The holidays are around the corner, which means Black Friday is right under our noses. For some, it's basically another holiday that falls in between the mix of Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas. If that sounds familiar, and there's a teen in the picture, this list may help.
With the big "gifts" on kids lists being tech items that seem more expensive every year the way to save money on purchases is to get them while they're on sale. It doesn't happen to often, which is why the big day, Black Friday, is a prime time for folks to get the items they need at a lower price. Thankfully, tons of stores participate in this festive occasion, and many of them sell tech items. We're talking Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more. Each offer markdowns on items like XBox consoles, cameras, ear buds, and Echo Dots.
Another cool thing about Black Friday, is that it's easy to know what the "masses" are interested in as retailers like to mark those popular items down. This is especially true for teens in general. Knowing what they're interested in is hard. It's even harder for ones with expensive taste. But that's where we come in. We rounded up the best tech deals out there on items we think teens will want. It takes all the guesswork out of the equation while still paying a good price for said items.
Also, the items are diverse in what they do or what they're for. Some items, like Amazon Alexa devices, are for helping make life a bit easier. Others, like the motor scooter, gaming laptop, phone, and tablet make life more fun. Whatever is on teens' radars, parents who snag these deals will be heroes when the gift-giving season really is here. They'll be heroes to the teens who want All The Things, and they'll be heroes to themselves. Because if avoiding paying full price for a product is the goal (and with some items $1,000 or more, we understand), this is a good game plan. Parents of teens certainly need all the good deals they can find.
Apple AirPods With Charging Case
AirPods are in right now. They're the latest product for audio on the market and might even be a fashion statement for teens. The price has been steadily going down and with Black Friday approaching the price has dropped another 10%.
Apple AirPods With Charging Case ($144, Walmart)
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera
Film has made a comeback and Fujifilm is top choice in trendy cameras. This camera is currently listed at $69.99, but will drop by $20 on Black Friday to just $50.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera ($50, Target)
Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Smart Speaker With Alexa
The Echo Dot is currently listed at $50, but the price will be cut by more than half on Black Friday to just $23. Alexa, add this Black Friday deal to my shopping cart.
Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Smart Speaker with Alexa ($23, Best Buy)
Google Home Smart Speaker
Much like its Amazon counterpart, Google's take on the smart speaker is going on sale. It's regularly listed at $100, and is currently on sale for $79. However, on Black Friday it will be half off its original price at just $50.
Google Home Smart Speaker ($50, Staples)
GoPro Hero5 Black
GoPro leads the action camera market in quality and durability. With a regular price of $250, the savings are more than $105 in this deal!
GoPro Hero5 Black (E-commerce packaging) ($144, Amazon)
Dell 17.3-Inch Gaming Laptop
This gaming laptop is currently listed at $1,500, but on Black Friday it will be marked down by $400. This is a great opportunity to snag a gaming laptop at a good price.
Dell 17.3" Gaming Laptop ($1,100, Best Buy)
Sharper Image Foldable Gaming Chair with On-Board Speakers
This regular price of this gaming chair is a steep $100, but luckily, its currently on sale for $80. But on Black Friday, snag this chair for even less than half price at just $40.
Sharper Image Fold-able Gaming Chair with On-board Speakers ($40, Kohl's)
JBL Charge 4 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
When it comes to portable Bluetooth speakers, JBL is top of the line in volume, sound quality, and durability. It is currently list at $179, but on Black Friday it will drop to just $100.
JBL Charge 4 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker ($100, Target)
Xbox 1s 1TB All Digital Addition Console
Currently listed at $250, Best Buy is offering an enormous $100 off on Black Friday. Brand new gaming systems do not come much cheaper than this. Not to mention codes for Minecraft, Sea of Thieves, and Fortnite are all included with the purchase.
Xbox 1s 1TB All Digital Addition Console ($150, Best Buy)
Apple Watch Series 3 GPS and Cellular 38mm
Smart watches are some of the hottest gadgets out there, but are also expensive. This Apple watch is normally listed at $379, but during this Black Friday sale it's possible to get $180 off.
Apple Watch Series 3 GPS and Cellular 38mm ($199, Walmart)
HP Pavilion Laptop 15
This regular price for this laptop is $830, and it is currently listed at $600. On Black Friday, knock another $100 off that and snag this Laptop for just $500. This is a great chance to get a quality laptop for a value laptop price.
HP Pavilion Laptop 15 ($500, Staples)
Nikon D3500 Bundle With Bag
For teens who are into photography, this is a great camera that comes with a huge discount. The list price is $850, and it's now priced at just $450. But for Black Friday, get this camera for more than half off at just $400 with the bundle and bag.
Nikon D3500 Bundle With Bag ($400, Target)
TLC 50 Inch 4K Smart LED Roku TV
For the teens who really want a TV in their room, this smart TV offers every feature of a top of the line television without the top of the line price. Not to mention, parents will save $200 off the regular price.
TLC 50 Inch 4k Smart LED Roku TV ($280, Amazon)
Target Gift Cards for Purchasing the Latest Phone
Target is offering a $200 gift card with the purchase and activation of a new iPhone, a $300 gift card for the purchase of the latest Google smartphone, and a $400 gift card for purchasing one of the new Samsung Galaxy phones. If the teen needs the latest phone, turn that big purchase into more gifts for the whole family.
Target Gift Cards for Purchasing the Latest Phone ($200-$400 Gift Card, Target)
DJI Mavic 2 Pro 3
This drone model is top of the line on the market. With a normal price of $2,199, one can get this drone for $400 off. Not to mention it comes with loads of accessories, including a hard-shell backpack.
DJI Mavic 2 Pro 3 ($1,799, Walmart)
PlayStation 4 Slim 1TB Fortnite Neo Versa Bundle
For Black Friday, Kohl's is knocking $100 off the PlayStation price offering it for just $200. This is a steal for a new gaming system and comes with the Fortnite bundle.
PlayStation 4 Slim 1TB Fortnite Neo Versa Bundle ($200, Kohl's)
Hover-1 Original Self Balancing Scooter
The Hover-1 is currently listed at $200 but will go on sale for 50% off on Black Friday. That is a huge saving on a product that's both fun and active.
Hover-1 Original Self Balancing Scooter ($100, Best Buy)
Apple iPad (6th Gen) 32 GB (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
Finding an Apple product at a good price is always a gratifying occasion. This deal offers a huge $160 discount off the list price of $459.
Apple iPad (6th Gen) 32 GB (Wi-Fi + Cellular) ($299, Walmart)
HP 15.6-Inch Pavilion Gaming Laptop
Finding a gaming laptop for $600 is nearly unheard of. The regular price for this laptop can run almost $900. It is currently on sale for just $738, but by Black Friday, it will be $600.
HP 15.6" Pavilion Gaming Laptop ($600, Target)
Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter
This top-quality scooter was originally listed at $599, but is now marked down by more than $200. This scooter is super fun and efficient. Plus, anything to get those kids outside, amiright?
Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter ($347, Amazon)
*Psst: if you choose to purchase an item from this post, Cafemom may receive a small cut. Each item and price is up to date at the time of publication; however, an item may be sold out or the price may be different at a later date.
