Amazon started its Black Friday deals early, but should you shop them?
Shopping events do seem to start earlier every year, but this year it makes sense with supply shortages. Amazon's starts now, but should you shop it?
This is the top-selling tech gear of Black Friday 2020
Black Friday 2020 set a new record for online shopping after customers dropped $9 billion on a range of products, with tech gear proving as popular as ever.
Americans all ready for some shopping therapy this weekend
The Black Friday shopping frenzy is almost here, with a new survey revealing the average amount customers are expected to spend over the next few days.
The history of Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year
The history of Black Friday began 150 years ago with panic on the gold market.
Why you need to buy an air fryer today and not wait until Black Friday
Shop the Ninja Foodi Deluxe this Prime Day for only $150 and have your holiday shopping done in advance. You might not find the same deal come Black Friday.
Nintendo Switch set a new sales record during Black Friday, despite few discounts
The Nintendo Switch managed to set a new sales record in the United States for the week of Black Friday, selling more than 830,000 systems when combining the standard Switch and the Switch Lite. The system has recently received several big-name exclusives including Luigi's Mansion 3 and Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Digital Trends Live: Black Friday recap, Cyber Monday coverage
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, it's our special Cyber Monday super show, where we discuss the top tech news, including a recap of Black Friday, A.I. cameras to catch Australian drivers, Facebook’s photo portability tool, the new Social Media Network, and extensive Cyber Monday coverage.
Shoppers spend big (again) as Black Friday sets new online sales record
Online shoppers in the U.S. spent a whopping $7.4B on Black Friday, according to data from Adobe Analytics. The figure set a new record for the day, beating last year's revenue by $1.2B. It was also the second-biggest online shopping day ever in the U.S., trailing 2018’s Cyber Monday record of $7.9B.
Black Friday 2019: Best Deals on Mattress Toppers
Digital Trends is all about giving you a great deal, and this Black Friday, you don't have to sacrifice sleep in order to get a great deal. In fact, we're giving you deals to help you get a better night's sleep. Check out all the best deals on mattress toppers during Black Friday 2019.
Don’t just survive Black Friday, conquer it with this morally depraved gear guide
With our handy Black Friday survival guide, you can snag the best deals of the season for everyone on your list. To hell with everyone else!
The anti-Amazon movement is gaining steam. Will Black Friday shoppers care?
The biggest shopping season of the year is here. And just in time, a new anti-Amazon initiative has revved up. The new worker coalition Athena says its goals are to prevent worker abuse and shield communities from what it calls Amazon’s predatory actions. Will it be able to sway people's attitudes toward the company?
The new 16-inch MacBook Pro is already $150 off on Amazon
Ahead of Black Friday, the new 16-inch MacBook Pro has received its first price cut. A number of configurations are on sale at Amazon, but the best deal takes $150 off a high-end model. It might not sound like a huge discount, but for a new Apple product, it's almost unheard of.
This browser extension plants a tree for each of your Black Friday purchases
If you already shop at places like Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Macy’s, eBay, Best Buy, and more, the free TreeClicks Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox plugin can make your purchases count. For every purchase made through one of TreeClicks' 50,000 store partnerships, the company plants a tree.
How to stay safe and avoid scams while hunting for Black Friday deals online
The holiday season is upon us, which means more online shopping, but unfortunately, that also means more online scams. With more and more people looking for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals online, it’s essential to know how to stay safe from scams.
Save almost $800 on a MacBook Pro with this incredible pre-Black Friday deal
Can’t wait for Black Friday? Right now you can score $782 off a 2018 MacBook Pro at Amazon, giving you a powerful machine for way less than you’d normally pay. It’s only a year old but can save you a huge amount of cash compared to the new 16-inch MacBook Pro, which starts at a princely $2,399.
Star Wars gifts for everyone on your shopping list
Star Wars is a franchise that’s popular with children young and old. This Black Friday there are a lot of deals to be had on Star Wars toys, some deals that are likely to extend into Cyber Monday as well.
Samsung starts Black Friday early with new Note 10 colors and exclusive deals
Technically, Black Friday isn't for another week -- but Samsung simply doesn't care. Samsung is celebrating the most capitalistic holiday of the year early by launching two fresh new Note 10 colors in the U.S., as well as a host of new discounts that could see you get the Note 10 for a staggering amount of money off.
REI will once again be closed on Black Friday, but it’s going one step further
REI is once again opting out of the biggest shopping day of the year and is instead encouraging its customers to opt outside on Black Friday by participating in a day of action. The store’s new slogan this year, Opt to Act, encourages its 18 million members to sign up for various cleanup events.
U.S. Customers spent over $6 billion on Black Friday purchases
The sales on Black Friday are getting larger each year. In 2018, an enormous total of $6.2 billion was spent, which is up 23.6 percent from last year. While the majority of customers shopped from a desktop or laptop, nearly one third of customers shopping in this period purchased from their smartphone.
These are the best Home Depot appliance deals this Black Friday
When you think of tech deals on Black Friday you might think of game consoles and computer parts, but appliances are tech, too. If you're looking to go big this Black Friday and treat your loved one (or yourself) to a new appliance, here are the best deals available this year from Home Depot.
LG slashes the price of its Xboom speakers for Black Friday
If terrific portable audio at a terrific price sounds good to you, now is the best time of the year to pick up an LG XBoom portable Bluetooth speaker. The company has slashed prices for its speaker line by as much as 50 percent, making the entry-level PK3 a superb deal at only $50.
Get an Xbox One S or PlayStation 4 for just $200 at GameStop starting Sunday
GameStop is currently running an early Black Friday sale that offers an Xbox One S or a PlayStation 4 slim model for just $200 apiece. Both consoles come with a free game, and other games are also on sale. The systems both typically cost $300 and don't always include a free game in the package.
What to avoid when buying a laptop for Black Friday
If you're buying a laptop for Black Friday, then you need to be careful not to make a purchase mistake! We're going over the top mistakes people make when picking Black Friday laptops, how to avoid them, and why you should always do a little online research before settling on a deal.
Looking for smart home gadgets? Check out Lowe’s Black Friday deals
If you're looking to add some smart home devices to your house or apartment, keep an eye on Lowe's this Black Friday. The home improvement store is offering a whole bunch of price cuts on some popular internet-connected devices that can help you automate and connect your home.
You can ship all the things on Amazon for free, but only for a limited time
Likely facing challenges from retail rivals like Target, and BestBuy, on Monday, November 5, Amazon announced changes to its shipping policies. From now and onward for a "limited time," all items will ship for free on Amazon, for everyone, with no minimum purchase required.
The best Black Friday stores compared: Amazon, Walmart, and more
We've rounded up details about the best sales from today's top retailers, with information about when to shop and what to look for at each. Whether you're browsing in-store or online, we've got you covered.
What is Green Monday and when will it have the best deals?
If you're wondering, "What is Green Monday?" you've come to the right place. We'll teach you all about it and how to get the best deals.
PlayStation VR dominates third-quarter VR headset sales
The PlayStation VR headset sold more than twice that of the Oculus Rift in the third quarter of 2017, also easily beating out the HTC Vive.
Black Friday digital sales reached record highs this year
The country's busiest shopping day reached record broke new ground this year, as digital sales soared to all-time highs.
Macy’s suffers a technical glitch at the worst possible time — Black Friday
Macy's had significant trouble processing credit cards and gift cards on Black Friday, leading to frustrated customers and some lost revenue.
Oculus Rift drops to its lowest price ever for Black Friday at $350
The Oculus Rift VR headset is now at its lowest price ever, dropping to $350 with Touch Controllers in the Black Friday sale.
Black Friday deals to make your home smarter this holiday season
Here to help you really celebrate the holidays are these Black Friday deals on some of our favorite smart home items.
Upgrade your home with these Build.com Black Friday deals
Build.com's huge Black Friday sale is going on right now, making it the perfect time to start improving your home.
15 essential Black Friday apps you need to navigate the maelstrom
It's best to be prepared for Black Friday. These Black Friday apps will help you find the best bargains, navigate labyrinth-like stores, and save during the holiday.