13 Best Early Black Friday Deals at Best Buy on Hot Tech (2026)
Get a head start on holiday shopping with discounts on WIRED-tested headphones, laptops, and TVs.
Here are the 13 best early Black Friday deals at Best Buy for hot tech:
1. Samsung's innovative Galaxy Z Fold8, a brand-new device that folds into a 7.6-inch display for improved multitasking, is praised by WIRED reviewer Julian Chokkattu. The reviewer prefers this model over the pricier Fold8 Ultra, appreciating its easier-to-open hinge and overall usability.
2. Trendy headphones from Beats Studio Pro (7/10, WIRED Recommends) are discounted by $109. They come in various fun colors and offer easy pairing with Apple and Android devices, along with head tracking for spatial audio.
3. The WIRED reviewer Luke Larsen highly recommends a Windows laptop equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chip, featuring a generously sized 120-Hz refresh rate display. Although not as sharp as a Macbook, this laptop offers great value and is an upgrade over similarly equipped Windows laptops.
4. TCL QM6K QLED TV, priced under $1,000, is a top choice if you're looking for a deal. It boasts an impressive 144-Hz refresh rate, versatile display, rich black levels, and impressive clarity.
5. The latest wireless headphones in the lineup offer some of the best noise cancellation you can buy, paired with 30 hours of battery power. They come with a new smaller case and memory foam-augmented folding ear cups for easy travel. However, the noise cancellation and call quality are considered underwhelming.
6. A truly excellent earbud option for travelers, weighing 5.5 grams per bud, they are 25% smaller and 20% lighter than the previous model. Reviewers loved their detailed and balanced sound, though noise cancellation and call quality were found lacking.
7. A semiautomatic espresso machine, favored by WIRED reviewer Julian Chokkattu for seven years, is available at a discount. The machine boasts consistent pressure, a steam wand, a built-in grinder, and easy-to-clean all-metal construction.
8. The Google Pixel 11 is a minor upgrade over last year's Pixel 10, featuring a 5X telephoto lens, magnetic Qi2 wireless charging, and seven years of software support. The early deal is available for unlocked 128-GB models in Indigo and Frost colorways.
9. Samsung's 360-Hz refresh rate gaming monitor is a top pick for gaming, offering deep blacks and rich, accurate colors. Its high price was a main complaint from our reviewer, making this a lucky find for gamers.
10. The previous Oura Ring 4 is seeing deep holiday discounts, with a $249 deal available on matte black and silver colorways. Reviewers loved the chunky look of the 4, which they've owned for a year and still find reliable.
11. Google's Nest Wifi Pro 6E router is easy to set up and manage through the Google Home app, with reliable coverage for simultaneous gaming, streaming, and video calls.
12. A gaming mouse with Stream Deck integration and longer battery life than its predecessor is recommended for those planning to game before the holidays. It's not the lowest price, but still a solid choice.
13. A budget-friendly Chromebook is reviewed by Luke Larsen, offering solid everyday performance and a responsive touchpad. While color accuracy is compromised, its Intel Core i3 processor and 8 GB of RAM make it a practical choice for browsing and working in Google Docs.
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