Some of the stuff we bought during Black Friday and Cyber Monday | The VergeSkip to main contentThe homepageThe VergeThe Verge logo.The VergeThe Verge logo.TechReviewsScienceEntertainmentAIHamburger Navigation ButtonThe homepageThe VergeThe Verge logo.Hamburger Navigation ButtonNavigation DrawerThe VergeThe Verge logo.Login / Sign UpcloseCloseSearchTechExpandAmazonAppleFacebookGoogleMicrosoftSamsungBusinessCreatorsMobilePolicySecurityTransportationReviewsExpandLaptopsPhonesHeadphonesTabletsSmart HomeSmartwatchesSpeakersDronesScienceExpandSpaceEnergyEnvironmentHealthEntertainmentExpandGamesTV ShowsMoviesAudioAIVerge ShoppingExpandBuying GuidesDealsGift GuidesSee All ShoppingCarsExpandElectric CarsAutonomous CarsRide-sharingScootersOther TransportationFeaturesVideosExpandYouTubeTikTokInstagramPodcastsExpandDecoderThe VergecastVersion HistoryNewslettersExpandThe Verge DailyInstallerVerge DealsNotepadOptimizerRegulatorThe StepbackArchivesStoreSubscribeFacebookThreadsInstagramYoutubeRSSThe VergeThe Verge logo.Some of the stuff we bought during Black Friday and Cyber MondayComments DrawerCommentsLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...GadgetsCloseGadgetsPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All GadgetsVerge ShoppingCloseVerge ShoppingPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All Verge ShoppingBlack FridayCloseBlack FridayPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All Black FridaySome of the stuff we bought during Black Friday and Cyber MondayTVs, Lego plants, and video games were among the items that we looked for during the extended sales period.TVs, Lego plants, and video games were among the items that we looked for during the extended sales period.by Barbara KrasnoffCloseBarbara KrasnoffReviews EditorPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Barbara KrasnoffDec 2, 2025, 2:48 PM UTCLinkShareIf you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.A scene from Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Image: PlaystationPart OfThe Verge’s guide to Cyber Monday 2025see all Barbara KrasnoffCloseBarbara KrasnoffPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Barbara Krasnoff is a reviews editor who manages how-tos and various projects. She’s worked as an editor and writer (and occasional sci-fi author) for more years than she cares to admit to.It’s one thing to do a bit of online shopping during the Black Friday / Cyber Monday sales, but it’s another to put your money where your mouth is. (Where did that phrase come from, anyway?) If you’re curious what our writers, editors, and reviewers bought for themselves, here are some of the items, many of which are still discounted.Dell 27 Plus 4K USB-C Monitor$260$35026% off$260$260 at Amazon$260 at DellI’ve been planning a monitor upgrade for a while — I even mentioned it in my “What’s on your desk?” entry back in August — and finally pulled the trigger this weekend. I’d been using two old 24-inch monitors of different brands, resolutions, and specs, and knew I wanted something bigger and 4K to replace them both. I’ve had a few other major expenses recently though, so I talked myself down from a 32-inch model, or the higher-spec Dell 27-inch display with a USB-C hub built in, for one that covers all my needs, if not all my wants. The IPS panel seems great for the price, the modern design looks slick on my desk, and it has USB-C connectivity and 120Hz refresh rate, all for less than $300. That makes it pretty much perfect for me right now, giving me more desktop space during the work day and a few specs suited to my increasingly occasional PC gaming sessions too. — Dominic Preston, news editorHisense 55” Class U7 Series MiniLED ULED 4K Google TV$498$91446% off$498$498 at Amazon$499 at Walmart$500 at Best BuyMy partner and I recently moved to a smaller apartment — but with a larger living room. We had been making do with a several-years-old 40-inch TV, but when Black Friday hit, we decided we deserved to upgrade. So, we bought a 55-inch Hisense U7 Mini-LED TV. Yes, we were aware that it was only a mid-level TV, and that these days, a 55-inch TV seems relatively diminutive, but it was within our budget and got some fairly good reviews. It arrived Sunday, and so far, we’re really happy with it. Setup was obscenely simple, we were able to ditch the old Chromecast we were using in favor of the TV’s Google interface, we’re happy with the colors and brightness (although the sound could be better), and we’re going to have fun tweaking all the settings to suit our cinephile leanings. — Barbara Krasnoff, reviews editorOXO 9-Cup Coffee Maker$200$25020% off$200$200 at Amazon$200 at OXOPanasonic Streaming Blu Ray DVD Player$460$55016% off$460$460 at Amazon$515 at Best BuyThe Young Adventurer’s Collection Box Set 1$15$3557% off$15$15 at AmazonI don’t typically buy a lot of stuff during Black Friday / Cyber Monday, but I took advantage of sales to get a few bigger-ticket things I was going to buy anyway. I got an Oxo coffee maker because my old Bonavita broke irreparably a couple months ago. This Panasonic 4K Blu-ray player has been in my cart for half a decade, fluctuating between $450 and $550; it briefly dropped to $399 over the weekend so I pulled the trigger.I also got a collection of D&D Young Adventurer’s Guides for my 10-year-old for Christmas. — Nathan Edwards, senior reviews editorBaseus Retractable USB C Cable$20$2520% off$20$20 at AmazonDeath Stranding 2: On The Beach - PS5$50$7029% off$50$50 at AmazonLego Botanicals Happy Plants$18$2322% off$18$18 at AmazonI have to be careful with events like Black Friday / Cyber Monday as I tend to buy many things I don’t really need or want. To check that impulse, I made a list this year and was pretty good at sticking to it. The first thing I bought was a retractable USB-C cable from Baseus. It’s boring but practical and is something I’ve needed since I upgraded to an iPhone 17 earlier this year and rendered all my old cables obsolete. Here’s hoping it makes my bag “neater and lighter than ever.”I also bought a copy of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. The first game was undeniably weird but I thoroughly enjoyed stepping into the role of postapocalyptic delivery man and have been looking forward to the sequel all year. Between travelling, moving flat, and starting a new job, I’ve not had much chance to game lately so I’m hoping it’s worth the wait. The Verge’s review suggests I won’t be disappointed.There was one impulse buy: these cute Lego Botanicals Happy Plants. I think they’re meant for kids, but I thought they’d make my boyfriend smile. — Robert Hart, AI reporterArctic MX-6 thermal paste$10$1533% off$10$10 at AmazonI tried to restrain myself from going overboard during Black Friday this year, and I think I did a good job. I purchased one item that I truly needed: Arctic MX-6 thermal paste. I’m using it to upgrade the CPU on a used watercooled PC that I bought at a flea market. (Thankfully, it doesn’t need RAM!)Amazon’s Black Friday sale knocked a few bucks off the version that comes with alcohol wipes that you can use to clean up the existing thermal paste on your CPU die. But I didn’t actually need the wipes; I misread the listing as coming with six tubes of paste, not just measly alcohol wipes. (Don’t be like me and actually read the listings!) — Emma Roth, news writerTraintrackr - New York City Subway$175$21920% off$175$175 at Traintrackr (using code BF2025)I live next door to a subway station in New York City, so I’ve had my eye on this realtime circuit board LED display of subway car locations for a while now. They knocked 20 percent off for Black Friday, so I jumped on it — and I’m looking forward to eying this thing every time I hear the train rumble.Traintrackr also has versions for Boston, DC, Chicago, London and San Francisco, and there’s a sexy-looking, limited-edition black version for New York City. — Travis Larchuk, Vergecast supervising producerVerge DealsSign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we’ve tested sent to your inbox weekly.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. 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The Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales period yielded a variety of purchases for several members of The Verge staff, reflecting a range of interests and needs. Dominic Preston, the news editor, upgraded his monitor, opting for a 27-inch 4K USB-C display from Dell. The upgrade was motivated by a desire to replace outdated monitors and provided a larger workspace alongside modern connectivity features. His partner and Barbara Krasnoff, the reviews editor, also upgraded their television setup, acquiring a 55-inch Hisense U7 Mini-LED TV. This acquisition was driven by a desire for a larger viewing experience and a modern television that offered a sleek and contemporary design. Nathan Edwards, the senior reviews editor, purchased a collection of D&D Young Adventurer’s Guides for his 10-year-old son, demonstrating a commitment to family activities and interests. Robert Hart, the AI reporter, acquired a Baseus retractable USB-C cable, highlighting a preference for organized and efficient tech accessories, while also seizing an opportunity to streamline his bag. David Imel, the tech editor, took a more specialized approach, investing in Arctic MX-6 thermal paste to upgrade a repurposed watercooled PC he acquired at a flea market. This purchase showcased an interest in hardware customization and building projects. Travis Larchuk, the Vergecast supervising producer, opted for a Traintrackr New York City Subway real-time circuit board LED display, noting its practical use for tracking subway car locations while living near a station. Finally, Barbara Krasnoff purchased the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – PS5 and Lego Botanicals Happy Plants, showcasing a diverse range of interests from gaming and immersive experiences to the collection of decorative novelties. These individual acquisitions collectively demonstrate a thoughtful approach to purchasing decisions, blending practical needs with personal passions, and aligned with the varied expertise represented within The Verge’s editorial team.