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It’s officially Black Friday here at 9to5Toys and many of the mainstream retailers have already kicked up a number of promotions. Ranging from the best prices of the year on Apple Watch and AirPods to Android smartphones, smart home gear, and more, just about every product category is up for sale. Down below you’ll find our Black Friday deal hub for the week, which will be constantly updated with all of the latest offers in one central location. Head below for all of the best Black Friday deals and more.

Earlier this fall, 9to5Toys reported that among the rest of the 2022 LEGO plans, next year would see the release of two new Accessory Packs for the Star Wars theme. Now with just a little over a month until all of the new sets should debut, we’re getting a first look into what we’ll see. With both Clone Troopers and Hoth Rebel figures in the spotlight, you can head below for all of the details on the upcoming Accessory Packs.

While we’ve been rounding up all of the best Black Friday action this week, the shopping event is beginning to come to an end. Even so, there are still plenty of notable deals out there and up for the taking. Our team at 9to5Toys has been working around the clock to deliver the best discounts, and now with time fading, we’re rounding up some of our favorite offers still up for grabs. Below, you’ll find our list of the top 10 Black Friday deals still available as of now.

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• Apple Watch deals start at $115 for Black Friday: Series 6 $320, more (Refurb)
• Google Pixel 6 sees Black Friday discounts starting at $499 (Save $100)
• Anker Black Friday sale is now live with new iPhone essentials, USB-C hubs, more from $12

At long last, the UCS AT-AT is officially available! Following a year full of rumor after rumor on its release and being officially unveiled earlier in the month, the largest Star Wars kit of 2021 can finally be assembled. Head below for all of the details on buying the LEGO UCS AT-AT for yourself and grabbing the Luke Skywalker’s Lightsaber gift with purchase along the way.

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• Apple’s AirPods Max fall to new Amazon low ahead of Black Friday at $120 off
• Black Friday savings have arrived on the latest Apple TV 4K with new Siri Remote at $160
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 + Z Flip 3 5G foldables include free Galaxy Buds 2 at up to $300 off

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• Apple’s official MagSafe accessories on sale: iPhone 13 cases, Find My Wallet, more from $30
• Beats Studio Buds see Black Friday discount to new low of $100 (Save 33%), more
• Belkin’s 15W MagSafe 3-in-1 Charger has been hard to find in-stock, now down to $112

Vissles is launching their latest keyboard, the ultra-slim, low-profile, clicky switch-wielding LP85 on Kickstarter. I was a big fan of the V84 that we got our hands on earlier this year, and was excited to try out the latest build. This time it’s a low-profile keyboard with clicky optical switches aimed primarily at Apple users with a reasonable price of $99 for early bird backers. There is also a version made for Windows, but the overall design mimics the Apple Magic keyboard. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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• Apple’s AirPods Pro with MagSafe case down to Black Friday price of $159 (Reg. $249)
• Apple Watch Series 7 styles fall to new all-time lows starting at $380
• Anker Thanksgiving week sale goes live with iPhone essentials, USB-C hubs, more from $12

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they’re available.

• Apple’s all-new AirPods 3 with Spatial Audio and MagSafe case fall to Amazon low of $155
• Apple’s 11-inch M1 iPad Pro now up to $250 off at some of the best prices yet from $750
• Apple’s official MagSafe accessories on sale: iPhone 13 cases, Find My Wallet, more from $32

Following the early holiday VIP Weekend Sale that just wrapped up, the LEGO Group is now letting builders in on its upcoming Cyber Monday plans. Including price cuts on select kits, exclusive freebies, and even a $5 off promotion, you’ll want to head below for all of the details on the LEGO Cyber Monday 2021 sale.

With just a week until Black Friday is officially under way, this holiday shopping event is shaping up to be quite a notable one. With stock shortages and discounts already going live, you’ll want to be planning ahead for all of those upcoming price cuts come next week. But until then, it’s time for our annual tradition of naming the top 10 Black Friday deals coming down the pipeline over the next few days.

With the majority of technology companies doubling down their efforts in audio, the speaker market has never sounded better. Now that Black Friday is just around the corner, this is a great time to refresh any gear that has started to show its age. This guide aims to serve up the best Black Friday speaker deals we’ve come across. Below you’ll find a breakdown of our favorite home theater and smart solutions. Bear in mind that some deals are live now, and other sale prices will launch some time between now and Black Friday. Continue reading for more details.

Here is your breakdown of the best Black Friday home and kitchen deals on tap this year. The deals are already going live and we are expecting some seriously insane doorbusters in the kitchen category, much like year’s past. Instant Pot, Anova, Always Pan, and Keurig are expected to dominate attention in the kitchen, while Anker, Roborock, iRobot, and more will take care of the rest of the house for you. We have taken some time to outline some of the hottest upcoming offers as well as a massive collection of deals that are already live right now for you down below. There are hundreds of dollars in savings and some of the best prices of the year awaiting. Head below for your breakdown of the best Black Friday home and kitchen deals. 

Every year, we take the time to check out all of the best deals you’ll be able to find on Black Friday, and 2021 is no different. While we’ve already taken a look at the best TV, PC gaming, and even Apple deals to watch out for, it’s now time to dive into the best streaming media player deals that’ll come out on Black Friday 2021. However, unlike previous roundups, many of the sale prices are already live at various retailers, and we break it all down after the jump.

It’s now time to take a look at the best Black Friday smart home deals. Much like some of the other Best of Black Friday guides we have already brought you, many of the most notable deals are already live right now, ahead of next week’s festivities. There’s not even much room to budge for those doorbuster offers that sell out in seconds. The trend is continuing here with rock-bottom pricing already live on Google Nest gear, ecobee, Amazon Echo devices, and even the sought-after Nanoleaf lighting you’re looking to get under the tree this year. So jump below the fold to check out all of this year’s best Black Friday smart home deals now. 

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• Best Buy’s annual Black Friday sale now live with deals on Apple, smart TVs, much more
• Apple Pencil 2 falls to best price yet of $99 (Save $30), original model at $80
• Level Touch and Bolt invisible HomeKit Smart Locks see rare discounts from $149 (Save 30%)

Happy Pokémon launch day, Trainers! Pokémon Shining Pearl and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond are officially out in the wild. If you’re still looking to secure a copy of Pokémon Shining Pearl and/or Brilliant Diamond, we’ve put together some handy links to do so below with some great ways to potentially save some cash on day one alongside some of the latest collectibles and more for all of the Trainers on your holiday shopping list.

The Xbox Series X and S have been out for over a year now, and we’ve seen some great options appear for controllers. While there hasn’t been a new Elite to join the ranks yet, there are plenty of interesting third-party options. Let’s compare the ones we’ve gotten in our hands and take a look at the pros and cons of each model to try and find out which is the best Xbox controller. 

All of the major Black Friday 2021 ads have dropped, and now we’re combing through the markdowns to highlight all of the best Google offers this holiday season. With a collection of new hardware just having launched earlier this fall, there will be price cuts on the latest Pixel smartphones, Nest smart home gear, and more on tap. Head below for all of the details on this year’s best Google Black Friday deals.

Believe it or not, Black Friday 2021 has nearly arrived. With roughly one week left, many retailers have already started to discount televisions. This list aims to make your hunt as easy as possible while confirming that you are getting good value. As you would expect, a lot of retailers are vying for your attention and prices are competitive. Options from Target, Walmart, Sam’s Club, Best Buy, and many others have made the cut, and you’ll find that brands range from LG to Samsung, Element, VIZIO, and the list goes on. Continue reading to find our top picks.

We have already previewed the best upcoming Apple, Amazon, console gaming, LEGO, PC gear, fashion, and more price drops, but now it’s time to scope out the best Black Friday headphone deals on the horizon. In fact, some of the most notable advertised prices are already live on this year’s most sought-after sets, including the all-new Bose ANC over-ears, with solid price drops on the way for Beats true wireless models, Sony’s most popular cans, and more. Head below for a closer look at the best Black Friday headphone deals. 

While we’ve already taken a look at the best upcoming Black Friday deals for LEGO, Apple, Amazon, and console gaming, it’s time to shift our focus to your desktop. Ranging from graphics cards to games themselves, peripherals, processors, and more, we’re breaking down the best PC gaming Black Friday deals for 2021 down below.

Black Friday is just a week away, some of the sales have already started to begin, and more will follow over the next few days. This is a perfect time to score deals on top brands ahead of the holidays. During Black Friday you can expect to see up to 75% off the latest fashion trends as well as most offering free delivery. You will also want to stay on top of our fashion guide throughout the rest of Black Friday and Cyber Monday for additional incoming sales. You will also find a complete list of top sales below.

With Black Friday just over a week away and the upcoming VIP Weekend Sale on the horizon, we’re now taking a look at all of the best LEGO deals of the holiday season. On top of cash discounts on sets new and old, there will also be limited-edition freebies, double points, and plenty of other ways to put some LEGO under the tree.

Mario Kart Live Black Friday deals are right around the corner now, and Nintendo just issued a FREE update enabling split-screen multiplayer action. This is great news for folks looking to pick up (another) one of Nintendo’s augmented reality Mario Kart Live Home Circuit sets as you’ll now be able to play multiplayer with only one Switch system in the household via split-screen action. Head below for more details. 

Now that we’re just a week away from the official Black Friday 2021 action going live, Lowe’s is now releasing its ad. Throughout the flier, you’re looking at deep discounts on all of the top tool brands alongside festive decor for prepping for the holidays without paying full price and more. Be sure to check out all of the highlights and the full Lowe’s Black Friday ad down below.

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• iPhone 13 Black Friday pre-paid discounts bundle $200 gift cards and AirPods Pro
• Google Pixel 6 sees first cash discount with early Black Friday deal from $499 (Save $100)
• Black Friday deals go live on Google’s Nest lineup from $25 (Save up to 50%)

(Update 11/19): The official PlayStation PSN digital Black Friday game sale is now live!!

Sony has now (sort of) unveiled the official PlayStation Black Friday deals. Taking to the official PlayStation Blog today, Sony has now unleashed the absolutely gigantic list of PlayStation 4, PS5, and PS VR titles that will be going on sale starting tomorrow via the PlayStation Store. You’ll also find some price drops available on DualSense wireless controller bundles as well as a selection of apparel, accessories, collectables, and more via the PlayStation Gear store. Head below for a closer look at what will be on tap in the official PlayStation Black Friday sale below. 

All of the Black Friday action is just over a week away and now that some of the final ads have rolled in, we know that this is going to be quite the notable savings event. With plenty of new hardware announcements from this past fall, we’re expecting that to translate into notable discounts come Thanksgiving week on all of the latest out of Cupertino. You’ll find our complete guide to the best Apple Black Friday deals down below for 2021.

It’s that time of year again where we prep folks for the best Black Friday game deals. We have already outlined what to expect from Amazon, and now it’s time to round up all of the deepest price drops on the way for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch gamers. As I’m sure anyone reading this will already know, the console situation isn’t going to be pretty, but we will be in the trenches to make sure every possible in-stock listing for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X is front and center, much like the highly sought-after new Nintendo Switch OLED model, Black Friday console bundle, and more. Head below for a closer look and be ready to go as early as this weekend for the best chance at the lowest prices. 

elago has added yet another aftermarket Google accessory to its vast catalog of gear. It comes in the form of the elago Google Nest Video Doorbell Mount – a product that aims to block exposed wiring and holes that could remain visible after doorbell installation. This is far from the only cover the company makes to solve this sort of problem, with other offerings made for thermostats and the like. There are five variants to pick from – all of which are identical in shape, but differ in color. Continue reading to learn more.

Razer recently debuted its HyperSense technology for Playstation 5 gamers. That’s right, the company’s patented dynamic haptic technology is now available for console gamers on Sony’s PlayStation 5. The Kaira Pro and Kaira headsets are designed for “full tactile immersion” and a Wireless technology based on Razer Switch is also in tow for both models, allowing you to change from Bluetooth to your console and more in a snap. Plus, the Razer Audio app can toggle a Do Not Disturb mode that blocks incoming calls while gaming. What more do these headsets bring to the table? Let’s take a closer look below.

Pottery Barn is collaborating with Mickey Mouse for an exclusive collection for Disney fans. There are 40 items in this collection with an array of items with a holiday touch. Inside you will find small furniture, bedding, holiday items, tablewear, robes, and more. Plus, pricing starts at just $15, which is great for budget-friendly gifting. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from this collection.

Black Friday 2021 is beginning to come into focus, and now we’re sifting through all of the discounts in order to highlight the most notable markdowns. On the Amazon front, the company has plenty in-store come next week spanning its entire table of Echo speakers, E-readers, and other in-house devices. Head below for this year’s Best of Black Friday guide for the online giant as we detail all of the best Amazon offers on the horizon.

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• B&H launches early Black Friday Apple sale: $100 off M1 Pro MacBook Pro, iPad mini, more
• Grab a 4-pack of Apple AirTags with UWB precision finding at a new low of $88
• Twelve South’s new PowerPic mod Qi charger doubles as a picture frame at $48 (Save 20%)

Epos is on a roll releasing their latest premium gaming headset, the H3Pro Hybrid. Featuring wireless audio along with ANC, this closed-back gaming headset is packed with features for those who want a multi-purpose pair of cans for the battle station and on the go. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.