Black Friday Evolves: Extended Deals and Online Shift Mark Shopping Season
As the holiday shopping season kicks off, Black Friday has transformed from a single-day event into an extended period of deals and discounts. This year’s shopping extravaganza continues shifting towards online purchasing, offering consumers greater convenience and accessibility.
Phone Accessory Deals Lead the Charge
Retailers are rolling out significant discounts on popular phone accessories. Moft is offering savings of up to $60 on various items, including their well-known phone stand/wallet combination. Apple’s AirTags have seen a price drop, with a four-pack now available for $24.99 at major retailers like Amazon and Target. For those in need of charging solutions, Apple’s 20W USB-C charging brick is priced at a competitive $14.99 at Target. Case manufacturer Otterbox is participating with a 30% discount on their products through Amazon.
iPhone Deals Dominate Carrier Offerings
Major carriers are presenting attractive offers on the latest iPhone models. Verizon and AT&T offer up to $1,000 off iPhone 16 Pro models and $830 off the iPhone 16 with eligible trade-ins on select Unlimited plans. Best Buy is sweetening these carrier deals with an additional $100 gift card upon purchase.
Samsung and Google Phones See Significant Price Cuts
Samsung’s Galaxy lineup is featuring prominently in this year’s deals. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 has received a substantial discount, now priced at $1,317.32 on Amazon. The more budget-friendly Galaxy A35 5G is available for $299 across multiple retailers. Google’s Pixel 8A also sees a $100 price reduction, bringing it to $399 at Amazon and the Google Store.
OnePlus Offers Competitive Pricing on Latest Models
OnePlus is participating in the Black Friday festivities with notable discounts on their recent releases. The OnePlus 12R with 256GB storage is now priced at $499.99, while the OnePlus Open has received a significant price cut to $1,199.99, with additional savings possible through trade-in offers.
As Black Friday continues to evolve, consumers can expect to find deals extending beyond the traditional single day, with online shopping providing an increasingly popular alternative to in-store experiences.