar: 640x960, 768x1024, 1280x720, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1920x1080, 2560x1440The House On The River DrinaSince we often yearn for a peaceful and quiet place to work, we have found inspiration in the famous house on the River Drina in Bajina Bata, Serbia. Wouldnt it be great being in nature, away from civilization, swaying in the wind and listening to the waves of the river smashing your house, having no neighbors to bother you? Not sure about the Internet, though Designed by PopArt Studio from Serbia.previewwithout calendar: 640x480, 800x600, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Enchanted BlizzardA seemingly forgotten world under the shade of winter glaze hides a moment where architecture meets fashion and change encounters steadiness. Designed by Ana Masnikosa from Belgrade, Serbia.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Christmas CookiesChristmas is coming and a great way to share our love is by baking cookies. Designed by Maria Keller from Mexico.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 640x1136, 750x1334, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1242x2208, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 2880x1800Sweet Snowy TendernessYou know that warm feeling when you get to spend cold winter days in a snug, homey, relaxed atmosphere? Oh, yes, we love it, too! It is the sentiment we set our hearts on for the holiday season, and this sweet snowy tenderness is for all of us who adore watching the snowfall from our windows. Isnt it romantic? Designed by PopArt Studio from Serbia.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Getting HyggeTheres no more special time for a fire than in the winter. Cozy blankets, warm beverages, and good company can make all the difference when the sun goes down. Were all looking forward to generating some hygge this winter, so snuggle up and make some memories. Designed by The Hannon Group from Washington D.C.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x960, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1440, 2560x1440AnonymooseDesigned by Ricardo Gimenes from Spain.previewwithout calendar: 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 3840x2160Joy To The WorldJoy to the world, all the boys and girls now, joy to the fishes in the deep blue sea, joy to you and me. Designed by Morgan Newnham from Boulder, Colorado.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440King Of PopDesigned by Ricardo Gimenes from Spain.previewwithout calendar: 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 3840x2160Christmas WoodlandDesigned by Mel Armstrong from Australia.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440 Catch Your Perfect SnowflakeThis time of year, people tend to dream big and expect miracles. Let your dreams come true! Designed by Igor Izhik from Canada.previewwithout calendar: 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 2560x1600Trailer SantaA mid-century modern Christmas scene outside the norm of snowflakes and winter landscapes. Designed by Houndstooth from the United States.previewwithout calendar: 1024x1024, 1280x800, 1280x1024, 1440x900, 1680x1050, 2560x1440Silver WinterDesigned by Violeta Dabija from Moldova.previewwithout calendar: 1024x768, 1280x800, 1440x900, 1680x1050, 1920x1200, 2560x1440Gifts LoverDesigned by Elise Vanoorbeek from Belgium.previewwithout calendar: 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440On To The Next OneEndings intertwined with new beginnings, challenges we rose to and the ones we werent up to, dreams fulfilled and opportunities missed. The year we say goodbye to leaves a bitter-sweet taste, but were thankful for the lessons, friendships, and experiences it gave us. We look forward to seeing what the new year has in store, but, whatever comes, we will welcome it with a smile, vigor, and zeal. Designed by PopArt Studio from Serbia.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440The MatterhornChristmas is always such a magical time of year so we created this wallpaper to blend the majestry of the mountains with a little bit of magic. Designed by Dominic Leonard from the United Kingdom.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x720, 1400x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Ninja SantaDesigned by Elise Vanoorbeek from Belgium.previewwithout calendar: 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Its In The Little ThingsDesigned by Thas Lenglez from Belgium.previewwithout calendar: 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 2560x1440Ice FlowersI took some photos during a very frosty and cold week before Christmas. Designed by Anca Varsandan from Romania.previewwithout calendar: 1024x768, 1280x800, 1440x900, 1680x1050, 1920x1200SurpriseSurprise is the greatest gift which life can grant us. Designed by PlusCharts from India.previewwithout calendar: 360x640, 1024x768, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x900, 1680x1200, 1920x1080Seasons Greetings From AustraliaDesigned by Tazi Designs from Australia.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x960, 1600x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Christmas SelfieDesigned by Emanuela Carta from Italy.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 800x600, 1280x800, 1280x1024, 1440x900, 1680x1050, 2560x1440Winter WonderlandWinter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home. (Edith Sitwell) Designed by Dipanjan Karmakar from India.previewwithout calendar: 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Winter MorningEarly walks in the fields when the owls still sit on the fences and stare funny at you. Designed by Bo Dockx from Belgium.previewwithout calendar: 320x480, 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Dream What You Want To DoThe year will end, hope the last month, you can do what you want to do, seize the time, cherish yourself, expect next year we will be better! Designed by Hong Zi-Qing from Taiwan.previewwithout calendar: 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x960, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1530x900, 1600x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1440, 2560x1440Happy HolidaysDesigned by Ricardo Gimenes from Spain.previewwithout calendar: 640x480, 800x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1024x1024, 1152x864, 1280x720, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1366x768, 1400x1050, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1680x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200, 1920x1440, 2560x1440, 3840x2160

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.The M2 MacBook Air is one of a million products on sale for Black Friday this year. If you're interested in the best tech on sale today, see our best Black Friday tech deals page for a broader view of all the best discounts you can get right now. Prices are accurate as of the time of writing, but you can expect them to fluctuate and inventory to sell out, so you may not want to hesitate if you see a sale that grabs you.Apple makes some of the best laptops for the general public, and the MacBook Air series has consistently been one of its most popular. The 16 GB RAM version of the M2 MacBook Air is on sale or $749 for Black Friday (originally $999) on Amazon, the lowest price it has been according to price-tracking tools. It's available in space gray, midnight, silver, and starlight colors. 16GB RAM Apple 2022 MacBook Air Laptop with M2 chip Built for Apple Intelligence, 13.6-inch Liquid Retina Display, 256GB SSD Storage, Backlit $749.00 at Amazon $999.00 Save $250.00 Get Deal Get Deal $749.00 at Amazon $999.00 Save $250.00 This 16GB RAM version had dropped to $799 earlier this month and was an incredible value back then. Now with its current Black Friday deal, it drops another $50, making it the same price as the 8GB RAM version (before its $50 on-page coupon). Even with that $50 discount, having twice the RAM is a better deal and will make your laptop last much longer. Just earlier this year in April, the cost to double your RAM to 16GB was $200. As Tech Editor Jake Peterson explains, this could be the last laptop you ever buy.The M2 MacBook Air came out in 2022, and judging from how Apple still backs up the M1, you can expect many years of support for the M2. The M2 comes with a 13.6-inch screen with 2560 by 1664 resolution screen and a battery life of about 17 hours, according to CNET's review.If you already have an M1, here are the difference between the M1 and M2 to help you decide if the upgrade is worth it for you. If you're comparing the M2 and the M3, you can see our full breakdown comparing the two. The Best Black Friday Deals You Can Still Shop Now Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case $154.00 (List Price $249.00) Apple iPad 10.2" 256GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (2021 Release) $279.99 (List Price $479.00) Meta Quest 3S 128GB VR Headset + $75 Digital Credit $299.00 (List Price $299.00) Blink Outdoor 4 1080p Security Camera (3-Pack) $99.99 (List Price $259.99) Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $199.00 (List Price $349.00) Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Black, S/M, Sports Band) $329.00 (List Price $399.00) Samsung Odyssey G93SC 49" Dual QHD OLED Curved Monitor $949.99 (List Price $1,599.99) Deals are selected by our commerce team

I scroll through my Bluesky and Mastodon feeds every day and I sometimes grow tired of reading other people's musings and opinions on everything. Some days, I just want to catch up on just the useful links in my timeline and Sill is a new tool that lets me do just thatyou can think of Sill as an RSS feed just for the links in your Mastodon and Bluesky timelines. This is a lot like what Nuzzel used to be for links on Twitter (now X), before the service was acquired by the social network and integrated into the Twitter app.Why you should try Sill Credit: Pranay Parab Sill offers you an easy way to catch up with news, blog posts, and interesting links shared to your timeline. This means that you can steer clear of angry posts, all the chatter around big news events, memes, and other distractions. As long as you follow useful accounts that share great links, Sill's a useful tool to catch up with what's going on. Remember that the quality of your Sill feed depends on accounts you follow and the links they share, but the service has good filters to help you tailor your feed.Setting up your Sill accountThis service requires you to create an account and link it your Mastodon and Bluesky accounts. Once you do that, you'll be able to quickly see all the links on your Sill feed. The initial set up process was quite smooth for me, but Sill does ask you to turn off the "Group boost in timelines" preference in Mastodon for best results. This is required if you want to know how many people shared a particular link, which allows you to zero in on trending links on any given day.Using filters to improve your experience Credit: Pranay Parab Sill allows you to use filters to tailor your feed to your tastes. You can ask the service to hide links from reposts, which means that it'll only show the links posted directly. You can also set up your feed to show posts from the last 24 hours, 12 hours, six hours, or three hours. If you follow a lot of accounts and are only interested in the most recent links, then three hours is ideal, but for most people, the sweet spot is going to be either 12 or 24 hours.You can sort posts by popularity or recency, depending on how you want to see your feed. I prefer to see the most recent posts first, but you can try both options to see which one is ideal for you. Lastly, you can choose to filter out posts from Mastodon or Bluesky, or choose to see links from both sites. I also like Sill's mute filters. You'll find a mute button below each link, which lets you hide that particular link from your feed, or hide all links from that website. You may even visit the moderation page to mute individual keywords, which is another nice touch to keep your feed clean. The Best Black Friday Deals You Can Still Shop Now Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case $154.00 (List Price $249.00) Apple iPad 10.2" 256GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (2021 Release) $279.99 (List Price $479.00) Meta Quest 3S 128GB VR Headset + $75 Digital Credit $299.00 (List Price $299.00) Blink Outdoor 4 1080p Security Camera (3-Pack) $99.99 (List Price $259.99) Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $199.00 (List Price $349.00) Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Black, S/M, Sports Band) $329.00 (List Price $399.00) Samsung Odyssey G93SC 49" Dual QHD OLED Curved Monitor $949.99 (List Price $1,599.99) Deals are selected by our commerce team

Fans of random Love Island spinoffs rejoice! Peacock just dropped a doozy of a Black Friday deal. Customers can now sign up for a year-long subscription to the streaming service for just $20 or six months at $2 per month. Thats a discount of 75 percent, no matter which option is selected. The promotion is live right now, but ends on December 2. Peacock doesnt have the name recognition of Netflix or Hulu, but its still home to plenty of good shows and movies. Theres a reason, after all, that the platform made our list of the best streaming services. Peacock isnt just home to the aforementioned Love Island and other reality shows about love not set on islands. The streamer also airs some top-notch content like the AI-centric Mrs. Davis and the surprisingly-decent video game adaptation Twisted Metal. A Peacock subscription also allows access to SyFy shows like the underrated The Ark. Other worthwhile programs include Hysteria!, We Are Lady Parts and Killing It. There are a few little caveats. First, this subscription is the one with ads. Also, the offer is only available to new subscribers who are not currently paying for Peacock Premium or Premium Plus. Finally, its only available directly from Peacock, and not from third-party billers like Apple or Amazon. Check out all of the latest Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals here.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/peacock-black-friday-streaming-deal-grants-you-a-one-year-subscription-for-only-20-080004133.html?src=rss

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are grea times to snag stocking stuffers and tech accessories at a discount. Engadget has reviewed and tested hundreds of small-but-useful accessories including speakers, cables, smart plugs, cameras, battery packs and earbuds, and we put the best ones in our related buying guides. Right now, many of those picks are seeing discounts that put them comfortably (or just barely) below the $50 mark. After you grab a few as gifts, dont forget to grab an accessory or two for yourself. Here are the best Black Friday tech deals under $50 we could find from retailers across the web. Black Friday tech deals under $20 Amazon Amazon Echo Pop (2023) for $18 ($22 off): Amazons smallest Echo will fit in any room in your home, so Alexa can add things to your shopping list, set a timer, or answer questions (like Whats a bomb cyclone? or Who is Penelope Cruz married to?) from anywhere. Anker Nano Charger 30W USB-C for $13 ($7 off): This compact 30-watt wall charger is smaller than others of its wattage and can speedily juice up an iPhone or Android handset. Anker is one of Engadgets most recommended accessory brands and this is the model we picked for our fast charger guide. Get the same deal at Anker with an auto-applied code. Anker Nano power bank with built-in USB-C connector for $16 ($4 off): Its the size of an old-timey lipstick case but packs enough juice (and its own USB-C plug) to get a dying smartphone back in service with at least a half charge. Its one of the winners in our guide to power banks. Also direct from Anker with an auto-applied code. Halo: The Master Chief Collection for $10 ($30 off): As part of the Xbox Black Friday sale, you can save up to 55 percent on titles (some titles are going as low as $5). A number of our top picks for the best Xbox games are included in the sale, including this Halo collection, Death Stranding: Directors Cut, Street Fighter 6 and Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred. And if youre looking for more deals on game titles, check out Jeff Dunns Black Friday gaming roundup. Glocusent Tri-head clip-on book light for $16 ($4 off): Glocusents book light can stand on a desk or clip to a book and casts a wide swath of light across the widest of pages. Its a pick in our book lovers gift guide. Beshon European travel plug adapter (two-pack) for $13 ($6 off with Prime): If youre planning any trips abroad, take one of these, as Engadgets Valentina Palladino recommends in our gifts for travelers guide. They come in versions made for Ireland, China and Japan, too. Elden Ring (PS4,PS5, Xbox) for $20 ($40 off): One of our favorite games is down to the best price weve tracked. It feels impressively handmade despite its epic scale that feels big but never superfluous. Also at Amazon. Amazon Smart Plug for $13 ($12 off): If you rely on Alexa as your smart home assistant, this is an affordable and reliable way to control your lamps, fans and Christmas lights. It was one of the more reliable and fuss-free plugs I tested. Anker Nano II 713 Charger (45W) for $20 ($20 off): This 45-watt charger has a single USB-C port and will let you take advantage of the faster charging speeds newer devices offer (just make sure you have an equally robust cable). Its one of the picks in our iPad accessories guide. Also at Anker with an auto-applied code. Chipolo ONE for $20 ($5 off): Our favorite Bluetooth tracker overall is loud, compact and readily tells you when youve left your keys (or whatever else you attach them to) behind. If youre looking for a finding network to locate things youve lost out in the wild, this isnt the one to get, but for everyday locating misplaced keys in the house, this is great. Belkin Apple AirTag secure holder for $15 ($5 off): AirTags are great, and we recommend them for iPhone users, but they have no built-in method for attaching them. This is one of the gizmos we recommend in our guide to secure the tag to your luggage and more. Also at Amazon. Elevation Lab TagVault (2 Pack) for $16 ($4 off with Prime): Another recommendation from our guide, Elevation Labs fabric mount is ideal for sticking an AirTag inside your coat, backpack or anything else you want to track. Also at Elevation Lab without Prime. PopSockets Phone Grip for $15 ($15 off): You can save 50 percent on the Pop Socket we recommend in our guide to iPhone accessories. Many other PopSockets are on sale directly from PopSocket for Black Friday. J-Tech Digital Ergonomic Mouse for $17 ($8 off): The best budget ergo mouse has a vertical grip thats a little wider than others of its ilk, which we found to be more comfortable. There are RGB lights, which can be fun. But which can also be turned off. WAVLINK USB-C hub for $13 ($13 off): The budget pick in our guide to USB-C hubs has an HDMI port, three USB connections (two type-A and one type-C) plus a generous 10-inch cable to give you more options when plugging into your laptop or tablet. Anker USB-C 240W Bio-Braided cable for $12 ($5 off): A fast charger wont do much if the cable isnt rated to handle the wattage. This 240W Anker cable is pulled from our list of the best iPhone accessories and will charge those devices (or any other rechargeable item with a USB-C port) as quickly as the brick and device will allow. Peak Design Packable Tote for $16 ($4 off): We recommend this handy bag in our gift guide for travelers. We like that it zips shut, is water resistant and has a padded shoulder/hand strap. Plus it packs into itself and takes up just a little more room than a deck of cards. The Best Black Friday subscription deals under $50 Max / Engadget Disney+ Hulu bundle (one-year) for $36 ($96 off): This Disney+ Black Friday deal gets you the ad-supported tiers of both Disney+ and Hulu (known as the Duo Basic bundle) for only $3 per month for one year. It's one of the best streaming deals of the seasons since it gives you the ability to catch up on all those classic Disney holiday movies, and the thousands of episodes of TV that Hulu has. Max subscription for $18 (6-month) ($42 off): You can get six months of Max with Ads for $2.99 monthly instead of the usual $9.99. The subscription will automatically renew at that rate each month until the end of the promo period, when it'll automatically renew for the full $10. New and returning subscribers are eligible through Max.com, Roku, Apple and other streaming ecosystems, but is only open to new subscribers via Amazon Fire TV. Paramount+ Showtime (two months) for $6 ($20 off): New and former subscribers can get two months of Paramount+ Essential (with ads, usually $8 monthly) or Paramount+ with Showtime (ad-free, usually $13 monthly) for just $3 per month. It's one of our favorite streaming services and the best place to watch as much Star Trek as you want. As with all subscriptions, remember the standard pricing will auto-renew after two months. Peacock (one year) for $20 for ($75 off): New and returning subscribers can get a full year of Peacock for just $20. It's also one of our favorite streamings services and has some excellent shows like Mrs. Davis, Poker Face and Killing It. Note this is the ad-supported tier, it is only available through Peacock's website and will auto renew after the year is up. Audible Premium Plus (3-month) for $1 ($29 off): If you dont currently subscribe to Audible you can get three months of the audiobook service's Premium Plus plan for $1. The service is usually $15 per month after a 30-day free trial. Premium Plus gives you access to the Audible Plus library, and lets you keep one title from a curated selection of audiobooks each month. Amazon Kindle Unlimited for $0 for one month ($12 off): Amazon's ebook subscription service gives you access to a selected catalog of thousands titles for unlimited reading as well as some Audible audiobooks and magazines. Prime members can get two months for only $5. Headspace annual plan for $35 ($35 off): Our top pick for the best meditation app has tons of courses that address specific anxieties and worries, a good in-app search engine that makes it easy to find the right meditation you need, and additional yoga routines, podcasts and music sessions to try out. Black Friday tech deals under $30 Photo by Amy Skorheim / Engadget Amazon Echo Dot (5th gen) for $23 ($27 off): The Dot is Amazons most popular Echo speaker, delivering Alexas helpful assistance in a softball-sized package that puts out surprisingly decent sound. We named it the best smart speaker under $50. It also has an internal sensor that can tell you the temp in the room and trigger connected thermostat functions. You can also get it with a free smart bulb for the same price. Amazon Echo Dot Kids for $28 ($32 off): The kids version is basically the same smart speaker but comes in a cute dragon or own skin and includes a years subscription to Amazon Kids+. Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 for $21 ($9 off): If you have a Samsung smartphone, this is the tracker we recommend. The finding network isnt as vast as Apples, but in our tests, the accuracy was good and the physical design is one of the best of its kind. Loop Experience 2 ear plugs for $28 ($7 off): Engadgets Billy Steele reviewed the Loop Switch 2 earbuds at a concert and was impressed by what he heard (and didnt hear). While the Switch model has three settings, these plugs just offer one level of noise dampening and the Experience setting is the one Billy liked best. Roku Streaming Stick 4K for $29 ($21 off): On our list of the best streaming devices we named the Roku Streaming Stick 4K the best pick for those wanting an ocean of free and live content. By combining Rokus own free channels with content from other FAST apps this simple stick turns any screen into a portal to a near-infinite amount of movies and shows that you wont pay a dime for. Also at Target and direct from Roku for $1 more. Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $28 ($12 off): Ankers Soundcore brand proves the accessory brand can make some excellent electronics and we named a number of Soundcore audio devices to our buying guides. This is one of the smaller and more affordable models from Anker and its currently back to one of its lowest prices yet. Anker Nano 3-in-1 10K portable charger for $30 ($15 off): A top pick in our best power banks guide, this 10K brick has a built-in USB-C cable so you don't need to remember to bring one with you, plus it has an extra USB-C port for charging other devices. Also at Anker within an auto-applied code. HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 gaming headset for $30 ($20 off): Though we ultimately recommend getting an external mic along with your wired headphones if you need to chat while playing, the Cloud Stinger 2 is our pick for a budget gaming headset. Also at Best Buy and direct from Hyper. Photo by Amy Skorheim / Engadget Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A (4-pack) for $30 ($20 off): Our favorite smart plug overall connects to all the major smart home platforms, including from Apple, Google and Amazon. Its perfectly simple to set up, stays connected and makes it easy to make your lights do what you want them to. Also at B&H Photo. TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Extender (RE315) for $23 ($27 off): This is our pick for the best budget Wi-Fi extender. It's easy to set up and offers good performance for the price. Just keep in mind it has smaller (1,500 square-foot) coverage and no support for Wi-Fi 6e. EarFun Free 2S wireless earbuds for $25 ($15 off): These dont sound as sharp as other budget earbuds we recommend and theres no noise cancellation or transparency mode, but if you need a pair of earbuds under $50 (or under $30 now) these are decently comfortable with a sound thats a bit richer than others in its price range. Amazon Echo Buds for $25 ($25 off): Our favorite budget earbuds with an open ear design are made by Amazon. They dont go all the way in your ear so youll hear more of whats going on around you. The sound is decently separated, though we recommend tweaking the EQ in the Alexa app to bring down the treble a touch. Anker USB-C Hub 341 for $25 ($10 off): Ankers seven-port hub lets you use a range of extras with your tablet, which is why we named it one of the best accessories for an iPad. In addition to extra USB connections, you also get a microSD and standard SD card slots. Logitech Signature M650 wireless mouse for $30 ($5 off): This portable mouse is great for anyone who changes locations when they work because it connects quickly and easily slips in a pack. Its one of the gifts we recommend in our stocking stuffer guide. Also at Staples and direct from Logitech. Baseus 30W Magnetic Power Bank for $25 ($20 off): An honorable mention in our battery guide, this small Baseus bank delivers a fast charge either wirelessly for MagSafe compatible iPhones or via the attached USB-C cable. Betrayal at The House on The Hill board game for $30 ($26 off): This one made the list in our board game gift guide as a good pick for horror fans. Three to six players explore a haunted mansion, working together until one player reveals themselves as the traitor. It comes with 50 scenarios to keep you entertained evening after evening. Mysterium board game for $30 ($25 off): Our own Valentina Palladino recommends this game to anyone who loves a good mystery. It takes Clue to the next level and is best played with friends and family on a dark and stormy night. Settlers of Catan board game for $25 ($19 off): It's hard to find anyone into board games who hasn't yet played Catan, but this trading and settling game is a classic for a reason. Get it and prepare for some lively sheep bartering. Black Friday tech deals under $40 Photo by Amy Skorheim / Engadget Xbox Wireless Controller for $40 ($20 off): Weve seen this deal before, but its a decent discount on a necessary accessory. The brighter colors are $45, but if you're happy with the standard-issue black or white, you'll save the most. Also at Best Buy and Target. Anker 525 charging station for $36 ($30 off): This is one of the handy items that makes working from home easier, as we recommend in our WFH gift guide. It offers four USB ports up front (both Type-A and Type-C) and three extra AC plugs in the back. Blink Mini 2 (two-pack) for $35 ($35 off): The newest Blink Mini wired security camera came out earlier this year and it supports 1080p video recordings, a wider field of view than the previous model and improved low-light performance. It may be wired, but you can use it outside with the $10 weather-resistant adapter. JBL Go 4 for $40 ($10 off): JBLs smallest portable speaker has up to seven hours of battery life on a charge, has an IP67 waterproof rating and has a tiny built-in carry strap so you can bring it wherever you go. Also at JBL and Best Buy. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $33 ($27 off): Amazon's most powerful dongle supports 4K streaming with Dolby Vision, Wi-Fi 6E and live picture-in-picture mode so you can see security camera feeds directly on your TV as you're watching a show or movie. In addition to being a solid streamer, it also makes a good retro gaming device. Anker 633 Magnetic Battery for $40 ($15 off): Choose from a MagSafe option or the 20W Power Delivery port via a USB-C cable (which charges things faster). The handy kickstand means you can look at your phone while it charges and that port lets you charge non-MagSafe devices too. Blink Outdoor 4 (2023) $38 ($52 off): Amazons latest outdoor Blink camera works well (and only) with Alexa, letting you check on your surroundings using the app or a compatible display (like an Echo Show or a Fire TV. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for $40 ($30 off): Engadgets Mat Smith gave this title a favorable review earlier this year. It helps if youve played its predecessor and its absolutely stuffed with things to do. This is a new low for the PS5 exclusive. Govee Smart LED Light Bars for $35 ($15 off): We like Govees playful smart lights and recommend the brand in our guide to smart bulbs. These light bars made the list in our stocking stuffer gift guide thanks to their versatility (they can stand up, lay flat or be mounted) and theres no end to the multiple colors and sequences you can program. Razer Basilisk V3 ergonomic gaming mouse for $40 ($30 off): This is the gaming option in our guide to the best ergonomic mice. Its super light and glides across multiple surfaces. The buttons are customizable and the thumb rest is comfortable. Also at Amazon. UGREEN Revodok Pro 109 USB-C hub for $38 ($16 off): The top pick in our buying guide to USB-C hubs has a good array of ports, the ability to support two 4K monitors, and a nice long host cable so you can easily arrange it on your desk. Moft Tripod iPhone Wallet for $40 ($10 off with Prime): Moft's origami-inspired accessories tend to be clever and surprisingly useful. This one is no different, combining a single-card wallet with a dual-height stand. I was impressed with the sturdiness of the stand in such a thin package. If you don't need to carry a single card, the wallet-less version is $32 right now. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $40 ($30 off): Nintendo announced its Black Friday deals early, but they didnt go live until November 25. The big callout here is Tears of the Kingdom. We found the game to be an absolute delight as it builds on all of the concepts and story introduced in Breath of the Wild. Keychron C3 Pro mechanical keyboard for $33 at Amazon ($25 off, Prime only): Heres a decent mechanical keyboard thats surprisingly affordable. The C3 Pro is the budget pick in our keyboard buying guide. We found the keycaps a bit slick, but its typing feel and sound are still levels above the membrane boards you usually find in this price range. Sony SRS-XB100 wireless Bluetooth speaker for $38 ($20 off): We named this compact speaker in our guide to holiday gifts under $100. It delivers impressive bass for its size, has an IP67 rating, making it dust- and waterproof, and goes for 16 hours on a charge. Black Friday tech deals under $50 Amazon JBL Clip 5 for $49.95 ($30 off): JBL makes a good number of the winners in our guide to the best Bluetooth speakers. We didnt review this one formally for our guide, but its one of the more affordable models the brand makes and the clip plus dunkable water resistance makes it easy to bring JBLs signature dynamic range just about anywhere. Also at Walmart. Twelve South AirFly Pro for $44 ($11 off): Some in-flight screens let you connect your AirPods via Bluetooth. Some dont. TwelveSouths handy gadget will help if you get stuck in the latter situation. It plugs into the 3.5mm jack and sends the audio to your earbuds wirelessly. Of course itll also work when youre on the ground too. We recommend it in our gifts for dads guide. Ring pan and tilt security camera for $50 ($30 off): This security camera joined the Ring lineup only a few months ago, and this is the best price we've seen on it. It's part of a larger Ring sale that discounts home security gear by up to 50 percent (though many of those deals hit above the $50 mark). Amazon Echo Show 5 (2023) for $45 ($45 off): The newest Echo Show 5 made our list of the best smart displays because it doubles as a stellar alarm clock with the auto-dimming screen, tap-to-snooze feature and a sunrise alarm. Plus the tiny, five-inch screen is perfect for a nightstand. Also, oddly, at Best Buy. Amazon Echo Spot (2024) $45 ($35 off): The mini display just shows simple data like the time, weather or song thats playing while the other half of the circle plays music. Its an updated version of a model Amazon discontinued a couple of years ago and now its back. Elecom Nestout power bank 15,000mAh for $48 ($12 off): For outdoor charging, this is one of the few portable batteries that can handle a dunk in water (as long as youve remembered to screw on the port covers). We recommend it in our guide and particularly like the handy accessories like a tripod stand and light that you can buy to go on it. Also at Nestout for $1 more. 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller for $48 at Amazon ($12 off, Prime only): Engadgets Jeff Dunn raved about this wireless gamepad for Switch and PC, calling it comfortable with durable Hall effect joysticks that should avoid the drift sensation that plagues many modern controllers. Also at Best Buy. Soundcore by Anker Space A40 wireless earbuds for $45 ($35 off): Our top budget wireless earbuds are just $5 shy of their all time low. They have outstanding active noise cancellation for the price and offer a warm and pleasant default sound. Ultimate Ears Mini Roll for $50 ($30 off): This less-than-a-pound sound maker came out at the same time as the Everboom and is the smallest speaker in UEs lineup. Its IP67 rated to be dust- and waterproof and can crank out 85 decibels of volume impressive for something so small. Also at Amazon and B&H Photo. Tribit StormBox Micro 2 for $45 ($38 off with coupon): This is the smallest speaker in our guide and it can go with you anywhere with the built-in strap. It pumps out impressive volume for its size and can go for 12 hours on a charge. The audio isnt the highest fidelity, but this is more about bringing the vibes than emitting flawless musical clarity. Also directly from Tribit (see price in cart). Anker PowerConf C200 2K webcam for $48 ($12 off): The budget pick in our buying guide to webcams is back down to a low its hit a few times before. We like the excellent video clarity and easy set up and customization. Also at Anker with a coupon code. Thermacell Mosquito Repeller for $43 ($8 off): The mosquitos may be gone for the winter, but we all know they'll be back next year. This is one of the few mosquito-repelling products we recommend, so grab one now for a less irritating summer next year. Lego Star Wars: A New Hope Boarding The Tantive IV for $44 (20 percent off): This set recreates the scene in which Darth Vader and his Stormtroopers battled the Rebels, and it includes seven Star Wars minifigures. Also at Target. Expired Black Friday deals Ransom Notes board game for $28 ($7 off): Engadgets Karissa Bell recommends this party board game in our gift guide thanks to its hilarity-inspiring appeal. It forces players to communicate complex concepts using a given number of word magnet tiles. OtterBox Performance Fast Charge Power Bank 20,000 mAh for $32 ($23 off): This is the larger-capacity model of the mid-range battery we recommend in our guide to power banks. Not only does it look cool, its durable and charges up a phone quickly through either the USB-C or USB-A port. Check out all of the latest Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals here.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-70-best-black-friday-tech-deals-under-50-164632476.html?src=rss

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