With Black Friday in full swing, now is the perfect time to score yourself some accessories for less. If you're still using membrane keyboards and want to make the jump, or your current keyboard is looking a little worse for wear, you could do worse than grabbing the RK Royal Kludge, a very professional-looking keyboard that's perfect for getting work done. Plus with Black Friday's discount, you can pick one up with a nice 35% discount and save yourself some money.

It's Black Friday, so you know what that means: it's time to save some serious cash on PC hardware. If you're on the hunt for a new GPU, you'll be pleased to know that the GeForce RTX 50 series has finally come down in price after the big rush to grab them earlier this year.

When it comes to visual quality, it's very difficult to beat an OLED. Their per-pixel control enables true HDR and stunning motion clarity, but LCD panel technology has always had one major advantage over OLED, and that's longevity. The Achilles' heel of OLED, whether it's a QD-OLED or WOLED, is burn-in, and while it is inevitable to some degree, so is degradation on all kinds of displays. OLED burn-in should no longer be a concern for the vast majority of people, and here's why.

With the rise of smartphones pairing up with cars, there's a good chance you already depend on Android Auto to play music or find your way around. However, what if you want to make things wireless? That way, you don't need to fumble around with any wires; just get in the car, and you're ready to go.

Black Friday is the day that a handful of us at The Verge have been preparing months for, in part because it’s happening earlier and earlier. We’ve already lifted the curtain on deals — hundreds of them — including some that we couldn’t tell you about before today, and we have a one-stop shop for everything we’ve published so far. There’s a lot of prep work that goes into pulling this off every year, so instead of making Black Friday a one-way stream of information like usual, we’re hosting an AMA for subscribers.Do you want a personalized deal pick so that you don’t have to sort through the chaos? I’ll give you some options. Or, perhaps you want to ask questions about our process, or about the deals landscape in general. Those are just some idea starters. Whatever it is you want to ask, ask away. I’ll start answering questions later today at 1PM ET.

The holidays are a great excuse to bring something fun and personal into your home, and a Raspberry Pi makes that easier than ever. You can create decorations that respond to music, light up the room, or deliver a little seasonal magic to friends and family. These projects are affordable and easy to customize, especially if you already have a Pi sitting around from an old build. They are also a good way to give new life to hardware that might otherwise gather dust during the winter months.

Proxmox may be well known for its top-tier virtualization performance, FOSS nature, and native support for LXCs, but it has a ton of other features that make it stand out from the rest of the server platforms. Take its compatibility with first- and third-party tools, for example. Thanks to the talented minds at Proxmox and a supportive community of tinkerers, the PVE ecosystem is laden with handy services you can integrate with your home lab.

As with most products, Black Friday is the best time of year to find TVs and their accessories at the year’s lowest prices. It’s the perfect opportunity to upgrade your dedicated home theater, living room, or bedroom with incredible video and audio sure to keep you entertained for years to come.Shopping during this time of year is normally a great way to get discounts on outgoing models, as retailers are clearing out older stock ahead of new reveals. But this Black Friday isn’t like most because there are fantastic deals on 2025 tech. Almost every manufacturer has great products at a sizable discount, so whether you’re looking for a new mini-LED display for a bright room, the best picture quality that QD-OLED and OLED models have to offer, Dolby Atmos-ready sound systems to fill your living room, or just an inexpensive way to watch your favorite movies and TV shows, I’ve found you some options.The best 4K TV dealsThe best TV source and streaming dealsThe best soundbar dealsThe best 4K TV dealsSony Bravia 8 IISony TVs don’t see the same level of discounts as competitors, so being able to save $1,000 or more on the winner of the Value Electronics “King of TV” 2025 shootout (where The Verge’s own Nilay Patel was a judge) is a huge opportunity. It’s a fantastic OLED TV that’s sure to please.Where to Buy: $2999.99 $1998 at Amazon (55-inch) $2999.99 $1998 at B&H Photo (55-inch) $3499.99 $2298 at Amazon (65-inch)If you’re looking for a solid OLED TV, but don’t need the best of the best, the Samsung S90F is one of the best 65-inch TVs you can get for its sale price of $1,397.99 (down from about $1,600 last month) at Amazon and two dollars more at Best Buy. It might not be the brightest OLED of 2025 (for that, see the LG G5), but at a little over 1,400 nits, there’s plenty of light to combat a well-lit living space. The S90F is also very accurate and has excellent color gamut coverage, which translates to vibrant, lifelike colors. And for gamers, all four HDMI ports are version 2.1, the TV supports high refresh rates with FreeSync up to 144Hz for PC gaming, and its input lag is under 10ms.Hisense U7 Series ULED TV (2025)It’s always more immersive to watch TV and movies on a bigger screen, but up until the last few years that required a projector. Now, TVs like the 100-inch Hisense U7 deliver a brighter image than any projector ever could for a fraction of the cost.Where to Buy: $3497.99 $2199.99 at Best Buy (100-inch) $3497.99 $2197.99 at Amazon (100-inch)TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED TVThe QM8K is one of the best (and brightest) mini-LED TVs of 2025. And a 65-inch model under $1,000 is an absolute steal.Where to Buy: $1799.99 $997.99 at Amazon (65-inch) $2299.99 $1499.99 at Amazon (75-inch) $1799.99 $899.99 at Best Buy (65-inch)The best TV source and streaming dealsRoku UltraRoku’s latest Ultra streamer has built-in ethernet, a rechargeable voice remote with backlit buttons, and AirPlay 2 support. You can also control it with Amazon Alexa through a compatible smart speaker. The Roku Channel app lets you stream over 400 free live TV stations, plus exclusive movies like Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.Where to Buy: $99.99 $69 at Amazon $99.99 $69.99 at Best Buy $99.99 $69.99 at B&H PhotoIt was a dark day in the AV world when Oppo stopped making its universal disc players, but in 2022 Magnetar filled that void with the release of the UDP800, and the UDP900 in 2023. Both were lauded by enthusiasts. Magnetar is following them up with MKII versions of each model, which are shipping as of today. To celebrate, Magnetar is offering Black Friday pricing through its website: $1,599.99 for the UDP800 MKII ($200 off) and $2,999.99 for the UDP900 MKII ($300 off). While they might be expensive, if you’re a diehard audio and video fan with the means, there aren’t better players available.Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023)Amazon’s latest streaming stick is faster than its predecessor with Wi-Fi 6E and double the storage. It also now displays widgets and artwork when idle while continuing to offer Alexa integration. Read our review.Where to Buy: $59.99 $34.99 at Amazon $59.99 $34.99 at Best Buy $59.99 $34.99 at TargetThe best soundbar dealsSonos Arc UltraThe Arc Ultra surpasses the original Arc soundbar with more immersive Dolby Atmos surround sound, much better bass, and the ability to play music over Bluetooth.Where to Buy: $1099 $879 at Amazon $1099 $879 at Best Buy $1099 $879 at SonosIn my opinion, upgrading your TV’s sound is an absolute must for a truly immersive home theater experience. And another single soundbar option that delivers surprisingly full sound and Atmos performance for its size is the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar. It’s priced at $699 for Black Friday (that’s 22% off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. It sounds great with both movies and music, and has a nice slim profile low enough for practically any TV.Sometimes, for a secondary TV setup in a guest room or den, you just need something cheap that gets the job done. The Roku Streambar SE is just that. I wouldn’t use it for a main system, but to improve the sound from a TV that’s used occasionally, the Roku Streambar gets the job done. It’s narrow, so it fits well with smaller TV sizes, and includes wireless playback options. Not to mention, it doubles as a 4K HDR streaming stick, with HDMI-out. And during Black Friday it’s only $75 ($25 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.Samsung Q990F Soundbar SystemIf you want to bring your home theater to the next level, the Samsung Q990F is the answer. The Q990 series has been at the top of best lists for years, and for good reason. It delivers an excellent Atmos experience with clear dialogue and booming bass to fully immerse you in whatever you’re watching.Where to Buy: $1997.99 $1497.99 at Amazon $1999.99 $1499.99 at Best Buy

Adobe’s pricing can feel like a tax on creativity. It’s why I, and so many other users, have started to ditch our subscriptions. With the exception of Adobe Express, there aren’t any other creative Adobe apps with free versions, so leaving Adobe truly made the most sense. However, if you’re used to a certain service for years on end, then dropping it suddenly can put you in a weird limbo. You don’t want to keep paying, but you also don’t want to downgrade your tools. So the hunt for alternatives can feel never-ending.

Many people shop for an Intel N100 mini PC because they want something small, quiet, and affordable that still handles everyday tasks with confidence. The problem is that the N100 market is crowded with models that look almost identical at first glance, making it easy to overlook important details.

Apple’s latest AirPods Pro are down to their best price to date. If you’re planning to gift an Apple device this holiday season — or treat yourself — now’s the time to start shopping. Black Friday has officially arrived, bringing with it the best Apple deals we’ve seen all year.Despite having recently launched, for instance, the new AirPods Pro, Apple Watch Series 11, and new M5-powered MacBook Pro are all down to record low prices for the holiday. Last-gen models are also cheaper than ever right now, with the second-gen AirPods Pro now priced close to the AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation — a welcome surprise, given that the last-gen Pro offer superior ANC performance by comparison.There’s a whole lot more on sale, and to sift through discounts more easily, we’ve rounded them up by category. We’ve even sprinkled in some historical price info, so you can spot the best deals at a glance.Earbud and headphone dealsApple Watch dealsiPad dealsMacBook dealsAirTags and other miscellaneous dealsEarbud and headphone dealsAirPods Pro (third-gen)The recently released AirPods Pro 3 have a new design that improves their fit, superior noise cancellation, better bass, and fairly accurate heart rate sensors. Read our review.Where to Buy: $249 $219.99 at Amazon $249.99 $219.99 at Best Buy $249 $219.99 at TargetAirPods 4Apple’s AirPods 4 are the latest update to the company’s base-model wireless earbuds. The hard, plastic buds feature improved audio over the third-gen model, along with deep iOS integration and spatial audio with head tracking. Read our review.Where to Buy: $129 $69 at Amazon $129 $69 at Walmart $129 $69.99 at TargetIf you’re looking for the step-up AirPods 4 with ANC, you can buy them for around $99.99 ($30 off) at Amazon and Target. Their noise cancellation performance doesn’t quite match the current- or even last-gen AirPods Pro, but it’s still impressive for the price. In addition to ANC, you also get other features not found on the base-model AirPods 4, including wireless charging, a handy transparency mode, and Find My support for the included charging case. Read our review.The updated AirPods Max with USB-C are down to $399.99 ($140 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, which is their best price to date. The over-ear headphones offer a luxurious stainless steel and aluminum design that’s exceptionally comfortable, while delivering rich sound quality with lossless audio support and a surprisingly natural-sounding transparency mode. Read our original review.Apple AirPods Pro (second-gen) with USB-CThe second-gen AirPods Pro improve upon Apple’s original pair with better noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and onboard volume controls. They also now ship with a USB-C charging case, as opposed to Lightning. Read our original review.Where to Buy: $249 $139 at Walmart $249.99 $182.45 at Best BuyThe Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are on sale for around $199.95 ($50 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, which is $20 shy of their best price to date. The wireless earbuds are our favorite pair for sports and working out, with an ear hook design that helps keep them securely in place even during intense workouts. You also get solid noise cancellation, a transparency mode, and heart rate monitoring. Plus, they work with both Apple and Android devices, letting you take advantage of Find My integration, automatic device switching, and more. Read our review.Beats Studio ProThe latest Beats Studio Pro feature improved noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort. They also support lossless audio over USB-C, making them the first Apple headphones to do so. Read our review.Where to Buy: $349.99 $169.95 at Amazon $349.99 $169.95 at Walmart $349.99 $169.99 at Best BuyApple EarPods (USB-C)Apple’s wired earbuds are comfortable, offer great microphone quality for the price, and feature a built-in remote for controlling audio playback.Where to Buy: $19.99 $16.99 at Amazon $19.99 at Best BuyApple Watch dealsApple Watch Series 11 (42mm, GPS)Although the Apple Watch Series 11 is the same size as its predecessor, it features a 5G cellular modem, a display that’s twice as durable, and slightly improved battery life. Read our review.Where to Buy: $399 $339 at Amazon $399 $339 at Walmart $399 $349 at Best BuyApple Watch SE 3The Apple Watch SE 3 offers some big upgrades over its predecessor, including an always-on display, allowing you to glance at the time or unread notifications. It also has Apple’s powerful S10 chip, which enables on-device Siri requests. Read our review.Where to Buy: $249 $199 at Amazon (40mm, GPS) $279 $229 at Amazon (44mm, GPS) $249 $199 at Costco (40mm, GPS)The 42mm Apple Watch Series 10 with GPS is on sale at Walmart starting at $249 ($150 off), which is its best price to date. While the Series 11 offers slightly longer battery life, a more efficient 5G modem, and a more scratch-resistant display, the Series 10 remains an excellent smartwatch. It features a large, wide-angle OLED display and the same S10 SiP chip found in the Series 11. It also supports FDA-cleared sleep apnea detection and offers the same hypertension notifications, courtesy of the recent watchOS 26 update. Read our review.You can currently pick up the 40mm Apple Watch SE (second-gen) with GPS at Walmart starting at $129 ($120 off), which is a new low price (the 44mm variant is also on sale starting at $159). If you’re on a tight budget, the last-gen Apple Watch SE is still worth considering. It lacks some of Apple’s newer sensors and doesn’t offer an always-on display, but it remains relatively fast, given that it uses the same chipset as the Apple Watch Series 8. It also provides all the essentials, including daily activity and sleep tracking, heart-rate monitoring, fall and crash detection, and access to the newer Vitals app in watchOS 26.Apple Watch Ultra 2The rugged Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes in one size: 49mm. It offers a large, bright display along with long battery life and excellent performance. It sports Apple’s last-gen S9 SiP, too, allowing you to take advantage of Apple’s double tap feature. Read our review.Where to Buy: $799 $599 at Amazon (with Alpine Loop) $799 $599 at Amazon (with Trail Loop) $799 $599 at Amazon (with Ocean Band) You can also buy the newfangled Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Amazon with either an Ocean Band, a Trail Loop, or an Alpine Loop for $779.99 ($20 off), which is a far cry from its all-time low of $699.99 but still one of the first discounts we’ve seen. Apple’s latest wearable is its most rugged and capable to date, with a larger wide-angle OLED display, satellite and 5G connectivity, and a battery that can last up to 42 hours on a single charge (up from 36 hours on the Ultra 2). Read our review.iPad dealsiPad (2025)Apple’s entry-level iPad is an excellent tablet for casual use. Its high resolution screen is great for watching video, and its A16 processor is fast enough to handle light games and productivity apps. Read our review.Where to Buy: $349 $274 at Amazon (128GB, Wi-Fi) $449 $374 at Amazon (256GB, Wi-Fi) $649 $574.99 at Amazon (512GB, Wi-Fi)The 11-inch M5 iPad Pro is down to its best price to date at Amazon, where you can buy it starting at $899 with Wi-Fi and 256GB of storage. Other configurations, specifically the 512GB and 1TB models, are on sale for $1,099 ($100 off) and $1,486 ($113 off), respectively. In addition to offering faster performance than their predecessor, the new Pros support Wi-Fi 7, faster charging, and start with 12GB of RAM. They also come with an N1 chip for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Thread, and if you get the cellular version, Apple’s new C1X cellular modem. Read our review.The latest 13-inch iPad Pro is also on sale at Amazon in its 256GB base configuration for $1,199 ($100 off), which remains the tablet’s lowest price to date. If you need more storage, the 1TB model is down to $1,768 ($131 off) at Amazon, while the 2TB version is going for $2,150 ($149 off). The heavier 13-inch model is nearly identical to the 11-incher, but it offers more screen real estate and higher resolution.11-inch iPad Air M3The latest 11-inch iPad Air features Apple’s fast M3 chip with GPU upgrades like dynamic caching for smoother performance in demanding apps. It also supports the Apple Pencil Pro and the newest Magic Keyboard, which features a larger build and a 14-key function row. Read our review.Where to Buy: $599 $449 at Amazon (128GB, Wi-Fi) $599 $449 at Best Buy (128GB, Wi-Fi)If you want a larger display, the 13-inch M3-powered iPad Air with Wi-Fi / 128GB of storage is also on sale at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, where you can buy it starting at an all-time low of $649.99 ($150 off). Other configurations are also on sale, with the 256GB model going for $749.99 ($150 off), the 512GB version $949 ($150 off), and the 1TB variant $1,149.You can buy the 13-inch M4-powered iPad Pro with Wi-Fi and 256GB of storage at Amazon starting at $1,099 ($200 off). The last-gen Pro offers a stunning OLED display and a thinner build than prior models, along with a front-facing camera that’s (finally) located in the middle of the long side of the iPad. Read our review.13-inch iPad Pro M4The last-gen iPad Pro comes in either an 11- or 13-inch configuration with Apple’s M4 processor. Both feature an OLED display and a thinner build than previous models, as well as horizontal placement for the front camera and support for the Apple Pencil Pro. Read our review.Where to Buy: $1299 $1099 at Amazon (256GB, Wi-Fi) $1499 $1349 at Amazon (512GB, Wi-Fi) $1899 at Amazon (1TB, Wi-Fi)MacBook deals13-inch MacBook Air (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD)Powered by the M4 chip, Apple’s latest 13-inch MacBook Air is faster than its predecessor and offers double the base RAM. It can also connect to two external displays with the lid open, unlike prior models, and features an improved 12-megapixel Center Stage webcam. Read our review.Where to Buy: $999 $749 at Amazon $999 $749.99 at Costco $999 $749 at Best BuyMacBook Pro 14-inch (M5, 2025)Apple’s 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro takes everything we loved about the M4 model — including all-day battery life and a 12-megapixel webcam — and improves upon it with an M5 chip. It also offers faster storage and a 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU that’s up to 3.5x faster at AI tasks. Read our review.Where to Buy: $1599 $1399.99 at Amazon (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1799 $1599.99 at Amazon (16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1999 $1799 at Amazon (24GB RAM, 1TB SSD)The last-gen 16-inch MacBook Pro is still a powerhouse even if it runs on the older M4 Pro chip, and right now you can buy it with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage for $2,189 (about $310 off) at Amazon, which is just a few dollars shy of its all-time low. It sports speedy Thunderbolt 5 ports and a sharp 12-megapixel Center Stage webcam, and because the new M5-powered MacBook Pros don’t yet come in a 16-inch size, it’s your best bet if you want a larger display. Read our review of the 14-inch MacBook Pro.If you’re in the market for a desktop and don’t mind supplying your own keyboard and mouse, you can buy the M4 Mac Mini with an M4 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage for $479 ($120 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, which is one of its best prices to date. The desktop can handle everyday tasks with ease, along with some light gaming and 4K video editing. It can also run up to three displays simultaneously and offers a great port selection that includes three Thunderbolt 4 (USB4) ports, a gigabit ethernet jack, HDMI, two 10Gbps USB-C (USB 3) ports, and a front-facing 3.5mm audio jack. Read our review.AirTags and other miscellaneous dealsApple TV (six-month subscription)Apple is hosting a Black Friday sale that lets you lock in six months for just $5.99 per month, which is over 50 percent off the usual cost. This promo isn’t applicable to those eligible to redeem three free months earned through buying a new Apple device, nor will it work for those who get the subscription through a third party, like Amazon.Where to Buy: $12.99 $5.99 at Apple (monthly)Apple AirTagApple’s AirTags can help you find your lost items with their UWB technology. You’ll get the best compatibility with an iPhone, though Apple released an Android app to detect an AirTag’s location if one seems to be following you. Read our original review.Where to Buy: $29 $17.97 at Amazon $29 $17.97 at Walmart $99 $62.99 at Best Buy (four-pack)You can buy the Apple Pencil Pro for $94.99 ($35 off) at Amazon and Walmart, which is $10 more than its best price to date. If you own the latest iPad Pro, iPad Mini, or an M2- or M3-based iPad Air, this is a fantastic stylus that offers several features not found on the entry-level Apple Pencil with USB-C (which is also discounted to $49 at Walmart). In addition to wireless charging, you get Find My support, pressure sensitivity, and a “Barrel Roll” gyroscope that allows you to easily adjust the angle of your pen with a twist.Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1, Dock Stand)Anker’s MagGo Wireless Charging Station features a MagSafe charging stand, a Qi wireless charging pad, and an Apple Watch charger, allowing you to charge three devices simultaneously. It also comes with a 40W USB-C power adapter and cable.Where to Buy: $89.99 $75.99 at Best Buy $89.99 $75.99 at Amazon $89.99 $75.99 at Anker (with code WSPDV2OAFIC6)Anker MagGo Qi2 Certified 15W Wireless ChargerThe latest version of Anker’s magnetic MagGo charging pads supports 15W Qi2 and has a five-foot USB-C cable.Where to Buy: $29.99 $14.99 at Amazon (without adapter) $35.99 $17.99 at Amazon (with adapter)

I avoided Obsidian for a long time because every tutorial made it look like rocket science. Plugins, YAML frontmatter, templates, custom CSS — everyone seemed to be building elaborate knowledge management systems while I just wanted to use a simple tool to plan a single project. Then I learned that Obsidian's core linking feature is powerful enough to map an entire project without any of that complexity. No plugins, no templates, just five connected notes and the graph view to see it all come together.