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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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After previewing what we expect from Target and Amazon, along with a series of holiday toy books and more, it’s time to look at the GameStop Black Friday 2019 event. Last year’s deals kicked off well ahead of Thanksgiving Day and certainly did not disappoint. With huge gift card offers to undercut the big boys and rock-bottom deals to fill your back catalog at, you’ll undoubtedly want to keep your eye on GameStop well ahead of Black Friday. All the details are down below.
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Earlier this week, Target detailed its pre-Black Friday plans, including free shipping, early deal access, and more. Today we’re getting another look at what the retail giant has in store for the holiday shopping season. Included in its toy catalog for 2019, Target is showcasing must-have holiday gifts, upcoming daily deals, and much more. Head below for a closer look.

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Canon’s 1D X hardware is legendary among photographers and filmmakers alike. Sporting a large full-frame sensor, a wide array of input and output options, and insane specs, it’s the go-to camera for prosumers. Today, Canon detailed the specs and capabilities of its upcoming EOS-1D X Mark III hardware, including a “brand-new AF sensor with 28x more resolution than its predecessor” and more.

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Sam’s Club’s Instant Savings Book has arrived for many members and gives us an early peek at what the wholesale club will have to offer this Black Friday 2019. Filled with 48 pages of goodies, Sam’s touts that you’ll “get $9,400 in savings on everything you need to win this holiday season.” Head below the break to find out more about Sam’s Club’s Instant Savings Book, our top picks, and more.

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With rumors swirling about an in-ear AirPods design, a pair of foam tips dubbed Comply SoftCONNECT has landed to help address potential fit issues. These EarPod and AirPods tips combine soft foam with a silicone sleeve that slides over the top of Apple’s earbuds.

Given the nature of foam, these are focused primarily on fit and do not aim to offer any sort of noise cancellation. Comply touts that its new AirPods tips are able to be easily inserted and removed thanks to a soft design that strays from what it typically uses in its other products.

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Pottery Barn is getting you ready for the holidays with a guest-prep guide. This guide was designed to make your guests feel right at home. Inside Pottery Barn’s guide you will find bedding, cozy throws, decorative pillows, towels, robes, and much more. This guide is a great way to warm up any space and make your home inviting for guests. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from Pottery Barn’s Guest-Ready Guide.

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Black Friday 2019 is on the horizon and various retailers have already begun to show their plans for this year’s biggest shopping event. Amazon’s Black Friday promotion is going to be a full week’s worth of deals with special perks for Prime members and Alexa users. Head below for everything we know about what Amazon has planned for Black Friday at this point.

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It is time to take a look at what we expect from the Target Black Friday 2019 event. Details from several major retailers are already starting to hit and chances are we are only about a week away from the major ads. With huge free shipping perks on deck, Target will be one of the premier shopping destinations for electronics, Apple gear, kitchenware, toys and much more. Head below for details on how to prepare yourself for its biggest shopping event of the year and to ensure you don’t miss out on the best values.
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With the holiday shopping season around the corner, we’ve had our eyes on various shipping perks from the likes of Best Buy, Target, and Walmart. Delivery has been on the minds of the folks over at CASETiFY as well, but it’s clear that the brand has something different in store, collaborating with DHL for a new product line. Today the iPhone accessory maker is launching its latest collection of cases, wireless charging pads, and more. Head below for a closer look at the new accessories.

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Amid plenty of Black Friday news this week, Amazon has expanded its free package pickup service to thousands of additional locations in the United States. Today’s news comes on the heels of Amazon Counter going nationwide a few months back as one of the many ways to pick up your parcels. New locations include GNC stores, Health Mart, and more. This makes it easier for shoppers to ensure their valuable holiday packages remain secure if they are unable to accept delivery during the day. Amazon is expected to continue to roll out additional package pickup locations in the United States throughout this year and 2020. Head below for additional details on today’s announcement.

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Digital photo frames aren’t anything new, especially for Nixplay. They have quite a few digital display options. The new Smart Photo Frame from Nixplay is an elegant and easy-to-use addition to their line-up. With the Nixplay app or by logging into nixplay.com, users can display photos and videos without the need to plug any media into it like an SD card or flash drive. You can even invite other people to submit pictures to your playlist to display on a smart frame. This makes it an excellent gift for parents or grandparents who are always requesting the latest photos.  Check out the video below for some more details.
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Call of Duty Modern Warfare launches in just a few days, so it’s time to start making sure you’ve got the best pre-order deal if you’ve not purchased it already. From console bundles to bonus in-game content, we’ll help you make sure to get the most out of Activision’s latest Call of Duty installment possible.

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Following Best Buy and Walmart, Target has now announced its holiday plans in the lead up to Black Friday. This year, Target will be offering same-day on-site pickup and free shipping on “hundreds of thousands of items, with no minimum purchase or membership required.” Alongside the expansion of its new Target Circle member program, shoppers will have early access to Black Friday deals alongside a daily rotating case of price drops starting on November 1st. Additional details and sign-up information can be found below on how you can take advantage of these offers. Target’s November plans stack up well against the competition, but today’s announcements are surely just a glimpse into what the popular retailer has scheduled for Black Friday. Head below for more.

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When it comes to screen size, there’s no doubt that projectors tend to offer the best bang for your buck when compared with TVs. This further compounds when opting for Anker’s value-conscious Nebula projectors and even more so when jumping in on the company’s Kickstarter campaigns. The latest of which includes Nebula Cosmos and Cosmos Max, 1080p, and 4K HDR10 offerings that both run Android, opening them up to a whole slew of apps.
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If you’re a fan of the popular TV show Property Brothers, they recently launched a new home line at Kohl’s called “Scott Living.” Inside the collection, there are two distinct collections: Oasis and Luxe. The items in the Oasis line showcase earthy and relaxing tones and textures. However, Luxe is all about luxurious textures, bold color schemes, and metallics. You can find all you need for your home, including bedding and bath essentials to kitchenware. Prices in this line range from $7 to Christmas ornaments to $1,400 for a mattress. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our favorite pieces from the new Scott Living collection from the Property Brothers.

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JCPenney just detailed its 2019 Top 20 Toys list, which gives shoppers a hint as to what the retailer could put on sale this Black Friday. You’ll find products from Disney, Fisher-Price, Hasbro, LEGO, Mattel, and more here. Keep reading to find out more about JCPenney’s Top 20 Toys for 2019.

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Update: Walmart’s Early Deal Drop is now live!

Black Friday news is starting to trickle in this week as retailers begin to ramp up for the holiday shopping season. Just yesterday, Best Buy announced a new free shipping policy. Today, one of the other significant retailers has unveiled its plans for Black Friday and beyond. Walmart will be kicking off the holiday madness this Friday, October 25th, at midnight EST to combat a “shorter holiday shopping season.” While Black Friday does fall later this year than usual, it’s tough to say we’re going to get fewer deals because of it. Nonetheless, Walmart is rolling out aggressive sales starting this weekend, and we have all the details down below.

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The adidas iPhone 11 collection of cases is now here. After some minor availability issues earlier this month, the entire lineup is ready for prime time. Once again, the iconic sportswear brand is tapping into its storied history and classic aesthetics to bring iPhone 11 users even more options for protecting their precious handsets. Head below for a closer look at the new lineup.
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