The Verge’s guide to Black Friday 2025
As the holiday season kicks off with gatherings and feasting, the excitement transitions to one of the biggest shopping events of the year: Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This year, savvy shoppers can take advantage of significant discounts on a wide range of gadgets and electronics, from laptops and OLED TVs to noise-canceling headphones. With many retailers offering steep markdowns, now is the perfect time to snag those coveted items you may have missed during Amazon Prime Day or recent sales events. Notably, the deals extend beyond just the day itself, with discounts expected to last throughout the weekend leading up to Cyber Monday on December 1st.
However, it’s essential to remain mindful of the economic landscape, particularly the ongoing tariff situation in the U.S., which could lead to increased prices on certain goods, including Sonos speakers and video game consoles. Despite these potential price hikes, consumers can still find substantial savings through well-researched deals and strategic shopping tips. For instance, popular items like Apple’s M4 MacBook Air, various models of AirPods, and the LG B5 OLED TV are seeing discounts of up to 50% or more. Additionally, platforms like Disney Plus, Hulu, and HBO Max are offering subscription deals that can save users over 60%. The article emphasizes that with careful planning and awareness of the best times to shop, consumers can navigate this bustling shopping weekend effectively while avoiding inflated prices.
To help shoppers make the most of their Black Friday experience, the article highlights a curated list of the best deals currently available. Some standout offers include the Meta Quest 3S with a $50 discount, the latest Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds at a reduced price, and various tech gadgets like the Fire TV Stick 4K Max and the DualSense Edge controller. Moreover, consumers can benefit from tips on price-matching policies, shipping, and return policies from major retailers, ensuring a smoother shopping experience. With so many enticing deals available, this Black Friday weekend promises to be a fantastic opportunity for tech enthusiasts and holiday shoppers alike to find great gifts and personal treats at unbeatable prices.
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Now that we’ve already gathered with friends and family to dine on our favorite foods, the real feast has begun. I’m talking, of course, about Black Friday and the full weekend of shopping that leads into Cyber Monday on December 1st.
Many of the gadgets we recommend to readers have received steep discounts that’ll likely last throughout both events, allowing you to save on
laptops
,
OLED TVs
,
noise-crushing headphones
, and everything in between. If you didn’t get what you wanted during Amazon Prime Day or the retailer’s most recent sales event, now’s your chance.
However, this holiday season could be a more costly affair than you may expect due to the
ongoing tariff situation
in the US; The price of
Sonos speakers
,
video game consoles
,
cameras
, and other goods continues to climb. The good news is that our deep, well-vetted deals coverage can help you avoid the higher price tags. We also have tips on
how to find the best deals
and
when to shop
, and we’ll continue to highlight notable discounts throughout the busy shopping weekend — regardless of which retailer you prefer.
The 194 best Black Friday deals you can still shop — a ton of tech is over half off
The best Black Friday deals you can still get on AirTags, iPad, and other Apple gear
My favorite Black Friday TV deals from Samsung, Sony, and others are up to 50% off
You can save 50 percent on robovacs from Roborock and Eufy for Black Friday
Disney Plus, Hulu, and HBO Max are all over 60 percent off for Black Friday
Apple’s last-gen AirPods Pro 2 are down to their lowest price to date
LG’s brilliant B5 OLED TV is already down to just $530 for Black Friday
Bose’s latest QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are $50 off ahead of Black Friday
Apple’s slim M4 MacBook Air is cheaper than ever ahead of Black Friday
Every current-gen Fitbit is already heavily discounted for Black Friday
The Meta Quest 3S is $50 off and comes with a $50 gift card and a game
Google’s TV Streamer (4K) is down to its best price to date ahead of Black Friday
Breakout Tech Deals
Every current-gen Fitbit is already heavily discounted for Black Friday
Google’s TV Streamer (4K) is down to its best price to date ahead of Black Friday
Apple’s slim M4 MacBook Air is cheaper than ever ahead of Black Friday
Bose headphones and earbuds return to all-time lows for Black Friday
LG’s brilliant B5 OLED TV is already down to just $530 for Black Friday
Bose’s latest QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are $50 off ahead of Black Friday
Apple’s last-gen AirPods Pro 2 are down to their lowest price to date
The Meta Quest 3S is $50 off and comes with a $50 gift card and a game
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is back down to $35, its best price in a year
The DualSense Edge has fallen to one of the lowest we’ve seen for Black Friday
Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 just got their biggest discount ahead of Black Friday
The M4 MacBook Air is one of the best Apple deals you can get for Black Friday
Aura’s latest, gift-worthy digital photo frame is $30 off for Black Friday
You can pick up 32GB of DDR5 RAM with a whole PC for $999 for Black Friday
Ninja’s versatile Creami ice cream maker hits an all-time low for Black Friday
The Super Mario Galaxy bundle for the Switch is 20 percent off today only
The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are still at their all-time low for Black Friday
There’s still time to grab a PS5 or PS5 Pro for $100 off for Black Friday
Twelve South’s magnetic PowerBug charger is 20 percent off for Black Friday
The Oura Ring 4 is still at its lowest price ever for Black Friday
You can get a four-pack of AirTags for just over $60, the lowest price ever
Apple’s most affordable iPad is over 20 percent off for Black Friday
Tessan’s 140W Universal Travel Adapter has hit a new all-time low
Hallmark’s Mario and Toad Christmas ornaments are less than $10 for Black Friday
The best Black Friday deals on Apple AirPods — up to 47 percent off
Dreame’s X40 Ultra is arguably the best robovac deal you can grab for Black Friday
HBO Max is offering one of the best Black Friday deals we’ve seen this year
My favorite e-reader is at its lowest price ever for Black Friday
You can grab two months of Paramount Plus with Showtime for $2.99 a month
The best gaming headset I tried this year is $30 off for Black Friday
Philips Hue’s Festavia string lights are nearly $60 off (and still available) for Black Friday
One of our favorite Switch 2 controllers is 20 percent off right now
Battlefield 6 is already 24 percent off for Black Friday
Microsoft’s latest 13-inch Surface Laptop is down to $549.99, a new record low price
Apple TV is over half off for six months during Black Friday
Apple’s AirPods 4 are on sale starting at just $69 for Black Friday
You can grab a year of Disney Plus and Hulu for just $5 a month for Black Friday
Sony’s last-gen XM4 headphones are over 50 percent off for Black Friday
Apple’s cheapest iPad is already $70 off for Black Friday
The Oura Ring 4 has dropped to its lowest price yet for Black Friday
Sony’s PlayStation Portal just got a rare discount for Black Friday
The Asus Falcata Hall effect split gaming keyboard is $140 off right now
Amazon’s latest entry-level Kindle has fallen to a new low for Black Friday
Sony’s DualSense Edge is $25 off ahead of Black Friday
The best AR glasses are cheaper than ever during Black Friday
The PlayStation 5 Slim and Pro are on sale for Black Friday
Sony’s entire DualSense lineup is $20 off, including the limited edition models
The Steam Deck LCD is 20 percent off for Black Friday
News and Tips
How to shop like a pro during Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Here are the price-matching policies for Best Buy, GameStop, and others
How to sign up for Amazon Prime
Here’s when the Black Friday sales start at Walmart, Target, and other retailers
Here are the shipping and return policies for all the big-name retailers
Nintendo’s upcoming Black Friday sale includes up to $30 off Switch classics
Sony is taking $100 off its PS5 consoles for Black Friday
I’ve covered Black Friday deals for ten years, ask me anything
I’m out of reasons to recommend Apple’s M1 MacBook Air, even at $600
Category Deals
The Apple deals worth shopping before Black Friday (and the discounts to expect)
These laptops are still steeply discounted for Black Friday — many are over $400 off
My favorite Black Friday TV deals from Samsung, Sony, and others are up to 50% off
My favorite Nintendo Switch 2 accessories are heavily discounted for Black Friday
The best Black Friday deals you can still get on AirTags, iPad, and other Apple gear
Some of our favorite Blu-rays are cheaper than ever during Black Friday
These 50 handpicked Black Friday deals are still available for $50 or less
Here are 40+ deals that are at an all-time low for Black Friday
We found 40 surprisingly good Black Friday deals you can still grab for $30 or less
Black Friday deals that are most popular with Verge readers
Disney Plus, Hulu, and HBO Max are all over 60 percent off for Black Friday
Bose, Sony, and Apple headphones are cheaper than ever for Black Friday
The best Black Friday deals I’ve seen on some of my favorite smart home gear
Black Friday deals on chargers and power banks we love from Anker and more
You can save 50 percent on robovacs from Roborock and Eufy for Black Friday
We found Black Friday deals on our favorite tech, and most are under $50
Bose and Sony headphones are up to $200 off in the run-up to Black Friday
These Lego kits for kids and adults are up to 50% off for Black Friday
Some of the best Nintendo Switch games are up to $30 off for Black Friday
