Buying a smartphone is a task that demands thorough research of various brands and their respective specifications. However, once a customer has a clear understanding of their priorities, the next thing they look for is exciting deals on their dream products. And what better time to buy your favorite gadget than the upcoming Black Friday sale? As the shopping event is scheduled for November 24 this year, here are ten smartphone deals to expect.

Near-stock Android

When it comes to near-stock Android devices, there are many players in the market, including Google.

• Google Pixel 7 – The Pixel 7 is one of Google’s flagships and comes with a range of features loved by smartphone enthusiasts. The device has a 6.3-inch screen, uses the Google Tensor G2 processor, and has a variety of storage options to pick from. The phone is also water-resistant and runs on one of the most recent versions of Android. During the previous Black Friday sale, the price of this device dropped by $100.One can hope for similar price drops this year also.

• Google Pixel 7 Pro – For the ultimate flagship experience with stock Android, experts suggest the Google Pixel 7 Pro. The device also saw a price markdown of about $150 at last year’s sale. The device comes with features like adaptive battery technology that can last over 24 hours or about 72 hours when the Extreme Battery Saver is turned on. There’s also a VPN by Google One to help users protect their online activity when they browse the internet.

iOS devices

Those who desire an iOS device could check out what Apple has on offer this year. Last year, mobile carriers had some of the best offers on various iPhones, including the iPhone SE and iPhone 14. These networks offered credit between $100 and $1000 to customers who traded in their older device for a brand new one. Other carriers threw in a $250 virtual gift card for customers who purchased a select iPhone. On other retail platforms, customers who bought the iPhone 14 received a pair of Beats Studio Buds as part of the bundle offer. Wait until this year’s Black Friday sale to see if such offers make a comeback.

Flip phone

If a user is interested in saving money on flip phones, they might want to look for deals from Samsung at the upcoming Black Friday sale. The Galaxy Z Flip4 is a device that caught the attention of several shoppers during last year’s shopping season sale. Retailers had slashed its price by about $150, which was a great deal, considering its list price was usually over $1000. While one cannot be certain about the deals to expect this year, it wouldn’t hurt to track the device’s price across retail platforms for a potential discount. As for its specifications, when flipped open, one can enjoy using its 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with 1080p and HDR10+ support.

Budget-friendly choices

Customers interested in budget-friendly devices can hope for various exciting deals during this year’s Black Friday sale. Check out a few budget-friendly options that were in trend in the previous years.

• Google Pixel 6a – Customers interested in an affordable, near-stock Android device could follow the price of the Google Pixel 6a. While its usual list price is about $450, retailers offered the device for about $300 when the Black Friday sale went live last year. As for some of its features, one can enjoy the 6.1-inch OLED screen, an exceptional camera, and the same Titan M2™chip included with its flagship counterparts.

• Samsung A53 5G – Buyers interested in their budget-oriented lineup should track the price of the Samsung A53 5G. During the previous Black Friday sale, this device saw a $100 discount on its regular list price. With this device, one could get features such as a 120Hz display, a 64MP rear camera, and an expandable MicroSD card slot.

Foldable phone

One foldable device that received attention last year was the Galaxy Z Fold 4 from Samsung. The benefit of using such a versatile device is that individuals, particularly creators, could use it seamlessly as a smartphone and a tablet while on the move. Notably, Samsung slashed the price of this device by around $300 when the Black Friday sale went live last year. Other carriers offered up to $800 in credit when customers traded in their older device for the Fold 4.

Gaming device

Amid the surge in popularity of mobile gaming in recent years, brands like ASUS tailored their devices to be more gamer-centric. Those looking for offers could follow the price of the ASUS ROG Phone 6, which saw a price reduction of $100 at last year’s sale. Buyers can enjoy a Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 processor, a GameCool 6 thermal system, a 165 Hz display, and a 6000 mAh battery.

Powerful Android smartphone

Those interested in a smartphone that can carry out basic and heavy tasks without any hiccups should check out the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. The device includes features like a 1440p AMOLED screen, a 6.8-inch screen, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It also comes with a smart pen for customers who enjoy using the accessory. One could also follow the price of the device to snag the best deal this Black Friday. The flagship received a $200 discount at last year’s sale, so one can hope for a similar deal this year.

Smartphone for seniors

Seniors can opt for devices like Lively JItterbug Smart3 that come with features like 24/7 emergency monitoring. During last year’s Black Friday, the senior-oriented phone saw a discount of 50%. As for its features, the JItterbug Smart3 includes audio and voice features to assist with making and receiving calls and messages and text-based navigation.