The Amazon Fire TV Stick is one of your best options for budget-conscious streaming — plug it right into an HDMI port. (Amazon)
Whether it's a movie, TV show, news or sports, there's always something to watch on a streaming channel. And nowadays, that encompasses everything from paid subscriptions (Netflix, Disney+, Max) to one of the countless number of free channels like Pluto or Tubi. The question is, does your TV get all those apps? Thankfully, there's a shortcut: Just get a streaming gadget like the incredibly popular Amazon Fire TV Stick (it's got hundreds of thousands of fans!). Thanks to this Amazon Black Friday deal, you can snap one up for $18 — that's the lowest price it's ever been!
It doesn't have to stop at your TV, either. I plug mine into the HDMI port in my computer monitor and boom, I have an extra screen in my office.
Want to stream in 4K? The Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale right now too, for just a few bucks more, as is the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, the most powerful, fastest connecting Fire TV Stick there is. For even more savings, be sure to check out our roundups of the best Black Friday deals on Amazon devices and the best Black Friday deals overall.
There's a reason for the hype surrounding Apple AirPods Pro — many reasons, in fact. For starters, they offer rich, crisp sound and superior noise cancellation, allowing you to enjoy music, podcasts, audiobooks and more without outside commotion getting in the way. This model also allows you to control the volume simply by swiping the stem, and you'll even receive four pairs of silicone tips in different sizes for customized comfort. At $189, this is the cheapest we've seen them!
Never lose your luggage, purse, car, keys — anything, really — again. Just attach one of these smart tags to the item you want to track, and you'll be alerted to its whereabouts via your phone. The deal on this four-pack brings each tag down to about $16 (they typically retail for $25 to $30 a pop). Grab a few for your, er, forgetful family members...
Make fighting with your family members over power outlets a thing of the past, courtesy of this electrifying gadget. It's equipped with five AC outlets and four USB ports, enough for everyone to charge their iPads, iPhones, MacBooks (you get the picture) all at once. Oh, and it's so much sleeker than having a power strip on your floor — and you won't have to worry about tripping over it.
No, it's not a massive discount, but this bestseller is within a dollar of its all-time low (and it's retailed for as much as $20 in the past).
This little gadget will give you an instant upgrade to the performance of your TV.
Tired of dealing with a streaming stick that is constantly full and bogged down by apps? This is the most powerful Fire TV stick out there, and with 16GB, it can handle pretty much everything you throw at it.
For about the price of a movie ticket and a popcorn, the Fire TV Stick 4K offers quick and easy access to more content than you'll ever be able to watch in a lifetime. We're talking 1.5 million shows and movies at your fingertips. And right now, you can snag it for $20 off.
Whether you'd like to drown out the sound of your neighbor's bagpipe lessons or the roar of the garbage truck as it comes down your block, these noise-cancelling earbuds have you covered. Boasting up to 24 hours of listening time, they offer a top-tier listening experience and even offer an IPX4 waterproof rating, in case your workouts get extra sweaty.
Ready for some Apple picking? Yes, we realize it's not fall, but you'll want to pluck this bad boy from the ol' Amazon tree and add it to your cart because it's currently down to its all-time lowest price — and this is the most recent version! As the unofficial Goldilocks of tech (less bulky than a laptop but larger than a smartphone), this tablet keeps you connected on the go or at home, and you can use it for everything from reading books to taking notes to watching videos.
Broida named this the "best overall tablet," owing to its "under-the-hood improvements, including a faster processor, more RAM (4GB instead of 3GB), Bluetooth 5.0 (up from 4.2) and a USB-C charging port."
Check out his roundup of the best tablets of 2024 for a full review.
Don't need a full-size laptop but want a versatile screen for reading, streaming movies, browsing social media and more? Check out this Apple iPad Mini. It has an advanced A15 Bionic chip (meaning it's powerful and fast), has 64GB of memory storage, offers all-day battery life and has a small, 8.3-inch liquid retina display screen. It's also on sale for its lowest price ever at 25% off.
"My bigger iPad Air recently just broke so I was debating between getting another or getting the iPad Mini. I am so happy that I chose the Mini," said one shopper. "I love that it is light enough to carry around wherever I go but still has a bigger screen than my phone so I can do work/school on it. I have also been reading on it a lot and think that it is the perfect tablet for reading."
We could list all the reasons why this is a solid deal, but here’s the bottom line: No other streaming device gives you this much for such a low price. Not Roku, not Apple TV. If you’ve been holding out for a great price on a Fire TV Stick, the time to buy is now.
Streaming devices pretty much fall into one of three camps: an Amazon Fire Stick, a Roku or the less common Apple TV. The Fire Stick is one of the easiest to use — and the most budget-friendly, especially if you're only trying to stream in high definition instead of 4K. (For 4K, consider this version, also on sale.) It's just so easy to use that it's hard not to recommend.
The Amazon Fire TV Stick plugs right into an HDMI port in the back of your TV, so it's nice and tidy. The remote is intuitive, and the Alexa Voice button is a simple matter of pressing and holding while you ask your question. You can turn smart devices on and off, ask for movie suggestions and even do a bit of online shopping with this handy gadget. There's also a ton of free content available, thanks to free streaming services including Tubi and Pluto TV. You'll get access to over 300,000 titles without paying a dime. Nice, huh?
You can read plenty about how this tiny device has changed users' TV time for the better — it has over 414,000 five-star fans.
"This is so easy to set up and use, I wish I'd gotten this years ago," raved a now-enlightened fan. "I'll be honest, and I feel a bit foolish admitting this, but despite hearing about the Fire TV Stick's existence for years, I never considered it because I thought there was a monthly fee! I didn't want to pay for anything beyond my subscriptions, so I never even read the details."
Take it from this charged-up cord-cutter: "This purchase right here? Absolute game-changer! I mean, I was fed up with those ridiculously expensive cable TV subscriptions. So I took matters into my own hands and got this amazing device. And guess what? Now I'm practically running my own TV network!"
"I got this for an elderly lady that doesn't have cable, and her regular TV antenna would always lose signal," said one thoughtful buyer. "I haven't seen her this happy in a long time. She is now streaming shows and movies, she learned to speak to Alexa at 87 years old. I am very happy with the product, and I highly recommend it. It is very easy for anyone to use, from children to the elderly."
One user pointed out that storage could be a problem. "The only downside is that there is a limit to the memory, so be careful not to load up too many apps," they cautioned. "Only put on the ones you frequently use." (Need lots of storage? No worries! Grab the on-sale Fire TV Stick 4K Max instead.)
This five-star reviewer had a rueful reflection: "My only complaint is that screen mirroring from other devices isn't as easy as [I] would like it to be."
Want more Fire TV Stick options? You're in luck: Almost every model is on sale.
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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