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Amazon recently released a Holiday Fashion Gift Guide for 2019 with over 100 items for everyone in your family. Inside this guide you can find gift ideas for women, men, kids, and more. You can also score top brands including adidas, Sperry, Herschel, Nike, Levi’s, and much more. Best of all, any order exceeding $25 gets free Prime shipping. Amazon has also released popular fashion bloggers and celebrity top picks from their list in categories listed at the top. Be sure to head below to find all of our top picks from Amazon’s Holiday Fashion Gift Guide.

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Shopping for new home theater gear can be quite confusing. Whether you’re in the market for a new TV, sound system, speakers, or something entirely different, there are a lot of terms being thrown around. Maybe you’re not quite sure what “Dolby Vision HDR” is, but your friend told you that you just had to have it vs. HDR10. Or, maybe you want the most immersive audio experience possible, but aren’t quite sure how to get it. In this series, we’ll go over everything you need to look for when shopping for new home theater gear, including HDR types (this post), surround sound setups, as well as differences in TV panels and resolutions.

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After unveiling the Xbox preview this morning, we now have quite a substantial list of upcoming deals via the Microsoft Black Friday Sneak Peek online ad today. From Surface machines and gaming deals to laptops, monitors, smartwatches, and headphones, Microsoft will be offering hundreds of dollars off a wide selection of gear this year. Head below for a closer look at what we can expect this Black Friday.
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Aside from tech, toys are some of the hottest gifts of the holiday season. So it makes sense that most of the big retailer features the year’s top releases and the like in the lead up to Black Friday. This morning, it’s Walmart’s turn, as we’re now getting a look at its toy catalog for 2019. Headlined by popular toys from Star Wars, Frozen II, and more, you’ll want to head below for a closer look.

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After detailing its Countdown to Black Friday promotions this morning, Amazon has now unveiled its highly-anticipated holiday shopping guides. We’ve already detailed the toys section earlier this morning, and now we’re going to take a look at the hottest tech this year. The Amazon holiday electronics gift guide gives shoppers an early glimpse into what is sure to be the hottest products this year in the tech category. Head below for an in-depth look and our top picks from the latest Amazon holiday gift guide.

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After detailing what we expect from this year’s shopping event, we now have an Xbox Black Friday 2019 preview. Over on the official Xbox Wire blog, Microsoft is currently “unveiling the first wave of Xbox Black Friday discounts.” It is quick to point out that today’s details are just a “sample” of what’s to come with more information expected on November 14th. Head below for all of today’s details and official start times for the big Xbox holiday deals.
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It’s officially November, so now the onslaught of holiday shopping news is upon us. Following the start of its countdown to Black Friday, Amazon is now detailing its Holiday Toy List to help offer gift-givers a head start on scoring this year’s hottest releases. Headlined by the usual brands like LEGO, NERF, and more, this year is seeing some competition from STEAM coding kits, drones, and plenty of other unique toys to unwrap on with the winter festivities. Head below for a closer look at what to expect for this holiday shopping season.

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The official Dell Black Friday 2019 ad has now leaked, keeping with the tradition of its annual November 1st release. This year’s flier details notable discounts are starting today on PCs, smart home accessories, and much more. Dell will also be running its usual selection of doorbusters and more throughout Thanksgiving week in the lead up to Black Friday. Specifically, Dell will be offering timed sales that are sure to be popular on November 29th, with a new selection of offers rolling out every few hours. You can check out the Dell Black Friday ad and more down below.

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Last week we caught wind of LEGO’s plan to introduce its first wooden toy in nearly 60 years. Today the company is officially announcing its latest product, which mixes up the usual building kits in favor of a LEGO wooden minifigure. Measuring seven-inches tall, this release will surely be a must-have collectors item for fans looking to add a unique piece of LEGO history into their collections. Head below for a closer look.

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Welcome to November, folks. Black Friday 2019 is just a few weeks away, and Amazon is ready to unveil its plans for a whole month of deals, special promotions, and more. Of course, we’ll be covering it all here at 9to5Toys. This year’s event is highlighted by nearly a whole month worth of rotating Gold Box deals with Black Friday falling later than usual. You’ll want to be sure to bookmark this page to stay up to date on all of the best deals, which refresh each morning at 3 AM EST throughout November. Amazon’s Countdown to Black Friday event is slated to be the biggest in history, and we have all the details down below.

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Black Friday 2019 ads are starting to trickle in, with Kohl’s now showing its plans for this year’s holiday shopping season. The Kohl’s Black Friday ad details notable discounts on Echo Show 5, Beats headphones, and Fitbit fitness trackers while offering our first real glimpse into pricing on some of 2019’s hottest tech and more. Additional discounts for Kohl’s credit card holders bring even better prices. Of course, there will also be the usual selection of Kohl’s Cash offerings and more, as we detailed in our how-to prepare guide from last week. Head below for an in-depth at this year’s Kohl’s Black Friday ad.

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Following the official unveiling of the upcoming 900-piece Ideas Dinosaur Fossils kit earlier in the month, we’re now turning our attention to some other fan-made creations that caught our eye in October.

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AT&T is one of the nation’s largest carriers, owning the market on both cellular and home internet as well as cable television through DirecTV. What discounts can we expect to find at AT&T on Black Friday 2019? Well, there’ll be savings on Apple gear galore plus even more.

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Each year, Black Friday has started a little bit earlier and the sales keep getting better. Luckily, plenty of retailers are releasing their Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals ahead of time, so you can actually spend Thanksgiving weekend with family. We predicted that GAP, Old Navy and Banana Republic will start their sales early and now we can assume that Cole Haan will be following in their footsteps. Cole Haan’s Black Friday 2019 Event will be one for the books. So to make sure you’re ready for the big event head below the jump to find out all of the details.

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After detailing what we expect from both Nintendo and Xbox this week, preparing for the PlayStation Black Friday 2019 event is on the docket today. With Sony coming out of nowhere earlier this month to release loads of details on PlayStation 5, as well as the 2020 release window, we are expecting massive deals on its current generation hardware. That includes custom holiday hardware configurations, up to $100 off PSVR bundles, PS Plus perks/promos, and a gigantic digital game sale starting in just a couple of weeks. Head below to make sure you’re prepared for the biggest PlayStation deals of the year. 
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While most of this year’s hottest gadgets and toys will be covered by Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, retailers like Adorama step in to offer notable discounts on professional-grade gear come Black Friday. For 2019, we’re expecting to see some pretty compelling offers on everything from DSLR cameras, lenses, high-end audio, and beyond, with drones, Macs, fitness trackers, and much more on sale, as well. So for those looking to get a leg up on what to expect for Thanksgiving week, be sure to head below for a closer look at all things Black Friday from Adorama.

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We’ve already started to see a few Black Friday ads trickle in this week, including Costco, Belk, and others. While we’re still nearly four weeks away from this year’s biggest shopping event, various retailers have already confirmed their hours for brick and mortar locations across the United States. Specifically, we have a pretty good idea at this point which stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Hit the jump for an in-depth look at official closures and more.

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Following yesterday’s Costco Black Friday ad drop, today we’re getting yet another early look at what to expect from the holiday shopping season via Belk. Headlined by hundreds of doorbusters on everything from tech and toys to home goods, clothing, and more, this sale will be offering up deals on pretty much anything you can think of. Head below for a closer look at what to expect this holiday shopping season from the Black Friday ad.

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After detailing our expectations for this year’s Nintendo offerings, we are now preparing for the big Xbox Black Friday 2019 deals. With new consoles on the horizon for both Sony and Microsoft, we are expecting massive price drops on current generation gear as well as hundreds of game deals and the best prices of the year on controllers. While Microsoft will be unveiling the official price drops sooner than later, Xbox deals will more than likely appear in just about every major Black Friday 2019 ad that we see this year. Down below you’ll find all of the information needed to prepare yourself for the early Xbox console offers, massive upcoming digital game sale, Game Pass Ultimate perks, and more.
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Barnes & Noble Black Friday sales are bound to be exciting if the company chooses to follow in last year’s footsteps. Lots of product categories received generous discounts, including toys, games, NOOK tablets, and more. It should go without saying, but traditional books are certain to see price cuts too, helping ensure that Barnes & Noble makes it on the Black Friday shopping list this year. Continue reading for a breakdown of what we expect to see in 2019.
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Black Friday 2019 is right around the corner and the deals are predicted to be better than ever this year. With hundreds of retailers offering notable sitewide discounts, and more. Also, majority of stores also provide free delivery. However, if you’re needing a refresh to your home, West Elm’s Black Friday Sale is a great option. West Elm’s Black Friday 2019 deals are a great way to update bedding, decor, furniture, and much more. Be sure you’re ready for the big deal by heading below where we’ve curated a list of all of the information that will be needed.

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Today, Ubiquiti is debuting its latest additions to the lineup of prosumer networking gear, the UniFi Switch 2nd Gen. Each of the new models sport a refreshed cooling system, a wealth of Power over Ethernet ports, and more. Following the debut of its enhanced EdgeMax, this is one of the most notable appearances in the UniFi product line this year. Head below for more details.

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After reviewing what we expect from its Black Friday event this year, the Kohl’s 2019 Toy Book has now arrived. It is common at this time of year for the major retailers to release gift guides and toy books to give shoppers an idea of the hottest ticket items for the holidays. After seeing Target’s toy guide and some others, we now have the 16-page Kohl’s guide for 2019. Take a closer look down below.
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As the date of Black Friday’s shopping spectacular nears, today we’re turning our attention to what B&H has in store. The retailer may not carry the same variety as Amazon or Walmart, but what B&H lacks there, it makes up for with notable discounts on pro-grade gear, expedited shipping speeds, and much more. Head below for all of the details on making the most of your Black Friday shopping at B&H.

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BentoStack is a favorite around 9to5, and a company that we have been following for quite a while. Today, BentoStack is announcing its latest product, the PowerHub. This new take on its original product offers a hidden USB-C hub designed to expand your Mac or iPad’s use by adding back many missing ports. However, the hub has another trick up its sleeve that makes it even more versatile. Keep reading to find out more.

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One of the first big Black Friday ads has now leaked with Costco showing its plans for three notable sales throughout November. The Costco Black Friday ad reveals that the popular warehouse club is going to be offering specific deals between November 7-21, November 22-December 2, and November 29-December 2. While select deals will be available for an extended period throughout November, it’s that last window that encompasses Black Friday and Cyber Monday that you’ll want to pay attention to. Head below for all the details and a look at the Costco Black Friday ad for 2019.

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Bluetooth speakers are all over the place these days, but often they’re uninspired and very utilitarian. Fluance, based in Canada, is offering something different with their Fi20 Bluetooth Speaker. This 360 degree speaker packs a beautiful design with up to 24 hours of playback. Check out the video below for more details.
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Most would agree that when it comes to online shopping, Amazon is king. One area that the company has lagged behind its competitors though is grocery delivery. While there are probably loads of reasons why it has been difficult to pull this off, pressure from Walmart and other competitors is likely part of why the company has ditched its previously-required $15 monthly subscription fee for Prime members.

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Today we’re looking ahead to Whole Foods and its annual Black Friday sale. While Amazon, Walmart, and others will be significant players throughout Thanksgiving week, we can expect Whole Foods to offer some notable discounts as well. You can expect Amazon’s brick and mortar grocery store to chime-in with Alexa devices price drops and an exclusive $10 off coupon ahead of Black Friday shopping. Head below for everything we know about Whole Foods Black Friday sales and more.

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Black Friday is exactly one month from today, but we’re starting to see ads drop already. While we’re working on detailing all of the information you’ll need for your Black Friday shopping in our guides, it’s time to dive into Lenovo’s official ad. Like last year, Lenovo is offering a $99 laptop in limited quantities early on in the sale period, with many other great deals coming throughout the rest of the month.

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Black Friday 2019 is one of the most anticipated shopping holidays of the season. Most retailers can expect to be at least 50% off, and the majority also tag on free delivery fees. In the fashion realm, the sister stores GAP, Banana Republic, and Old Navy are sure to have excellent discounts. There will be no need for Santa this year, because these deals will have you covered. Be sure to head below the jump to find out more information about store hours, how to avoid shipping fees, and much more.

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The Nintendo Black Friday 2019 offerings will surely be among the most popular out there this year. With a series of new hardware launching in 2019 and solid holiday releases on the slate, this year’s shopping event will undoubtedly be a busy one for the big N. While the best Nintendo deals tend to get scattered throughout the online retail ecosystem, Nintendo is excepted to launch some of its special holiday plans soon. We have collected all of the essential information down below to ensure you’re ready to go when the best deals and Black Friday-specific hardware hits over the next couple of weeks.
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Aside from just knowing what to expect from the various Black Friday promotions, wrapping your head around each retailer’s specific shipping requirements is a must for truly getting the most out of this year’s massive shopping event. With Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and others all offering different perks to customers, we’ve laid out the delivery-related details for each storefront. So head below for an in-depth look at how to take advantage of fast and free shipping wherever you plan to shop this holiday season.

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Microsoft’s Xbox All Access program debuted last year allowing gamers to have a lower cost-of-entry solution to the company’s consoles. Offering up easy monthly payments which included 24-months of Game Pass Ultimate and other benefits, this was Microsoft’s solution for those who couldn’t drop $500 at once on the One X. Now, however, Microsoft has revamped Xbox All Access to include an all-new upgrade option to Project Scarlett, sometime during the 2020 holiday season. But, what all does this include and how do you take advantage of it? Keep reading to find out more.

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While BuyDig may not be the first retailer that comes to mind for Black Friday, it has been known to deliver incredible savings on big name products. In this guide we’ll break down when BuyDig is likely to kick off festivities, if it’s likely to drop a Black Friday ad, whether or not it will price match competitors, and more. We’ll even mention some of what we’ve seen in the past. Continue reading for a preview of what we expect at BuyDig.
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While traditional retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and others regularly put on quite the show throughout Thanksgiving week, the eBay Black Friday event has often delivered some particularly notable deals. We expect that to continue this year as eBay will once again be a major player throughout the holiday shopping season. To date, we’ve gotten a few hints as to what eBay has planned this year, and we’ve put it all together in a handy guide below. Hit the jump for everything we know about 2019’s eBay Black Friday sale and more.

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GameStop is getting an early jump on the holidays this year. While its full-on Black Friday ad was one of the last we saw in 2018, we are getting an early look at the yearly GameStop Holiday Gift Guide today. As usual, these gift guides don’t actually contain any of the upcoming Black Friday deals, but they do give us a great idea of what to expect come the end of next month, if not offer up some great holiday gamer gift ideas. Head below for a closer look.
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Now that we are reaching the end of October, Black Friday 2019 shopping will be on all of our minds when we enter November. We’ve noticed when covering the past few years of Black Friday deals, that the prices and discounts keep getting better. However, we are doing our best to give you the best predictions and what you can expect on the big day. One of our favorite retailers that will be showcasing steep discounts is Nordstrom Rack.

The Nordstrom Rack Black Friday 2019 sale is a beautiful opportunity to score name brand clothing, luggage, shoes, and accessories for the holidays. Some of these brands, including Nike, Ray-Ban, The North Face, Cole Haan, TUMI, and many more. So to make sure you’re prepared for your shopping experience we’ve put together a guide for you below.

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We are just days away from the big-time fliers and the Kohl’s Black Friday 2019 ad could be one of the first out of the gate. The national retailer might not be on the top of everyone’s list of Black Friday destinations, but don’t be fooled; it tends to offer substantial smart home, gaming, and other electronics deals for the holidays, many of which rival the big boys. Last year’s event was chock full of brand names, so be sure to head below to make sure you don’t miss out on the best-of-the-best for 2019.
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We’re nearly 24-hours into the Call of Duty Modern Warfare launch and I’ve gotta say, my favorite aspect of this game is the campaign mode, and that’s not just because online servers have been down for most of the day. Call of Duty Modern Warfare is more than just a remake of the original game, it’s a classic reborn. You’ll find all kinds of upgrades here over the original Call of Duty Modern Warfare, from an all-new story line to enhanced graphics, fantastic new gameplay, and more. Keep reading to find out our first impressions after 24-hours with Call of Duty Modern Warfare.

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Nestled in the French countryside is the headquarters of one of the world’s leading companies in Hi-Fi audio. Focal, who is celebrating 40 years of business this year, still hand makes cabinets for their extremely high-end Hi-Fi speakers in France rather than outsourcing them. Focal has been gaining traction with their headphone products since 2012, but the heritage of world-class audio has made them a legend with audiophiles. Check out the video for a look inside their facilities.
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With big retailers like Walmart and Amazon setting out to dominate Black Friday, it can be very easy to miss out on incredible discounts at lesser-known, yet reputable storefronts like Rakuten. Here at 9to5Toys we’ve been surprised throughout 2019 with brand new products like Google Nest Home Hub Max and PowerBeats Pro receiving first discounts at Rakuten before anywhere else.

For those unfamiliar, Rakuten has everything from electronics to home goods and every bit of it is sold much like eBay with storefronts such as BuyDig, Monoprice, and Dyson being the actual merchant of the product in question. This results in a large amount of product types along with a reliable service experience.
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This year’s Black Friday sale at Best Buy is likely to be the biggest in recent memory thanks to aggressive pricing, perks for My Best Buy members, and notable doorbuster offers. Best Buy has played second fiddle to Amazon and others more recently but has set itself up nicely for a notable holiday season this year. Shoppers can expect notable Black Friday discounts across just about every category, with deals from Apple, Samsung, LG, and many more. Head below for our in-depth coverage featuring everything we know about Black Friday at Best Buy to date and how you make the most of your shopping experience this year.

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Men’s jeans are a must-have for cooler weather and there are hundreds of options out there. From the type of fit that you like to the amount of stretch plays a huge roll in your denim shopping. That’s why today we are doing the shopping for you and picking out the five best denim that you can try this fall. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks with go-to and everyday styles from just $40.

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