Start Shopping: The Best Black Friday 2022 Deals We’ve Found So Far

This has been quite a busy year for those of us in the deal-hunting business. We’ve made it through not one but two Amazon Prime Days, plus the usual array of holiday sales and other seasonal surprise bargains. With those in the rear view, the big one is here: Black Friday, where you can get a head start on your holiday shopping with some of the lowest prices of the year on the tech you want the most.

Check out our mega-list below of the best Black Friday deals we’ve found, including laptops, desktops, TVs, robot vacuums, and more. 

The Best Black Friday Laptop Deals

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Portable and powerful, these laptops will level up your gaming and make your work day and personal projects a cinch. The most important factors to keep in mind when buying a laptop are the size of the screen, processor, graphics card, and storage. Those who are just using their laptop for lighter tasks like sending emails and checking social media won’t need too much in terms of power, but gamers and content creators will benefit from having more of each. For more on how to choose the right laptop, check out our buying guide with our top tested picks.

The Best Black Friday Desktop Deals

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If you have the space, a desktop can’t be beat in terms of power and versatility when it comes to upgrades. Desktops tend to be less expensive than laptops, offering a better overall value. Many desktops are also customizable, so if you like the look of the tower you can adjust the components to match your needs right there on the store page. For everything you need to know to buy the right desktop computer, check out our guide, which contains our current top-rated PCs.

The Best Black Friday MacBook Deals

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With M2 MacBooks on the market, we’re seeing good pricing on the still-excellent line of PCs powered by Apple’s previous-gen M1 chips, though a few M2s are on sale, too.

The Best Black Friday Monitor Deals

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Almost as important as a good desktop setup is the monitor you attach to it. Monitors with high refresh rates and resolution will bring out the most in your graphics card, delivering steady frame rates without screen tearing or input lag. Even if you’re just using your computer to work your day job, a new monitor will help to ease eye strain.

The Best Black Friday TV Deals

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If you plan on having company at home this holiday season, you might want to think about upgrading the centerpiece of your entertainment center: your TV. Improvements in technology have made it so that televisions can produce imagery that is incredibly vivid and detailed, and sound that is cinema-worthy.  Smart TVs offer up streaming services with all of the movies and shows you could ever watch, all in one simple-to-use home screen, eliminating the need for peripherals like DVD players and streaming sticks. Our TV buying guide has smart shopping tips and also details our top tested picks.

The Black Friday Robot Vacuum Deals

Adding a robot vacuum to your cleaning routine is one of the best ways to make your life easier. These intelligent devices can be programmed to follow a schedule and will learn the layout of your home to most efficiently take care of messes. Purchase a model with a self-emptying base to fully automate the cleaning process and some models do double duty, mopping as well.

The Best Black Friday Apple Deals

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Apple doesn’t typically offer direct Black Friday discounts on its product lineup; instead, it offers gift cards when you buy select devices. But big-box stories like Walmart, Amazon, and Best Buy have deals: pick up discounted AirPods, MacBooks, Apple TVs, and more right now.

The Best Black Friday Deals on Apple AirPods

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One-tap setup, personalized spatial audio, and access to Siri are just a few of the great features you get with Apple’s AirPods, now on sale for Black Friday.

The Best Black Friday Apple Watch Deals

Depending on the model you choose, Apple Watches include helpful features like fall detection, heart rate monitoring, automatic workout detection, and blood oxygen measurements. If you’re not sure which version is best, check out our roundup of best Apples Watches.

The Best Black Friday Deals on Ring Video Doorbells, Cameras, Security Systems

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With a wide range of products—video doorbells, security cameras, whole-home security systems—Ring makes it easy to add products as your home and family’s needs evolve. Plus, they’re compatible with your other Alexa smart devices, as Amazon owns Ring.

The Best Blink Camera Black Friday Deals

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Blink security cameras are a cost-effective way to protect your home. They come in a variety of configurations that are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, plus they’re easy to install. These intelligent cameras can detect motion, utilize two-way audio, and send notifications to your phone so you won’t miss a thing.

The Best Black Friday Tablet Deals

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Tablets are versatile devices that have enough power to run photo-editing programs and video games, while also being compact enough to take with you on the go. That extra screen real estate compared to a smartphone is nice to have when you’re streaming a show or perusing social media, and with these Black Friday deals, you can upgrade your tablet on a budget.

The Best HDD and SSD Black Friday Deals

More storage means more space for what’s important to you. Whether it’s an HDD or SSD, internal or external get the most gigs for your bucks this Black Friday.

The Best Black Friday Soundbar Deals

You don’t have to go to your local theater for a cinematic experience. Nowadays, with the right equipment, you can achieve the same immersive viewing and audio experience from the comfort of your home, starting with a top-notch soundbar. These nifty devices don’t take up nearly as much space as a conventional multiple-speaker surround sound setup, but you’ll still get the same punchy, room-filling sound.

The Best Black Friday Streaming Device Deals

If you’re got an old TV kicking around in the basement or guest room, but want to give it an upgrade on the cheap, a dongle or set-top box is your ticket to big-screen streaming.

The Best Black Friday Networking Deals

For those working (or schooling) from home, a strong connection is a must, so it’s worth investing in a good router/modem and even a mesh system to increase your range of coverage if you have a large enough space. With new deals on routers being pushed out for Black Friday, now’s a great time to grab a discount.

The Best Black Friday Printer Deals

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No matter what they say, printing isn’t dead. Especially since so many of us are now working from home. For those moments when you absolutely need paper copies, having your own printer is a real boon. Do away with hurried trips to Staples or the public library, and pick up a capable printer at a sweet price.