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Getting the Best Black Friday Deals at Best Buy

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Whenever I think of Black Friday, that Steely Dan song gets stuck in my head like an earworm. Just me?

To most of the country, however, Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year, conjuring up images of incredible savings if you can outwit outlast and outsmart the crowds.

My earliest Black Friday memories involve standing in line with my Mom before dawn with a thermos of coffee and fried egg sandwiches while we planned what toys we would get to surprise my younger sister, what tech to get Dad and just enjoying the overall giddiness and fun.

Being a technophile, I am eagerly awaiting the deals at Best Buy It’s one of my favorite stores and one where you can find awesome prices on most in-demand tech products from 4K HDR TVs to gaming consoles, smartphones, laptops and more. Some of their deals have already been released while others will start on Thanksgiving Day, November 28.

I’ve been needing a new laptop for work and have been holding out for months because with enough patience and perseverance you can really score and still have money left over for eggnog. I know that the latest MacBook Air will be on sale at Best Buy along with the Surface Pro 7 and Amazon’s Kindle Paperwhite e-reader. If you’re looking for a new smartphone, whether it be the iPhone 11Pro, Samsung’s Galaxy Note 10 Plus or the Google Pixel 4, Black Friday is the time to get huge discounts.

I also have my eye on a microwave with an air fryer built in, a new juicer, and I’m also looking to pick up some new headphones from Beats or Sony.  I’m always amazed at the variety and excellent prices at Best Buy.

Over the years, I’ve learned some tips and tricks to maximize success, including getting enough sleep beforehand so you’re not dragging when it comes to finding the best deals:

Have a list ready of those you are buying for and desired gifts. Although it’s fun to shop spontaneously as well, being prepared makes sure you don’t miss anyone or anything.

Do your research beforehand. For example, if you’re looking for a laptop, check out the specs and features. Get an idea of prices so that you’ll know if you’re really getting a good deal. Read reviews and talk to friends before Black Friday.

Have clear notes in your phone so you can refer to them quickly when needed.

One of my crucial tips is to always check online before Black Friday. Even though you may not have time to sift through every ad and stay updated to items as they pop up, trust me, there are people who do this. Find a favorite site that will keep you updated on the Best Black Friday Deals at Best Buy This has led me to the most amazing finds, sales, discounts, coupons and coupon codes.

And, above all, don’t get too stressed out. Remember, there’s always CyberMonday!

Make Cleaning Easy with the BISSELL CrossWave Cordless Max

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I love a clean home but I’m not always up for all that entails. With my hardwood floors, mopping isn’t enough and neither is vacuuming, but, when I can combine the two, I’m a happy person. I get the efficiency of the newest tech and more time to spend doing the things I truly love.

With a family and pets, cleaning seems like a constant job which is why I’m loving the new BISSELL CrossWave Cordless Max because I can vacuum and wash my floors at the same time with unlimited mobility and freedom. Improved edge cleaning easily picks up pet hair that gathers along baseboards and in corners of my home.

I get up to 30 minutes of cordless cleaning power with a 36V lithium ion battery and multi-surface cleaning means it’s safe and effective for use on tile, sealed wood floors, laminate, linoleum, rubber floor mats, pressed wood floors, and more. It can even refresh your area rugs.

Thanks to Two-Tank Technology that keeps clean water and formula separate from dirty water and dry debris, I get much better performance than with all the mops that promised clean floors but left traces of dirt no matter how much effort I put in. All I got from them was a sore back.

I’m also loving the Wi-Fi connected capabilities and the BISSELL Connect app which provide helpful alerts, maintenance tracking and usage tips.

Buy BISSELL®, Save Pets

Right now, BISSELL will donate $10 to BISSELL Pet Foundation® for each CrossWave® Cordless Max purchase upon activation. Just visit http://BISSELL.com/pets to register your device & BISSELL will make the donation.

Sounds like the perfect gift for the holidays or any day! Learn more and get yours at Best Buy.

This post is sponsored by Best Buy. All opinions are my own.

Upgrade to the new Breville Combi Wave 3-in-1

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I’m always on the lookout for cutting edge kitchen appliances but dislike when they take up all my counter space, which is why I’m loving the new Breville Combi Wave 3-in-1 Microwave. It’s a combination Microwave that Air Fries and is a convection oven all in one.

This means you can air fry (crunchy fries, brussel sprouts, zucchini, chicken wings), bake or roast (whole chickens, lasagna, fudge brownies) or simply microwave with precise and even heat distribution.

The Combi has a 80% quieter soft close door – so no more microwave slams! It’s also 50% quieter while in operation so you can have your stealthy late-night snack. It even comes with a child lock. Super clever!

The “Fast Combi” function of the Combi Wave 2-in-1 is designed to cook your favorite dishes faster using Microwave, Convection Oven and Grilling to achieve the desired temperature and perfect results in less time. Powered by the Element iQ system, smart algorithms steer power to where and when it’s needed to create the ideal cooking environment.

Compact, versatile, beautifully designed and equipped with smart tech, the ingenious Breville Combi Wave 3-in-1 is the perfect holiday gift for yourself or someone you love!

Learn more and get yours now at Best Buy: https://bby.me/ehh4s.

 

This is a sponsored post, written by me, on behalf of Best Buy. All opinions are my own.

Back to school with the Jetson Quest Electric Scooter

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It’s back-to-school season and the sun is shining while the weather begins to cool. If you’re looking for energy efficient transportation for your student, the Jetson Quest Electric Scooter will give them an easy and fun way to get to and around campus.

Avoid the traffic and catch a smooth ride with the Jetson Quest Scooter’s sleek design. The 250W hub motor lets you travel up to 18 miles at 15mph, while the bright LED headlight and deck lights support nighttime travel.

The solid tires are specially engineered to absorb shock when you’re riding on roads and sidewalks while the LED display clearly shows battery life, current speed and more. Ultra-bright LED headlight and taillights make your evening ride more comfortable and safe.

Personally, I think this is great for anyone 13 and up, including adults who want a new way to cruise around the neighborhood or to the local coffeehouse.

When you’re done, just use the easy-fold system to conveniently stow away this Jetson Quest electric scooter in your car’s trunk or underneath a desk.

Shop this and more electric scooters plus electric bikes and boards at Best Buy

Ride Responsibly:
The purchaser and rider of this product are responsible for knowing and obeying all state and local regulations regarding the use of this product. It is highly encouraged that you read and follow the product instructions including all safety precautions and use protective gear. Protective gear can be found at Best Buy.

Better Sound with Bose Speakers at Best Buy

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The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

 

After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music. – Aldous Huxley

I love silence. But, I also love music and sound! Listening to my favorite songs whether Dylan or Bowie, watching my favorite movies like Pan’s Labyrinth, or listening to the sound of the rain, I’m transported.

If your’re an audiophile like me and love the latest connected home products, you’ll love the new Bose® family of smart speakers and soundbars.

With superior Bose sound, the entertainment possibilities are unlimited. The new Bose family of smart speakers and soundbars has built-in voice control from Amazon Alexa that puts millions of songs in easy reach. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth compatibility, you can wirelessly stream whatever you want, whenever and however you want. Plus, future software updates will add new features.


Control goes way beyond voice. Enjoy one-touch access to the music you love or manage it all from the Bose Music app.

 

Want more music in more rooms? The new Bose family of smart speakers and soundbars works together. The Bose Soundbar 700, designed to be the world’s best soundbar, delivers an unmatched combination of sophisticated design and exceptional crisp, clear sound. The stylish Bose Soundbar 500 has a thin profile that fits discreetly under your TV, while its powerful acoustics fill the room with sound. And the Bose Home Speaker 500 delivers the widest sound of any smart speaker.

Feel the full power of your favorite music, movies and TV shows. With Amazon Alexa built in, your favorite music is just a voice away.

Hey Alexa, “Play Isn’t She Lovely”

 

Get yours at Best Buy today!

 

Cut the Cord with Google Chromecast!

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The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

 

As the weather cools down, I know that we’ll be spending a lot more time indoors. I’m actually really looking forward to this and a break from rushing around.  I’m dreaming of curling up on our couch with warm blankets, a bowl of Heirloom popcorn, and a mug of Earl Grey tea, watching my favorite shows on our big screen tv.

We’ve cut the cord on cable, realizing that it didn’t fit our needs and was way too expensive. The shows we love most are often on streaming services and while we can watch them on our phones or laptop, it’s wonderful to have them on the big screen as well now.

Are you looking for a simple affordable way to stream video content straight to your TV? If so, the Google Chromecast Streaming Media player is for you. It easily plugs into your TV’s HDMI port granting you access to your favorite streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, HBO Now and others. You can also watch movies, shows, live TV, and photos streaming on your TV from all your family’s devices.

You can even give Chromecast vocal commands through Google Assistant.

Using Chromecast is simple: Plug Chromecast into the HDMI port on your TV to power and stream your favorite entertainment right from your phone with just a tap. Watch shows, listen to playlists, and more. And while streaming, you can still use your phone as you normally do.

So why not upgrade your tv now? Expand your home entertainment without buying a new TV. In fact, it’s so affordable you can get one for every TV in the house! I love mine. Enjoy!

New Sony Unlocked Mobile Phones available at Best Buy!

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The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free

My college-aged nephew’s birthday is this week and I’ve been searching for the perfect gift to let him know how special he is and has always been to me. Time passes like the flash of a hummingbird’s wings, and I still remember holding him the first day my sister brought him home.

I wanted to get him something so that he could record all his own special moments and that would make it easy for him to always be in touch. Today, I found the perfect gift, a new Sony unlocked mobile phone at Best Buy!

Best Buy has two new phones available with amazing displays and advanced cameras! So exciting!

 

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The Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra

Only available at Best Buy!  This amazing new phone has a gorgeous borderless 6″ edge-to-edge Full HD display to provide you with an extraordinary mobile viewing experience.

I’m truly loving the cameras, not one, but two outstanding ones. This phone features the new 23MP main camera previously found only on Sony’s flagship smartphones and a 16MP front-facing camera upgraded to include a 23mm wide-angle lens. You’ll get high-quality performance for better photos, videos, and internet and social browsing connectivity.

 

 

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The Sony Xperia XZ Premium

This phone has the latest tech including a 4K HDR Display (the first of its kind in a smartphone!) and a Super Slow motion Camera. You have to check this out! The 19 MP main camera comes with the world’s first Motion Eye camera system, featuring Predictive Capture to help you get just the exact right shot, and Super Slow motion video recording, which captures the experience in ways no other smartphone is capable of doing.

Just imagine catching the perfect wave crashing against the rocks, early morning drops of dew on a leaf, champagne bursting out of the bottle at a celebration and your dog running on the beach all in slow motion. There is so much that we can miss as life’s moments go by so fast.

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium’s high-level performance is supported by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor which performs exceptionally for watching 4K HDR videos or playing the latest PlayStation games on PS4 Remote Play.

These unlocked phones work with the following major carriers – AT&T, Verizon and Cricket.

So, check out the new Sony Xperia Unlocked Phones at Best Buy and don’t miss a moment!

 

 

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