Smart shoppers are gearing up for the biggest shopping event of the year: Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This year, the excitement kicks off early with the first Black Friday Week beginning today, on Monday, November 18, 2024. Retailers -including Amazon- are already rolling out impressive deals and give consumers a head start on their holiday shopping.
Amazon has once again taken the lead by launching its Black Friday deals well ahead of schedule. Known for setting the pace in online retail, Amazon’s early start allows customers to take advantage of significant discounts across a wide range of products. However, Amazon isn’t the only player in this year’s Black Friday game: Samsung, Best Buy and NordVPN are joining the show.
Top deals for Black Friday (Monday, Nov 18th):
Many brands are joining the fray with their own direct deals: Samsung launched an aggressive Black Friday campaign on its official website featuring massive discounts on its latest tech offerings. For instance, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 (foldable smartphone) is available at a staggering $499, down from its original price of $1,899 thanks to instant savings and a trade-in offer. Similarly, the S24 Ultra is being offered at $499 which is a huge reduction from its usual $1,499 price tag.
In the digital services sector, NordVPN is offering a great VPN deal at a record-low price of $2.99 per month which is a 74% discount. This deal is particularly attractive for those looking to enhance their online privacy and security: it’s also our favorite VPN available. Meanwhile, the cloud storage provider pCloud is offering a lifetime 2TB storage plan for $279, down from its regular price of $599.
Black Friday Has Started
Black Friday dates back to the sixties where it was initially used to describe the heavy traffic that would occur on the day after Thanksgiving (last Thursday of November). Over time, it evolved into a major shopping event that marks the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season.
One of the most consumer-friendly aspects of this year’s Black Friday event is Amazon’s extended return policy: For all purchases made from November 1, 2024, Amazon is allowing returns until the end of January 2025. This extended window gives shoppers the confidence to buy Christmas gifts early and they know they can return or exchange items well after the holiday season.
As we dive into the first day of Black Friday Week, there are many deals already available across various product categories: The Roborock Q7 Max, a popular robot vacuum, is currently priced at $299, down from its original $599 which is a massive 50% saving for those looking to automate their home cleaning. In the home appliance sector, Samsung is offering up to $1,700 off on their refrigerators and a 45% discount on dishwashers on its official website.
Our Top Deals For Black Friday
Tech enthusiasts will find plenty to be excited about with deals like the Mac Mini M4 256GB (launched a few days ago) available at $549 which is a $50 reduction from its usual price. For those in need of portable cleaning power, the premium Dyson Outsize Origin is on offer at $399 down from $599. Apple’s AirTags, sold in a pack of four, are available for $72, reduced from $99: it’s currently among the Top 3 best-sellers in the Electronics category on Amazon.
Other noteworthy deals include the Google Wifi router at $37 which is a significant drop from its regular $169 price tag (80% off), and the Samsung T9 SSD 4TB at $292 down from $549. Home security buffs can grab the Blink outdoor camera for just $39, less than half its original $99 price. On all Amazon devices, you can expect between 40 and 80% off during early Black Friday.
For entertainment seekers, the LG 65″ OLED evo C4 TV is available at $1,496 down from its $2,699 list price while the Fire TV Stick 4K can be had for a mere $21, down from $49. Language learners might be interested in the lifetime Babbel subscription now priced at $129 instead of $599 (lowest price ever seen). Gamers haven’t been forgotten either with a huge 30% discount available on the Xbox GamePass Ultimate.
While these deals are incredibly attractive, they are subject to stock availability. As Black Friday Week progresses, popular items may sell out quickly. Therefore, you should act fast on deals you’re interested in, as waiting too long could result in missing out due to stock shortages. Remember to shop wisely, compare prices and most importantly, enjoy the thrill of finding those perfect deals to kick off your holiday shopping.
