Black Friday is a great time to save on big-ticket items like 4K TVs, laptops, and headphones. But if you’re on a tight budget this holiday season, there are plenty of worthwhile deals on practical upgrades for $50 or less — think power banks, smart speakers, location trackers, and entry-level earbuds that punch above their weight. And, yeah, you can save on video games, too, even first-party Nintendo Switch titles.
If you have an extensive wish list to get through, this guide can help you check off a lot of boxes without draining your wallet. Microsoft’s Xbox Wireless Controller, for instance, is a great gift for multiplatform gaming. If you’re looking for a way to spend cozy nights, you can also save on a 4K version of Peter Jackson’s masterful Lord of the Rings trilogy. Then there’s UE’s Miniroll speaker and the noise-canceling CMF Buds Pro 2, which will let you take your holiday playlist on the go. There are a lot of great choices on sale below… if you act fast.
