The Best Early Black Friday 50% (or More) Off Deals

Early Black Friday deals have started, and we’ve spotted some great discounts on top tech items priced under $100 or $50. But what’s better than a deal that cuts the price in half? We searched for the best tech that’s at least 50% off and found some fantastic options for you! Keep checking back here for more half-price deals heading into Black Friday!

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Whether you want to ensure you don’t suffer during power outages or you really like going camping but staying somewhat connected, having a Bluetti AC200L power station on hand will be of help. The power station is already half-off, but you can get an extra 5% off with our exclusive discount code PCMAGBF5, which brings the price down to a historic best. With 2400W output, you can keep going anything from a refrigerator to your lawn mower. If you add some solar panels, you won’t even have to plug these in. While certainly not on the same level, yo can check out some of the best portable chargers and power banks we’ve reviewed.

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Marked down by 62% ahead of Black Friday, this three-pack of Blink Outdoor 4 cameras will help you keep an eye on most of your home’s surroundings. Our expert, John R. Delaney, reviewed these cameras and gave them an “Excellent” rating, praising how easy they are to install, the long battery life, and the sharp 1080p video. Plus, the cameras work just fine with Alexa, so they are easy to integrate into your smart home system.

You don’t need to fill your home with smart devices and smart bulbs because sometimes you can just get a smart plug instead. This two-pack of Kasa plugs is half-off ahead of Black Friday, so you have the right opportunity to add these to your cart. Whehter you want to turn off the livingroom lamp from your bed or program the coffee machine to turn on and start preparing your cup in the morning, these little gadgets will work just fine. They work with Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant just fine, so it’s easy to integrate them into your home. While we didn’t review this exact model, the very similar Kasa smart plug EP25P4 version got an “Outstanding” rating from us and our Editors’ Choice award.

Amazon’s Echo Pop is available for its best price once more, thanks to the 55% discount. This tiny smart speaker looks sleek and stylish and can easily fit into any room in your home. In our review of the Echo Pop, our expert gave it an “Excellent” rating, praising the speaker’s affordability and the balanced sound. Our expert, Will Greenwald, added that it’s an “inexpensive way to add Alexa to any small room.”

The Beats Solo 4 price was cut straight down the middle making this the most affordable these headphones have ever been. In our review of the Beats Solo 4, our expert notes that while he enjoyed the sound produced by the headphones, as well as the easy, hands-free access to Siri, he wished they would also have active noise cancellation. The fantastic 50-hour battery life, however, is particularly useful to have. 

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 just got even more affordable with this Black Friday deal, reaching a brand new best price. We reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and gave it an “Excellent” rating, appreciating the bigger and brighter screen, the digital bezel for quick scrolling, and the many new sensors and apps. Even though we’re not thrilled about its battery life, our expert Angela Moscaritolo notes that “the Galaxy Watch 6 still stands out as the best Android-compatible smartwatch right now.”

Easily the most comfortable headphones I’ve ever had, the JBL Tune 720BT deliver great sound, powerful bass, and enough battery life that I forget when I last charged them. They’re lightweight, they’re built well, and they’re foldable, so they’ll squeeze just fine into any bag. I wish they’d have been this affordable when I bought them. Make sure to check out some of the best headphones we’ve reviewed for a quality comparison.

Streaming content is easier than ever with a Fire TV Stick 4K, especially when you can get one for 56% off. Whether you need to upgrade a non-smart TV or you want a more organized streaming center than your TV offers, the Fire TV Stick 4K is a great pick. We reviewed this streaming device and gave it an “Excellent” rating, as well as our Editors’ Choice award, and our expert Will Greenwald named it “one of the best media streaming devices” you can get.

Another half-off bargain we found today is the Blink Mini 2 which is extremely affordable. This pint-sized camera captures 1080p video and comes with its own spotlight. In our review of the Blink Mini 2, we noted that it works with both Alexa and IFTTT, giving you plenty of ways to access footage. “If you’re looking for an affordable security camera that works indoors and outdoors and doesn’t take up much room, the Blink Mini 2 fits the bill,” our expert John R. Delaney added.

Make sure to scope out our Black Friday hub for up-to-the-minute deals on the tech you want most.

About Gabriela Vatu

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I have been a writer since 2006 when I covered various domains for local publications. In 2012, I started covering technology broadly and I’ve written thousands of articles since then. I’ve written social media and cybersecurity news, software and hardware reviews, streaming guides, how-tos, tech deals, and more. I have bylines in numerous publications, including MakeUseOf, Pocket-Lint, Android Police, How to Geek, XDA, Softpedia, as well as here at PCMag. When I’m not working, I like to spend time with my family, read, game, paint, listen to music, and run around after our many pets asking what it is they’re chewing on this time.

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