Black Friday, one of the most anticipated retail holidays of the year, is right around the corner. This year, it falls on November 24. With early-bird sales and holiday season excitement comes the need for preparation. With each Black Friday bringing with it discounts on everything, from kitchen appliances to phones and tablets, one can add all kinds of electronics to their shopping list. So, here are some tablets worth considering on Black Friday 2023:

Slate tablets
The slate or standalone tablet is the most traditional variant while also being the most popular option. Here, the gadget comes with a big touchscreen, ranging from 5 inches to 13 inches. While these are usually regular-sized tabs, one may also be able to find mini tablets.

1. On Black Friday, shoppers can expect amazing deals on slate tablets, but one must keep in mind that the prices can differ depending on screen size, features, and other specifications. An already affordable tablet, the Lenovo Tab M8, sold for just $79 at Walmart last Black Friday. 

2. Last year, shoppers got a $230 discount on the Samsung Galaxy 14.6-inch tab at Best Buy. This deal is worth following up on this Black Friday.

3. Those looking for affordable Samsung tablets can consider the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8. This gadget carried a $60 discount last Black Friday, selling for just $139. With a 10.5-inch display and 32GB of memory, the tablet can be a great Android option for students.

4. Additionally, Lenovo’s 10.6-inch slate tablet model has previously carried a post-discount price of $139 on the brand’s official website during the shopping season sale. With 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, this tablet is great for students and professionals, making it worth considering this shopping season.

5. The Lenovo Yoga tablets have previously sold for $319.99 during the holiday season. These flexible gadgets make streaming content, gaming, and working extremely convenient. Equipped with an 11-inch screen and Dolby Atmos® Quad speakers, the tab can offer a premium audio-visual experience at home.

Convertible tablets
Also known as 2-in-1 tablets, a convertible tablet, as the name suggests, can switch between tablet and laptop modes whenever needed. To make dual usage easier, the gadget comes with an attached keyboard that can be folded and placed behind the screen when one wishes to hold it as a tablet. However, thanks to their irresistible features, these tablet models can be quite expensive. But, on Black Friday, shoppers get a chance to grab these tablets at a cheaper price. 

6. Last year, Best Buy offered a $600 discount on the Microsoft convertible tablet PC. The 2-in-1 tablet comes with a 13-inch touch screen, Windows 11, 16GB of memory, and 256GB SSD, making it a product worth considering during this shopping season.

7. Alternatively, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet is an affordable 2-in-1 that can last up to 10 hours of use on a single charge, making it great for students. Last year, the tablet PC carried $50 off its regular price, making it one of the best deals on a Chromebook device.

iOS tablets
Apple offers regular-sized and mini tablets, called iPads, that come with unique features. If one is considering buying an iPad, they should wait for Black Friday, given the following past shopping season trends:

8. The previous generation iPad Air powered by Apple’s M1 processor carried a $50 discount, selling for $549 on Amazon last year. With a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display and magic keyboard support, this iPad is worth adding to the shopping list this year.

9. The 12.9-inch iPad Pro carried a $300 discount at Best Buy last year. What makes the tablet an excellent pick is its powerful M1 chip and 5G support.

10. The iPad mini has also carried discounts in the past on big sale days. For instance, it sold for $380 on Amazon after a $120 Black Friday discount last year. 

Tablets offer a plethora of features. They also come in multiple configurations and sizes to cater to diverse needs. For instance, while some only have a touchscreen, others can come with attached keyboards and other accessories. To get them at affordable prices, this sale season, one should do their research and bookmark retailer and brand sites likely to offer good deals on tablets based on past Black Friday trends.