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The best Black Friday deals weve found (so far)
Now that Thanksgiving is done and dusted, the holiday weve actually been waiting for is here: Black Friday. The biggest shopping event of the year has officially kicked off, folks, and as expected, there is a dizzying array of deals available just about everywhere you look. Thankfully, we at The Verge know a thing or two about how to find the best deals.Many of the writers and editors at The Verge have spent years testing and toying with various gadgets, many of which can be found in our buying guides, reviews, and deal coverage. Our team has also spent more hours than we care to admit sifting through spreadsheets and retailer listings, cross-checking prices and our own recommendations to pull together a list of deals that earn our stamp of approval.Below, youll find deals on everything from Sonos speakers and the PlayStation 5 to Apples latest AirPods Pro, the newest Kindle, and even streaming services like Hulu. Weve also added a few non-tech goodies from our Favorites program, like Hotos electric screwdriver and the AeroPress Original. Well be continuously updating this roundup as more deals drop throughout the day, so keep checking back!RelatedFeatured dealsApple AirPods Pro 2$154$25038% off$154$154$25038% offThe second-gen AirPods Pro improve upon Apples original pair with much better noise cancellation, sound quality, and onboard volume controls. The latest refresh also ships with a USB-C charging case, as opposed to Lightning.Read our review.Hulu (monthly subscription)$1$1090% off$1$1$1090% offUntil December 2nd at 11:59PM PT, youcan get a year of ad-supported Hulufor 99 cents a month or $11.88 for the year. You can also get a Hulu with Disney Plus bundle for $2.99 a month for the next year.$1 at Hulu (with ads) $3 at Hulu and Disney Plus (with ads)UE Miniroll$50$8038% off$50$50$8038% offUltimate Ears latest disc-shaped Bluetooth speaker is small and affordable, with a built-in strap for attaching it to your belongings. It also charges via USB-C and features an IP67 rating against dust and water, along with up to 12 hours of battery life.Kindle Paperwhite (2024)$130$16019% off$130$130$16019% offAmazons latest Kindle Paperwhite features a larger seven-inch display and noticeably faster performance. It also boasts longer battery life than the previous model, retains IPX8 waterproofing, and includes a USB-C port.TheLegend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom$30$7057% off$30$30$7057% offTears of the Kingdom is the latest installment in the Zelda franchise. The storyline and gameplay are similar to Breath of the Wilds, but enough has changed to make Links return to Hyrule plenty special. Read our review.$30 at Walmart (digital)$40 at Best Buy (physical)Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses$239$29920% off$239$239$29920% offDeveloped by both Ray-Ban and Meta, the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses can perform a range of tasks, including playing music and capturing photos and videos. Read our review.Philips Hue Festavia string lights $154$22030% off$154$154$22030% offThese smart lights have beautiful colors, a nice selection of festive scenes, and an easy-to-use app. They are super reliable when paired with a Hue Bridge and also work over Bluetooth. They come in two lengths, work with all the major smart home platforms, and are Matter-compatible.2022 Apple iPad (64GB, Wi-Fi)$250$34928% off$250$250$34928% offApples 10th-gen iPad is the successor to the older ninth-gen model. In exchange for its revised design, landscape-oriented webcam, USB-C port, larger 10.9-inch screen, and faster processor, it ditched the headphone jack and home button. Read our review.Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit$30$7057% off$30$30$7057% offHotos electric screwdriver is perfect for making small to medium-sized repairs around the house. In addition to a USB-C port, the screwdriver comes with a magnetic case and 25 steel bits.Nintendo Switch Pro Controller$50$7029% off$50$50$7029% offThe Switch Pro released alongside the Switch console in 2017, and its a tough controller to beat. It offers an unmatched set of features (HD rumble, motion controls, NFC), and its one of the most comfortable Switch controllers out there.Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra $1100$180039% off$1100$1100$180039% offWith top-notch vacuuming performance, an easy-to-use app, and built-in voice control, the S8 MaxV Ultra is a superb vacuum and good mop. It features Roborocks best obstacle avoidance, innovative features like dirt detection, and a hands-free dock that makes it an expensive but excellent choice.Glocusent book light$18$2218% off$18$18$2218% offGlocuscents book light hangs around your neck to illuminate whatever youre reading, while offering adjustable brightness and warmth settings.$18 at Amazon$56$56$10044% offAnkers MagGo Magnetic Charging Station 8-in-1 is a wireless charging stand capable of delivering Qi2 speeds (15W) of power to newer iPhone models. The magnetic, orb-shaped gadget also features a three-outlet power strip and multiple USB-C and USB-A ports.$56 at Amazon$56 at Anker (with code WS7DV2NMENHH)The best Apple dealsApple AirTag (four-pack)$73$9926% off$73$73$9926% offApples AirTags are unobtrusive, waterproof, and tap into the massive Find My network for out-of-range locating. Read our review.2022 Apple Watch SE (40mm, GPS) $149$24940% off$149$149$24940% offThe latest SE borrows a few features from the Series 8, including the same chipset and Crash Detection feature, but its an otherwise subtle upgrade from the last-gen SE. Read our review.Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS)$329$39918% off$329$329$39918% offThe Apple Watch Series 10 has a larger, wide-angle OLED display with up to 30 percent more screen area. Its also thinner and lighter than its predecessors. Read our review.You can buy the last-gen iPad with Wi-Fi and 64GB of storage for its all-time low of $199.99 ($129 off) at Best Buy and Target. The 2021 tablet features a smaller 10.2-inch screen than the newer model, a slower A13 Bionic chip, and a Lightning charging port. However, its still snappy enough for streaming, browsing the web, sending emails, and performing other typical tablet tasks, making it great for kids or anybody looking for an affordable tablet. It even features a 3.5mm headphone jack a welcome rarity.If you want the latest and greatest, the new iPad Mini is available at Amazon with Wi-Fi and 128GB of storage starting at $459 ($40 off), or at Best Buy for $469 ($30 off). Apples 8.3-inch tablet is pretty similar to the outgoing model from 2021, only it features faster Wi-Fi speeds and support for the newer Apple Pencil Pro. It also leverages the new Apple A17 Pro chip, which allows for various AI-based Apple Intelligence features. Read our review.Verizon is offering up to $1,000 off an iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max and up to $830 off an iPhone 16 when you trade in any phone in any condition, provided youre signed on to a select Unlimited plan. AT&T is also offering $1,000 off the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max or $830 off an iPhone 16 with trade-in. You can get the same Verizon and AT&T deals through Best Buy, in which case youll get a $100 Best Buy gift card with your purchase.13-inch MacBook Air with M2 (2022)$749$99925% off$749$749$99925% offThe 2022 MacBook Air is a thin, lightweight device powered by Apples M2 chip. The M2 model touts an improved 1080p webcam and a better display than its predecessor, while retaining features like long battery life and MagSafe charging. Read our review.$749 at Amazon (256GB SSD, 16GB RAM)$749 at Best Buy (256GB SSD, 16GB RAM)13-inch Apple MacBook Air M3 (2024) $844$109923% off$844$844$109923% offThe MacBook Air M3 is a jack-of-all-trades, with a balanced combination of performance and power efficiency. It also now supports dual displays with the lid closed, and the storage speed is noticeably faster. You dont need to think about if this laptop will meet your needs it just will. Read our review.$844 at Amazon (16GB / 256GB SSD)$849 at Best Buy (16GB / 256GB SSD)If you want a larger laptop from Apple, the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air with base 256GB storage and 16GB of RAM is going for $1,044 ($255 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. Thats matching the lowest price weve seen for Apples larger Air, which sports an excellent display and a couple of extra speakers over the 13-inch that sound great.The M4-powered iMac is on sale starting at $1,149 ($150 off) at Amazon with an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU M4 chip, 16GB of memory, and 256GB of storage when you clip the on-page coupon. Its a shame the base model only comes with four ports, but otherwise, the iMac is a good desktop computer that offers minor upgrades over its predecessor, including faster performance and a better 12MP webcam with support for Apples Center Stage feature. And, of course, the 24-inch display continues to come in a number of fun colors. Read our review.You can buy Apples official iPhone 16 Clear Case with MagSafefrom Amazon starting at$37 ($12 off), which is its best price yet. Apple designed the polycarbonate case so that it works well with the iPhone 16s newCamera Control button. The company also added a glossy scratch-resistant coating, likely after many complained about how last yearsFineWoven casesscratched easily.If you prefer to buy first-party, starting on November 29th,Apple will also be hosting its own rare sales event. You can get up to $200 on select MacBook Airs, while certain iPads will net you $100 in credit. Apple will also give you anywhere between $25- $75 in credit when you purchase select iPhones, AirPods, styli, streaming devices, and more.The best wireless earbuds and headphone dealsBeats Solo 4$100$20050% off$100$100$20050% offWith lossless USB-C audio, 50-hour battery life, Find My, spatial audio, and more comfy ear cups, the Beats Solo 4 gained significant quality-of-life improvements over their eight-year-old predecessors. They still deliver that bass-rich Beats sound, too. Read our review.Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds$229$29923% off$229$229$29923% offWith dynamic, rich sound and the best noise cancellation available in true wireless earbuds, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are a terrific pick if you want to listen to your music in peace. Read our review.Jabra may have stopped selling consumer earbuds, but that doesnt there arent discounts available on the existing models. Right now, for instance, you can purchase theJabra Elite 10Gen 2 for an all-time low of $199.99 ($80 off) at Amazon and Best Buy.In addition to noise cancellation, the semi-openElite 10 come with an LE Audio charging case, which lets youwirelessly transmit audio from an external device. They also feature physical buttons and support other essentials, including multipoint Bluetooth connectivity.You can also pick up Jabras Elite 8 Active Gen 2 for $169.99 ($60 off) at Amazon and
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