More and more people on the hunt for a new laptop or tablet are waiting for Black Friday to buy the sought-after device at a reduced price. The length of the bidding period that all brands make allows people to find the best solution to meet their technical needs and wallets. For this reason, it is now rare for people to purchase on the fourth Friday of November, the most popular day of the year for shopping after the Christmas holidays. In addition to those of the past weeks, this year, a series of promotions started on 21 November and will end in early December. So, there is time to study the devices you are interested in, check their price over the past few months, and see if picking one up pays off these days.
Notebook
Apple MacBook Air
Since it is difficult to find discounted Apple notebooks, when it happens, only a few units usually sell out. That’s why it’s essential to get there before the others, even though this offer is for a 2022 model with a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, Apple M2 chip, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. It weighs 1.24 kg, has a battery life of over ten hours, a MagSafe charging port, two Thunderbolt ports and a headphone jack, but most importantly, it is 25% off. It can be found on Amazon for €881, instead of the original price of €1,129.
HP 15s-fq5091nl
Forget the absurd name, it’s what’s under the body that’s important. Because there is a 15.6-inch micro-edge and anti-flicker display, an Intel Core i7 1255U processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage, another pivotal element is the battery, which allows you to get through the night even if you put it under stress all day between work and play. This is an opportunity to grab because the discount at MediaWorld is significant: from €899 to €599.
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
If you are looking for the most powerful (and therefore expensive) model, it’s best to look elsewhere. However, if you’re looking for a light, thin, and reliable device, Lenovo’s IdeaPad Slim 3 is also worth a look: 15.6It has a 15.6-inch display, an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U processor, 16 GB memory, and 1a 000 GB SSD. The discount is not the biggest, but it is worth it because, at €599, you save €100 on the list price.
Smartwatch
Amazfit Balance
Casual style with an analogue watch aesthetic, it is a good wristwatch assistant for monitoring health parameters and physical activity. A 1.5″ display with anti-reflective glass measures heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, sleep quality and body composition. The AI Fitness Coach is also a virtual assistant that processes data collected from the sensors to create personalised workout plans based on the wearer’s goals and abilities. On promotion for Black Friday, Amazfit Balance fetches €169.90.
Apple Watch SE 2
The same applies to the Apple smartwatch as the MacBook above, albeit in a smaller key: there are few markdowns, and this one is ideal for those who want to try sporting an Apple watch on their wrist. It is available in a 40mm version with an aluminium case in Midnight colour and a Sport Midnight strap. On Amazon, it is 14% off, and you can buy it for €221.99.
Huawei Band 9
Lightweight and feature-rich, the Huawei Band 9 smart band is a good shot for those who want to get closer to the world of wearables. It allows you to keep track of your workouts and physical status; it is only 8.99 mm thick and weighs 14 grams. What’s more, its battery life allows it to be recharged once every ten days. Compatible with iOS and Android, it can be paired with any smartphone and is on sale on Amazon for €44.
Tablet
Lenovo Tab 12
Fewer tablets are sold than in the past, especially after the surge during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there are still many people who want a tablet both for professional reasons and for entertainment at home, especially for their children. Among the various proposals is Lenovo, which offers several interesting promotions on models in different ranges. From the Tab P12 with Matte Display, with 8GB+128GB, pen and case at a discount from €499 to €309, to the Tab M8 (4GB+64GB), which is 43% off and fetches €89.
Honor MagicPad2
Known for its smartphones, Honor is gradually expanding its ecosystem, and the proof comes in the focus on tablets. One of the most interesting is the MagicPad2, which has a 12.3-inch Oled screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8S Gen 3 processor, excellent audio thanks to its 8 built-in speakers and a 10,050 mAh battery that is a certainty for almost two days’ use. With very thin edges (the screen-to-body ratio is 92%) and a 144 Hz refresh rate, it is a good solution for multitasking: from work to leisure and gaming, everything can be done without affecting performance. On Honor’s website, it can be found for €479.90, which is €120 less than the original price.
Google Tab Pixel
Google’s tablet is a way of differentiating itself, not least because Big G has launched a few models so far. This one in the Wi-Fi version, with a 10.9″ screen, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and white colouring, is €100 off. Knowing that you are not going to snap up the best Google tablet, it remains a good bargain—especially when it’s on sale for €349.
