Are Cyber Monday deals actually the lowest prices of the year?

For many products, yes. Amazon devices, headphones, and accessories typically hit their absolute lowest prices on Cyber Monday. Laptops match or beat all other sale events. TVs are sometimes lower on Black Friday. Phones often see better deals during carrier promotions throughout the year. On average, Cyber Monday prices are within 5% of the year's absolute lowest price for most electronics categories.

Should I wait for Cyber Monday or buy during Black Friday?

If a product hits your target price on Black Friday, buy it. There is no guarantee it will be cheaper on Cyber Monday, and it might sell out. If the Black Friday price is not as low as you hoped, wait for Cyber Monday — many products drop an additional 5-10%. The risk of waiting is stock-outs. The safest strategy is to buy at your target price whenever it appears, rather than gambling on a slightly lower Cyber Monday price.

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