But after that's done, we give you permission to do your Black Friday thing. Thankfully, this November no one is really waiting for actual Black Friday. There's a ton of pre–Black Friday discounts out in the world.

Alexa device sale: deals from $19 @ Amazon It wouldn't be Black Friday without a proper Alexa device sale. Right now, Amazon has multiple Alexa-powered devices on sale from $19. The sale includes Echo speakers, Blink cameras, Fire TV Sticks, and more. Many of Amazon's Echo speakers are Prime Day cheap and include a free smart light bulb.

Unlike Prime Day, which is exclusively for Prime members, shoppers aren't required to have a Prime membership to enjoy Black Friday deals at Amazon. Of course, it never hurts, tho