Black Friday 2021 continues through the weekend—with mega deals on everything from tech gadgets and gaming consoles, to beauty products and homeware.
While the annual shopping bonanza always takes place on the Friday after Thanksgiving, last year's event was online-only, owing to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
However, once more, stores opened their doors to customers and offered in-store offers and exclusive deals to entice shoppers.
For those concerned about in-store shopping, here are the measures retailers are taking to ensure customer safety.
As has been the case for some years now, some brands have revealed early Black Friday deals, including Walmart, Epic Games, Nintendo and more.
Catch up with the best deals on Newsweek's Black Friday 2021 live blog. We've wrapped up our coverage for the day, but many deals continue through the weekend.
Get the good ice!
Amazon has the GE Profile Opal nugget ice maker. This sits on your countertop and makes nugget ice, like you get at restaurants like Sonic and Chik-fil-a.
This is $119.01 off the normal price and an epic discount on a product that you will use every day. The deal isn't as good on the version with a side-tank, but that is something you should be able to add later if you want to upgrade.
AirPods 3rd gen with MagSafe for $149
You can get the newest AirPods for just $149.99 at Amazon right now thanks to a $20 discount at checkout.
These include support for spatial audio, which immerses you in the sound more and supports comes with the MagSafe case that allows you to charge using Apple's MagSafe charger in addition to a standard lightning cable.
Save big on our favorite robot vacuum
The Roborock S7 is an amazing robot vacuum and mop that can map out your house using lidar, listen to no-go zones that you set up in the app and adjust the suction based on the floor type.
This is great as a standalone system or when you pair it up with the automatic empty bin. You can connect it to Alexa, control it with an app or the push of a button on the vacuum.
Normally $649.99, you can save $195 on Amazon right now.
Explore wine bundles with epic upgrades
Underground Cellar offers an array of deals on wine, and the deals are even better with instant upgrades that include bigger and or better bottles when you place an order.
You'll find major deals including the largest bottle they've ever sold. Plus upgrades include autographed bottles, rare wines such as Petrus, DRC, Screaming Eagle and more. Check the individual offerings to see the upgrade percentage chances.
Purchases also count towards the Holiday Scramble promotion, where you earn letters and other prizes that you can use to redeem over 1,700 prizes including a VIP Wine Country Winecation, Dinner and Wine Pairings at the 3-Michelin-Star French Laundry Restaurant, Exclusive Winery Experiences and other prizes.
Upgrade your appliances with Samsung Black Friday deals
You can score massive savings on laundry, refrigerator and cooking items at Samsung through December 1st.
This includes up to $800 off everything from washer and dryers to the AirDresser Grand Clothing Care System with Steam Refresh and Sanitize in Mirror Finish.
Save up to $1,100 on Bespoke refrigerators including the 4-Door Flex in 29 cu. ft. and in the 23 cu. ft. counter depth model.
Samsung also offers an array of deals on cooktops and ranges with up to $800 off popular models.
BIG screen upgrades with these projector deals
Setting up some projectors can be a hassle, but the XGIMI Horizon Pro 4K is automatically aligns the screen and makes the image look top-notch by focusing and squaring up the corners. This model even includes obstacle avoidance and it allows you to set up off-center in rooms that aren't designed around a projector.
Save $200 today with a coupon on Amazon that brings the price to $1,499.00.
Don't miss this epic iPad Pro Black Friday deal.
Amazon drops $100 of the newest iPad Pro 12.9-inch model and $49.01 off the 11-inch iPad Pro model.
Best Buy is matching this deal on the entry-level Wi-Fi models, including some options for in-store pickup if you can't wait.
These are the newest M1-powered iPad Pro models, so you are getting the best versions available right now.
Save on multiple storage sizes through Amazon and Best Buy.
Warm up with 15-17% off Canada Goose
Canada Goose offers up to 17% off coats and apparel for Black Friday. Free shipping and returns allow you to buy even if you don't know your exact fit.
Vests, coats and more are all on sale today.
Fire up a home made pizza with this deal that's better than delivery
Ooni offers 20% off site-wide on Pizza Ovens, bundles and accessories through Cyber Monday.
This brings the Ooni Koda 16 gas-powered model down to $479.20 and the Koda 12 gas-powered model to $319.20. You can also save on wood pellet ovens, bundles, tables, pizza peels and more.
See the Ooni Black Friday deals.
Xbox Series X restock possible soon at GameStop
If you missed out on the Xbox Series X at your local GameStop, you could see one very soon at GameStop.com.
Check here for the Xbox Series X in stock on Black Friday. If you score one, you get three free months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Rock on with Guitar Center's Black Friday deals
Looking for a great deal on guitars and musical accessories? Guitar Center's Black Friday deals have you covered with deep discounts across the board.
- Squier® by Fender Limited-Edition Stratocaster - $199.99 (149.99 Open Box)
- Williams Allegro III Digital Piano with Stand and Bench - $499.99
- Alesis Nitro Mesh Special-Edition 8-Piece Electronic Drum Set - $299.99
- Fender Concert Acoustic Electric Guitar - $199.99
- Mitchell Soprano Ukulele - $29.99
- Pearl Vision Birch Snare Drum - $99.99
- Sennheiser PXC 550-II Wireless Headphones - $159.95
Use code blackfriday15 for 15% off qualifying purchases of $199 or more at Guitar Center.
Get vacation ready with Samsonite Black Friday deals
Samsonite offers 30 percent off site-wide with the coupon code EXTRA30 from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. This includes luggage, backpacks, toiletry kits and accessories.
On Amazon, you can find up to 40% off the following Omni and Centric luggage, plus additional deals.
Check out the Samsonite deals on Amazon for more savings.
Save big on Madden, FIFA, The Sims, F1 and other EA games
EA and EA Sports offer deep discounts on popular games like Madden NFL 22, FIFA 22, The Sims 4 (including expansion packs) and many other EA games for Black Friday.
- FIFA 22 - Up to 50% Off
- Madden NFL 22 - Up to 50% Off
- F1 2021 - 50% off PS4 digital and Deluxe editions
- NHL 22 - 30% to 40% Off
- The Sims 4 + Expansion Packs - up to 88% off base game and up to 50% off expansions
- It Takes Two - 50% Off
- Knockout City - 50% off and Free for PlayStation+ Subscribers to play in November
- Mass Effect: Legendary Edition up to 45% Off
You can save at major retailers and through many digital platforms.
Getaway with $29 flights on Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines offers flights as low as $29 one way for Black Friday deals that run from today through November 28th. Some of the fares you will find include;
- Seattle to Portland from $29
- San Francisco to Los Angeles from $39
- Seattle to San Francisco from $49
- Newark to Portland from $79
- New York (JFK) to San Francisco from $79
- San Francisco to Maui from $79
- San Diego to Newark from $99
Flights are from January 5 through March 9, 2022. You can find deals on Saver, Main and First Class with these deals.
Peloton Black Friday deals offer up to $600 in savings
If you've had your eye on a Peloton or are planning to get in shape for the new year, this is a good time to buy. You can get up to $600 in value with $350 off the Peloton Bike+ and free delivery. There are also deals on the original Peloton Bike and the Peloton Tread.
- Peloton Bike - $150 off accessories
- Peloton Bike+ - $350 off plus free delivery
- Peloton Tread - $250 off accessories, plus free delivery
You can also get two free months of the Peloton app and save 25% on Peloton apparel.
Wine? Save up to 25% off Coravin today
Coravin is a wine system that helps keep your wine fresh. The Coravin Pivot+ can keep your wine fresh for up to four weeks, while the Timeless goes straight through the cork to keep your favorites fresh for months or years.
This is a great deal on the wine system, which includes everything you need. It is also an excellent gift for a wine lover in your life.
- Coravin Pivot+ - Sale: $97.50 (Original: $129.99)
- Coravin Timeless Three SL - Sale: $112.50 (Original: $149.99)
- Coravin Timeless 3+ - Sale: $149.25 (Original: $199.00)
- Coravin Timeless 6+ - Sale: $224.25 (Original: $299.00)
You can save direct from Coravin and at retailers like Amazon, Macy's, Sur la Table, Bloomingdale's, Bed Bath & Beyond, and others.
Save up to $200 with MacBook Air Black Friday deals
The newest MacBook Air is on sale for as low as $799.99 at Costco, and if you aren't a member you can still save $150 on the MacBook Air at Best Buy and score other MacBook Black Friday deals.
- $799 MacBook Air with M1, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD at Costco
- $849 MacBook Air with M1, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD at Best Buy
- $1,049 MacBook Air with M1, 8GB RAM and 512GB SSD at Best Buy
- $849 MacBook Air with M1, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD at Amazon
If you are looking for a custom build MacBook Air you can get a $100 Gift card with purchase at Apple. This is handy if you are looking for more memory or storage.
Extra 20% off with Nike Black Friday deals
Nike is offering an extra 20% off for Black Friday 2021 with the coupon code BLACKFRIDAY.
You can shop the latest deals on over 3,000 items online and through the Nike app on your phone.
You can save on shoes, apparel, accessories and more. Shop Nike Black Friday 2021 deals.
Save on almost everything with Walmart Black Friday deals
The Walmart Black Friday deals are live with massive discounts on laptops, an espresso machine and big toy discounts.
If you want an iPhone 12 on Verizon you can get a $350 eGift card with purchase. The Cricut Explore Air 2 is on sale for more than half off and you can also save almost 50% off an espresso machine to upgrade your home coffee experience.
Did we mention there is also an epic gaming laptop deal?
Check out 11 of the best Walmart Black Friday deals we could find.
Get physical with Lululemon's Black Friday sale
The company's famed Wunder Under leggings for women are priced from $69 to $79, reduced from the $88 to $118 price range.
Featuring a built-in quick-drying, sweat-wicking liner for added coverage, the company's pink floral-patterned women's running shorts are on sale at just $39 (reduced $58).
For the men, Lululemon's denim wash print hoodie, featuring "abrasion-resistant" fabric, is on sale for $79 - down from $148.
FULL STORY: Save 50% On Leggings, Gymwear & More
Save up to $1,200 on gaming laptops with Amazon
Amazon has a strong range of deals on gaming laptops, monitors and even desktop machines right now.
For instance, the Acer Nitro 5 has been reduced from $839 to $684. The machine boasts a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU and a 256GB SSD.
Meanwhile, you can get 21% off the Sceptre Curved 27-inch monitor. This discount brings the cost of that item down to just $189.97.
Best of all, however, is the fact that you can get a whopping 46% off the Razer Blade 15 Advanced Gaming Laptop. That translates to a saving of $1,200 on what is already an impressive piece of hardware.
Antonline restocks on PS5...and then sells out almost immediately
Antonline has restocked on the PS5 today, but the drop was so lightening quick that most shoppers barely even had a chance to add the console to their basket before the supplies were already depleted.
There were reportedly some wins though, with a few happy customers finally getting their hands on the next-gen hardware.
To help you prepare in the event of another sudden drop like this, we recommend that you check out our Black Friday Xbox Series X and PS5 pieces and bookmark all of the relevant product pages. It might just buy you a few valuable seconds when the restocks do come through.
Samsung Black Friday TV deals take up to $2,300 off!
If you've held off on updating your TV until you could find an incredible deal, then these Samsung Black Friday deals have you covered. With up to $2,300 off a top-of-the-line 8K TV and deep discounts on 4K TVs, you can save at Samsung and Amazon.
- 55-inch The Frame TV - $997.99 at Amazon (Save $300)
- 75-inch Q70A QLED Smart TV - $1,497.99 at Amazon and Samsung ($800 off)
- 85-inch QN800A Samsung Neo QLED 8K Smart TV - $4,199.99 at Samsung (Save $2,300)
- 85-inch Class Q60A QLED 4K Smart TV - $1,799.99 at Samsung (Save $1,000)
You can also check out a listing of the best-selling QLED TVs on Amazon to hunt for the latest deals.
Vizio Black Friday TV deals offer up to $350 off
Vizio Black Friday deals are live at Best Buy with massive discounts on the Vizio MQ7 4K TV that are great for gaming and streaming. Best Buy offers models from 50-inches up to 75-inches.
- Vizio MQ7 50-inch 4K TV - Model: M50Q7-J - $499.99 at Best Buy (Save $200)
- Vizio MQ7 55-inch 4K TV - Model: M55Q7-J - $529.99 at Best Buy (Save $220)
- Vizio MQ7 58-inch 4K TV - Model: M58Q7-J - $549.99 at Best Buy (Save $170)
- Vizio MQ7 70-inch 4K TV - Model: M70Q7-J - $749.99 at Best Buy (Save $350)
- Vizio MQ7 75-inch 4K TV - Model: M75Q7-J - $999.99 at Best Buy (Save $300)
The Vizio MQ7 is a great mix of features and screen size for the price, and one of our favorite models. Check out our full review.
We are also seeing discounts on the Vizio MQ6 TVs and on Vizio Soundbars.
FULL STORY: See all the Vizio Black Friday Deals at Best Buy.
The best streaming deals—what are Apple, Amazon and HBO offering?
It's not just physical items up for heavy discounts this Black Friday—the biggest streaming services are getting in on the action, too, with great value bundles and deals.
Those looking for an Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD are in luck—you'll be given 3 months of Apple TV+ with for free when you buy one, alongside a $50 gift card.
Amazon Prime Video sadly isn't offering discounts on its own subscription, but the company is offering members big savings on multiple channel subscriptions. Prime users will be able to add up to 16 channels to their account for just $0.99 each for two months.
This opens up cheap viewing on: A&E Crime Central; AllBlk; AMC+; Britbox; Discovery+ Ad-Supported; EPIX; Lifetime Movie Club; Motortrend; Noggin; Paramount+ Premium; PBS Documentaries; PBS Kids; Ryan and Friends Plus; Showtime; STARZ; and UP Faith & Family.
FULL STORY: How to Get Discounts on Disney+, Amazon and More
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Calling all fashionistas! This Victoria Beckham jumper is currently on sale (and v on trend)
As part of its Black Friday event, luxury fashion marketplace Net-a-Porter is offering 40 per cent off this cosy, striped jumper designed by Posh Spice.
Originally priced at $385, you can now purchase the sweater for $231—and get an extra 15 per cent off when you use the promo code "BLACK FRIDAY."
Find your new signature scent with these amazing Black Friday perfume deals
Look Fantastic is currently offering up to 75 per cent off selected perfumes and colognes, including Tom Ford, Chloé, Marc Jacobs, Versace, Prada, Armani and more.
Samsung chops $250 off new fold phones
The tech company has a range of big discounts to celebrate Black Friday this year—all lasting over nine days.
The price of the new Galaxy Z Fold3 5G has been sliced by $250, while sister phone the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G—now customizable - is being sold for $100 off.
Samsung is also offering up to $900 credit for eligible trade-in items, meaning you could land yourself a new Fold3 device for just $650—down from $1,800.
Ninja is offering up to $150 off select items or 15 per cent discount across its entire site
If you're after some new kitchen appliances, then look not further: Ninja is offering customers some serious Black Friday discounts on everything from coffee machines and countertop ovens, to grills and pressure cookers.
Simply use the promo code "DEALS15" to get 15 per cent off.
This coffee maker as the site's doorbuster deal for $199.99 (you get $70 off with promo code "BFWKD70").
Walmart is also selling this Nina pressure cooker for just $149 (reduced from $229).
Check out these Apple Watch discounts at Target, Walmart and Best Buy before they're gone
Deals on Apple Watches are few and far between right now, but you can find them at some outlets.
Target it is selling the Series 3 model (with a 42mm display) for $199, which represents a 13% saving.
Meanwhile, Walmart has the Apple Watch Series 3 with a 38mm display, sport band and Aluminium case going for just $109 (marked down from $199).
Most of the deals, however, are at Best Buy. The retailer has an entire page dedicated to Apple's wearable devices, where you can find some huge discounts.
For example, you can save $60 on the Apple Watch SE and can get the Nike SE model for $219 (it was originally $279). There is even a Gold edition going for cheaper than usual on the website, if you want to be a little fancier.
Save up to $200 on select Dyson products
Dyson's Black Friday offering encompasses everything from cordless vacuums to the sought-after Airwrap hair device.
Some Dyson deals are also available as part of Black Friday sales at Walmart and Best Buy (which is offering savings of up to $200 on Dyson products).
See Newsweek's pick of the best Dyson Black Friday deals here.
A fan of anime, manga or figurines? Here are the best deals for you
Black Friday is seeing a flood of discounts on premium anime, manga, and figurine brands From anime to manga, with some of the most popular Funimation DVD bundles reaching 30 per cent off.
One such bundle is perfect for a movie night, sold with the blanket and the films: One Piece: Stampede, One Piece Film: Gold, One Piece Film: Z, and One Piece Film: Strong World for just $59.99—slashed from $139.99.
Barnes and Noble is making a number of digital manga from Viz Media available for just $3.99 today, with the "Manga Series Starter" deal allowing fans to buy the first volume of dozens of different series.
Top figurine brands are also cutting prices, with Nendroids, Scale Figures, and Funko Pops all getting in on the Black Friday action. Crunchyroll is also currently offering a discount on a number of their items, with products up to 40 per cent off site-wide on Black Friday.
FULL STORY: Anime Black Friday Deals 2021: Best Offers On DVDs, Manga, Crunchyroll & More
It's time to start getting ready for today's PS5 and Xbox Series X restocks
Console trackers are predicting that the PS5 and Xbox Series X will soon be restocked at both Target and potentially Best Buy.
According to these reports (which come from reputable tracker accounts), the Target drop could be happening anytime between now and 9 a.m. ET.
Meanwhile, Best Buy does often favor Fridays for its normal restocks, so it makes that they would have one scheduled for today.
[11/26: #BlackFriday]
— STOCK TRACKER: PS5 Alerts & Tips • Xbox • Switch! (@PS5restocks_etc) November 26, 2021
None "confirmed" - I'm tracking!
🚨Be ready for my alert & link
✅Have login & payment saved!#Target MAY do a smaller drop between the hours 6-9AM ET (often 7-8AM ET)#BestBuy has #PS5 in their ad. Friday is common for them. Stay tuned!🍀 #PS5Share #Xbox pic.twitter.com/uY00PVAuEO
To help you get ahead of the crowds, Newsweek has prepared a tips and tricks guide for getting ahold of either a PS5 or Xbox Series X during Black Friday. This covers everything from how to spot imminent drops, how to get fair deals, and how to troubleshoot issues if you are struggling to add items to your basket.
It contains expert insights from analyst @GYXdeals on Twitter, who basically does this as a full-time job, so it's defiantly worth reading.
From multiplayer shooters to sports blockbusters and even dance titles, you can get massive savings on video games
Not only are video games on sale for Black Friday, but you can actually get some of the latest blockbusters for almost half price.
Major releases like Battlefield 2042, NBA 2K22, Madden NFL 22 and Just Dance 2022 (generally a lot of titles that end with dates) have been dramatically reduced in price.
Not only that, but the deals are evenly spread between different platforms meaning that, whether you're an Xbox, PlayStation or Nintendo fan, there will be something here for you.
Even some games that came out as little as two weeks ago have been slashed down by quite a bit, so you'll definitely want to check these deals out.
Newsweek has compiled a list of highlights right here.
Millennials and Gen Zs rejoice! Glossier is offering some great discounts on makeup, skincare and more
Cult cosmetics brands Glossier launched its early Black Friday yesterday (November 25), offering those who signed up for early access an impressive 20 per cent off on all products.
Included in the sale is the Glossier Boy Brow, Milky Jelly Cleanser and the brand's famous Balm Dotcom.
Fans can also purchase sets as part of the sale.
FULL STORY: Glossier Black Friday Deal: How to Get 20% Off Makeup, Skincare and More
Where the name 'Black Friday' comes from
The phrase was reportedly first coined back in 1960s Pennsylvania, when huge crowds of shoppers and traffic jams in Philadelphia the day after Thanksgiving led to police naming it as such.
But HuffPost reported that as early as 1961, public relations bosses were furiously attempting to give the nickname a positive spin by trying to change it to "Big Friday."
According to David Zyla, the author of How to Win at Shopping, one of the first uses of the term that appeared in print—to publicize it as a day for lots of shopping—was in an advert in the 1966 issue of The American Philatelist, a magazine for stamp collectors.
FULL STORY: When Is Black Friday 2021 and How Did the Shopping Extravaganza Start?
Bag 40% off Gucci shades + an extra 15% off with this Net-a-Porter promo code
Net-a-Porter's Black Friday sale is offering an additional 15% off on selected lines, including these chic, gold-toned Gucci shades featuring a "GG" motif pattern.
The sunglasses are currently priced at $288 (a 40 percent reduction from $480). Get the extra 15 per cent off the current price using the promo code: "BLACKFRIDAY."
Just how popular is Black Friday around the world?
It may not come as a surprise, but Black Friday has taken much of the world by storm in recent years, with consumers from many countries counting down the days until the big shopping extravaganza.
Research by Sensormatic has revealed that the discount event beats the grandest of pre-Christmas shopping sprees in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, and even South Africa.
But what are the top three most popular shopping days in North America?
U.S.
- November 26 – Black Friday
- December 18 – Super Saturday
- December 23 – Thursday before Christmas
Canada
- November 26 – Black Friday
- December 26 – Boxing Day
- November 27 – Saturday after Black Friday
Mexico
- November 13 – Saturday before Revolution Day
- November 15 – Revolution Day (observed)
- November 14 – Sunday before Revolution Day
Some Amazon devices are going for half price right now
You can get deals on Amazon own brand products for Black Friday, including the Fire TV Stick, Kindle eBook readers and Ring video doorbell devices.
There is even an Echo Dot designed to resemble Baby Yoda from The Mandalorian, which is frankly the cutest that a smart speaker is ever going to look.
While a lot of these discounts are obviously featured on the Amazon marketplace itself, that's not necessarily where you will get the cheapest deals.
FULL STORY: Best Amazon Black Friday Deals 2021: From Kindles and Ring to Echo Smart Speakers
"Some sales are not really sales": Jean Chatzky spoke to Newsweek about how to avoid getting stung
Recent research has found many items that go on sale over Black Friday are not as legitimate as you might think, with many products inflated in price to be given misleading discounts—so how do you catch them out?
Speaking exclusively to Newsweek, Jean Chatzky, the host of the HerMoney podcast, said the best thing is "do your research" and check the price history of the product you want to buy.
Some sales aren't really sales. There are stores that routinely offer 25 per cent off everything when they run 'Friends & Family' days, for example. When they do the same for the holidays, it's not such a big deal.
FULL STORY: 9 Black Friday Tips From Jean Chatzky and The NRF On How to Get The Best Deals and Offers
How are stores keeping COVID-safe today?
Black Friday is notorious for huge crowds bundling into shops to grab the best deals before anybody else—but things may not look the same this year.
Walmart has decided to spread its sale across the whole of this month to pry customers away from its stores and onto its website, with major discounts going live from November 22.
But rest assured, staff will be wearing masks in-store today and you will be encouraged to as well, with COVID cases beginning to rise across the country once again.
Best Buy—named the "No. 1 big-box retailer for COVID-19 safety" this year—is doing "wellness checks" for their staff as well as regular deep cleans of those most-touched places in its stores. Like most other major stores today, customers will be asked to form an orderly queue to control the numbers going in/out...but will it work?
FULL STORY: What stores are doing to keep shoppers safe
Walmart is offering huge discounts on smart TVs, robot vacuum cleaners and games
Walmart has been running early Black Friday deals since November 22. Most of these are still available now, meaning that you can get huge savings on things like 4K smart TVs, self-emptying vacuum cleaners and various Apple products.
You can find a breakdown of some of the highlights right here. The piece also includes links that go straight through to Walmart's respective product pages for the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. You might want to have those bookmarked in case there is a restock later today.
Walmart was previously running other Black Friday deals even earlier in the month, but those ones have since expired.
