If you’re looking for that proverbial gift to give away all year round, consider a smartwatch or fitness tracker.
Today’s models are great for collecting basic exercise information like heart rate and step count. And trackers are increasingly adding features like sleep tracking and even EKG monitoring that make them useful outside of the gym. Smartwatches go a step further and allow you to take calls and answer emails the Dick Tracy style.
The Apple Watch has become a style icon too, and while the newer models haven’t discounted much, we spotted an older model for just $ 109 (see the list below) so you can make a statement – and answer your texts – without much effort.
It’s a slightly different Black Friday this year. For a number of reasons including a global chip shortage and concerns about shipping delays, retailers aren’t waiting until November 26th to post their best deals. There also appears to be less price competition among retailers.
Bottom line: it’s okay to buy early. Best Buy, Target and Walmart now boast a pricing policy. So if you can find a better deal elsewhere – even later in the month – your business of choice may well honor it. Just keep your receipts.
