The Ultimate Black Friday 2025 Master Guide: Every Tech Deal Worth Buying
- Mr. Technology
- Nov 22
- 8 min read
Hey guys, Mr. Technology here!
If you have been holding onto that cracked phone screen or waiting to replace your slow laptop, the time isn't "coming soon"—it is literally happening right now. We are witnessing a structural transformation in the retail landscape that industry insiders are calling "Black November."
The old single-day sales model is dead. It has been replaced by a month-long "liquidation" driven by one massive factor: The AI Hardware Supercycle. Manufacturers are scrambling to clear out 2024 inventory to make room for devices with the heavy-duty Neural Processing Units (NPUs) required for 2026's generative AI features.
This means we are seeing price drops on premium gear that frankly shouldn't be possible. I have analyzed every spec sheet, carrier deal, and retailer listing to bring you this definitive guide.
### The Bottom Line: What You Need to KnowThe "Anomaly": Apple’s M4 MacBook Air is $749. This market-distorting price kills the value proposition of almost every Windows ultrabook.The Value King: The Google Pixel 10 has hit $599, offering the best price-to-intelligence ratio of the year.Size Shock: You can now buy a 98-inch TV for $1,000.Gaming Leap: Next-gen RTX 5070 cards are hitting $489.99.The Trap: Be careful with "loss leader" smart home deals (like Blink and Ring) designed to lock you into monthly subscriptions.
Why It Matters
Hardware Subsidies: Companies are eating the cost of hardware to secure your long-term ecosystem loyalty, specifically for AI services.
Panel Price War: Manufacturing costs for large-format OLED and Mini-LED panels have stabilized, leading to a price crash in the 75-inch to 98-inch TV segment.
The NPU Divide: Retailers are dumping inventory that lacks the specific NPU capacity for the latest AI, creating massive value for users who don't care about those features.
Table of Contents
1. Smartphones: Flagship Liquidation & Foldables
The market is currently bifurcated: clearing out early-year flagships and pushing new "AI Edge" devices. The dominant narrative is the democratization of foldables—we are finally moving past the "early adopter" tax.
The Flagship Breakdown
Product Model | Deal Price | MSRP | Discount | Key Specs & My Take |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (256GB) | $950 | $1,300+ | $450 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 "For Galaxy". The 200MP sensor is still the zoom benchmark. At sub-$1,000, this is a steal. Samsung Store |
Google Pixel 10 (128GB) | $599 | $799 | $200 (25%) | Value Winner. Uses the Tensor G5 to run exclusive features like "Magic Editor." It includes a telephoto lens this year. Amazon |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | $665 | $1,115 | $450 (40%) | A "flagship killer" targeting the sub-premium market. Great build without the Ultra price tag. Amazon |
OnePlus 13 | $800 | $1,000 | $200 (20%) | A solid alternative if you prioritize raw performance (Snapdragon 8 Elite) over AI gimmicks. OnePlus |
iPhone 17 Pro | Free | $1,099 | Credit | Carrier deal. You pay with data plan lock-in, but the hardware cost is wiped. AT&T |
The Foldable Push
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Priced at $900 (via carrier) or $1,599 (unlocked). This is the most accessible price point for a large foldable to date. Verizon
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Down to $899 unlocked, moving it into standard flagship pricing territory. Amazon
Motorola Razr Ultra (2025): Priced at $999.99 for the massive 1TB model. Motorola
2. Tablets: Desktop Power vs. Budget Slates
This category has split into two extremes: professional laptop replacements using desktop-class silicon, and ultra-budget media consumption slates.
Pro-Grade Power
Apple iPad Air 13" (M2): Now $649. Apple typically doesn't discount current-gen gear this fast. It features the M2 chip and a 13-inch Liquid Retina display. Amazon
Apple iPad Pro 13" (M4): Seeing a $100 discount to $1,399. Best Buy
Microsoft Surface Pro: The Snapdragon-powered version is discounted to $900 (saving $450), competing directly with the iPad Pro. Best Buy
Budget & Student Picks
3. Laptops: The ARM Revolution & AI PCs
We are navigating a transition from x86 to ARM architectures (Apple Silicon, Snapdragon X Elite) and the integration of NPUs for local AI processing.
The "Anomaly" Deal
Apple MacBook Air 13" (M4): $749.00 (was MSRP). This pricing is usually reserved for legacy models. The M4 introduces significant gains in neural processing. Amazon
MacBook Pro 14" (M4 Pro): $1,749 ($250 off). Features the M4 Pro chip and 24GB of RAM, addressing memory bottlenecks. Best Buy
MacBook Air 15" (M4): Discounted to $949, competing with 15-inch Windows laptops. Amazon
Windows & ARM Powerhouses
Microsoft Surface Laptop 7: $869 ($530 off). Features the Snapdragon X Elite chip. A massive subsidy to drive Windows on ARM adoption. Best Buy
Acer Aspire 16 AI: $449.99 (saving $250). Brings Snapdragon X architecture to the 16-inch form factor. Acer
Dell Pro 16 Plus: $919. Features AMD Ryzen AI 7 Pro 350 for legacy x86 app compatibility. Dell
HP Chromebook 14": Heavily discounted to $75. Best Buy
4. Televisions: The 98-Inch Era & OLED Battles
The 2025 market is defined by the normalization of ultra-large panels (98-inch+) and aggressive pricing on Mini-LED and OLED technologies.
The Size Revolution
TCL 98" Class Q55K: $1,000. Breaking the $1,000 barrier for a 98-inch panel fundamentally changes the home theater market, threatening the viability of budget projectors. Best Buy
OLED vs. Mini-LED Flagships
LG C5 Series OLED (65"): $1,399.99 ($1,300 off). Best For: Dark rooms and purists. Features the Alpha 9 AI processor for superior upscaling. Best Buy
Samsung S95F OLED (65"): $2,297.99. Best For: Brightness. This QD-OLED panel offers higher color brightness than LG's WOLED but lacks Dolby Vision support. Amazon
TCL QM8K (65"): $898 ($602 off). Best For: Sunlit rooms. This Mini-LED set offers brightness levels that exceed OLED capabilities. Amazon
Budget Leaders
5. Audio: Spatial Audio & ANC Standards
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and transparency modes are now standard; the differentiation lies in spatial audio implementation and ecosystem integration.
Headphone Battle Royale
Product | Deal Price | Discount | Key Feature | Analysis |
Sony WH-1000XM5 | $248.00 | $152 off | Industry-leading ANC | Lowest price ever recorded; Sony is defending market share aggressively. Amazon |
Bose QC Ultra | $298.00 | $130 off | Immersive Audio | The "Ultra" branding signifies spatial audio support; direct competitor to Sony. Amazon |
Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) | $429.99 | $120 off | Ecosystem Magic | Competitive with Bose/Sony tier for Apple users. Best Buy |
JBL Live Pro 2 | $89.95 | 47% off | Value ANC | High-value alternative to AirPods Pro. Amazon |
Soundbars
6. Gaming: Consoles & The RTX 50-Series
Consoles
PC Components (The "Buy Now" Warning)
Storage:
Graphics Cards:
7. Smart Home: Matter & Local Control
Consumers are increasingly favoring devices that support the Matter standard and local storage to avoid subscription fees.
Security & Surveillance
Connectivity
Google Nest WiFi Pro 6E: $199.99 (was $299.99). Functions as a Matter hub. Amazon
8. Robot Vacuums: The "All-in-One" Standard
The robot vacuum market has moved beyond simple suction. The 2025 standard is the station that empties dust, washes mops, and dries them.
Eufy Omni S1 Pro: $1,199.99 (saving $500). Pinnacle of automated floor care. Amazon
Roborock Qrevo Series: $400 (saving $250). The "sweet spot" for advanced mopping features. Amazon
iRobot Roomba J9 Plus: $683. Facing stiff competition from Chinese brands. Amazon
Eufy 11S Max: $140. The king of "dumb" but effective cleaning. AmazonBrings flagship features like spinning mops and auto-empty to the mid-range.
9. Kitchen Tech: Countertop Innovation
Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1: $89. Ninja Kitchen
Ninja Slushi: $269.99. The viral frozen drink maker. Ninja Kitchen
Nespresso Vertuo Pop+: Starting at $89. A hardware loss-leader for pod revenue. Nespresso
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro: $300 ($100 off). Premium countertop appliance. Amazon
Ninja Crispi Air Fryer: $159.95. Changes the form factor by using glass containers that serve as both the cooking vessel and storage. Ninja Kitchen
10. Monitors: OLED Hits the Desk
The migration of OLED technology from the living room to the desk is accelerating.
11. PC Components, Cameras & Drones
Drones & Cameras
3D Printing
12. Streaming & Wearables
Streaming Devices
Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen): $119.99. Rare discount on the ad-free streaming powerhouse. Costco
Google TV Streamer 4K: $75 (25% off). Google's new set-top box competitor. Google Store
Roku Streambar SE: $75.04. Hybrid streaming player and soundbar. Amazon
Wearables
Apple Watch Series 11: $350 ($50 off). Best Buy
Apple Watch Ultra 2: $599 ($200 off). Strong value over the Series 11 for battery life. Best Buy
Apple Watch SE 3: $199.99. Best Buy
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: $129.99. Impulse buy territory. Best Buy
Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire: $609.91 ($490 off). Huge savings for endurance athletes. Garmin
Oura Ring 4: Up to $150 off select models. Best Buy
Mr. Technology’s Final Verdict
This "Black November" offers historically low pricing on some of the most advanced consumer electronics ever produced. We are seeing a clear strategy: liquidate the "old" high-end gear to make way for the AI-centric future.
My Final Advice:
Buy Now: Deals on M4 MacBooks and OLED TVs are unlikely to get better. Inventory on these is volatile.
Build Your PC Now: The crash in SSD and RAM prices is a temporary "golden window" before projected price hikes in 2026.
Calculate TCO: Be aware that hardware deals on Ring, Blink, and carrier-locked phones are loss leaders. Calculate the Total Cost of Ownership including monthly fees before purchasing.
What are you picking up this year? Let me know in the comments below!
Mr. Technology, signing off.
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