Just plug in, pair with a smartphone app and you’re good to go. According to so many reviewers, these plugs are surprisingly easy to use. Plug one in, open the Alexa app on your smartphone and it’ll automatically pair itself to your Wi-Fi. Bottom line: these are perfect for Christmas trees and holiday lighting, grab them on sale.

Grassroots movements like the 'Mass Blackout' are urging Americans to refuse to shop this Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday, to protest the widening wealth gap.

Breville makes the best smart ovens and air fryers around and they're deeply discounted during these early Black Friday deals.