I Wear a Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Every Day, and It’s 25% Off on Black Friday.
Black Friday sales officially kick off on Friday, November 28, and run through Cyber Monday, December 1. Before they end, Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price tracking tools.
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It’s always nice when someone can recommend the tech you use every day, and that’s no different with the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar: I’m wearing one on my wrist right now, just like I do every day, and the 45mm display model is currently on sale for $299.99 on Amazon .
That’s a substantial $100 discount on Black Friday—a quarter off if you do the math—and based on what we’ve seen on price trackers, this watch is now the cheapest it’s ever been on Amazon.
I love this smartwatch’s rugged design and battery life, which easily lasts a month—thanks in part to its solar charging capability (though a standard charger will do). It tracks all the necessary data and displays a wealth of information on the monochrome screen (including sunrise and sunset times). Lifehacker Senior Health Editor Beth Squareschi called the Garmin Instinct Solar 3 ” the best watch for hiking .”
Sure, you won’t get as much color and brightness as a color display, but I think the tradeoff in battery life is worth it: it’s not like watching videos on a smartwatch. You can also send notifications from your phone directly to the watch, and it even has a handy built-in flashlight.
Does Amazon have Black Friday deals?
Yes, Amazon does have Black Friday sales, but the prices aren’t always accurate. Use a price tracker to make sure you’re getting the best deal, or consult guides like our price-tracking blog . And if you have an Amazon Prime subscription, make the most of it .
Are Black Friday deals worth it?
In short, yes, Black Friday still offers deals you rarely see the rest of the year. If you’re shopping or looking for gifts, now is the time to look for deals on essentials, especially tech , home goods , and fitness equipment . Of course, if you’re looking to save money, the best way to save is to buy nothing.
Are Cyber Monday deals better than Black Friday?
Black Friday used to favor large retailers and higher-end appliances, while Cyber Monday favored cheaper appliances and gave small businesses the opportunity to compete online. However, today, this distinction has become virtually meaningless. Every major retailer runs sales on both days, so it’s best to know what you need, use price trackers, or consult guides like our blog, which uses price trackers, and not worry about finding the perfect time.