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'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

smiley — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:07:38 GMT

Posted in our general lounge chat group...

What are your temptations for black friday deals ? They dont have to be uniquely Samsung !

Personally, after having had the last three generations of Samsung Buds Pro 1,2 and 3. I decided last night to buying a pair of Bose Quietcomfort Ultra buds.

Looking forward to trying out something a bit different... comparatively to Samsung.

I am also thinking about a tablet change to the S11 ultra tablet... from my smaller S9FE. But perhaps I might wait to see what Christmas sales offer for this purchase.

What are your technology temptations this black friday ?

Smiley

Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

Glenntech — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:21:33 GMT

Z Fold 7 is my temptation.
Rest is photography stuff that I can't afford 😂

Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

xPercival — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:41:58 GMT

I scored the buds3pro as a set of everyday pocket headphones, so far very impressed.

Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

smiley — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 11:48:11 GMT

I do really enjoy my buds 3 pro... had for a year or so and they are great.

I feel a need to check out a competitor to see if there is much difference. Being honest I suspect there is very little in quality between them.

Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

smiley — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:46:53 GMT

You know how passionate I am about my fold 7. I wouldn't convince anyone otherwise, but the black friday EPP sale prices are pretty attractive 🤔🤪

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xPercival — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:52:49 GMT

As far as integration into automation, they are unparalleled, ANC is fine, battery meh, but as an overall package they are spectacular, in particular at 42% off retail 😂

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smiley — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 11:14:26 GMT

I find the handover between my tablet and phone really works well and is genuinely useful.

You are right that the buds 3 pro at the latest sale price are a no brainer. I am sure i paid closer to £200 for mine.

Enjoy

Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

Maria_vm — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 14:04:55 GMT

Ive bought a Samsung Tablet (going to post what model, on members when it comes tmro). Wasn't going for one of the expensive ones as phone does most things but I love livestreaming and doing a few basic browsing things on it 😀

Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

smiley — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:01:08 GMT

I am being a bit spoilt I have to say. I keep looking at these ultra sized tablets, but I probably dont really need it if truth be told.

My 11" S9FE is enough... and i also have a fold 7 that gives me an 8" tablet experience 😂

Sometimes I make my judgement based upon the sale price, trade in, or what I can sell the older one second hand.

Also the s11 ultra will restore my 7 years support for software updates, where the s9FE is already through most of its support period.

The better OLED screen and flagship processor means it future proofs my tech.

Oh dear, I am talking myself into it again 😂. Now where is that website link again 🤔

Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

JAMES4578 — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:30:17 GMT

Will be interesting to see how the Bose compare, imagine you will you will still go for the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro 😁

Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

smiley — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:32:04 GMT

Haha. Actually i am not sure i am a fan of the new look but will wait for reviews. If the bose are impressive enough then they may become the choice buds for the moment. Perhaps if the buds 4 pro prove to be good then perhaps during a shrewd sale time then I may consider. 😊

Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

Anonymous User — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:34:37 GMT

I got my whole samsung line up on black friday minus the s25 ultra. When I bought the phone i said no extras. How wrong was I. Tab s11 watch 8 buds pro 3 and galaxy book 3 360 later and im done 🤣🤣

Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

smiley — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:39:54 GMT

Haha... Ash. 😂

There are some great deals available and especially when stacking these 30% extra off watch and buds promotions.

You are 'all in ' on the samsung eco system again. Welcome back pal 😊

Re: Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

Anonymous User — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:41:35 GMT

Thank you very happy to be back 😊

Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

Obsydian — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:57:17 GMT

Oddly think year nothing is floating my boat.

I did pick up a Eufy S4 camera before BF, battery was dire, but video was 🔥, ended up with another Eufy S340 for £89.

Re: Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

Maria_vm — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 14:04:42 GMT

Haha! Did you go for it? 😅 Picking up my new tablet from John Lewis this afternoon 😍

Re: Re: Re: Re: 'Tech temptations' for black friday ?

smiley — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:02:05 GMT

I haven't yet!

I might still consider... but i may wait another month until Christmas sales... and see what is offered then. The deals are good, but 2 months ago a free keyboard cover was offered, so may wait and see if that becomes an offer again. 👍😉