Black Friday is next week. Whether you're shopping on a budget ahead of this holiday season or just love a good discount on a must-have product, we've rounded up some of the best deals on the internet ahead of the deals event.
Also: The best Black Friday deals live now
I've sorted through loads of deals to find relevant discounts on household tech, kitchen gadgets, and doodads that are worth your time ahead of the deals-palooza. And check back in every week up until Black Friday, as I'll be updating these deals regularly with better and more substantial deals ahead of the sales event.
Beats audio products work for Android and iOS devices, but they're made for iOS first. That's one of the major selling points for iPhone users -- this seamless Apple ecosystem compatibility that easily connects with your headphones or earbuds. If you're an iPhone owner and don't want to splurge on the $500 AirPods Max (but still want Apple ecosystem compatibility) these headphones are a not-too-shabby deal.
When I tested the Sony Ult Field 1 speaker out I was surprised at its impressive and clear sound. The speaker gets loud and fills up my dining room and kitchen when I host dinner parties or celebrations. In a room full of 12 people, the speaker held its own against the bustle and chatter. I've brought it to the beach and park, too, to listen to my favorite playlists for hours on end (it's got a 12-hour battery life, so you can play it all day long without worrying about recharging). The IP67 waterproofing and dust resistance make it great for taking to the pool, to tailgates, or on hikes. It's a portable powerhouse that delivers stellar-sounding music.
Track your lost luggage, wallet, and, heck, even your dog with an AirTag. If you have an iPhone, AirTags are great for locating and keeping track of all your personal belongings. Ahead of the holiday travel season, they could come in handy if your luggage goes missing at the airport.
Stream clearer and crisper live TV without cable with this Amazon Fire TV Stick. There are a few variations of the Fire Stick, but this one offers 4K streaming for a smoother view.
Outfit your small apartment kitchen or dorm room with this single-serve coffee machine. You can choose between a small, medium, or large brew. Customers enjoy the compact size that suits a small space and the near-instant brew time.
Black Friday is Nov. 29, though you can expect some products to be discounted a few days ahead and after the deals event. Deals will likely run from Black Friday through Cyber Monday, Dec. 2.
Cyber Monday takes place on Monday, Dec. 2.
The short answer is: it depends. The long answer is that brands decide at what price they'd like to discount their products, based on demand and availability. Sometimes, they will inflate the price ahead of Black Friday to make discounts look more attractive than they actually are. But other times, you will see products discounted well below their original price. When we see a good or rare deal on a loved piece of tech, whether that's AirPods or a TV, we try to call it out through our Black Friday coverage. We'll also do our best to tell you whether something is worth your money based on our experience with the product and customer reviews.
ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.
We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.
You can shop anywhere for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, but the major retailers, like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target, will boast the most (and sometimes, the best) deals.
ZDNET's experts have been searching through Black Friday sales live now to find the best discounts by category. These are the best Black Friday deals so far, by category:
You can also find the best Black Friday deals by price:
Black Friday deals under $25
Black Friday deals under $100
And the best Black Friday deals by retailer:
Black Friday Amazon deals
Black Friday Best Buy deals
Black Friday Walmart deals
Black Friday Apple deals
Black Friday Samsung deals