Black Friday pitfalls to avoid
More than cables and accessories
Apple products are a big thing to avoid if at all possible. It is tricky to get a good deal on any Apple product because everyone sells at about the same price. This year, some retailers are offering $50 gift cards with Apple purchases, but even with those don’t expect much savings. Apple runs its own sale on Black Friday, as well, but the discounts are usually minimal, but better than retail; often times it isn’t large enough to offset the tax you have to pay. Watch yourself, as these continue to be the most popular items again this year.
Hard drives are another one to avoid this year. Prices have gone up on both internal and external hard drives and this has translated to higher prices this year, due in part to flooding in Thailand where most of the hard drive plants are located. We suggest that you steer clear, as deals will be better later on down the road.