Black Friday 2024 live: Latest discounts, from iPads to skincare
Brands and retailers are kicking off their Black Friday sales early, with deals on iPads, PlayStation, Yoto, Zara and more
Black Friday 2024 officially starts on 29 November, but retailers from Currys, Argos and Debenhams to Boots and Shark have already begun their sales. Ecommerce giant Amazon is the latest to launch, with Sony PlayStation and Glossier having joined the action last week.
Whether you’re looking to stock up on beauty essentials, replace your old laptop or invest in a new mattress, the IndyBest team are compiling hundreds of deals in our Black Friday shopping guides. But for real-time updates on discounts and news as it drops, our liveblog has you covered.
But, whether you’re after a TV, toys, jewellery or furniture, the biggest price drops aren’t necessarily the most impressive. The best, genuine deals are those on products that are actually worth your money, so we’ll make sure to bring you offers on items we’ve tested ourselves.
So far, Dyson’s Black Friday sale has discounted the cultairwrap, Sony has discounted the price of the PS5 Slim to an all-time low and Pandora has just launched its sale with up to 30 per cent off jewellery. Elsewhere, you can find bargains at John Lewis, Argos, Lookfantastic and more. It’s shaping up to be one of the biggest Black Friday sales ever.
Read more: Best Black Friday deals to shop, according to a shopping expert
Does Apple do Black Friday?
Apple doesn’t directly participate in Black Friday sales, but it offers gift cards with purchases during the event. This year, you can get up to £160 in Apple gift cards on select products. The highest-value gift cards are available on the latest MacBook Air models (15in M3, 13in M3, and 13in M2), while iPhones (15, 14, and SE) come with up to £60 in gift cards.
Apple iPads (Pro, Air, 10th-gen) get you up to £80 in gift cards, and AirPods (Max, Pro 2, AirPods 4) come with up to £60 in gift cards. Other Apple accessories like the Apple Watch SE, Apple TV 4K, and HomePod also have gift card offers, while Beats headphones and accessories come with up to £40 in gift cards.
These gift card offers start on 29 November 2024 and end on Cyber Monday on 2 December 2024. If you want a deal on the Apple product you’re about to buy, rather than one far in the future, it’s best shopping for Apple deals at third-party retailers. I’ve rounded up some of the best Apple savings below:
Best Apple Black Friday 2024 deals on iPhones, Apple Watch and more
From iPads to iPhones, these are the best Apple Black Friday discounts to shop now
Best Black Friday phone deals 2024
Tech writer Steve has rounded up the best phone deals this Black Friday, including a variety of SIM-free, contract, and SIM-only offers from major carriers. I highly recommend checking out his list, especially the deal on the Google Pixel 8 Pro, which stands out as a solid choice this year. For more details, take a look at the full list in his article below:
Best phone deals for Black Friday 2024, according to a tech expert
The annual mega-sale includes a massive £500 discount on the Google Pixel 8 Pro
Save on the iPhone 15 Pro this Black Friday
Smartphones always see some of the largest price cuts on Black Friday, and that’s no different this year. From the Google Pixel 8 Pro to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, there are deals t be found. Tech writer Steve is busy rounding up the best price cuts on mobile phones, and he’s even spotted a spicy price cut on the iPhone 15 Pro.
iPhone 15 Pro: Was £999, now £849, Laptopsdirect.co.uk
If you’ve been eyeing the iPhone 15 Pro, now is the time to grab it at a discounted price. It’s currently £849, down from £999 at Laptops Direct. This is the model I use every day, and despite the launch of the iPhone 16 Pro, I chose not to upgrade because the 15 Pro gets all the exact same AI features at the 16 Pro. It’s not a huge upgrade.
Secure this Ninja kettle for less this Black Friday
Ninja perfect temperature kettle: Was £99.99, now £79.99, Currys.co.uk
If you’re after precision when it comes to your kettle, the Ninja Perfect Temperature Kettle is now £79.99 at Currys, down from £99.99. This kettle offers six temperature settings, perfect for everything from tea to coffee, ensuring your brew is just the right temperature every time. IndyBest writer Lauren gave it her seal of approval in her round-up of the best temperature control kettles.
I haven’t seen the AirTag this cheap in years
After two years of price hikes, Apple’s AirTags are finally back at a price I haven’t seen since before the cost increase. A pack of four is now available for just £84 at Amazon, so if you’ve been waiting to grab these, now’s the time to act before prices change again. I’ve been tracking the price since their release in 2022, and this is the best deal I’ve seen since the hike.
Apple AirTag reduced to lowest price in rare Black Friday deal
I was impressed with the item tracker when I put it to the test
This Switch OLED bundle is too good to miss
If you’re looking for savings on the Nintendo Switch OLED, Amazon’s dropped a bundle deal that includes the console at a discounted price, plus Super Mario Bros. Wonder and a 12-month Switch Online membership thrown in for free.
Nintendo Switch OLED with ‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’ and a 12-month Switch Online membership: Was £309.99, now £289.95, Amazon.co.uk
You can now save an extra £20 on the Nintendo Switch OLED bundle at Amazon, dropping the price to £289.95. This bundle still includes the console, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and a 12-month Switch Online membership for free. The Nintendo Switch OLED fixes all of the niggling issues I had with the original console, and comes with a larger and more vivid display.
Save on audiobooks this Black Friday
Bored of reading? Get narrators with soothing voices to read your books for you with this Audible subscription deal.
Audible: Was £7.99 per month, now 99p per month, Amazon.co.uk
You can now get three months of Audible for just 99p per month, down from the usual £7.99. It’s a great deal for anyone who wants to enjoy audiobooks, podcasts and Audible Originals on the go. There is a catch, however. This offer is only available to new subscribers – existing subscribers aren’t eligible for the discounted price.
My favourite robot vacuum is now on sale
I’ve tested a lot of robot vacuum cleaners, but there’s one I keep coming back to – the Eufy X10 Pro. Right now, you can save almost 30 per cent on the autonomous vacuum, saving you both time and money.
Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum cleaner: Was £799, now £579, Amazon.co.uk
This little sucker really can do it all. The Eufy X10 Pro features both a mop and a high-suction vacuum, and can even refill its own water tank, dry its mops, and empty its dustbag. The only maintenance I need to do is refill the water in the clean base. I absolutely love it, and it’s even cheaper in the Black Friday sale.
Here’s a well-brewed coffee machine Black Friday deal
If you’re fed up of giving all your money to Starbucks, then it’s probably time you invested in a coffee machine, which is much more wallet-friendly than those daily coffee runs.
Nespresso vertuo pop coffee pod machine: Was £100, now £59, Amazon.co.uk
The Nespresso Vertuo Pop is Nespresso’s most affordable coffee machine, and it’s earned rave reviews from the IndyBest team, with Lauren particularly impressed. Now, with a nearly 50% discount on Amazon, it’s an even better deal. The “small but mighty” machine is compact at just 3.5kg, making it easy to store away in larger cupboards when not in use. It’s a great addition to any kitchen, offering convenience without taking up much space, all while delivering quality coffee. If you’re looking to upgrade your coffee game at home, this is a solid choice.
Save on the Toniebox this Black Friday
If you’ve heard friends and family rave about the Toniebox, then you know why it’s such a hit. For those unfamiliar, the Toniebox is a screen-free audio system designed for young children.
Tonies toniebox, red: Was £79.63, now £63.96, Tonies.com
The Toniebox lets kids enjoy stories, songs and educational content in a fun, interactive way, kids can collect Tonie figurines like you used to do with Beanie Babies. Each Tonie plays a different piece of audio content when placed on top of the Toniebox. This deal is on the entire starter kit.