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Black Friday is just around the corner, and shoppers are gearing up to snag limited-time deals and promotions on hot ticket items. Black Friday has always been a popular day to hit the stores – both virtual and IRL – but it might be a particularly busy one this year. With inflation on consumer goods skyrocketing in 2021, people are looking to save money on their holiday shopping more than ever. A survey conducted by Bankrate found that two out of five shoppers report the recent inflation will change the way they shop for holiday gifts, and that they’re looking for more ways to save. The biggest way they plan to do so is by looking for coupons, sales and discounts – like the ones on Black Friday.
Black Friday deals can be found on everything from apparel and handbags to wine and pet toys, but two categories where some of the biggest savings can be found are the tech and digital space. From software to gaming systems, these types of gifts tend to come with hefty price tags making them especially popular during Black Friday. If you have your eye on tech and digital gifts this Black Friday, here’s our guide on some of the most sought-after items to snag the day after Thanksgiving (some of these deals have already started).
Gateway 14.-1-inch Ultra Slim Notebook
From $229 to $99
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Shoppers can already take advantage of this early deal on Walmart.com. Get this highly-portable laptop that’s usually $229 for just $99. With it will included Windows 10 S and Microsoft 365 Personal for one year. It’s the perfect gift for a college student or someone who travels a lot for work because it weighs just 3.35 pounds, slides easily into most backpacks and carry-ons, and has a generous 64 GB of storage.
Ring Video Doorbell
From $99.99 to $59.99
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The Ring Video Doorbell makes it easier to keep an eye on your home when you’re away and is a discreet, easy-to-use gadget. When someone rings your doorbell, you get a notification to your smartphone and can see the live feed from the doorbell’s built-in camera, as well as speak to the visitor through the speakers. It also has infrared and night vision capabilities, and you can customize the camera to focus on certain areas.
Creative Adobe Bundle For Students + Teachers
From $54.99 per month to $15.99 per month
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If you need to make professional-level videos, logos or other digital creative content, and you’ve been putting off paying for an Adobe product, now’s the time to pounce – if you’re a student or teacher (credentials required for deal). Adobe is offering 71 percent off monthly memberships for a full year on all of their creative apps including Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Acrobat Pro and Illustrator. The deal is good until Nov. 25.
Beats by Dre Noise Canceling Headphones
From $349.99 to $149.99
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Need to drown out the sound of your coworker chewing or the sound of your partner snoring? These headphones will block out external noise while pumping your favorite beats, podcasts or audiobooks through best-in-class speakers. The soft cushions are comfortable to wear for extended periods, and the Bluetooth connectivity boasts extended range connection to compatible devices.
Samsung 55-Inch Frame TV
From $1,499.99 to $999.99
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Add this to your holiday shopping list for the loved one who loves to binge-watch Netflix. Samsung’s Frame TV offers some of the truest depictions of your media, with virtually no light reflection during the day or night. Its ultra-slim design makes it easy to mount and you can choose between several bezel styles and color options. If you want to go even bigger, you can get $400 off the 65-inch model and $1,000 off the 75-inch and 85-inch models.
Logitech Gaming Combo
From $69.99 to $39.99
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Get the gamer in your life this headset and keyboard combo to bring their virtual battles to the next level. The headphones connect to any device with a 3.5 audio jack such as a smartphone, console or PC and have a flexible headband with soft cushions. The keyboard boasts highly responsive keys, five individual lighting zones, and lets you customize the color profile. Plus, it has an integrated wrist rest and is spill-resistant.
Echo Dot
From $59.99 to $39.99
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The Echo Dot is your alarm clock, speaker, night light and weather reporter, all in one compact, smart device. This is the newest generation of the Echo, and boasts an improved speaker with deeper bass and room-filling sound. Its LED display shows things like the time, weather and current song title. It is compatible with other smart devices so you can use it to turn lights on and off and adjust the temperature in your home.
Fitbit Versa 2
From $149.95 to $99.95
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Get critical insight on your health, all on your wrist, with the Fitbit Versa 2. This watch tracks your steps, calories burned, heart rate, and even the quality of your sleep. You can use your voice to set alarms on the watch and check the weather. Plus, it displays message and calendar notifications and even syncs up to your favorite apps. It’s lightweight, has a comfortable silicone band, and is water resistant up to 50 meters.
