Black Friday tech deals just hit different when you know they're actually worth buying. WIRED just dropped its curated list of 15 tech deals that pass the publication's rigorous testing standards - meaning these aren't just discounts, they're genuine steals on gadgets that reviewers actually recommend year-round.
The annual Black Friday feeding frenzy is here, but WIRED's latest deals roundup cuts through the marketing noise with 15 gadgets that actually deserve your money. Every device on this list has been tested and reviewed by WIRED's gear team - no filler, no fake discounts.
Google's Pixel 10 leads the charge at $599, down from its $799 launch price. The deal includes WIRED's current pick for best Android phone, complete with that signature computational photography magic and 5X optical zoom. "Easy to recommend at full price, the Pixel 10 is an absolute bargain with this discount," according to WIRED's review.
For audiophiles, Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are seeing their deepest discount yet at $248. These aren't the latest model, but they remain WIRED's go-to recommendation for wireless noise-canceling, offering what reviewers called "accomplished sound in every scenario."
The smart home category gets represented by the Asus RT-BE58U router, now $98 down from $150. WIRED crowned it the best Wi-Fi 7 upgrade for modest homes, covering up to 2,000 square feet with dual-band performance that skips the 6-GHz band but delivers all other Wi-Fi 7 advantages.
Apple's iPad (A16, 2025) hits $274, marking the lowest price WIRED has tracked for what they call "all the iPad most folks need." The deal reflects Apple's rare willingness to let retailers discount current-gen hardware during Black Friday.
Health tech enthusiasts should eye the Oura Ring 4 at $249, down from $349. WIRED's review praised its "accurate tracking" and "slick app" for sleep, activity, and stress monitoring. The subscription requirement remains, but reviewers maintained it's still the best smart ring available.
TV shoppers get TCL's QM6K QLED at $498 for the 65-inch model. WIRED positioned this as "the best TV for most people" thanks to excellent color processing and bright-room performance that punches above its price class.
The portable power category sees Nimble's Champ Series 2 at $20-40 depending on capacity. What sets it apart isn't just performance but environmental focus - 90% certified recycled plastic and biodegradable packaging that earned it WIRED's top power bank ranking.
