Key Highlights
- Black Friday 2025 has seen early discounts from major brands including Apple, Nike, and Asda.
- The Independent’s IndyBest team is tracking the best deals across beauty, tech, home products, and more.
- IndyBest offers practical tips to avoid overspending during Black Friday sales.
- Dedicated guides for specific categories like air fryers and laptops provide curated lists of discounts.
Black Friday 2025: Early Deals Emerge as the Shopping Season Heats Up
The much-anticipated Black Friday shopping season is officially underway, with early discounts beginning to surface from major retailers. According to Alice Reynolds of The Independent’s IndyBest, consumers are already seeing substantial reductions on tech gadgets, fashion items, and home essentials.
Early Discounts from Major Brands
Brands such as Apple, Gymshark, The White Company, and more have started offering early Black Friday deals. For instance, the iPhone 16 Pro is available for £898 at Selfridges, a £101 discount from its original price of £999.
Technology Deals Abound
In the tech sector, there are numerous savings. The Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra headphones, which usually retail for £449, are now available for £299.95 at Selfridges. According to IndyBest’s senior tech critic Alex Lee, these headphones offer excellent noise cancellation and rich sound quality.
Health and Fitness Products on Sale
The health and fitness sector is also seeing early discounts. The Daewoo actuate smart AI air fryer, which has won the top spot in expert reviews, is currently at its lowest price of £59.99 for Black Friday.
IndyBest’s Tips to Avoid Overspending
To help consumers navigate the sale effectively, IndyBest provides practical tips on how to avoid overspending. The team advises shoppers to prioritize their needs and decide which products they truly want before making purchases.
Dedicated Guides for Specific Categories
For those seeking specific deals, IndyBest offers dedicated guides covering various categories such as air fryers, laptops, and beauty items. For instance, the best deals on laptops are curated by tech expert Steve Hogarty, providing a list of top models from Apple, Microsoft, Dell, Asus, and more.
When is Cyber Monday?
Cyber Monday, traditionally the last official day of Black Friday sales, falls on 1 December this year. This gives shoppers one final opportunity to take advantage of deals that were missed during the initial sale.
Alice Reynolds concludes by reminding consumers that while the deals are enticing, it’s crucial to buy wisely and only what is truly needed. “With so many great deals available,” she notes, “it’s important to ensure you’re making purchases based on genuine needs rather than just the allure of discounts.”
