Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year and the excitement (or mayhem) associated with this day is felt by all. Whether you prefer to shop for deals online or you’re a little more traditional and still enjoy camping out during the wee hours of the night to be the first in line, there is always an opportunity to reap the benefits of the endless holiday discounts.
A lot of stores have already announced their sales, and while it might be tempting to take advantage of the first item you can get your hands on—be wary of what you buy as not all deals are created equal. You’ll certainly gain tremendous value for your money on certain products and accessories, but some tend to offer better discounts at less busy times of the year. If you know exactly what you’re looking for, you’re less likely to be persuaded by a fancy coupon. To help narrow down your Black Friday Shopping list, be sure to check out the must-have appliances to pick up this year.
1. TVs
Historically, Black Friday has been one of the best times of the year to purchase larger, household electronics—especially big TVs. We’re at a point where the highly sought-after, ultra-thin 75” Smart TVs are at a lower price point than ever before. There has been a recent demand for home-entertainment systems, which have rapidly driven up the demand for TVs. New technology trends seems to be surfacing each year, and with features like 4K and HDR, it’s becoming more about the specs of each product rather than customers sticking with a specific brand.
Be that as it may, always research TV brands and models before you get in line on Black Friday. It’s easy to become distracted by lower-quality electronics when you’re in a rush for the best deals, but you want a product that you can rely on to last.
2. Smart Home Devices
Black Friday is the best day of the year to score discounted smart devices. A lot of the time, you can find these gadgets bundled into other offers. Products like Google Nest Hubs can be included with other electronics packages like TVs or video doorbells for a discounted price. Try to purchase smart devices that will correspond with other accessories already in your home. If you just picked up a new TV, shoot for voice-activated smart speakers to enhance your viewing and listening experience. If you’re going to watch the big came with crystal-clear picture, you’ll want to listen to your favorite holiday jingles with the same crisp, quality sound.
3. Kitchen Appliances
You may have just survived the Thanksgiving feast, but you aren’t out of the woods just yet—you still have a weeks’ worth of leftovers and two more holiday meals to prepare before the new year. That means your kitchen is going to be crowded and your appliances are working overtime.
Black Friday is a good time to buy kitchen appliances for the year to come. Retailers are looking to get rid of this year’s inventory to make room for the new products that are soon to arrive. Ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and cooktops are all items you will use during your holiday meal prep, that you need to keep in tip-top shape. If your fridge goes out or your oven just doesn’t have enough room to hold your holiday ham or turkey, that’s when you should be on the hunt for new appliances. That way, you can start your new year’s resolution the right way and commit to staying in and cooking more meals with the family.
4. Gaming Consoles
We know gaming consoles aren’t for every consumer, but remember when we talked about searching for products to pair with other accessories in your home? Video games are the perfect item because you’re going to need a large TV, soundbar, speakers, or headphones to go along with your gaming hobby. In order to play, you’ve got to be able to see the screen and hear the game clearly if you’re going to beat your high score in Space Invaders or Super Contra (if you’re an old-school gamer, that is). Black Friday is a great time to buy older consoles that feature bundle deals with the year’s best games. As the new generations of systems are on the horizon, older devices will be heavily discounted, making for an ideal holiday purchase.
At Grand TV & Appliance, we’re all about making your appliance experience easier. With the help of smart technology, electronics, and kitchen appliances, your Black Friday shopping will be better than expected. Don’t fight through the crowds, stop in today and find exactly what you need.