Black Friday, November 28th is rapidly approaching and we want to supply you with some deals that your bank account and credit rating won’t despise you for spending a bit of dough on.
Turkey Day is almost here and with the holidays comes the goodness of gluttony. In the next couple of months, we will often see things that we don’t need, but must have and that’s more than fine. So when you decide to spend money, regardless who it’s for, you might as well try to save as much mula as you can. That’s where we come in to help you get the best Black Friday deals we could find. Below are some of the seasons hottest gadgets and goodies and the places to get them at the lowest price. So low you might be able to get two; one for you and one for a pal.
Amazon
Online retailer Amazon has deals that will run from now through Black Friday. The deals start about every 10 to 30 minutes and they range from cameras at crazy reduced rates, to children books for pennies, to clothing with prices so low you want to buy in bulk. Keep an eye out and maybe just maybe Amazon will offer the Fire TV Stick that retails for $39 for the ridiculous low price of $19, the same offer they provided exclusively to Amazon Prime members last month.
Amazon Kindle
The Kindle is one of the most popular ereaders on the market. And with the newer Fire HD tablets, it’s easier than ever to keep up on your reading while managing your social media and even streaming your fave TV, films, and music. This Black Friday, the 4GB, 6in. Kindle (wifi only) ereader will be available at Staples for $49 and Best Buy for $49.99. Staples will also have the 4GB, 6in. Kindle Paperwhite (wifi only) on sale for $99. If you’re more interested in a multi-functional tablet, both Best Buy and hhgregg will be offering the 8GB Kindle Fire HD 6 (wifi only) for $79.99. Staples will have both the 8GB Fire HD 6 and the 8GB Fire HD 7 for $79 and $109, respectively.
*Amazon will likely offer their own deals and discounts, so keep an eye out.
“Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol. 1”
Marvel announced they would join the other countless companies and participate in Black Friday. On this day, Star-Lord’s actual Awesome Mix Vol. 1 cassette tape will hit the market. The price is unknown, but for sure the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for Guardians of the Galaxy on an actual cassette tape will be one of the hottest items to have for the season, honestly 5EVA! Recordstoreday.com will provide you a list of record stores near you selling this glorious item. Record Store Day also will also offer a ton of other Black Friday deals you should check out.
Google Chromecast
Since the Chromecast debuted in July 2013, Google has continually expanded the device’s streaming capabilities. Watch ABC, Starz Play, and Showtime Anytime, were just recently added, and the list of compatible apps continues to expand. This is one bandwagon you’ll definitely want to climb aboard, so take a look at these sweet Black Friday discounts. Target and hhgregg will both have the Chromecast for $24.99, and Staples will have it for $25. Best Buy and Walmart will also be offering the Chromecast for $23.99 and $25, respectively, but they both have an added bonus–with each purchase, you’ll also get 2 months of Hulu+ FREE (for new subscribers).
iPad/iPad Mini
If you’re on the lookout for an iPad this year, you’re in luck because several retailers are having some great deals. And depending on the type of iPad (wifi only), you can save up to $140, either through a discounted price or a store gift card. Target is offering the 16GB iPad Air for $399 with a $100 gift card and the 16GB iPad Air 2 for $499 with a $140 gift card. Best Buy is slashing $100 on the original prices of all their iPad Air 2 models (sale prices: 16GB = $399.99, 64GB = $499.99, $128GB = $599.99). Walmart will have the 16GB iPad Air for $397 and throw in a $100 gift card, while Staples will offer the 16GB iPad Air for $319. If you don’t mind a slightly older model, Staples will also be offering the iPad with retina display for $279. Finally, hhgregg will have the iPad Air for $299.
The smaller iPad mini will also be available on Black Friday at discounted prices. At Target, you can get the 16GB iPad mini for $249 with an $80 gift card, the iPad mini 2 for $299 with a $100 gift card, and the iPad mini 3 for $399, also with a $100 gift card. Like with their iPad Air 2s, Best Buy is offering a $75 discount on all iPad mini 3 models (sale prices: 16GB = $324.99, 64GB = $424.99, $128GB = $524.99). Walmart will have the 16GB iPad mini on sale for $199 with a $30 gift card, while hhgregg will offer the same model for $249.99. hhgregg will also have the 16GB and 32GB models of the iPad mini 2 with retina display for $279.99 and $329.99, respectively. And Staples will offer the 16GB iPad mini 2 for $239.
*Apple will likely offer their own deals and discounts, so keep an eye out.
iPhone 6 16 GB Smartphone
15 members at each Sam’s Club will get the chance to score a 16 GB Apple iPhone 6 for $99. Target also has a deal for the 16 GB Apple iPhone 6 for $180 and it also includes a $30 gift card. To secure both deals you will need to also set up a new 2 year mobile contract.
*Apple will likely offer their own deals and discounts, so keep an eye out.
iPod Touch, 5th Generation
This Black Friday, you might also be interested in elevating your music listening experience, and these iPod Touch deals will definitely help you do so. You can grab the 32GB model at Target for $249 with an added $50 giftcard. Or if you’d rather go with the 16GB version, you can pick it up at Best Buy for $149.99, Walmart for $195 plus a $30 gift card, or hhgregg for $179.99.
*Apple will likely offer their own deals and discounts, so keep an eye out.
iTunes Multipack Gift Cards
Sam’s Club members you will be able to purchase $25 4 pack gift cards with a value of $100 for $79. Also, Office Depot will offer a $50 gift card with a 20% discount. The Office Depot deal is limited to one per costumer and starts on Thursday, November 27th and runs through Saturday, November 29th. However, if you want to spend you money on other items don’t fret because it’s highly like that more iTunes gift card deals will show up throughout December 2014.
*Apple will likely offer their own deals and discounts, so keep an eye out.
PS4
SONY is offering a $50 discount on PS4 Bundles bringing the price down to $399.99. You can choose from a 500GB PS4 Grand Theft Auto V bundle that includes a copy of Grand Theft Auto V and a digital download voucher for The Last of Us Remastered. And/or you can get the 500GB PS4 LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham bundle that includes a copy of LittleBigPlanet 3. SONY will feature the deal on their site, but so will retailers Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart both online and in-store.
Xbox One
Microsoft decided they didn’t need to suck you in with an amazing one day Black Friday deal. They’ve been knocking off $50 on Xbox One bundles since November 2, 2014, which drops the price to $349.99. But most importantly they are keeping the deal going until January 3, 2015. You can get an Xbox One Assassin’s Creed Unity Bundle on Amazon and Microsoft, as well as both online and in-store at Best Buy, GameStop, Target (with early sales starting on Thursday, November 27th, at 6 PM including a $50 gift card), and Walmart. Walmart will also offer the Xbox One Halo: The Master Chief Collection bundle for $330 with a $30 gift card starting on Thursday at 6 PM). And if you are lucky, you might be able to score the Xbox One Special Edition Sunset Overdrive Bundle which is sadly currently out of stock everywhere.
As you’re making your Black Friday shopping plans, make sure to check your local newspapers and advertisements to confirm the deals, store hours, and whether discounts will be available in-store and/or online. The BlackFriday.fm website and app can also help you keep track of various retailers’ ads and prices. Also, it might be worthwhile to subscribe the DealNews Select newsletter to receive a daily recap of Black Friday deals and download the DealNews apps.
What are you most looking forward to purchasing this Black Friday? Did any of the items above make your wish list?
Happy Thanksgiving, happy turkey day, and happy shopping!
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