The Best Early Black Friday 50% (or More) Off Deals
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Early Black Friday deals have started, and we've spotted some great discounts on top tech items priced under $100 or $50. But what's better than a deal that cuts the price in half? We searched for the best tech that's at least 50% off and found some fantastic options for you! Keep checking back here for more half-price deals heading into Black Friday!
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Whether you want to ensure you don't suffer during power outages or you really like going camping but staying somewhat connected, having a Bluetti AC200L power station on hand will be of help. The power station is already half-off, but you can get an extra 5% off with our exclusive discount code PCMAGBF5, which brings the price down to a historic best. With 2400W output, you can keep going anything from a refrigerator to your lawn mower. If you add some solar panels, you won't even have to plug these in. While certainly not on the same level, yo can check out some of the best portable chargers and power banks we've reviewed.
Marked down by 62% ahead of Black Friday, this three-pack of Blink Outdoor 4 cameras will help you keep an eye on most of your home's surroundings. Our expert, John R. Delaney, reviewed these cameras and gave them an "Excellent" rating, praising how easy they are to install, the long battery life, and the sharp 1080p video. Plus, the cameras work just fine with Alexa, so they are easy to integrate into your smart home system.
More Deals on Outdoor Home Security Cameras
TP-Link Tapo C120 2K QHD Security Camera for $24.99 (List Price $39.99)
Blink Outdoor 4 1080p Security Camera (3-Pack) for $99.99 (List Price $259.99)
Arlo Pro 5S 2K Spotlight Camera (White, 3-Pack) for $236.35 (List Price $649.99)
Google Nest Cam (2nd Gen, 1080p, Battery) for $119.98 (List Price $179.99)
Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus (2021 Release) for $119.99 (List Price $199.99)
Arlo Pro 3 2K Floodlight Camera for $154.99 (List Price $249.99)
Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Battery Camera (2022 Release) for $109.99 (List Price $169.99)
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You don't need to fill your home with smart devices and smart bulbs because sometimes you can just get a smart plug instead. This two-pack of Kasa plugs is half-off ahead of Black Friday, so you have the right opportunity to add these to your cart. Whehter you want to turn off the livingroom lamp from your bed or program the coffee machine to turn on and start preparing your cup in the morning, these little gadgets will work just fine. They work with Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant just fine, so it's easy to integrate them into your home. While we didn't review this exact model, the very similar Kasa smart plug EP25P4 version got an "Outstanding" rating from us and our Editors' Choice award.
Amazon's Echo Pop is available for its best price once more, thanks to the 55% discount. This tiny smart speaker looks sleek and stylish and can easily fit into any room in your home. In , our expert gave it an "Excellent" rating, praising the speaker's affordability and the balanced sound. Our expert, , added that it's an "inexpensive way to add Alexa to any small room."
More Deals on Speakers
Echo Pop Smart Speaker With Alexa (2023 Release) for $17.99 (List Price $39.99)
JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) for $79.95 (List Price $129.95)
Bose SoundLink Revolve+ Series II Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $229.00 (List Price $329.00)
Beats Pill Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Matte Black) for $99.95 (List Price $149.95)
Marshall Emberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black and Brass) for $99.99 (List Price $169.99)
Sony ULT Field 1 Wireless Ultra Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) for $98.00 (List Price $129.99)
Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen, Black) for $119.00 (List Price $149.00)
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The Beats Solo 4 price was cut straight down the middle making this the most affordable these headphones have ever been. In our , our expert notes that while he enjoyed the sound produced by the headphones, as well as the easy, hands-free access to Siri, he wished they would also have active noise cancellation. The fantastic 50-hour battery life, however, is particularly useful to have.
More Deals on Headphones
Apple AirPods Max ANC Wireless Headphones for $399.00 (List Price $549.00)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $199.00 (List Price $349.00)
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black) for $249.99 (List Price $349.99)
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for $298.00 (List Price $399.99)
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones (Black/Copper) for $229.95 (List Price $379.95)
Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $329.00 (List Price $429.00)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 ANC Over-Ear Wireless Headphones (Black) for $499.00 (List Price $699.00)
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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 just got even more affordable with this Black Friday deal, reaching a brand new best price. We reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and gave it an "Excellent" rating, appreciating the bigger and brighter screen, the digital bezel for quick scrolling, and the many new sensors and apps. Even though we're not thrilled about its battery life, our expert Angela Moscaritolo notes that "the Galaxy Watch 6 still stands out as the best Android-compatible smartwatch right now."
More Deals on Smartwatches
Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Black, S/M, Sports Band) for $329.00 (List Price $399.00)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Bluetooth, 44mm, Green) for $247.48 (List Price $329.99)
Amazfit Bip 5 GPS Smartwatch (Black) for $69.99 (List Price $89.99)
Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch (Black) for $119.95 (List Price $199.95)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 (Bluetooth, 40mm, Graphite) for $139.99 (List Price $299.99)
Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm, Wi-Fi, Matte Black, Obsidian Band) for $279.99 (List Price $349.99)
Garmin Vivoactive 5 GPS Smartwatch With AMOLED Display for $199.99 (List Price $299.99)
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Easily the most comfortable headphones I've ever had, the JBL Tune 720BT deliver great sound, powerful bass, and enough battery life that I forget when I last charged them. They're lightweight, they're built well, and they're foldable, so they'll squeeze just fine into any bag. I wish they'd have been this affordable when I bought them. Make sure to check out some of the best headphones we've reviewed for a quality comparison.
More Deals on Headphones
Apple AirPods Max ANC Wireless Headphones for $399.00 (List Price $549.00)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $199.00 (List Price $349.00)
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black) for $249.99 (List Price $349.99)
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for $298.00 (List Price $399.99)
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones (Black/Copper) for $229.95 (List Price $379.95)
Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $329.00 (List Price $429.00)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 ANC Over-Ear Wireless Headphones (Black) for $499.00 (List Price $699.00)
*Deals are selected by our commerce team
Streaming content is easier than ever with a Fire TV Stick 4K, especially when you can get one for 56% off. Whether you need to upgrade a non-smart TV or you want a more organized streaming center than your TV offers, the Fire TV Stick 4K is a great pick. We reviewed this streaming device and gave it an "Excellent" rating, as well as our Editors' Choice award, and our expert Will Greenwald named it "one of the best media streaming devices" you can get.
More Deals on Media Streaming Devices
Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device With Remote (2023 Model) for $21.99 (List Price $49.99)
Fire TV Stick 4K Max Streaming Player With Remote (2023 Model) for $32.99 (List Price $59.99)
Roku Express 4K+ Streaming Media Player for $24.00 (List Price $39.99)
Roku Streaming Stick 4K With Roku Voice Remote (2021 Model) for $29.00 (List Price $49.99)
Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) for $79.99 (List Price $99.99)
TiVo Stream 4K 8GB Streaming Player for $24.99 (List Price $39.99)
Fire TV Cube 4K HDR Streaming Device (3rd Generation) for $99.99 (List Price $139.99)
*Deals are selected by our commerce team
Another half-off bargain we found today is the Blink Mini 2 which is extremely affordable. This pint-sized camera captures 1080p video and comes with its own spotlight. In our review of the Blink Mini 2, we noted that it works with both Alexa and IFTTT, giving you plenty of ways to access footage. "If you’re looking for an affordable security camera that works indoors and outdoors and doesn’t take up much room, the Blink Mini 2 fits the bill," our expert John R. Delaney added.
More Deals on Indoor Security Cameras
TP-Link Tapo C120 2K QHD Security Camera for $24.99 (List Price $39.99)
Blink Mini 2 Indoor Wireless 1080p Camera (White) for $19.99 (List Price $39.99)
Arlo Essential Indoor 2K Security Camera (2nd Generation) for $39.99 (List Price $79.99)
Google Nest Security Cam 2nd Gen 1080p (Wired, Snow) for $69.99 (List Price $99.99)
Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam 1080p Camera (White) for $49.99 (List Price $79.99)
Ring Stick Up Cam Pro 1080p Battery Camera (2023 Release) for $89.99 (List Price $179.99)
Eufy Security Solo IndoorCam C24 2K 2-Camera Kit for $54.99 (List Price $75.99)
*Deals are selected by our commerce team
Make sure to scope out our Black Friday hub for up-to-the-minute deals on the tech you want most.
More Early Black Friday Deals
Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case for $159.99 (List Price $249.00)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 64GB Wi-Fi 11" Tablet for $149.99 (List Price $219.99)
Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device With Remote (2023 Model) for $21.99 (List Price $49.99)
Blink Outdoor 4 1080p Security Camera (3-Pack) for $99.99 (List Price $259.99)
Dell Inspiron 15 3535 Ryzen 7 1TB SSD 16GB RAM Laptop for $449.99 (List Price $699.99)
Seagate Portable 4TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive for $99.90 (List Price $124.99)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $199.00 (List Price $349.00)
*Deals are selected by our commerce team
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