Sale season is almost upon us, a time when many of us tick off our Christmas shopping and snap up savings across tech, beauty, homewares and more. Tech is one of the biggest drivers of Black Friday sales: there are usually some excellent sales, making it the perfect time to buy for the gadget-lover in your life… or yourself.
Some brands have launched sale deals early, while others remain tight-lipped until Black Friday officially commences on Friday, November 29, 2024. But based on the deals we saw last year, there will be some huge discounts on pricey items like cameras, phones, TVs, tablets and laptops – saving you some Christmas coin.
The tech brands we’re shopping in the Black Friday sales
SHARK
From cleaning products to beauty tools and kitchen gadgets, you can pretty much stock up your whole house during Shark’s Black Friday sale, on now and running until December 3rd. This brand just keeps releasing new tech and we’re putting it all at the top of our Christmas lists. Don’t miss the huge savings – oh and did we mention it’s free shipping on all orders?
Our top pick:
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Shark StainStriker
$259 (usually $299) from Shark
We’re very big fans of this nifty household gadget, made for cleaning up spills and stains with ease. Basically, it’s a must-buy for Christmas Day, especially if there are going to be kiddos around. Read our full review of it here, and check out the short work it made of a year-old beer stain.
BOSE
You need excellent sound quality to crank those Christmas carols this festive season. Bose hasn’t officially released any update on which products will be discounted under Black Friday. But we’re already seeing sneaky discounts across the website, on portable Bluetooth speakers and earbuds.
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Our top pick:
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Bose QuietComfort Headphones
$499 (usually $599.95) from Bose
With up to 24 hours of battery life, all-day comfort and legendary noise cancellation, these headphones will make your daily workout and commute all the better.
AMAZON AUSTRALIA
Contrary to popular belief, Amazon Australia does deliver to New Zealand and there are some great Black Friday deals to be had. From November 19th until December 2nd, Amazon Australia will hold a two-week Black Friday extravaganza with savings on hundreds of thousands of products. Running for 14 days, shop categories including electronics, toys, beauty, homewares and everyday essentials.
Our top pick:
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The Generation 11 Kindle
From $219 on Amazon Australia
This matcha-coloured, light-as-a-feather Kindle has an enhanced display, 25 percent-brighter front light and faster page turns. Read our full review of it here.
PB TECH
Local tech store PB Tech kicks off their Black Friday sale in-store on Friday 15th November before it launches both in-store and online on Saturday 16th November until Monday 2nd December. They promise the biggest and best sale of the year, with deals that have historically sold out very quickly. Early bird deals are already live and valid until December 2nd.
Our top pick:
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Xiaomi E10 White Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner
$129 with code EARLYBF (usually $398.99) from PB Tech
Cut back on your cleaning time with this robot vacuum cleaner, which features voice notifications, intelligent path planning and 4000Pa* powerful suction fan blower.
DYSON
If you’ve been saving up for a big-ticket item like a hair styling tool or vacuum, the Dyson Black Friday sale is where you want to head. The electronics brand has already quietly launched deals across the website, with the cult-styling Airwrap tool already discounted by $100, along with vacuums and air purifiers. If you’ve been musing over trying the new wet-to-dry Airstrait styling tool, this is the time: a special Christmas gift edition has just launched.
Our top pick
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Purifier Hot+Cool Formaldehyde
$999 (usually $1249) from Dyson
2025 will be the year we start really knuckling down on air quality. This air purifier cleans the air particles while also heating and cooling the room – great for New Zealand’s upcoming hot summer. Nab it now and save $250!
SAMSUNG
Much like its tech, Samsung is ahead of the curve in its Black Friday sale approach. Deals are now live on the website, finishing at 11am November 21. We can only assume further Black Friday deals will launch closer to November 29. Currently, it is offering trade-in bonuses for smartphones and tablets, and savings on wearables.
Our top pick:
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The Galaxy Watch Ultra
Currently $1199 from Samsung
Available in three colours, this titanium smartwatch offers Galaxy AI-powered health insights, 10 ATM water resistance and up to 100-hour battery life. Currently, you can get a brand new watchband with your purchase – and check back closer to Black Friday to see if there are any added savings.
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