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Best Black Friday tech deals heading into Cyber Monday: MacBook, iPad - Mashable

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Black Friday weekend is in full swing — because, let's face it, deals don't just last one day anymore. 

We've gone through all the major retailers to scope out the best deals across the tech spectrum and there are some pretty killer deals on laptops, TVs, headphones, smartphones, tablets, and gaming devices heading into day two. 

Rather than making you go through pages and pages of deals, we're offering you a condensed list of all of the best ones. We just like you that much.

SEE ALSO: What's the difference between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, anyway?

So, enjoy your holiday weekend and happy shopping!

Best laptop deals

All the best Black Friday tech deals: MacBooks, 4K TVs, headphones

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The laptop deals we're most hyped about are the MacBook Pro deals at Best Buy. Select models are $200 or $300 off and they come with a year free of Apple TV+ and three months free of Apple Music. MacBook deals can be pretty hit or miss, so it's good to see a solid hit, especially on the new MacBooks Pros with Touch Bar. There's also a MacBook Air model that's $200 off at Best Buy.


Best TV deals

All the best Black Friday tech deals: MacBooks, 4K TVs, headphones

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Bigger is not always better when it comes to TVs. Sure, an 85-inch TV sounds awesome until it's time to figure out where you can actually fit it in your home. (If you have that kind of space, then congrats, no need to flex.) We're loving the TCL 50-inch 4K Roku TV on sale at Walmart for $249.99, saving you $230, proving that you don't have to drop a small fortune for a decently sized 4K smart TV.


Best headphone deals

All the best Black Friday tech deals: MacBooks, 4K TVs, headphones

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Sennheiser might not be the first name that pops into your mind when you think of headphones, but it's definitely a brand to watch. Sennheiser's HD 4.50 SE wireless noise-canceling headphones are a pretty stellar audio accessory. And $79.95 (their Black Friday price) is a really great price to pay for a decent pair of noise-canceling headphones from a reputable brand.


Best smartphone deals

All the best Black Friday tech deals: MacBooks, 4K TVs, headphones

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Google is winning the smartphone Black Friday game. Pixel phones are up to $350 off — even the new Pixel 4 is on sale. Let's see Apple do that.


Best tablet deals

All the best Black Friday tech deals: MacBooks, 4K TVs, headphones

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How much you should spend on a tablet depends on what you're going to use it for. If you're an artist or designer, the more advanced iPad Pro is probably the better option for you. But if you just want a tablet as another screen to watch Netflix, browse Twitter, or play Candy Crush we recommend the standard iPad, which happens to be $80 off for Black Friday.


Best gaming deals

All the best Black Friday tech deals: MacBooks, 4K TVs, headphones

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Most of the gaming deals we're seeing are console/game bundles. One of our favorites is the Xbox One X 1TB and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Bundle at $150 off for a discounted price of $349.99. OK, maybe we just have Baby Yoda on our minds.

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Amazon’s huge Cyber Weekend sale starts today – here’s a massive preview - BGR

Black Friday 2019 was a week-long affairat Amazon, and the deals were absolutely insane. Actually, we shouldn’t be using past tense becuase many of the best deals are still going — and they’re still insane! Highlights include deep discounts on AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro, big savings on SanDisk microSD cards up to 512GB, rock-bottom prices on TVs from Samsung, Sony, LG , and more, the lowest prices we’ve ever seen on iPads (the new 10.2-inch iPad is cheaper today than it was on Black Friday!), the best-selling Instant Pot on the planet for $49, secret Apple Watch Series 5 deals (additional discounts applied at checkout), an awesome Nintendo Switch console deal you can’t get anywhere else, deep discounts on PlayStation 4 consoles and games as well as discounted PlayStation Plus 12-month membership codes, and more. On top of that, there are three deals that actually get you free money from Amazon!

While the deep discounts will continue to roll in for another whole week, the name of this annual sales event will change a few times. That’s right, Black Friday just became Cyber Weekend, and Amazon has released a huge preview of the deals you can look forward to. Check out Amazon’s full press release below with a giant preview of all the deals, and then head over to Amazon’s big Cyber Weekend hub to check out even more deep discounts available right now.

Here’s the Deal: A Sneak Peek at Amazon’s Biggest Cyber Monday Deals Weekend Ever

Amazon kicks-off a full weekend of Cyber Monday deals on November 30, with new deals all day, every day and deeper discounts than ever before, including on Cyber Monday.

Customers can get an Echo Dot for just $22 or Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote for just $19.99, save $100 on PS4 PRO, save up to 45% on HAUS LABORATORIES by Lady Gaga Limited Time kits, save up to 80% on Kindle bestselling books, save 30% on select Hasbro Games, NERF, FurReal toys, and more.

SEATTLE – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Nov. 25, 2019 – (NASDAQ: AMZN) – It’s back! Amazon today released a preview of its deals for Cyber Monday – that special day when customers can find incredible deals in every department, all day long. This year, shoppers will find deeper discounts than ever before and more Deals of the Day than last Cyber Monday, with extra savings on top trending gifts, top quality selection, and more. Plus, to celebrate, Amazon is again offering amazing deals all weekend long leading into Cyber Monday – there will be thousands of deals beginning on November 30 and through December 2, on categories from fashion to toys, electronics, home, luxury beauty, books, active lifestyle and more. All weekend long and on Cyber Monday itself, shoppers will discover deals including $22 for an Echo Dot, $19.99 for a Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote, up to 35% off on Lacoste clothing, shoes, accessories, and home, up to 30% off on LEGO and select building toys and more – in addition to having more ways to shop and fast, free and convenient delivery options.

According to the National Retail Federation, more than 68 million shoppers plan to take advantage of deals and promotions this Cyber Monday – and Amazon won’t disappoint with Cyber Monday deals on top toys, TVs, gaming consoles, seasonal styles and much more on the Amazon App or by visitingamazon.com/cybermonday. Customers can also shop onsmile.amazon.com/cybermonday to find the same amazing deals and Amazon shopping experience, with the added bonus that AmazonSmile will donate a portion of the purchase price of eligible products to a charity of your choice.

On top of the wide selection of deals and discounts available throughout Amazon’s weekend of Cyber Monday deals, customers can also find select one-time-only deals from top-tier and most-loved brands across electronics, home, fashion, beauty, toys and more. These deals are expected to sell out, with new one-time-only deals launching throughout the day on November 28 (Thanksgiving), November 29 (Black Friday) and December 2 (Cyber Monday).

CYBER MONDAY DEALS PREVIEW: SAVINGS ALL WEEKEND LONG

Below is a selection of the top deals and products that will be available on various dates and times between November 30 and December 2, while supplies last at amazon.com/cybermonday orsmile.amazon.com/cybermonday, on the Amazon App or by simply asking, “Alexa, what are my deals?” Spanish speakers can browse online and shop via Alexa using Spanish language or multi-lingual mode on supported Echo and Alexa Built-in Devices.

Amazon Devices

Amazon Brands

  • Save up to 50% on kids & baby clothing from Amazon Brands, including Amazon Essentials, Simple Joys by Carter’s, and Spotted Zebra
  • Save up to 30% on clothing for the family from Amazon Brands, including Amazon Essentials, Daily Ritual, and Goodthreads
  • Save 35% or more on microfiber sheets from AmazonBasics
  • Save up to 30% on bedding & bath for the family from AmazonBasics, Stone & Beam and Rivet
  • Save up to 30% on furniture from Rivet and Stone & Beam
  • Save up to 30% on kitchen electrics & housewares from AmazonBasics and Stone & Beam
  • Save up to 30% on luggage & travel from AmazonBasics
  • Save up to 30% on office furniture and supplies from AmazonBasics
  • Save up to 30% on phone accessories from AmazonBasics
  • Save up to 35% on mattresses & bed frames from AmazonBasics
  • Save 25% on household and personal care from Solimo
  • Save up to 25% on food and beverages from Amazon Fresh, Happy Belly and Wickedly Prime
  • Save up to 15% on beauty, vitamins, and supplements from Belei and Revly

Fashion

  • Save up to 40% on jeans from AG, Hudson, and more
  • Save up to 35% on Lacoste clothing, shoes, accessories, and home
  • Save up to 40% on Champion, Puma and more
  • Save up to 40% on New Balance shoes and apparel
  • Save up to 35% on Reebok footwear and apparel
  • Save up to 45% on Luggage sets from Columbia, Tommy Bahama, Delsey, and more
  • Save up to 35% on Ugly Christmas sweaters
  • Save up to 40% on Accessories from Tommy Hilfiger, Levi’s and more
  • Save up to 56% on select Ross-Simons jewelry
  • Save up to 30% on Jockey Basics
  • Save up to 50% on Cubcoats
  • Save up to 35% on Comfort shoes
  • Save up to 50% on Crocs for the whole family

Electronics

  • Save up to 30% on Headphones from Bose, Sony and other top brands
  • Save up to 25% on Home Theater Projectors
  • Save up to 25% on Samsung Galaxy S10/Note 10
  • Save on Samsung, Sony, and LG TVs
  • Save 30% on select cell phone cases
  • Save up to 25% on Jabra Elite Active 65t Earbuds
  • Save on the Google Pixel 3
  • Save up to 40% on Cameras, Telescopes, Binoculars
  • Save big on Nikon products
  • Save on Fujifilm Instax mobile printer
  • Save on Polaroid Snap Touch 2.0 Instant Print Camera
  • Save big on Sony cameras and lenses
  • Content Creator Savings on PC Devices and Accessories
  • Save big on select Chromebooks
  • Save up to 30% on Laptops, desktops and monitors
  • Save on PC Gaming laptops, desktops, monitors, components, and accessories
  • Deals to build your own custom PC
  • Save big on connected home products
  • Adobe Creative Cloud 40% off plus $10 gift card
  • Save 50% on H&R Block Tax Software
  • Save up to 60% on Brother printers
  • Save $100 on PS4 PRO
  • Save on Xbox One
  • Save 35% on Sindoh 3DWOX DP200 3D Printer
  • Save 15% on Monoprice MP10 Mini 3D Printer

Toys

  • Save 30% on select Hasbro games, NERF and FurReal toys
  • Save 30% on FurReal Plum, the Curious Panda (Amazon Exclusive)
  • Save 30% on select LEGO and building toys
  • Save $10 on L.O.L. Surprise! Winter Disco Bigger Surprise (Amazon Exclusive)
  • Save 20% on select Melissa & Doug toys
  • Save 20% on select Green Toys
  • Save on select toys and furniture from KidKraft
  • Save up to 35% on select Learning Resources toys
  • Save up to 30% on STEM toys from Osmo, National Geographic and Snapcircuits
  • Save up to 40% on select Capsule Chix, Pikmi Pops and Little Live Pets

Household, Kitchen & Home Furnishings

  • Save up to 35% on select furniture and mattresses
  • Save up to 35% on area rugs
  • Save up to 35% on gaming chairs & desks
  • Save on Instant Pot
  • Save on Breville Kitchen Appliances
  • Save on Nespresso
  • Save up to 15% on Aprilaire Whole House Humidifiers
  • Save 20% on First Aid Only 299 Piece All-Purpose First Aid Kit
  • Save 20% on Scott Essential Multifold Paper Towels
  • Save up to 30% on office furniture essentials
  • Save on Ninja Products
  • Save on SodaStream Machines
  • Save on Wusthof Cutlery
  • Save 20% on the Brother HC1850 Computerized Sewing and Quilting machine
  • Save up to 43% on the Ecovacs Ozmo 920
  • Save up to 45% on Sharpie, Paper Mate, and Elmer’s Slime
  • Save on Casper Mattresses

Smart Home & Home Improvement

  • Save up to 29% on NETGEAR Orbi Tri-Band Whole Home Mesh WIFI System
  • Save up to 25% on iRobot Roomba 675
  • Save up to 27% on iRobot 960
  • Save up to 30% on BLACK+DECKER
  • Save up to 20% on select DeWalt Best Sellers
  • Save 15% on NewAir Dual Zone Beverage Cooler
  • Save on Emerson Smart Thermostat and Echo Dot Bundle
  • Save up to 30% on Hunter Ceiling Fans
  • Save up to 15% on GE Profile Ice Maker
  • Save 35% on Dremel Rotary Bundle
  • Save up to 44% on GEARWRENCH Tools
  • Save up to 30% on August Home Smart Locks

Patio, Lawn & Garden

  • Save 35% on Cuisinart grills and accessories
  • Save 30% on the Greenworks 1700 PSI Pressure Washer
  • Save on the Poulan Pro Weed Eater
  • Save on Greenworks 40V Chainsaw with Battery
  • Save up to 50% on Aerogarden Harvest Elite

Audible, Music, Video & Books

  • Get 3 months of Kindle Unlimited for free – enjoy unlimited access to over 1 million books, popular magazines and thousands of books with Audible narration (offer valid for new subscribers only).
  • Get $5 back in eBook credit when you spend $20 on eBooks (activation required).
  • Save up to 80% on select Kindle bestselling books.
  • Get 30% off your first Prime Book Box, a children’s book subscription featuring handpicked favorites by the Amazon Book Editors. Offer valid for new subscribers only.
  • For a limited time, new members save 53% on the first 3 months of an Audible membership at $6.95 a month. Additional offers to be announced through the holiday season.
  • For a limited time, new Amazon Music Unlimited customers can get the best holiday deal in Amazon Music’s history – four months of the premium streaming tier for just $0.99, to enjoy unlimited access to more than 50 million songs, ad-free.
  • Current Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers in the US, UK, Germany and Japan can upgrade to the Family Plan free for two months, with access for up to six accounts.
  • Prime Video: 50% off Select Channels
  • Prime Video: 50% Off to Rent or Buy on New Release Movies
  • Eligible Prime members can purchase a Fire TV stick plus 2 month subscription to Showtime for $19.99.

Pets

  • Save 30% on select Greenies dog treats
  • Save 30% on Temptations cat treats
  • Save 30% on Cesar gourmet dog food
  • Save 32% on Embark Dog DNA Test for Breed Identification & Canine Genetic Health Screening
  • Save 33% on Furbo Treat Tossing Wifi Pet Camera
  • Save up to 30% on Nutro Dry Dog Food

Sports & Outdoors

  • Save 16% on GoSports Giant Wooden Toppling Tower
  • Save 35% on Coleman Portable Butane Stove
  • Save 35% on Segway Ninebot S Smart Self-Balancing Electric Transporter
  • Save 40% on ReelSonar Wireless Bluetooth Smart Fish Finder
  • Save 25% on LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
  • Save big on NordicTrack cardio equipment
  • Save up to 40% on Outdoor Essentials
  • Save up to 35% on electric and kids bikes, scooters, & more
  • Save $1,000 on Elby 9-speed electric bikes
  • Save 20% on Retrospec longboards, bikes, and helmets
  • Save on Roller Derby inline and roller skates
  • Save 35% on Intex inflatable kayaks
  • Golf clubs as low as $99
  • Save up to 45% on Basketball equipment, clothing, and accessories

Beauty & Grooming

  • Save up to 47% on Philips Norelco shavers and groomers
  • Save up to 45% on HAUS LABORATORIES by Lady Gaga Limited Time kits
  • Save up to 40% on select skin care, cosmetics and fragrances
  • Save up to 48% on select beauty hair care and grooming appliances
  • Save 20% or more on Braun electric razors for men
  • Save on select Differin and Cetaphil products
  • Save up to 40% on luxury & professional beauty products & select devices

Health and Personal Care

  • Save 50% on 23andMe Health + Ancestry Service
  • Save up to $60 on select Fitbit items
  • Up to 30% off Nutrition & wellness products
  • Save on Germ Guardian air purifier
  • Save on Body Fortress whey protein powder

Automotive

  • Save up to 36% on Chemical Guys 16-Piece Builder Wash Kit
  • 35% off NOCO Boost Plus UltraSafe Portable Lithium Car Battery Jumpstarter Pack

Baby

  • Save on Nanit smart baby monitor
  • Save on Fridababy mom & baby healthcare and grooming gift kit

Amazon Payments & Gift Cards

Amazon Business

  • Save up to 30% on laptops, desktops and monitors
  • Save up to 15% on select Georgia-Pacific PRO products
  • Save up to 15% on Clorox Professional product
  • Save on KOHLER faucets, fixtures, and more
  • Save up to 20% on Oreck Commercial XL Commercial Upright Vacuums

Small and Medium-sized Businesses on Amazon Handmade and Amazon Launchpad

  • Save 20% or more on Amazon Handmade products from around the world – shop deals and the gift guide at www.amazon.com/handmadegiftguide.
  • Save up to 40% on Trtl Travel Pillows
  • Save up to 35% on products from Cozy Comfort Company
  • Save 35% on MARLOWE. grooming products for men
  • Save 40% on Cabeau travel products
  • Save up to 35% on Select POW Audio Portable Wireless Speakers

Grocery and Gourmet

  • Save 20% or more on select Don Francisco’s coffee products
  • Save 30% on select Orgain products
  • Save 40% on Two Rivers hot cocoa sampler pack
  • Save 33% on Pukka Herbs tea holiday advent calendar

FIND GIFTS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST

Customers can shop Amazon’s biggest-ever selection of curated gift guides and exclusive storefronts this year, which offer gifting inspiration and more:

ENTERTAINMENT WHILE YOU SHOP

Customers can access a variety of festive entertainment benefits from Amazon Music, Prime Video and more while they shop this season.

Amazon Music is the source for hundreds of holiday playlists and only Amazon Music listeners can access new Amazon Original tracks to celebrate the holidays, featuring John Legend, Ellie Goulding and more. To get the party started, simply ask “Alexa, play holiday music,” in the Amazon Music mobile app for iOS and Android, and on all Alexa-enabled devices.

Customers can also ring in the holidays with The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show, a new Christmas themed special for Amazon Prime Video. The special will premiere globally Friday, November 29, paying tribute to holiday specials of the past whilst also reinventing just what a Christmas special can be, with a magically modern twist. We’ll also invite customers to celebrate the holidays all season long with the Prime Video Holiday Collection and catch up on movies the whole family will enjoy. This collection highlights many movies included with Prime such as the signature holiday classic It’s A Wonderful Life, along with new favorites such as Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You, The Snowy Day and Pete the Cat: A Groovy New Year. Prime Video also has countless holiday movies for rent or purchase including Elf, Home Alone, Love Actually, and Polar Express. Prime members can also subscribe to premium and specialty channels and watch even more holiday favorites.

DISCOVER EVEN MORE WAYS TO SHOP

In addition to amazon.com/cybermonday, customers can shop Amazon’s weekend of Cyber Monday Deals in the following ways:

  • Amazon.com in Spanish: Customers can visit amazon.com/espanol or use the Amazon App to shop, browse and search for millions of products, view their carts, and place orders in Spanish.
  • Amazon App: The Amazon App allows customers to conveniently shop for their holiday needs – anytime and anywhere. With low prices and new deals all day, every day this holiday season, customers can be sure to never miss out by setting Watch a Deal alerts using the Amazon App. Simply click, “Watch this Deal” on any item and receive a notification to your mobile phone when the deal is about to start. Plus, Prime members can take advantage of Prime Early Access and receive 30-minute early access on select Lightning Deals this holiday season.
  • Alexa Shopping: Customers can shop the latest deals with Alexa on an Echo device simply by asking, “Alexa, what are my deals?” Add to your Amazon wish list with Alexa by saying, “Alexa, add headphones to my wish list” and track packages and confirm your delivery date with Alexa by asking, “Alexa, where’s my stuff?” Starting November 17th, Alexa will not reveal names of items likely to be gifts when customers ask, “Alexa, where’s my stuff?” or read delivery notifications, to prevent spoiling surprises during the holiday season. Customers that prefer to never hear, or always hear item names can change their settings in the Alexa App. If an item is marked as a gift during checkout, Alexa will never reveal order details.
  • Amazon Business: Customers shopping for work can find year-end savings and deals for their business. From items for the workplace, including office and electronics, to new oven thermometers for food service professionals, Amazon Business offers deals for businesses across industries of all sizes. Visit amazon.com/holidayforbusiness. For more information and to sign up for a free business account, visit amazon.com/business.
  • Amazon Books: Whether customers want to discover a new book for the holidays, test-drive a device, or purchase Amazon Gift Cards, Amazon Books offers gifts for everyone. To find the store nearest you visit:amazon.com/stores.
  • Amazon 4-star: Designed around Amazon.com customers, Amazon 4-star stores feature products that are 4 stars and above, top sellers, new and trending, and most popular from top categories including devices, consumer electronics, toys, games, books, kitchen and home. To find the store nearest you visit: amazon.com/stores.
  • Amazon Live: Watch Amazon Live’s shoppable Cyber Monday livestream for demonstrations on the top deal products and cameo appearances from celebrities you love. Tune-in starting at 4am PST by visiting amazon.com/live.
  • Whole Foods Market: Prime members who shop at Whole Foods Market have access to a number of benefits year-round, like deep discounts on dozens of select popular products each week and an additional 10 percent off hundreds of in-store items. Additionally, Prime members in thousands of cities and towns can shop their local Whole Foods Market store using Amazon.com or the Amazon App.
  • Treasure Truck: Discover great gifts you never thought of on Treasure Truck. Opt-in by texting ‘TRUCK’ to 24193 and receive notifications for same-day offers – order the item and pick up at the truck the same day. This Cyber Monday, gift givers who act fast will find an incredible deal on a holiday-must-have kitchen item on the truck in select cities, while supplies last.
  • Woot!: Offers daily deals on customers’ favorite brands and free shipping for Prime members. Visit woot.com from November 30 through December 2 or download the Woot! App for ridiculously good deals.

SHOP WITH PURPOSE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Amazon is committed to making holiday giving and giving-back easier than ever.

  • AmazonSmile: To jump right into holiday shopping and support your favorite charitable organization at the same time, simply visitsmile.amazon.com/cybermonday. By starting with smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the same Amazon experience, with the added bonus that we’ll donate a portion of the purchase price of eligible products to a charity of your choice.
  • Charity Lists: Charity Lists give charitable organizations an easy way to create wish lists of products needed, while providing a convenient way for customers to donate these essential items directly to the causes. Customers are able to contribute items that are truly critical, to charities they care about, no matter how big or small. Customers can shop thousands of Charity Lists by visiting smile.amazon.com/charitylists, with new charities joining all the time.
  • (RED) Shopathon: For the third year, Amazon is offering a limited (RED) edition of the all-new Echo, available for pre-order now at amazon.com/REDand available for a limited time. For every Echo (RED) edition sold, Amazon will donate $10 to the Global Fund. Additionally, customers interested in supporting (RED)’s fight by donating to the cause can do so on Alexa-enabled devices by simply saying, “Alexa, donate to (RED).” In addition to the new (RED) Echo, Amazon is providing customers a single destination, Amazon.com/RED, to shop a huge array of products that give back, spanning tech, fashion, health & fitness, home & kitchen and travel.

SHIPPING AND DELIVERY MADE EASY

In addition to free delivery on more than 100 million items for all Amazon customers, Amazon has expanded its fast, free, and convenient delivery options for Prime members and customers this holiday season.

Fast and Reliable One-Day and Same-Day Delivery. Prime members in the U.S. can shop a selection of over 10 million items for Prime Free One-Day Delivery and millions of items available for Same-Day Delivery in 46 major metropolitan areas. These delivery options are not only convenient for customers – they’re better for the planet because One-Day and Same-Day deliveries ship from local fulfillment centers so they travel shorter distances and generate less carbon emissions. Not a Prime member yet? Join Prime or start a 30-day free trial at amazon.com/prime.

Ultrafast and FREE grocery delivery: Now Prime members get free and fast grocery delivery from Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market. Selection includes a variety of products for all your holiday needs from meat, seafood, produce, snacks, and household essentials, with options for fast one- and two-hour delivery windows. Prime members who live in one of the more than 2,000 cities and towns where grocery delivery is available can request an invitation to shop Amazon Fresh or Whole Foods Market delivery. Learn more atamazon.com/grocery.

Pick-up and delivery on your terms: This holiday season, customers can pick-up their packages at a number of Amazon Hub locations including thousands of in-store staffed Counter pickup points across the U.S. within Rite Aid, GNC and Stage stores, as well as at Health Mart independent pharmacies. Additionally, tens of millions of products can be easily and conveniently delivered to 900 cities and towns across the country via Lockeror Locker+. To find an Amazon Hub location, visit amazon.com/Hub. In addition, Prime members in 50 U.S. cities and surrounding areas can also enjoy secure, convenient package delivery with Key by Amazon (amazon.com/key).

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Starbucks has fired employee who gave Oklahoma officer order with 'PIG' printed on the label, company says - CNN

The Kiefer police officer went to the Starbucks in Glenpool on Thanksgiving day to pick up five drinks, CNN affiliate KTUL reported. Kiefer Chief Johnny O'Mara told the news station a customer pointed out the label on the cups to the officer.
"What irks me is the absolute and total disrespect for a police officer who, instead of being home with family and enjoying a meal and a football game, is patrolling his little town," O'Mara wrote in a Facebook post, where he shared a picture of a cup with the "PIG" label on it.
The coffee company called the incident "absolutely unacceptable" and said it is "deeply sorry to the law enforcement officer who experienced this."
"The Starbucks partner who wrote this offensive word on a cup used poor judgement and is no longer a partner after this violation of company policy," the statement read. "This language is offensive to all law enforcement and is not representative of the deep appreciation we have for police officers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe."
In a joint statement, Starbucks and Kiefer police said they're using the incident "as an opportunity to leverage our shared platforms to promote greater civility."
The company will meet with Kiefer police to discuss ways to work together, including by jointly hosting a Coffee with a Cop event at Starbucks for local law enforcement to meet with baristas and community members to discuss "the critical role dispatchers and police offers play in keeping our communities safe," the joint statement said.

CNN's Jamiel Lynch contributed to this report.

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Jumat, 29 November 2019

Black Friday Arrives Without the Mad Rush - The Wall Street Journal

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Suzanne Kapner
Black Friday shoppers sort through denim at Bass Pro Shops at Patriot Place in Foxboro, Mass. Photo: MARK STOCKWELL/Associated Press

The strength of the American consumer as a driving force behind the economy was on display during the annual Black Friday ritual, as shoppers headed to malls and visited websites looking for deals.

Buoying spending is a strong U.S. job market, where wages are growing, even for lower income workers, and a booming stock market, which is making the wealthy feel better off.

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Online sales on Thanksgiving Day were up 20% from a year ago and reached $2.1 billion as of 5 p.m. ET, according to Adobe Analytics, which tracks activity on thousands of websites. About 46% of those purchases were made on mobile devices, up from 34% a year ago, Adobe said.

Natalie Mendo, a 24-year-old student in Queens, N.Y., went shopping on Thanksgiving to see how the prices in her local mall stacked up against what she has seen online. “I’ll see if there’s anything really great,” she said at a crowded New York City mall. “If not, I’ll go home and do some Cyber Monday shopping.”

At Rolling Oaks Mall near San Antonio, a light stream of shoppers began appearing late Thursday night. A relaxed atmosphere gave way to mostly unhurried customers, though department stores such as Macy’s were more bustling than others.

Customers have frequented the indoor mall less as outdoor shopping centers with elegant restaurants have popped up nearby. On Thursday, some stores were visibly without a tenant, sitting empty and dark. While J.C. Penney Co. opened its doors as early as 2 p.m., other stores, such as Dillard’s and H&M, weren’t open as Black Friday festivities began.

“The mad rush isn’t here anymore,” said Reila Prose, a 40-year-old San Antonio-area resident who goes out each year during Black Friday. “The mall has dwindled. You can get everything online.”

The latest read from most retailers is that consumers continue to spend. Walmart Inc., Target Corp. , Best Buy Co. and Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. were among the chains reporting strong demand heading into the holidays. Even retailers that stumbled, such as Urban Outfitters Inc., said the consumer remains healthy.

The American consumer “is willing to spend when offered compelling products and the value is right,” Richard Hayne, Urban Outfitter’s chief executive, said on a conference call earlier this month. “We expect her to spend more this holiday than in years past.”

On Black Friday in 2018, more than 80% of online shopping carts were abandoned, according to research firm Barilliance. But retailers are hoping new pay buttons will help, and investors are paying close attention.

Comparison shopping and spending are moving online, especially during the holidays, but the majority of retail purchases are still made in stores. Retailers have responded by pushing deals earlier in the season. Most stores open their doors on Thanksgiving Day, pulling sales from Black Friday itself. And retailers roll out new online promotions the following Cyber Monday.

Before its 8 a.m. opening on Friday, about two dozen shoppers waited outside the entrances at International Plaza and Bay Street, a high-end mall in Tampa, Fla. Many people said they were planning to browse stores such as Nordstorm or grab coffee at Starbucks, and had no specific shopping plans.

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“It looks like an average weekend here,” said Lou Martinez, a physician standing in line at the Starbucks inside the mall. The 66-year-old said he is drawn to Black Friday because he likes to “come out where the crowd and commotion is,” but over the years he has noticed its dwindling relevance.

In the past, stores like Macy’s used to be “jam packed when they opened, and it was hard to find a parking spot,” he said. “Today I had no problem finding parking.”

Black Friday has lost some of its grip on shoppers, but retailers and researchers disagree just how much of the spending has shifted. Adobe estimates that online sales for Black Friday will reach $7.5 billion but be eclipsed by Cyber Monday, when it forecasts sales will reach $9.4 billion.

NPD Group, a research firm that analyzes receipts from more than 100,000 consumers, says Black Friday was the top shopping day for both in-store and online last year. “Early deals get some attention, but many consumers will wait for the real thing to get their holiday started,” said NPD analyst Marshal Cohen.

People shopping at a Tractor Supply Co. store in Ashtabula Township, Ohio, on Friday. Photo: Warren Dillaway/Associated Press

Some retailers weren’t ready for the spike in online shopping this year. Costco Wholesale Corp. extended its Thanksgiving Day-only online deals through Friday after the website slowed and some shoppers reported trouble checking out. “We apologize for any inconvenience,” Costco’s website said Friday morning.

Analysts and retailers are counting on the strong economy to prevent a repeat of last year, when spending got off to a strong start but slowed markedly in December over concerns of a government shutdown, a trade war and stock market turmoil.

For this year’s November-December period, the National Retail Federation expects retail sales to rise between 3.8% and 4.2% to between $727.9 billion and $730.7 billion. That is stronger than the 2.1% growth of last year, but less than the 5.2% increase in 2017. The figures exclude automobiles, gasoline and restaurants.

There are some worrying signs. While retail sales grew modestly in October, categories typically bought during the holidays such as clothing, electronics and recreational goods, reported declines.

Due to a late Thanksgiving, there are six fewer shopping days until Christmas.

“Given the unusually short holiday sales season, the softness in spending was particularly disappointing,” said Lydia Boussour, an economist with Oxford Economics, a research firm.

While some economists expect consumer spending to slow next year, they say there are few signs that shoppers are overextended the way they were heading into the last recession.

Household debt as a share of income is lower today than it was in 2008, and the savings rate remains high, hovering around 8%, according to James Bohnaker, economist at research firm IHS Markit. That compares with August 2005, when the savings rate was 2.7%.

“Consumers are still in a pretty good place,” Mr. Bohnaker said.

Shoppers waiting for the Black Friday opening of an At Home store in Frisco, Texas, on Friday. Photo: LM Otero/Associated Press

—Sebastian Herrera Khadeeja Safdar, Charity L. Scott and Sarah Nassauer contributed to this article.

Write to Suzanne Kapner at Suzanne.Kapner@wsj.com

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