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Friday's Best Deals: OLED TVs, Dyson Vacuums, Smart Thermostats, and More

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Erica Offutt

Black Friday is one week away, but some of the deals have already started. Find discounts on OLED 4k TVs, Dyson vacuums, a smart thermostat, and more.

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If you love inky blacks and vibrant colors—and who doesn’t?—this 55" 2017 OLED LG TV is down to $1800 today on MassDrop, or $2600 for 65", both $200 less than you’ll find them on Amazon.

As you’d expect from any high-end TV these days, that gets you a 4K panel and Dolby Vision HDR, but OLED technology means the blacks will be far richer, and the colors more vibrant than any LCD-based screen you can buy.

We’ve seen slightly less expensive LG OLED sets from this year’s lineup, but the E7P includes a built-in sound bar and a premium design that frames the display in glass, rather than plastic or chrome. Plus, if you use any of the links on this page and sign up for a new MassDrop account, you’ll get a $10 credit applied at checkout automatically. That’s a drop in the bucket here, sure, but $10 is $10.

While not nearly as ubiquitous as Nest’s Learning Thermostats, Ecobee’s smart thermostats one-up the competition by pairing with wireless remote sensors that you can place elsewhere in your house, giving the thermostat a more accurate picture of your home’s overall temperature.

The new Ecobee4 is especially notable in that it doesn’t just work with Google Assistant and Alexa...it actually is a fully-featured Alexa device, just like an Echo Dot that lives on your wall. It’s rarely been discounted from its usual $250 since it launched earlier this year, but today on Amazon, you can get it (plus a remote sensor) for an all-time low $199.

If you’re still listening to your TV through its built-in speakers, it’s time to drop what you’re doing and grab a sound bar on sale.

On the low end, we’ve spotted a 2.0 channel Vizio for an all-time low $50. With no subwoofer, it’s probably not what you want for your main home theater, but it’d be perfect for a bedroom.

If the Vizio sells out, the equivalent AmazonBasics sound bar is on sale for the same price.

For $30 more, you can get an AmazonBasics sound bar with a built-in subwoofer. The bass won’t be as deep as it would be from a discrete woofer, but it’s better than nothing.

If you’d prefer a little more bass, for $158, you can step up to a 2.1 channel model from Samsung with a wireless subwoofer, or go for a 3.1 channel system for $218. Both of those prices are all-time lows.

The cool thing about those Samsung systems is that you can turn them into wireless 4.1 and 5.1 surround sound systems (respectively) with this expansion set, which is actually also on sale right now for $94.

The advent of inexpensive Bluetooth headphones has been a net positive, but there’s no getting around it: They’re a pain in the ass to charge.

Luckily, Mpow’s headphone carrying case includes a built-in 800mAh battery and microUSB cable, so you can recharge your earbuds while simultaneously keeping them from getting lost or tangled in your bag. Yeah, you’ll still need to recharge the case, but this definitely makes Bluetooth earbuds a simpler option while traveling.

As I’ve learned from using Anker’s PowerCore Fusion, USB battery packs are way easier to keep charged when they can plug straight into the wall. This 9,000mAh model from RAVPower has folding prongs, and even a built-in Lightning cable for Apple devices, in addition to a USB port that can accept any cable.

It might not be the best fit for you, but if you have any less tech-savvy iPhone owners on your holiday shopping list—the kinds of people who are unlikely to remember to pack an extra wall charger and microUSB cable to keep a battery charged—this would be a great gift.

Yi’s original action cam is a longtime reader-favorite, and one of my personal favorite gadgets to boot, and you can pick it up for $48 from Amazon today, an all-time low.

Update: Scroll down to the special offers and find the one to get a free extra battery. Just hit the button to add both items to your cart.

This model doesn’t shoot in 4K, but it does feature 1080/60, and the footage and photos it takes look fantastic. You can even control it wirelessly with your phone, or transfer your captures over Wi-Fi for instant sharing.

Sony’s MDR line of Bluetooth headphones sold like gangbusters during Black Friday, but if you were holding out for noise cancelling models, Amazon’s rewarding your patience today with the biggest discount ever on the top-of the line MDR1000x.

These headphones have all the features you’d expect in a good pair of Bluetooth headphones these days: NFC pairing, 20+ hour battery life, and even LDAC Hi-Res audio compatibility. But the secret sauce here is noise cancellation, including a special mode that lets ambient voices through either at all times, or just when you cup a hand over the right earcup. $228's still a solid chunk of change, but it’s rare to see these dip below $300, let alone this low.

Apple’s MacBooks only have two ports these days: USB-C and a headphone jack. And while USB-C is definitely a good thing, the world might not be quite ready to ditch all of our old connectors. Luckily, this $30 dongle can turn one of those USB-C ports into four standard USB ports, an HDMI port, and a USB-C passthrough for power.

I would suggest keeping a couple of pairs of emergency headphones in your carry-on, laptop bag, and gym bag. These Panasonic ear buds are just $7 today (down from their usual $10) and have a very impressive 4.3 star rating with 51,000 reviews. I don’t think these headphones will have life-changing sound quality, but they’ll definitely work in a pinch and would make great stocking stuffers.

What gift do you get for the gadget lover who already has everything? A bag to carry their gadgets, of course. The Zero Grid Electronics Travel Organizer is bursting with pockets, straps, and zippers to keep all of your tech gear organized and untangled while you’re on the road. Get it for an all-time low $19 today with code ZGCR9DY3.

The ultra-popular Nest Learning Thermostat 3.0 is down to $195 today at Rakuten with promo code NEST34, which is the best discount we’ve ever seen. Early Black Friday ads indicate that these will be going for $200 (as per usual) around the holidays, so there’s no reason to wait.

VPNs are in the news these days, and with good reason. So if you’re curious to sign up and start protecting your browsing history and personal data (or, you know, getting around websites’ geoblocks), NordVPN charges less per month than a typical trip to Starbucks.

NordVPN has long been one of the most popular and reliable VPN providers out there, and if you sign up for a one-year membership, promo code VIP70 will drop your annual price from $69 to $48. If you’re sure you want to commit, use this link to get a special two year plan for $79 with code 2YSpecial2017, or this link to get three years for $99 with code 3ydeal. Lifehacker has recommended Nord in some previous guides, but if you have any firsthand experience with the service, sound off in the comments!

You don’t need to sell a kidney to afford noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones; these 4 star-rated Cowin E-7s are just $40 right now, or $30 off with promo code 9H9778YO.

They might not have the brand recognition of Sony or Bose, but these headphones pack in 30 hours of battery life, and yes, active noise cancellation that reviewers say works really well.

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For a limited time, Dyson’s eBay outlet is taking an extra 20% off any $25 order (maximum $50 discount) with promo code PSHOPEARLY, including vacuums, fans, and even hair dryers. Most of the wares here are refurbished, but they’re sold directly by Dyson; this isn’t a sketchy third party situation.

My pick is the V6 Absolute for $180. I bought the V6 Animal a months ago, and it makes quick work of all the pet hair on our furniture.

That same PSHOPEARLY code will work with a number of other (admittedly less exciting) sellers as well, including Klymit, Anker, Cuisinart, Worx, and more, so check out the full list on this page.

The Shark Navigator Lift-Away is your favorite upright affordable vacuum, and Amazon’s marked it down to $120 today, well below its usual $140-$160. This deal probably won’t last long though, so lock in your order before they’re all sucked up.

These leak-proof travel bottles let you take your favorite products with you wherever you go. They’re made of squishy silicone, so there’s no need to be concerned about them getting smashed and exploding all of your clothes. Plus, you can twist the window collar and write in what the bottles contains for easy identification.

At just $10 today, they’re the cheapest they’ve been all year. You can use the money you save on an overpriced, but necessary margarita at the airport.

It’s holiday travel time, and your airport experience will be greatly improved with this Travelpro Maxlite 4 deal. Normally priced around $90, today, you can grab this suitcase at just $66 today.

The Maxlite 4 is the follow-up to the Maxlite 3, which our readers named their favorite rolling carry-on bag. Like all Travelpro bags, it comes with a ton of organization tools, is incredibly well built for the money, and even has a limited lifetime warranty if anything goes wrong.

h/t Vince Torres

With this one-day Amazon sale on Kershaw Blur knives, you can be one of those people that’s randomly carrying a knife whenever something needs cutting. Those people are respected by all.

Choose from multiple colors, and both straight and serrated blades, all for an all-time low $35. These would make great stocking stuffers too, just be sure they’re closed before you put them inside a stocking.

If you want to go all out, you can pay $20 more for one with stronger S30V steel. That one rarely sells for under $70.

You can never have enough tiny LED flashlights, particularly zoomable ones, and especially when you can grab two for $8 with promo code YHM80888.

Just note that you’ll need either a single 18650 battery to run them, or three AAAs each. I recommend rechargeables either way.

If you missed the Gold Box on Sunday, you still have a chance to get a Butterball Electric Fryer before the big day. Today’s price of $100 is the lowest this model has ever been.

These fryers do not use open flame so they’re much safer than having an open vat of boiling oil. You can set it on the counter and start cooking. This large model accommodates up to a 14-pound bird, three pounds of wings, and a large seafood fry so it’ll be useful all year.

This KRUPS Belgian Waffle Maker has been selling for $50 for the last 6 months, but you can take it home for just $39 today.

It wasn’t listed as one of our readers’ favorite waffle makers, but does have all the features of your favorites like removable, dishwasher-safe plates, adjustable temperature, and a light that tells you when your waffle is ready. So you can skip paying a bunch of money for brunch at a restaurant and fire this baby up at home.

If you need some new tools for your collection, or just want to cross some DIY enthusiasts off your holiday shopping list, Amazon’s currently taking $25 off basically any $100+ DEWALT purchase (shipped and sold by Amazon directly). This applies to thousands of items, ranging from the smallest accessories to power tool bundles, so you should have no trouble finding what you need.

Typically selling for $14, you can grab yourself a two-pack of Amazon’s best-selling silicone baking mats for $10.

If you haven’t used one before, you should now that nothing will stick to these. They’re made of silicone, flexible, and fit onto standard-sized baking sheets, making clean up a breeze. Plus, since you won’t be baking nonstick spray into your cookie sheets, they’ll look like new for longer.

In addition to being bestsellers, these mats boast a near-perfect 4.7-star rating with almost 2,000 reviews.

The Krinner Christmas Tree Genie carries a 4.7 star rating and an Amazon top seller badge, and it’s easy to see why. It can adjust to hold trunks between 1" and 7" in diameter, it closes with the press of a foot pedal, and even features a built-in water level indicator so your tree doesn’t dry out as quickly as your holiday spirit.

$80 isn’t chump change, but it is the best price of 2017 on a product that you’ll reuse year after year, so it’s probably something worth investing in.

We see our fair share of deals on air compressors and car battery jump starters, but these discounted Stanley gadgets can do both. I’ve had one in my trunk for years, and it’s saved me from a dead battery on more than one occasion. Plus, being able to inflate my tires at home is so much less stressful than finding a bunch of quarters and driving to a gas station.

You might not have an immediate need for a pressure washer, but if you own a home, it’s a useful thing to stash in the back or your garage. For a limited time, Amazon’s marked down a popular GreenWorks washer down to $98 for Prime members, within $9 of an all-time low. Just be sure to get yours before this deal is blasted away.

A lot of people are reflexively appalled by the idea of a bidet, which makes no sense, because they’re amazing. Today on Amazon, you can score one from Oak Leaf for $22 with promo code LRBL9CPC, one of the best prices we’ve ever seen on one of these.

That’s basically nothing for a product you’ll use (hopefully) every day, but this deal could sell out any time though, so purchase or get off the pot.

Sugarfina makes fancy candy. Fancy candy that is priced to be fancy. But the Champagne Bears are phenomenal, the packaging is top-notch, and sometimes you just really need to treat yourself. Even better, Sugarfina is having a Friends & Family sale where basically all of it is 20% off with the code SUGARFAM. You’re welcome.

P.S.: They also make really, really great gifts, especially when you create a Candy Bento Box.

This 3-pack of measuring cups normally sells for $20, but it’s just $16 today, which is a really good deal when you consider that one cup alone usually costs $8.

OXO makes measuring cups with the measurements conveniently angled so you can read how much you have by looking down into the cup, rather than squatting to get level with the counter. I have had these cups for years and they still look brand new, just make sure if you’re going to put them in the dishwasher, put them on the top rack.

Our readers have bought thousands of entry-level Roomba 650s, but today we’ve spotted an all-time low price on the upgraded 690, which adds a few much-needed features.

As far as vacuuming performance goes, this should be essentially identical to the 650; the difference all comes down to connectivity. Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to schedule and start the Roomba from anywhere via a smartphone app, or even control it with your voice via Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

I know “smart” features on a lot of products are basically just an excuse to charge more, but as a Roomba owner, I think these make a ton of sense. I can tell you from experience that programming a Roomba without an app is something I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy, and the ability to start it remotely means you can run the Roomba while you’re out of the house, and come back to clean floors.

Today’s $275 deal is an all-time low, and a match for what we were expecting to see on Black Friday, so there’s no reason to wait.

Update: The high-end Roomba 980 has also dropped to its Black Friday price of $799 a little early. Needless to say, that is not cheap, but compared to the 690, it’s a significantly stronger vacuum, and has a suite of sensors that can map your house, and even show you on an app which rooms it’s cleaned, and which it still needs to get to.

Update 2: If you don’t need Wi-Fi, the Roomba 650 (which is mostly identical to the 690, save for the smartphone and Alexa integration) is down to an all-time low $250 now.

Forget trying to find quarters under your car seat and paying way too much for 3 minutes of air, and get this $16 tire inflator with code UG4JAQAG. You can fill up your tires whenever and wherever you please for free. Keeping your tires properly inflated helps improve gas mileage so this guy will basically pay for itself. It would also be great for bike tires.

Put a lid on almost anything with this 7 pack of silicone stretch lids. They expand over your bowls, pans, and containers to create an air-tight, leak-proof seal and are way easier than using sticky plastic wrap. They’re dishwasher safe and the reviews on these are pretty solid. At $14 today, this is the rock-bottom price we’ve seen so it shouldn’t too much of a stretch on your wallet.

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When it comes to having a corner on the market, nothing really compares to Nike. And right now, use the code EPIC25 and take an extra 25% off their sale styles for both men and women. Everything you could need for a good workout wardrobe is included, from apparel, to sneakers, to gear.

Flannels are great but for some reason are never priced reasonably enough to warrant a new one (even if the one you have has holes in the elbows). But alas! Uniqlo has them marked down to only $20, both men’s and women’s styles. You don’t need to be a hipster or a lumberjack to wear these, I promise (unless you are one, then cool).

Joe’s New Balance is the premiere online outlet for...New Balance shoes, obviously. Right now, they’re marking down their Men’s Trailbuster Re-Engineered to just $40 when you use the code KINJATBT. These “mountain-inspired running shoes” were made for the trails, or for looking good on the streets. Either way, $40 for a pair of sneakers is something you should be taking advantage of.

If reliability is something you crave in a pair of shoes (if it isn’t, you may need to reconsider), I bet you have Cole Haan in your closet. And if you’re looking for a new pair but don’t want to spend the normal asking price, Cole Haan is taking 30% off their entire site, no code needed. Finally get a pair of ZERØGRAND’s (or the newer 2.ZERØGRAND’s) or waterproof boots that you’ll probably need in less than a month.

20% off Mavericks products with code 20OFFNOV2017

Mavericks makes some of our favorite men’s shaving cream and grooming supplies, and you can save 20% on the item of your choice today with promo code 20OFFNOV2017.

Shane has been using Mavericks for awhile, and they sent me a few products to try a few weeks ago. After and entire life of dragging a soapy loofa across my face in the shower, their BUFF and WASH products have been a revelation.

REI is about to make you that more inclined to get outside. Right now, you can grab up to 30% off gear from Patagonia, Arc’teryx, Sorel, REI C-Op, and more during their Gear Up, Get Out sale. There’s everything from camping, to paddling, to hiking, to cycling, and everything in between. It’ll take some time to sort through everything, so you’d better get started now.

Plus, if you’re a member, use the code GEARUP20 and get 20% off any single full-price item, and an extra 20% off any REI Garage item.

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9300 [White], $140 after $30 coupon

The Philips Sonicare DiamondClean attempts to fix the biggest problem with every other electric toothbrush: The person operating it.

I know people are skeptical about Bluetooth-connected apps for devices that have existed without them for decades, but the Sonicare app is actually really cool. From Shane’s Gear review:

It’s good then the app is amazing, and changes the toothbrushing game if you actually use it. The Connected app tracks where you’re brushing (and not brushing), how long you brush for, where you’re using too much force, and more. The app will also keep track of when you need to replace brush heads, and your dentist can even use the app to view your brushing data and make notes of where you need to make changes.

In terms of the brush itself, you get basically every feature under the sun—this is the top-of-the-line in the Sonicare family, after all—including that awesome wireless charging cup.

When it comes to figuring out what your skin needs, Dr. Brandt skincare is where it’s at, plus they know how to work a viral internet product. Their magnetic face mask blew up across blogs and Instagram stories, and right now you can pick it up, plus anything else you could need, for 45% off with the code VIP45.

“No-iron shirts” have been around for so long that it seems almost ridiculous to buy anything else. Twillory takes that notion one step further by taking that no-iron notion and adding a bespoke feel.

Their holiday deals just officially went live with the following codes:

  • Two shirts for $89 with code SAVE2 (~$45 per shirt)
  • Four shirts for $169 with code SAVE4 (~$42 per shirt)
  • Five shirts for $199 with code SAVE5 (~$40 per shirt)

Those codes should work with all the shirts they sell, so mix, match, and get creative. Shane reviewed these shirts over on Gear, so head over there to learn about what makes them so great.

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The perfect gift for the Fast & Furious fan in your life is down to an all-time low price today. You get the first seven films (not Fate of the Furious) for $32, all wrapped up in a really cool limited edition box.

If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits $17... you’re going to see some serious shit.

Need a mushy, kissing-in-the-rain kind of love story to make your holiday travel feel like it’s going by a little faster? Then look no further. An audiobook version of Nicholas Sparks’ The Notebook is just $4 today.

At $8 per month for Prime members, Amazon Music Unlimited was already more affordable than Spotify Premium or Apple Music, but Amazon’s sweetening the pot for new members by offering three months for just $1, for a limited time.

This is one of the best deals they’ve ever offered on the service, so if you haven’t signed up for Music Unlimited before, what’s $.33 per month to try it out?

Note: This link only seems to work on desktop browsers, sorry!

If you own a 4K Blu-ray player (or an Xbox One S), here’s one of the best deals we’ve seen for building up your movie library. Just pick any three films out of the 145 on this Amazon page, and no matter what they cost individually, you’ll only pay $50 at checkout (so long as they’re all shipped and sold by Amazon directly). Most of them also include regular Blu-ray discs, and digital copies too.

My picks, based on both quality of the film and how much they’d benefit from a 4K upgrade: The Martian, Mad Max Fury Road, and Star Trek, though I could be talked into Ex Machina.

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$8 is cheaper than a lot of standard sized mouse pads, but today, that gets you a massive 2.5' x 1' model that can accommodate your keyboard as well. So luxurious! Just be sure to use promo code SDXOQM76 at checkout to save a couple bucks.

The Humble Monthly subscription plan delivers you a selection of new games (to keep!) every month, gives you 10% off everything in the Humble Store, and donates 5% of each month’s proceeds to charity.

This month, they’re kicking things off with H1Z1, plus some free loot boxes, in addition to whatever indie games they roll out throughout the month. These gamesare yours to keep with any level membership, even if you cancel it later, so there’s not much downside here.

I’ll never understand how, in 2017, Microsoft still ships Xbox One controllers without built-in rechargeable batteries, but at least there’s an easy fix. Get two battery packs and a charging cradle for $17 today with promo code OFE7IBLD. You don’t have to use the cradle if you don’t want to; any microUSB cable will do the job.

Update: Back in stock!

LEGO’s brand new Women of NASA set just launched, and we suspect it’ll be hard to find this holiday season. So if you want one for yourself, or to give as a gift, blast off to Amazon and get your order in.

The Humble Care Package Bundle is a little different than what you’re used to. There’s only one tier, it costs $30, and availability is limited. In fact, it could very well sell out today. But that gets you a whopping 27 different PC games, including gems like Pyschonauts, Shadowrun Returns, Stardew Valley, and Starbound, just for starters.

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