You're Going to Want to Shop Every One of These Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals

Updated on 11/29/2016 at 10:30 PM

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the best times to shop for tech items big and small, but gone are the days of shopping on specific days for the perfect savings. Many deals are already in full swing — so get hustling! After much scouring, here are some of my favorite picks in advance so that you don't spend Thanksgiving dinner at a so-called "doorbuster."

For the brands trying to outdo each other on social media, make sure to follow your favorite stores' Facebook pages. I think a lot of companies will be using Facebook Live to get crafty this year. And of course, download any favorite brand's app and allow notifications for potential early leads. So perk up and get to work, because the sales are ON! Shall we begin?

My personal favorites are the loads of Apple sales at various big-box retailers. Apple sales in themselves are hard to find, so take advantage — here are some of my particular favorites.

Apple Watch Series 1

Apple Watch in any series is a solid choice and worth picking up. Monitor your activity, receive texts and notifications right on your wrist, and let the gadget hold you to your daily steps. What are you missing out on? Series 2's biggest feature is its waterproof capability, which is great for monitoring your laps in the pool. Save $72 by purchasing at Target.

iPad Air 2

The iPad Air 2 is full of great features like a 9.7-inch screen, 10 hours of battery life, an 8-megapixel camera, and fun adds like the touch ID fingerprint sensor that allows you to open the device with your fingerprint. Save $35 by purchasing at Target.

iPad Mini 2, 32GB

The smaller iPad is still mighty and worth the deal! It's equipped with a 7.9-inch retina display, A7 chip, and 5-megapixel camera with 1080p video. I love how portable it is; you can easily toss it in your purse, and it gives you plenty of power without the extra weight. Save $70 by purchasing at Walmart.

Apple TV

In my opinion, the Apple TV is a must-have gadget. Watch Netflix, Hulu, and iTunes movies without any fuss. The upgraded version is fantastic with the Siri voice remote capabilities. Save $40 by purchasing at Best Buy.

All iPods

Though the iPods don't get as much hype these days as, say, the new iPhone 7, from Touch to Shuffle, they are still good for workouts and offer such a dynamic range of storage options and even camera capabilities. Save 20 percent by purchasing on Target.com.

iTunes Gift Cards

If you want to stock up on no-brainer gifts for those who are hard to buy for, you can't go wrong with an iTunes gift card. Best Buy is advertising them as buy one, get one 30 percent off!

Canon EOS Rebel T6 DSLR

If you're looking for a solid DSLR, I highly recommend the T6 from Canon. I have been using this for nearly a year, and the output is stunning. It's also a great option for a beginner to a pro. It includes an 18-55mm lens and a 75-300mm lens as well as the camera bag. Purchase at Kohl's for $450 and you'll also get $135 in Kohl's Cash.

Speck Smartphone Case

There's nothing more painful than handing over $50 for a cool smartphone case when you know it likely took a fraction to create. That's why you should opt for a case that will actually protect your phone, like cool and stylish Speck cases. These will be 50 percent off on Black Friday at Best Buy.

SanDisk Flash Drives, 16GB to 256GB

OK, so it might sound super nerdy, but let's face it: we all need some handy and portable external storage! Whether you want to save all your pictures from your computer or carry any work files on the go, now is the time to buy. Purchase at Best Buy and save up to $102 pending size.

Braven BRV-1 Bluetooth Speaker

Waterproof, rugged, and incredibly lightweight, the BRV-1 lasts a strong 12 hours and is made for the outdoor enthusiast. Save $40+ by purchasing at Walmart.

Sonos Play 1

The Sonos lineup of Bluetooth speakers is known for their interconnectedness and superior sound. Don't let the size on the Play 1 fool you; place it anywhere for serious sound output. Save $50 by purchasing at Best Buy.