The annual Black Friday shopping event has officially arrived, bringing with it unprecedented savings on premium technology products across the UK. With thousands of offers appearing online and in stores, finding genuine value can prove challenging for even the most seasoned shoppers.
Apple Products at Record Low Prices
While Apple traditionally avoids participating directly in Black Friday sales, retailers are offering substantial discounts on the brand's most popular devices. EE leads the way with £200 off the Apple Watch Ultra 2, bringing the premium smartwatch to its lowest-ever price point.
Amazon's Black Friday Week features remarkable price reductions on previous iPhone models, including the iPhone 16e dropping to just £509. For those seeking premium tablet experiences, the powerful 11-inch M4 iPad Pro has been reduced to £1,079, while the latest M5 iPad Pro offers cutting-edge performance for £935 at John Lewis.
Apple's shopping event provides additional incentives, including gift cards worth up to £200 with eligible purchases and six months of free Apple Music with HomePod, AirPods, or selected Beats products.
Television Upgrades for Every Budget
Black Friday presents the perfect opportunity to enhance your home entertainment setup with significant savings on premium televisions. Samsung's ultra-slim 55-inch 'The Frame' TV, which doubles as digital art when not in use, has seen a substantial £560 reduction, now available for just £839.
For those seeking more conventional options, Samsung's 50-inch QE50Q7F2A QLED TV offers brilliant 4K resolution and enhanced colour volume for under £400 at John Lewis. Budget-conscious shoppers can consider the Hisense 43A7NQTUK, which delivers Dolby Atmos Audio and QLED display technology for an impressive £249.
LG's entry-level 43NANO81A6A provides excellent value at £299, focusing on core viewing quality without unnecessary extras.
Amazon Device Discounts
Amazon isn't just a marketplace for deals during Black Friday - the company's own devices have received significant price reductions. The 4K Fire TV Stick has been halved to just £29.99, providing access to multiple streaming services in vibrant Ultra HD.
The compact Echo Pop smart speaker brings Alexa connectivity and impressive sound quality to small spaces for only £21.99, while the 50-inch Amazon Fire TV combines streaming capabilities with a stunning 4K display at a £350 discount.
For literary enthusiasts, the Kindle Paperwhite offers up to 12 weeks of battery life and warm backlighting for comfortable reading, now available with £30 off the regular price.
Laptop and Headphone Bargains
This year's Black Friday features exceptional deals on portable computing and audio equipment. The lightweight Lenovo Ideapad Slim 3x weighs just 1.1 kilograms and costs £319.99, while the Asus Zenbook A14 boasts an incredible 26-hour battery life for £649.
Apple's reliable MacBook Air with the M2 chipset has been reduced by £150 at John Lewis, making it an excellent choice for students and professionals alike. The versatile HP Omni Book X Flip combines laptop and tablet functionality with a gorgeous OLED touchscreen at £400 off.
Audio enthusiasts can save £50 on Sony's WH-1000XM6 headphones, renowned for their 30-hour battery life and stellar sound quality. The luxurious Bowers & Wilkins Px8 headphones feature premium Nappa leather and best-in-class noise cancellation at £109 off, while Marshall's Monitor II A.N.C. headphones deliver 45 hours of playback with £100 savings.
With so many genuine bargains available across multiple retailers, Black Friday 2024 represents the perfect opportunity to upgrade your technology collection while making substantial savings on premium products.
