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The shopping frenzy of Black Friday is making an early appearance this year, as numerous retailers offer significant discounts on popular tech products. As the entire month of November becomes a haven for tech enthusiasts, major stores such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Apple have already begun slashing prices on various gadgets and devices.

Apple's high-demand products see major markdowns, including the Apple AirPods Pro 2, now available for $154, a substantial $96 off their original price. These earbuds promise a secure fit, ANC, and transparent mode along with a recent update enabling their use as hearing aids. The budget-friendly 10th-gen iPad for $250, down by $100 with a coupon, also catches the eye with its modern design and long battery life. Meanwhile, the Apple Watch Series 10, praised for its slim design and improved battery, is available for $329 – a tidy $70 discount.

Top deals don't end with Apple. Anker's 10K MagGo power bank, with its versatile capacity and clear display, is now $60, offering savings of $30. DJI’s Osmo Mobile 6 gimbal, perfect for iPhone users looking to enhance their filming, drops to $89, a $40 reduction. In the streaming sphere, Peacock's annual subscription at $20 and Max's six-month plan for $18 offer tremendous value at 75% and 70% off respectively.

VR enthusiasts can look forward to the Meta Quest 3s bundled with a $75 gift card for just $300. Gaming hasn't been overlooked either, with the PS5 Slim Digital now available for $374 and Elden Ring for PS5 going for just $20. The Xbox Series X bundle, which includes an extra controller, is attractively priced at $490, down by $110, with Seagate's Storage Expansion Card 2TB dropping to its lowest price at $200.

Not to be forgotten, Google’s latest tech offerings also sport discounts. The new Pixel Watch 3 can be bought for $280, saving shoppers $70, while the Google Nest Indoor security camera is offered at $70, marking a $30 drop. The compact and handy Theragun Mini 2.0 is now $149, giving a $50 discount on an excellent personal care gadget.

Among Amazon’s offerings, the Kindle is now $85, and the compact Echo Dot is priced at $23. Streaming enthusiasts can grab the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $33. Home security gets a boost with the Ring pan and tilt security camera at $50 and Blink Mini 2 cameras (two-pack) for $35.

For TV deals, the Hisense U8N 4K 55-inch TV is offered at $698, saving $402, while the Samsung 55-inch The Frame smart TV stands at $898, cutting 40% off. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is now $150, giving a significant $70 savings.

The Solo Stove Bonfire Backyard Bundle is $400 – $180 off, and Ooni's pizza ovens also see reductions, with the Karu 16 multi-fuel model now priced at $519. Audible's Premium Plus service can now be tried for three months at just $0.99/month, plus an added $20 credit.

These deals emphasize how early Black Friday shopping has become a norm, with no need to wait until late November to snag the best bargains. Whether looking for the latest in gadgets, home tech, or entertainment, November’s early sales promise something for everyone.