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TL;DR: Add this 2024 version of the Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Wireless Adapter to compatible cars for $84.97, saving you $65 on a slim adapter that connects to your car automatically.
Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Wireless Adapter with Streaming Service Support (2024 Edition) $84.97If your daily commute involves a tangle of charging cords and a split second of panic when your phone battery dips, this wireless adapter could make things a lot smoother for drivers who use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and want a more convenient, cable-free experience. It adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality to compatible vehicles, letting you connect automatically every time you start the car … no plugging in required.
Powered by a Qualcomm QCM2290 processor and Android 11.0, the adapter efficiently handles navigation, messaging, calls, and streaming. Sixteen gigabytes of internal storage come standard, and entertainment apps such as YouTube and Netflix arrive preinstalled for passengers. Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ensure a reliable connection, while TF card support (card not included) allows for additional storage if your needs grow.
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Compatible with over 800 car models and both iOS and Android devices, this adapter covers a wide range of drivers. (It does not support vehicles with factory-installed wireless CarPlay, including select BMW, Tesla, Mazda, and Nissan models.) For those with wired CarPlay or Android Auto, it’s an efficient upgrade that doesn’t require a new head unit.
Commuters, rideshare drivers, and road trippers who depend on maps, playlists, or hands-free messaging will find this adapter a welcome addition — provided they currently use wired CarPlay or Android Auto. Automatic connection, multi-device Bluetooth support, and flexible storage make it especially useful for shared vehicles and drivers who want more from their tech.
If you’ve ever wished your dashboard felt a little more modern, this adapter makes that upgrade accessible.
Get the 2024 Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Wireless Adapter with Streaming Service Support for $84.97 through Dec. 7 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
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Alright Emily Henry fans, the trailer for Netflix's adaptation of People We Meet on Vacation has arrived, and she's an icon, she's a legend, she IS the moment.
We've got Emily Bader as Poppy and Tom Blyth as Alex, BFFs since forever who definitely aren't in love with each other, MOM! These two live in different places but reunite every summer vacation in sublime locations where sparks are incapable of remaining unflown. Friends-to-lovers? You'll have to pack your bags and see.
Directed by Hearts Beat Loud's Brett Haley and written by Yulin Kuang, Amos Vernon, and Nunzio Randazzo, People We Meet on Vacation is the stuff of BookTok dreams. The cast also features Molly Shannon, Alan Ruck, Jameela Jamil, Sarah Catherine Hook, Lucien Laviscount, Lukas Gage, Alice Lee, Miles Heizer, and Tommy Do.
LET'S GOOOOOOOO.
A lot has happened in the 18 years since Metroid Prime 3: Corruption launched.
A generation-defining financial crisis, Donald Trump somehow getting elected president twice, and the entire existence of the Marvel Cinematic Universe come to mind. Most pertinent to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, however, is the way big-budget video games have evolved.
Unless you’re Dark Souls, it’s broadly unacceptable for players to get lost or feel too alone, two things that are generally considered key to the Metroid experience. Metroid Prime 4 feels, at times, like it’s trying to fit a square peg into a round hole; it’s got all the major ingredients you want from the series, but also small doses of quippy, overly helpful sidekicks and open-world traversal.
And the craziest part is that, dangit, it actually works pretty well. After an abrasive and uncomfortable opening hour, Metroid Prime 4 rounds into form, feeling like the Metroid Prime of old for a large majority of its 15 to 20 hour runtime. Even with the presence of chatty human NPCs, Metroid Prime 4 is a worthy addition to your Nintendo Switch 2 library, thanks to gorgeous art direction, adequately satisfying exploration, and a totally kick-ass motorcycle.
Yes, Myles McKenzie sucksAs much as I like Metroid Prime 4, it really needs to be stated that the first hour or so plays like a tribute to the “we’re so back/it’s so over” meme.
Samus Aran’s first mainline 3D adventure since the Bush administration opens with a combat-and-setpiece-heavy intro that doesn’t really feel like Metroid. Twenty minutes later, however, Samus is walking around a desolate alien planet called Viewros that’s full of beautiful, awe-inspiring ruins of a dead civilization, which very much feels like Metroid. Before long, you’re exploring a visually resplendent jungle and acquiring new powers to aid in exploration.
And then Galactic Federation engineer Myles McKenzie enters the picture. I and many others have already covered how discordant it feels for a stumbling, bumbling, and goofy voice-acted sidekick to be in Samus’s ear for any amount of time. It flatly isn’t good, and is the primary thing holding me back from wholeheartedly praising Metroid Prime 4. There are other human NPCs you’ll meet throughout the adventure, all of whom fit into pretty basic fictional soldier archetypes. Most of them aren’t as annoying as McKenzie, but their presence is still generally a little burdensome.
Having said all of that...there are moments that are legitimately kind of charming, here and there, even if I can't always tell if they're intentional or not. I particularly enjoy how everyone around Samus thinks she's really cool (correctly so) and wants to be her friend, but all she ever does is stare at them and occasionally nod in response. That made me laugh numerous times, if nothing else.
But it’s a smooth ride after that early speed bump Some of the environments are stunning. Credit: NintendoI imagine some of you will read that, decide Metroid Prime 4 is beyond saving, and move on with your life. I can’t stop you. Go with God, as they say. This is a matter of personal priorities; to some, Metroid is about loneliness first and foremost. To me, it’s about seeing an odd-colored door, making a mental note of it, and coming back later when you have the weapon or item that opens said door.
If you’re like me and can grin and bear the early stages of the game, before McKenzie sets up a base camp and only sparingly chimes in over comms for the rest of its duration, you’ll find that Metroid Prime 4 is largely the Metroid Prime you remember.
That means the overwhelming majority of your time will be spent trawling through abandoned research facilities, scanning computer terminals, finding the occasional power-up, and taking on a collection of generally excellent boss fights. When nobody is talking at you (which, I must stress, is most of the time), the sense of atmosphere is a delight, assisted by percussive music and perhaps the best visuals on Switch 2 so far, including a flawless frame rate.
I particularly liked the Ice Belt, a haunting, frozen-over facility where Samus’s arm cannon gradually gathers a coat of frost as you explore. While a couple of the areas in Prime 4 are a little more linear than I’d like, Ice Belt feels like Metroid Prime at its best, with level design that incentivizes careful observation and fun Morph Ball shortcuts that make the entire area satisfyingly fold in on itself over time.
All of Prime 4’s bespoke levels really shine on your second run through them, once you’ve gotten all the abilities and can freely unlock every secret there is to find. I think the most fun I had with this game was when I did this, right before setting off for the climactic final confrontation. I am very pleased to report that this game still has the Metroid juice most of the time.
Zooming around the desert Vi-O-La rocks. Credit: NintendoThat said, Metroid Prime 4 also finds time to carve out its own space in the series, and the main way it does that is through the Sol Valley, a big desert area that acts as a hub connecting the levels, and Vi-O-La, a super sick motorcycle you unlock early on to traverse the wastes.
You’ll spend a decent chunk of Prime 4 speeding across the desert, which, well, looks like a desert. I imagine this will ruffle some feathers out there, but I’m in favor of it for a few reasons. One is that Sol Valley is easily the loneliest area in the game, as it’s the one place where (for the most part) Samus is free to operate at her leisure without needing to link up with any of her new allies. Vi-O-La itself is also a lot of fun to drive, especially once you unlock auxiliary boost charges that let you really zoom around the place.
Yes, a lot of it is empty, though that doesn’t mean it’s without secrets to find. I actually dig this because I’m a sucker for vast spaces in games where every inch isn’t necessarily meant to be interacted with. So often, video game worlds feel like theme parks where everything exists for the enjoyment of the player. Sol Valley uses its big empty spaces to communicate the desolation that Viewros has suffered pretty well, I think. As a bonus, even though it’s shaped like an open-world map, it’s mostly bereft of the kind of map icon vomit you’d find in something like Assassin’s Creed. There aren’t a million disposable side activities and collectibles here. When you find something, it really feels like you’ve found something.
It’s also a cleaner way to link together the various levels than in Prime 3, a game whose various zones felt disconnected from one another. Everything feels fairly contiguous here, even if it’s not quite as Metroid-y as the elevator-based travel in the original Prime.
It doesn’t approach the OG Metroid Prime, but that’s fine Look at the frost on the gun. Credit: NintendoOne detail that might drag Prime 4 down in the eyes of some players is that it’s not the first game, which is legitimately one of the finest 3D action-adventure games ever made. That’s a really lofty and, I would argue, unfair standard to hold anything to, especially considering the rocky development cycle Prime 4 went through.
I am here to tell you that Prime 4 is not as good as the original. It’s not as lonely and the level design isn’t quite as elaborate. I have a couple of other small quibbles, too, like a relative lack of cool suit changes and the fact that too many of the abilities you unlock are things that have been in previous Metroid games.
But that doesn’t mean it’s not worth your time. It’s easy and reasonable to be apprehensive about the first Prime game in nearly two decades. I get it, I really do, especially considering the pre-release whiplash of finding out Myles McKenzie exists. But if you can find it within yourself to give Prime 4 an earnest shot, like I did, you might just find that hopping into Samus’s power suit is every bit as enjoyable as it was on the GameCube and Wii.
It’s good to have Samus back, if nothing else.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launches on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on Dec. 4.
Do you even have good taste in music if you can't share it online?
If you're a Spotify user, of course, that's not really a concern: It's become a yearly tradition to share your music taste with Spotify Wrapped. As we inch toward the end of October, Wrapped should be coming soon. That means you'll be able to share your taste, top songs, favorite albums, and most beloved artists with all of your friends, whether they want to see it or not.
To be clear, the 2025 version of Wrapped hasn't been released yet, but the wait shouldn't be too long. Here's what we know.
When will Spotify Wrapped be released?The short answer is: We don't know, exactly. The slightly longer answer is: We don't know, but we have an educated guess when it will be.
Last year, Wrapped dropped on Wednesday, Dec. 4. That was the first Wednesday after Thanksgiving. In 2023, it was released on Wednesday, Nov. 29. That was — you guessed it — the first Wednesday after Thanksgiving.
Should the pattern hold, that means 2025 Spotify Wrapped would be released on Wednesday, Dec. 3. That's not a guarantee, by any means, but you can likely expect Wrapped to drop around that time, at the very least.
SEE ALSO: Why artists are leaving Spotify — and how you can, too How to view Spotify WrappedIt shouldn't be difficult to find your Wrapped on the day it releases.
You'll likely get a notification letting you know it's ready. The Spotify app, typically speaking, also places a banner or section within your homepage that is hard to miss. Should all that fail, you can also head to the Wrapped section on Spotify's website.
The internet will certainly love the day Wrapped drops, but for now, we're still left waiting.
2025 is nearly over, and it's the time of the year when music streaming services compete to create the best overview of your yearly music journey.
Today, Apple Music launched its Apple Music Replay '25, and as always, the company is highlighting the facts that it's more personal than ever.
Having seen a demo beforehand, I do have to agree. Yes, it's still a replay of your favorite artists, albums, and songs of the year, with some data sprinkled on top, telling you how many minutes you've spent listening to music, or the number of artists you listened to.
SEE ALSO: Apple was a role model, until it wasn'tHowever, you'll also find out which were the new artists that you discovered this year; which artists you kept coming back to, and which artists made a comeback into your rotation.
And, of course, you get a playlist with all your favorite songs of the year inside, as well as your monthly Replay highlights. Finally, if you want to listen to all of the songs you've played the most since joining Apple Music, you can do so in the Replay All Time playlist.
That's a lot of minutes played. Credit: AppleNot everything will show up for every user, making the experience a bit adventure-like. The Replay and all the accompanying playlists and experiences can be accessed in the Home tab in Apple Music.
Alongside the personalized Replay, Apple also revealed its 2025 year-end charts; this time, the chart is topped by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars’ unavoidable hit “APT.”
Finally, Apple added some new experiences for the artists, which also get a replay of their own, showing them new metrics such as listenership growth, and year-over-year performance summaries.
Shingo Yamashita's Cosmic Princess Kaguya! is hitting Netflix in January, and judging by the above trailer, we're in for an absolute treat.
It's the Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1 opening sequence director's feature debut, set in the dazzling, music-fuelled world of Tsukuyomi. According to Netflix's Tudum, the anime film is inspired by Japanese folktale The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter.
In the trailer, former moon resident Kaguya (voiced by Yuko Natsuyoshi) befriends Earthling, songwriter, and student Iroha (Anna Nagase). Not wanting to return to her lunar home, Kaguya instead wants to become a top idol and streamer, specifically in the virtual realm of Tsukuyomi. There, she meets "the diva of Tsukuyomi," Yachiyo (Saori Hayami), who sings Cosmic Princess Kaguya!'s main theme "Ex-Otogibanashi" ("Ex-Fairy Tale"), composed for the movie by Vocaloid producer ryo (supercell).
SEE ALSO: 20 best anime series on Netflix to watch right nowHow will Kaguya reach her dream? By singing one of Iroha's compositions, the HoneyWorks-written "Watashiha Watashinokotoga Suki" ("I like who I am"), which you hear a snippet of in the trailer. And Vocaloid fans, you can also expect songs by kz (livetune), Aqu3ra, yuigot, and 40mP in the movie too.
The European Union passed a new law early Thursday morning that will hold social media platforms like Meta and TikTok liable for financial fraud — a major escalation in the bloc’s attempt to rein in Big Tech.
After hours of late-night negotiations, EU lawmakers approved the measure, adding another layer of regulatory pressure on companies that have spent years lobbying Washington to counter the EU’s aggressive antitrust and content-moderation agenda. The law builds on the Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Markets Act (DMA), which curbs the spread of illegal content and prevent tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Meta from leveraging their dominance to expand across the internet.
SEE ALSO: U.S. trade court blocks President Trump's tariffs in surprise ruling. What happens now? (Updated)Violating either law can trigger massive fines, something the tech sector — and U.S. President Donald Trump — have repeatedly pushed back against. Trump has accused the EU of "discriminating" against American companies, framing the bloc’s enforcement as an attack on U.S. innovation.
Much of the final stretch of deliberations centered on who should shoulder the blame when these scams happen. Several MEPs argued that Big Tech and banks share equal responsibility, since platforms host the scams and banks process the money. However, European governments pushed back, arguing that banks should only be held accountable when their own safeguards fail.
The result is a compromise: banks will reimburse victims when a scammer impersonates the bank or when a financial transaction goes through without the customer’s consent, according to the EU release.
The new fraud-liability rules arrive as social media platforms have become the primary target for investment scams, impersonation schemes, and questionable ads of every kind. Under the law, platforms will now be required to compensate banks when a user is defrauded, and it’s clear the company failed to remove a reported scam.
One of the biggest advantages of being a beauty tech product tester is that I get to see firsthand if the latest multi-styler, hair dryer, or microcurrent device is worth the hype.
Combined with the experience of covering Black Friday deals for the past four years, I feel particularly well prepared to determine which beauty savings are actually worth picking up during the shopping holiday. Spoiler alert: not everything with a markdown is an exceptional deal. Plus, as someone with plenty of experience testing out the high-end products (aka basically Dyson's entire lineup) against the many dupes they inspire and seeing the latter perform well in many cases, I especially advise against adding something to your cart simply because it has the higher price tag or more recognizable brand name.
SEE ALSO: Everything to know about Black Friday 2025: Best early deals, sale dates, price matching, and moreWith that in mind, I've gathered the top six beauty deals from Black Friday that I've spotted so far. Find my recs (and some buying advice) below:
Dyson Supersonic NuralI'll be the first person to say that while the Supersonic is my favorite hair tool from Dyson, it's also probably overpriced for most people, especially with all the great dupes out there (more on that below). That said, it is a nice luxury upgrade. If you're determined to pick one up this Black Friday, skip the $379 standard Supersonic and spend the extra $20 to get the Supersonic Nural on sale for $379. It has better variation in the attachments, automatic temperature adjustment with some attachments, and a much better (and more unique) diffuser. If you're interested in the Nural but that sounds too expensive, you can also grab a refurbished one at Walmart for $199.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Nural $399 at AmazonTo be honest, I was slightly underwhelmed by the Airwrap when I first tested it out — the tech was cool, but not as easy to use as social media would have you believe. Plus, the curling barrels gave my hair more of a blown-out than truly curled look, and it fell by the end of the day. With the Dyson Airwrap i.d., the brand has addressed these issues. One of the curling barrels has a tapered design, which helped me achieve tighter, prettier, and longer-lasting curls. The other piece of the puzzle was the automatic temperature changing you can activate directly through the tool or via the Dyson app, which adjusts the heat as the hair wraps, holds around the barrel, and gets hit with the cool shot for a set amount of time. Though I anticipated it might feel gimmicky, it made styling feel way less effortful on my part.
The OG Airwrap used to go for $599 at full price, and the Airwrap i.d. is $649. However, this deal takes it down to $499.99, the same sale price found on the original Airwrap during shopping holidays (including this time around). This is still a hefty price, so if curling your hair is still a priority, I recommend checking out the T3 Aire 360 — the ceramic barrels help create and lock in curls.
Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Airwrap i.d. $499.99 at AmazonThe Shark FlexStyle is the original Airwrap dupe, and still stands out as one of the best. The performance is similar enough to the Airwrap that it's what I tell my friends and family to buy when they ask whether or not they should buy a Dyson Airwrap. Multiple Mashable shopping reporters and editors have purchased the tool for themselves, and all of them sing its praises. The main difference between the Shark and the more expensive tool is that you won't get the fancy heat-adjusting cycle of the Airwrap i.d., and you have to switch out the curling barrel to change the direction of the curl. (Though as a tip, you can just flip the styler upside down to easily change the direction of the curl without changing the barrel.) For $199, it's by far the best value multi-styler. And if you want a more curated version, Shark is also offering the build-your-own model, which allows you to pick four attachments for $179.
Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexStyle $199 at AmazonRemember what I said about Dyson Supersonic dupes being worth a look? Enter: the Laifen Swift SE, one of the best Dyson dupes I've tried. It's lightweight, powerful, relatively quiet (as far as hair dryers go), and hasn't crapped out on me after years of use. And at the sale price of $97.99, it's a fraction of the cost of the Supersonic. It comes with basic attachments that do the job well. You can also pick up an even cheaper model of the dryer, the Swift SE Lite, for $71.99. It's slightly less powerful, with a shiny plastic casing (as compared to the matte one found on the regular Swift, but if you blow-dry your hair less often or simply want a more bargain option, it's also a great choice.)
Opens in a new window Credit: Laifen Laifen Swift $97.99 at AmazonSadly, the Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion bundle deal that cropped up ahead of Black Friday didn't manage to stay in stock, but you can still grab the Shark FacialPro Glow for $50 off. In her first impressions review of the device, Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart wrote, "the Shark FacialPro Glow literally felt like it was pumping life back into my skin. It felt so soft and plump after just a single extraction session at night and a single de-puffing session the next morning, and even that feels like a testament to its effectiveness."
Shark FacialPro Glow $349 at AmazonI had the chance to test out T3's Curling Straightener when it launched earlier this year, and was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed using it. As someone who primarily curls their hair with a regular straightening iron, I was skeptical that the rounded edges and cool tip would do much in the way of ease and styling results, but on both fronts T3's hot tool performed better than a standard straightener, adding more volume and versatility in how I could style my hair. As a newer product, it hasn't gone on sale often, and at $139.99, it's hit a new record-low price.
Opens in a new window Credit: T3 T3 Curling Straightener $139.99 at AmazonI’m not a "hardcore" gamer. I don’t spend eight hours a day online, and I’m definitely not competing in any tournaments. But I do play my PS5 every single day — usually for about 15 minutes right before dinner to decompress. Lately, I’ve been replaying the entire Tomb Raider trilogy (I’m on the third one now, and it holds up), but I also love the classics like Spyro, Crash Bandicoot, and Kingdom Hearts.
SEE ALSO: The 50+ best gifts for gamers that they won't already haveBecause I’m actually buying games and accessories for my own setup (and for my nephews this holiday), I tend to keep an eye on these prices throughout the year, so I know when a "deal" is actually just the standard price in a fancy font.
I’ve combed through the Black Friday ads from Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, and PlayStation Direct to find the discounts that are actually worth it. Here are the best PS5 deals live right now.
Best Black Friday PS5 game deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Interactive Entertainment Astro Bot $39.59 at PlayStationRead our full Astro Bot review.
I didn't know anything about Astro until my dad asked me if I'd "found the secret game in the PS5" yet. Once I found Astro's Playroom (the free game pre-installed on every console), I spent all night playing it and bought the full Astro Bot game as soon as it came out. It’s pure joy in game form — creative, colorful, and genuinely fun to play. (It won Game of the Year at the 2024 Game Awards.) My youngest nephew, Aubry, is obsessed with it; he literally has posters of the little bot in his room and begs to play it every time he comes over.
First-party Sony titles tend to hold their value, so seeing it drop this low is a win. You can grab it for $39.97 at Amazon, but if you want to save every penny, it's slightly cheaper at $39.59 at PlayStation Direct.
More PS5 game dealsLEGO Horizon Adventures — $19.97 $31.49 (save $11.52)
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart — $29.95 $69.99 (save $40.04)
Rise of the Ronin — $29.97 $69.99 (save $40.02)
Returnal — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
The Last of Us Part II Remastered — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)
Gran Turismo 7 Standard Edition — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
The Last of U Part I — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)
Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition — $39.97 $69.99 (save $30.02)
Stellar Blade — $39.97 $69.99 (save $30.02)
It's not often we see a deal on PlayStation Plus, but the mega gaming company must know we need a treat in 2025, so they're offering a 33% discount. To snag this deal, you'll need to sign up before Dec. 5 for any level of annual PlayStation Plus membership. The subscription gives payers access to hundreds of games from the Gaming Catalog, online multiplayer access, and tons more.
Best Black Friday PS5 accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: PlayStation DualSense Edge Wireless Controller $169 at AmazonIf you’re looking for a "big gift" for the serious gamer in your life, the DualSense Edge is a solid option. I bought this controller for my eldest nephew, Landon, last Christmas, and he loved it. It’s the "pro" version of the standard controller, meaning it has customizable buttons, swappable stick modules (a lifesaver for stick drift), and adjustable triggers. It doesn't usually go on sale (unless it's Prime Day or holiday season), so saving $31 is a pretty good deal. You can grab it for $169 at Amazon, or for essentially the same price ($169.99) directly from PlayStation.
If you don’t need all the pro features, the standard DualSense Wireless Controller is also on sale for $54.99 at both Amazon and PlayStation. My mom bought the pink one for my sister last year, and it’s a perfect, practical gift for anyone who needs a spare.
Best Black Friday PS5 console deal PS5 Slim Disc Edition $449 at AmazonWe’re skipping the PS5 Pro this year — at $649 without a disc drive or stand, it’s a hard sell for anyone who isn't a hardcore pixel-peeper. Instead, I recommend getting the standard PS5 Slim Disc Edition. You'll get the same great library of games, 4K graphics, and lightning-fast load times, plus the ability to actually play discs (because sometimes you just want to pop in a Blu-ray or a used game you found cheap). It’s currently $449.99 at both Amazon and PlayStation Direct, saving you a cool $50.
More Black Friday PlayStation console dealsPlayStation Portal Remote Player — $179 $199.99 (save $20.99)
PlayStation 5 Pro — $649 $749.99 (save $100.99)
It's time to carve the turkey, eat all the pies, and then get down to holiday shopping. Thankfully, the Black Friday deals are coming in hot. All the major retailers have launched their Black Friday sales events, and we're seeing record-low prices across the board on some of the best gifts like Kindles, noise-cancelling headphones, and Apple devices.
If you've been hoping to snag an Apple Watch for yourself or give one to someone truly special, then check out the year's best Black Friday Apple Watch deals. While we have Cyber Monday on the horizon, we're not expecting to see further price drops on these Apple smartwatches.
SEE ALSO: 40+ Black Friday tech deals I'd recommend to friends and family as a tech editor: Save on Apple, Samsung, DJIKeep in mind, we don't typically see the Apple store offer fantastic deals during Black Friday. This year, the Apple Store is offering a $250 gift card with certain purchases. But Mashable only recommends taking advantage of this deal if you're buying any of the five particular deals we find worthy at the Apple store, and none of those include an Apple Watch. To help you out, we've scouted out the lowest prices on every Apple Watch model for Black Friday 2025, and now you can save up to $200 on these popular gadgets.
Best Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $339 at AmazonThe Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $339 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's a full $60 off and the lowest-ever price for this model. In our review of the Apple Watch Series 11, Stan Schroeder said it "isn't all that different from last year's model, but it has a significantly longer battery life, and that's a huge deal."
Best Black Friday Apple Watch Ultra deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $599 at AmazonNeed a rugged watch that can keep up with adventures? The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a solid model, especially given its early Black Friday sale price of $599 at Amazon. That takes $200 off the usual price. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes with some upgrades that are great for outdoors, and it's perfect for fitness enthusiasts, with a lengthy battery life that you'll appreciate when you're out and about.
What about the Apple Watch Ultra 3? Sadly, the latest Apple Ultra is not on sale, but lucky for you, as long as you upgrade to watchOS 26, the Ultra 2 has 99% of the same features.
Best Black Friday budget Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 at WalmartIf you're in the market for a new Apple Watch but don't want to spend big money, the 2nd-generation Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm) just got a price cut at Walmart, where it's available for $129 for a limited time only.
Apple has moved on to the Apple Watch SE 3 (which is also on sale), but that means you can snag great discounts on the previous model, and today is a solid case in point. But the older model is still great, offering tons of Apple Watch essentials like sleep tracking, fitness metrics, fall detection, and emergency SOS. Since this model is on sale for only $129, it could be a great gifting option or perfect for those new to the wonderful world of smartwatches.
More Black Friday Apple Watch deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $199 at AmazonLooking for more deals on fitness trackers? See the latest deals on smartwatches and trackers at Amazon's epic Black Friday 2025 sale.
As Mashable's tech editor, I get early access to a lot of really cool products. I also have a pretty deep knowledge of the coolest new gadgets of 2025, from the latest virtual reality tech to everyday fitness trackers and new Apple laptops. I've also been covering Black Friday sales since 2019, so I know what discounts to expect and which deals you can safely skip.
In this guide, you'll find all the best Black Friday tech deals I'd actually recommend to my friends and family. Before recommending a Samsung QLED TV or Anker charger, I'll first make sure that the price is actually a good deal. Online retailers are notorious for exaggerating their sales, but I've done the work for you to find the biggest genuine discounts at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and beyond.
Keep checking back as I add new discounts on the season's best new gadgets, toys, wearables, and tech gifts. I've personally tested many of the products in this guide, while others have been tested by other Mashable reporters. If you see a deal in this story, it's because I'd truly recommend that product — and at that price — to my loved ones.
My favorite KindleI literally collect rare books, so when I tell you I'm a book nerd, you can believe me. And this is the Kindle that stores my digital library — the Kindle Paperwhite. For Black Friday, it's on sale for $124.99, but I actually recommend paying a little more for the version without lockscreen ads. That way, you'll see gorgeous black-and-white photos on the lockscreen instead of ads for romantasy books I'll never read.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (no lockscreen ads) $144.99 at AmazonApple just launched the new version of its starter smartwatch in September, and it's already earned a spot in my guide to the best smartwatches of the year. The truth is, while we also loved the longer-lasting Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra Watch 3, the new SE 3 is the right pick for the vast majority of people. This is a true lifestyle smartwatch that also does double duty as a fitness and sleep tracker. Plus, it even has an always-on Retina OLED display. At Amazon, you can pick up this smartwatch for $199.99, a 20% discount ahead of the holiday shopping season.
Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm, GPS) $199 at WalmartBose recently released a new version of its flagship noise-canceling headphones, and in our review, we said the new model is nearly identical to the original. However, the new version will set you back $449, which is a big ask in this economy. Meanwhile, the Gen 1 version on sale for $298 is still one of the best, most comfortable headphones in the world. While it's possible these headphones might get a bigger price drop come Nov. 28, don't count on it. I love these headphones, and this is easily one of the best Prime Day tech deals of the year so far.
Editor's note: These headphones are almost sold out!
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (Gen 1) $429 at AmazonAlexa informed me that New York City faces its first freeze warning of the season, and now I'm mad at her. However, I do have something to keep the chill away. I've been using and recommending these cute electric hand warmers for years, and they're one of my favorite undiscovered gems at Amazon. They're one of my go-to stocking stuffers, and they'll keep your hands toasty and warm all winter long. If you're looking for tech deals under $25, this is my personal recommendation.
Opens in a new window Credit: Orastone Orastone Electric Hand Warmer $15.99 at AmazonHave you heard about the upcoming ban on DJI drones? If not, then we have very bad news: DJI drones are almost certainly set to be banned in the U.S. by year's end, which means this is your last chance to buy one. So long as you're already flying, the potential ban shouldn't affect you, a DJI representative recently told me. Unfortunately, you can only buy these drones from third-party sellers at retailers like Amazon, but we think the risk is worth the reward in this case.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 4K Drone $239 at AmazonI've said it before: Samsung's cult-favorite art TV, The Frame, is the best TV in the world. This super-thin TV doubles as an art gallery for your living room, adding to your home's decor instead of distracting from it. The 2025 model of The Frame has a fancy new AI processor, as well as a magic-like matte, anti-glare display. While you can catch this TV on sale at any retailer you like, Amazon currently has the best price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED Art TV $897.99 at AmazonWe think the M4 MacBook Pro is the best MacBook for most people, and this is a fantastic price for a 2025 model Apple laptop. Powered by M4 silicon, it's also lightning fast. The M4 chip is faster than anything you'll find in the Windows world, which means this laptop is faster and more efficient than the competition. Its $749 price at Amazon is a record discount, and we're not expecting the price to drop any lower (though Apple could surprise us).
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple M4 MacBook Air (13 inches, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at AmazonAmazon isn't our go-to destination for laptops, but for Black Friday, they have a great deal on a popular Copilot+ PC. This Acer Aspire 16 AI Copilot+ PC has never been priced below $500 before now, and you can save 36% on the retail price at Amazon. Unlike most laptops at Amazon, this PC isn't sold by a sketchy third-party seller — it's sold and shipped by Amazon itself. It also has very impressive specs for an under-$500 laptop, with 16GB of RAM and a powerful Snapdragon X chip.
Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Aspire 16-inch AI Copilot+ PC (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Snapdragon X) $449.99 at AmazonWe recently named the Beats Pill the best portable Bluetooth speaker to buy on sale. And, what do you know, it's on sale. You can pick up this powerful water-resistant speaker for just $79 at Amazon. Released in 2024 as part of a collaboration with Kim Kardashian (don't let that stop you from scoring a great deal), it plays well with Android and iOS devices. Alternatively, you can pick up the
Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian $79 at AmazonIf you're a content creator or vlogger, then you've probably heard of DJI's famous pocket mics, currently 45% off at Amazon. These wireless mics replace the awkward wired lavaliers of the past, and they clip on to your shirt or collar magnetically. There's a reason you can spot these microphones all over TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube. I've personally tested these microphones, and they've been a huge help to the Mashable video team at live events.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini $66 at AmazonLook, the best Black Friday deals aren't always super exciting. This is your chance to stock up on products you need. Case in point: Apple AirTags are currently 50 cents away from their lowest-ever price. At Amazon, a 4-pack is 34% off, and you'll pay just $16.25 per tracker. Using ultra-wideband technology and Apple's Find My network, there's no better way to track lost items.
Apple AirTag Tracker (4-Pack) $64.98 at AmazonEufy may not have quite the name recognition as iRobot in the vacuum space, but you'll find Eufy robot vacuums all over Mashable shopping guides. If you're looking for a premium robot vacuum and mop combo, try the Eufy S1 Pro, which has a roller mop, self-cleaning, self-drying, and a 50% discount. Our vacuum expert, Leah Stodart, has also been impressed by the Eufy X10 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum and Mop, which she named one of the best cleaning machines of the year.
Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy Omni S1 Pro Hybrid Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo $699.99 at AmazonAs much as I love Samsung's The Frame, I know not everyone can afford to drop $1,000 on a new TV. Fortunately, you can count on Black Friday doorbuster deals if you need a TV on the cheap. And now that big box retailers start all their Black Friday sales early, you don't have to wait in line on Thanksgiving night. Over at Amazon and Best Buy, you can grab smart TVs starting at just $99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 32-inch 2-Series Fire TV $99.99 at AmazonIf a new smart TV isn't in your budget this year, that doesn't mean you have to be locked out of the latest streaming apps. Access everything from Amazon's Prime Video to Apple TV and Spotify using this affordable streaming stick from Roku. You'll still have to pay for all those apps, but it's still a lot cheaper than buying a new TV.
Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick Plus 2025 $19 at AmazonThis is the ultimate splurge this holiday season — Samsung's new AR/VR headset, the Galaxy XR. It's Samsung's answer to the Apple Vision Pro, and it's significantly more affordable, though still extremely pricey. If you buy the device during the holiday shopping season, Samsung will throw in $1,140 worth of freebies, including a year of Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, and NBA League Pass. You'll also get access to exclusive XR experiences and more premium apps. This offer ends Dec. 31.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy XR Explorer's Pack $1,799.99 at SamsungOver the summer, it was almost impossible to find the new Nintendo Switch 2 console in stock. Thankfully, that's no longer the case. While we haven't found any official discounts on the Switch 2 console yet, you can find some Switch 2 bundles in stock at Amazon, Walmart, and GameStop. We expect this handheld to top many Christmas gift wishlists this year, so grab these while you can.
Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Bundle $499 at AmazonAmazon always discounts its devices for big sales, and right now you can grab the popular Blink Mini 2 security camera for just $17.99, a 55% discount. We don't expect this product to get any cheaper come Thanksgiving, so go ahead and stock up and protect your home.
Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Mini 2 Security Camera $17.99 at AmazonI've tested several Jackery Explorer power stations over the years, and I've never had a bad experience. The brand helped popularize this product category in the United States, and it's easy to see why. They make rugged power stations that are easy to use, have a variety of ports, and connect easily to your devices (not to mention solar panels, if you have them). If you live in fear of the power going out — or just want to charge your phone during a camping trip or tailgate — these devices are a must-have.
Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station $349 at AmazonJust like Bose, Sony also released a sequel to its flagship headphones this year. The new XM6 headphones are elite, truly. But having tested them against the previous-gen XM5 model, I'm strongly recommending you buy the XM5s now that they're finally back on sale. Here's the truth: They're more alike than different. And right now, you can get the Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones for just $248, a record-low price. Compare that to the $428 price tag on the new model, and your choice is simple.
Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $248 at AmazonThe new Google Pixel smartwatch is my favorite Android smartwatch of the year, and in our review, we called it a true runner's smartwatch. And to prove it, one of our reporters recently trained and ran a marathon while using it. So, when I say it's a good smartwatch for running, you can really believe me. For Black Friday, this smartwatch got its first-ever discount.
Opens in a new window Credit: Google Pixel Google Pixel Watch 4 $349.99 at AmazonIf you want to buy a robot vacuum during Prime Day, then we recommend steering clear of Roomba. I've already recommended Eufy's popular budget and mid-range vacuums, but if you're looking for the best of the best, our favorite robot vacuum of the year is currently on sale. Our resident robot vacuum tester has tested so many robot vacuums, and this year, none outperformed the Roborock Saros 10R, a robot vacuum and mop combo. With sophisticated mapping, mopping, self-cleaning, and obstacle avoidance, it does it all. It can even act as a pet camera.
Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Saros 10R Robot Vacuum and Mop $999.99 at AmazonAs part of its early Black Friday sale, Walmart has tons of video games on sale. You can score new titles like Madden NFL 26 and Borderlands 4, or play back old favorites like Grand Theft Auto V.
Opens in a new window Credit: 2K NBA 2K26 $30 at WalmartIf only the Apple Vision Pro cost $249.99. Alas, we don't live in that world. However, you can buy a Meta Quest 3S VR Headset bundle for that very reasonable price. With 128GB of storage and instant access to over 40 games, this early Black Friday tech deal lets you discover an entirely new type of gaming. Though, personally, I prefer to use VR for watching 3D movies and other types of VR video content.
Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S VR Headset - Cardboard Gorilla Bundle $249.99 at AmazonI've been waiting patiently for gaming laptop deals to pop off for Black Friday, and they finally did. The Lenovo LOQ 15 has gone on sale for as little as $864.49 in the past, but it's currently on sale for $799.99. That's a new all-time low and a great price on this gaming laptop with an AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia GeForce graphics. This is the gaming laptop you'll find on my own desk right now, and it's a good entry-level model.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo LOQ 15 gaming laptop (15-inches, AMD Ryzen 7, RTX 5050) $799.99 at LenovoWe're big fans of Oura smart rings at Mashable, and the brand's Black Friday sale officially started, knocking $100 off its Oura Ring 4. Our reviewer praised Oura for its great balance of health, fitness, and sleep tracking metrics, and there's a reason these smart rings are beloved by many pro athletes.
Oura Ring 4 $249 at AmazonWe waited so patiently for the Apple AirPods 4 to finally drop in price, and the deal is even better than we expected. The latest AirPods are now on sale for $79.99, their lowest price ever.
Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds $69 at AmazonThis is the year we fell for British brand Nothing. In our review of the Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro, we said that Nothing could be charging three or four times as much for this AMOLED smartwatch. For Black Friday, this watch finally dropped down to $79 just as we hoped. This smartwatch has an incredible display and excels as a fitness and sleep tracker, but it really puts the competition to shame when it comes to battery life.
Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing CMF By Nothing Watch 3 Pro $79 at AmazonWe love Kindles here at Mashable, and we've tested them all. I already told you my personal favorite is the Kindle Paperwhite, but the truth is all of Amazon's e-readers are fantastic. For bargain hunters, the best deals on Kindles are the basic Kindle and the Kindle Colorsoft. Amazon's basic Kindle is a perfectly pocket-sized device that reached its lowest price ever of $79.99, while the Kindle Colorsoft got an astounding price cut down to $169.99, the first time the device has ever dipped under $200.
As much as we hype up Kindles, you can't forget there are other e-readers out there. The only brand that can truly compete is Kobo, which makes a delightful collection of color e-readers. Ahead of Black Friday, the only Kobo on sale is the Libra Colour, which is our favorite color e-reader. It's down to $199.99, back down to the low price it was during Black Friday 2024.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle $79.99Apple has given every iPad an update in the past year, the latest of which was the iPad Pro with M5 chip. The best Black Friday deal on iPads is on the Apple iPad Air with M3 chip. It's back down to its lowest price ever of $449, making it an affordable yet powerful device. With the latest iPadOS, the iPad Air is closer to a laptop than ever, but still a fraction of the cost. This is another device I've personally tested and highly recommend, especially at this price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air (M3 chip, 128GB, WiFi) $449 at AmazonWhile Oura might be the buzzier fitness tracker, Whoop still makes great trackers. Mashable's Christianna Silva just wore seven fitness trackers while training for the NYC marathon and determined that the Whoop MG was the best overall pick for marathon training. But even for the average Joe, it's a smart pickup, not to mention our favorite sleep tracker. During Black Friday, Whoop 5.0 and MG trackers are 17%, getting you up to $40 or $60 off.
Opens in a new window Credit: Whoop Whoop MG $299 at AmazonFrankly, if you buy an espresso machine at any time of year besides Prime Day or Black Friday, you're leaving hundreds of dollars on the table. This brushed stainless steel espresso machine from Breville gets a $200 price drop this time around, and it has everything you need to satisfy your caffeine fix. This is the lowest price we've seen on this high-tech kitchen appliance in years.
Opens in a new window Credit: Breville Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine $499.99 at AmazonHave you heard of Flaus? It's at the top of my Xmas list this year and comes personally recommended by one of our shopping reporters. This electric flosser takes the pain and inconvenience out of flossing your teeth. For Black Friday, it now has an extremely gift-friendly price tag. Not only did this product appear on Shark Tank, but it was named one of Oprah's Favorite Things this year.
Opens in a new window Credit: Flaus Flaus Electric Flosser with refill kit $89.99 at AmazonAs a seasoned Black Friday expert, I always tell people to use this sale as a chance to stock up on boring but essential items. And that includes batteries, light bulbs, lens cleaners, etc. This won't be the most exciting addition to your shopping cart, but you'll be glad you have them.
Opens in a new window Credit: Energizer Energizer AA Batteries Alkaline Power, 32-pack $15.99 at Amazon'Tis the season for a gaming upgrade. Gaming hardware generally comes with a bit of sticker shock, but Black Friday is the perfect excuse to grab those big-ticket purchases — like OLED monitors — for less.
Just like a good TV can enhance your cinematic experience, making the switch to an OLED gaming monitor can completely transform your gaming experience. If your current setup feels a bit lifeless, it's a great time to upgrade. Some major contenders are on sale for record-low prices and we've rounded up our favorites below. Be sure to check out our full list of gaming discounts and follow along with all of our coverage in Mashable's Black Friday hub to score the best deals of the season.
The best Black Friday gaming monitor deals Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 45-Inch Ultragear OLED Curved Gaming Monitor $896.99 at AmazonCurved monitors take some getting used to, but once you've enjoyed the immersive gaming experience they deliver, you likely won't go back. The 45-inch LG Ultragear OLED's WQHD display features a steep 800R curvature and 21:9 aspect ratio, which means the screen will quite literally wrap the action around you. It packs a peak brightness up to 1,300 nits, a 240Hz refresh rate, and a 0.03ms response time, so gameplay is fast, smooth, and vibrant. It's also compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync and offers plenty of ports for your gaming peripherals. Usually an outrageous $1,699.99, it's down to only $896.99 for Black Friday. That's nearly 50% in savings.
Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS 32-inch ROG Swift 4K OLED Gaming Monitor $899 at AmazonIf you want something that takes up a bit less desktop real estate, the 32-inch ASUS ROG Swift gaming monitor is another standout for Black Friday. At $899, it's a full $400 off its regular list price of $1,299 and down to a new record low. Like the LG monitor, it also boasts a refresh rate of 240Hz and a response time of 0.03ms for smooth, lag-free gameplay, and compatibility with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync for tear-free visuals and low latency. It supports a range of aspect ratios between 24.5 inches and 27 inches, so you can select what works best for specific games. FWIW, our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) called it a "near-perfect 4K OLED gaming display."
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Curved Gaming Monitor $898 at AmazonOur favorite ultrawide gaming monitor, the massive 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 features an 1800R curvature and 32:9 aspect ratio that essentially wraps around your entire head. It may be overkill for casuals, but if you're looking for the most immersive gameplay you can get, this bad boy is your best bet. While the curve is the main attraction, it's not the only perk this monitor offers. It also features high-quality visuals with a 5,120 x 1,440 pixel display, a solid 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, 110 pixels per inch, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and HDR support, and the ability to use it as a two-in-one display. Usually listed for over $1,300, this Black Friday deal knocks it down below $900. That matches its best price ever.
More Black Friday gaming monitor dealsPhilips 221V8LB 22-Inch Gaming Monitor — $59.49 $74.99 (save $15.50)
Sceptre Curved 24-Inch Gaming Monitor — $82.97 $102.97 (save $20)
SANSUI 24-Inch Gaming Monitor — $84.99 $105.99 (save $21)
ASUS TUF Gaming 25-Inch 1080P Gaming Monitor — $99 $159 (save $60)
Sceptre New Curved 30-Inch Gaming Monitor — $149.97 $207.97 (save $58)
Alienware 27-Inch Gaming Monitor AW2725DM — $179.99 $269.99 (save $90)
LG 32GS60QC-B Ultragear 32-Inch Gaming Monitor — $186.99 $299.99 (save $113)
ASUS ROG Strix 27-Inch QHD Gaming Monitor — $189 $289 (save $100)
Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G5 Gaming Monitor — $199.99 $329.99 (save $130)
Acer Nitro 27-Inch WQHD Gaming Monitor — $219.99 $299.99 (save $80)
LG 34SR60QC-W 34-Inch QHD Curved Smart Monitor — $279.99 $329.99 (save $50)
LG 27GR83Q-B 27-Inch UltraGear Gaming Monitor — $279 $499.99 (save $220.99)
ASUS ROG Strix 27-Inch 4K HDR400 Gaming Monitor — $299 $469 (save $170)
LG 34G630A-B 34-Inch Ultragear Gaming Monitor — $359.99 $499.99 (save $140)
LG 37G800A-B 37-Inch Ultragear 4K Gaming Monitor — $599.99 $799.99 (save $200)
Samsung 40-Inch Odyssey G7 Curved Gaming Monitor — $699.99 $1,199.99 (save $500)
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