Best Black Friday Amazon deals 2025: I'm tracking my favorite discounts live

Black Friday is a week away, but Amazon's Black Friday sale kicked off today. These are my favorite deals so far, like Govee outdoor lights for $200.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just around the corner. You can expect hundreds of discounts across nearly every category, including popular tech items like laptops, TVs, gaming consoles, tablets, and more. Lucky for you, if you're looking to get your holiday shopping done early, several retailers are already slashing prices, including one of the most popular retailers for fast shipping and a wide variety -- Amazon. Amazon's official Black Friday sale kicked off on Thursday, Nov. 20, ushering in over a week of seasonal savings. 

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As ZDNET's deals and shopping editor, I have a trained eye for the best offers on top tech, and our team of expert reviewers will continue to ...