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Black Friday 2024: Early Deals and More
The biggest shopping event of the year, Black Friday 2024, is just two weeks away. But don't wait for the main event – there are early offers available now on everything from technology and TVs to mattresses and beauty products. Brands like Asos, Lookfantastic, Amazon, and Pandora are all taking part.
This year, the sale lasts from Friday 29 November to Cyber Monday (2 December). Many retailers have already kicked off their Black Friday sales early, with deals on Apple Airpods, Ninja air fryers, Shark cordless vacuums, and more. Amazon launched early deals on 8 November, and the main sale starts on 21 November.
As a shopping expert, I will be hunting down the best early deals in the weeks leading up to Black Friday. Whether you're in the market for a new moisturiser or cordless vacuum, we've got you covered. Check out our round-up of the best early Black Friday offers below.
Tech Deals on Black Friday
Apple's brand new Airpods only launched last month, but Amazon has already slashed the price in the run-up to Black Friday. In tech critic David Phelan's review, he described them as 'amazingly small and light' with strong audio quality and a snug fit. The new AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation are excellent and the price is great.
Black Friday is also the best time to upgrade your phone. At Carphone Warehouse, you can get the Apple iPhone 16 Pro with 500GB for £149 up front and £39.99 per month. This is a great deal considering the phone costs £999. In The Independent's tech editor's review, the 'iPhone 16 Pro is a powerhouse of innovative technologies.'
Home Appliance Deals on Black Friday
Simba's hybrid ultra mattress is featured in our review of the best mattresses of 2024. Right now, with every purchase, you get two Simba hybrid pillows, a hybrid 3-in-1 duvet, and a mattress protector for free. This saves you £766 and ensures you get a high-quality sleep set-up.
For cleaning, Shark's anti-hair-wrap cordless upright pet vacuum is discounted by £130. With an hour-long run-time and anti-hair-wrap technology, it's ideal for pet owners. Plus, it's lightweight for easy cleaning of hard-to-reach spots.
Fashion and Beauty Deals on Black Friday
Argos has sliced 25% off the price of the Lego Harry Potter Hagrid's hut set. This 896-piece set is perfect for Potterheads and Lego fans aged eight and above and will make a great addition to your Christmas collection.
Maybelline's New York lash sensational sky high mascara is now nearly half price. With its uniquely designed brush, it's ideal for getting to hard-to-reach areas. In Sarah's review, she raved about the tiny bristles that line the wand.
Other Deals on Black Friday
Dyson's supersonic hair dryer is discounted by £50. In our review, it was hailed as 'incredibly lightweight and cute' with a compact size and a real punch of power for fast drying times.
Dusk has just kicked off its mega Black Friday event with up to 70% off everything. The Hampshire style chaise sofa is a great choice, with our reviewer naming it the best traditional-style chaise sofa. Now, you can get it for less than £900.
Virgin Media is offering a stellar deal for Black Friday, with three months of free broadband and the option to bundle with TV and a SIM. You can also get three months of Disney+ thrown in for free.
These are just some of the amazing deals available on Black Friday. Make sure to keep an eye out for more as the sale progresses.