The Best Black Friday Tech Deals of 2021
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The holiday season is upon us, bringing with it hopes of fond gatherings with loved ones, chosen families and close friends. But those celebrations also bring with them an added layer of stress, one that some may say is undue, thanks to the gift-giving traditions that come with them. Obviously, Black Friday presents a welcome salvo for those looking for great deals, whether scoring something for themselves or someone in their life, and there are plenty of slashed prices on stellar tech devices.
Many retailers are already waist-deep in the price-slashing season, and here are some of the best options if you’re looking to snag some brilliant devices at a discount while socially distancing.
$30 on Amazon, 40% Discount
Nearly all of the top options in streaming sticks have received sizable price cuts, but the cheapest 4K streaming option right now is Roku’s latest offering. The 2021 version of Roku’s 4K streaming stick delivers all the specs expected in 4K streaming devices and adds AirPlay 2 support, making casting from Apple devices to your TV a breeze.
$130 on Google, 28% Discount
Google’s newest edition of its Nest video doorbells presents users with a much more accessible entry point for anyone wanting to keep an eye on their doorstep. This battery-powered option does away with the need to hardwire in the device but doesn’t skimp on video quality and functionality.
$60 on Amazon, 45% Discount
If you’re in the market for a smart display and don’t mind a slightly older option, Amazon’s excellent first iteration of its Echo Show 8 is available for a great deal. While it doesn’t come with the camera featured on later models, the Echo Show 8 is fairly comparable to newer versions of the device and is very cost-effective at a sub-$100 price.
$900 on Samsung, 10% Discount
Samsung’s push into dual-screen smartphones brought with it the chance to reimagine the flip phone design with the Flip3. It’s compact, packs in pleasing performance and Samsung is offering it for under $1000 right now both unlocked and through major providers. This deal also includes a free pair of Galaxy Buds2 and the price drops significantly lower if your old phone qualifies for trade-in.
$400 on Google, 9% Discount
Those that are in the market for a new smartphone at a mid-tier price will be happy to see Google’s Pixel 5A get a nice markdown. While it doesn’t pack in the updates that make the Pixel 6 a reinvention, the Pixel 5A is a solid Android option at an attractive price point.
$190 on Best Buy, 24% Discount
If you want noise-cancelling in your Apple’s standard bearer earbuds, the AirPods Pro is your best option. Yes, the company introduced the AirPods 3 recently and they are $10 cheaper than the AirPods Pro’s discounted price, but much of what makes AirPods 3 an improvement are present on the Pro along with that valuable noise cancellation. The deal also includes 6 months of Apple Music and 3 month os Apple TV+ for free.
