APPLE AirPods remain one of the most giftable gadgets around.

As prices start to shift ahead of the November rush, we’ll be highlighting the best Apple AirPods Black Friday deals to be had as they land.

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Few things rival the thrill of unwrapping a Christmas present and spotting that unmistakable Apple logo. 

But with demand always sky-high, Apple AirPods don’t usually come cheap.

That’s why the run-up to Black Friday is the smartest time to keep your eyes peeled for a price drop.

From wallet-friendly AirPods deals to splashing out on the premium AirPods Max, we’ll be keeping track of the best offers as they land, and making sure you know when it’s worth clicking “buy.”

Unsure which pair deserves a spot on your list? Our tech editor Sean Keach has broken it down with his Apple AirPods Pro review.

You can check out how must-have models stack up in his Apple AirPods 4 review, Apple AirPods Max review, and Apple AirPods Pro 3 review.

And while we’ll be spotlighting the Apple deals as they roll in, we’ll also be tracking the best Black Friday deals across the wider sales throughout November.

When is Black Friday 2025?

In 2025, Black Friday takes place on November 28, so make sure to pop that date in your diary!

Previously just a one-day sale, Black Friday has now transformed into a month-long savings event.

For many, Black Friday is a great time to stock up on winter essentials and save on gifts and trending toys ahead of Christmas.

Curious to learn more about the November shopping bonanza? We’ve got you covered.

Check out our Black Friday explainer to discover the meaning behind Black Friday’s name.

Is Apple taking part in Black Friday this year?

While Apple doesn’t usually take part in sales such as Black Friday, plenty of other retailers do.

Shoppers can head to retailers like Amazon, Argos, Currys, and John Lewis to search for the biggest discounts on Apple AirPods.

Although Apple tends to shy away from Black Friday and doesn’t usually offer direct price cuts for its products, the brand does offer gift cards with qualifying purchases during the sales weekend.

What to expect from Apple’s Black Friday sale 2025

As mentioned above, we’re expecting several retailers to offer deals on a selection of Apple AirPods.

Not sure where to shop? We suggest checking out the following retailers on Black Friday:

• Amazon
• Argos
• John Lewis
• Currys
• AO 
• Very

For all your gadgets and electronics, visit our tech Black Friday deals hub.

What was in Apple’s sale last year?

In 2024, shoppers were treated to plenty of deals on Apple AirPods.

Here are just a few of the top offers available during last year’s sale:

AirPods (3rd generation)

• Apple AirPods (3rd generation) with Lightning Charging Case, £129 (was £149) from Amazon – buy here
• Apple AirPods (3rd generation), £5.38/month for 24 months, £50 upfront from O2 – buy here
• Apple AirPods (3rd generation) £119.99 from eBay – buy here

AirPods Pro 2

• Apple AirPods Pro 2 MagSafe Case (USB-C), £175.11 after cashback from OnBuy – buy here
• Apple AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Case (USB-C), £179 (was £229) from EE – buy here

AirPods 4

• Apple AirPods 4 with ANC, £169 (was £179) from Amazon – buy here
• Apple AirPods 4 without ANC, £129 from Amazon – buy here
• Apple AirPods 4, £4.84/month for 24 months, £45 upfront from O2 – buy here

AirPods Max

• Apple AirPods Max, £429 (was £499) from Very – buy here
• Apple AirPods Max, £14.96/month for 24 months, £140 upfront from O2 – buy here

It’s also worth shopping on Amazon and eBay for refurbished AirPods, especially if you’re hoping to save.

For those concerned about the quality of refurbished devices, they come inspected, tested, and checked by professionals.

You can check out our refurbished tech guide for more information.

When is Cyber Monday 2025 and is Apple taking part?

In 2025, Cyber Monday takes place on December 1.

Typically, you’ll find some of the best online deals on Cyber Monday as retailers wrap up the sale season.

Although Apple doesn’t tend to participate in Cyber Monday sales, other retailers that stock the brand’s products do so make sure to shop around.

For a look at the wider sale and what to expect, head to our ‘When is Cyber Monday?’ explainer.

How much does Apple’s shipping cost?

If you’re ordering directly from Apple, standard delivery is free for all online orders.

Scheduled delivery options may also be available.

If you’re ordering Apple products elsewhere, delivery costs will vary.

Remember to keep an eye out for any free shipping promotions, and if you’re an Amazon Prime member, you’ll be eligible for free next-day deliveries on millions of items.

Does Apple offer any other discounts?

Yes, additional discounts are available for school and university students, as well as teaching staff.

You can find out more by visiting Apple’s Education Store.

It’s also worth taking a closer look at the retailer’s trade-in programme and certified refurbished product page if you’re not set on buying brand-new AirPods.

How much are AirPods?

That depends on the generation you opt for and whether or not you shop during a sale.

Shoppers can expect to pay £119 for Apple AirPods 4, or £169 when they choose AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.

The AirPods Pro 3 are priced at £219, and the AirPods Max, which provide the ultimate over‑ear listening experience, come with a price tag of £499.

During Black Friday, we often stumble across deep discounts on some of the above devices, so it’s worth waiting to save if you can.

 

What is the difference between AirPods and AirPods Pro?

Shoppers who purchase the AirPods 4 can enjoy up to five hours of listening time on one charge, plus up to 30 hours of listening with the case.

AirPods are also dust, sweat, and water-resistant.

As mentioned above, tech lovers can also purchase the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.

In contrast, if you purchase Apple’s Pro model, you’ll receive a MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C).

This charging case works with Apple Watch chargers and Qi‑certified chargers.

If you decide to purchase Apple’s Pro version, you’ll also enjoy a longer battery life and several other handy features.

Do AirPods work with Android?

AirPods work with any Bluetooth-enabled device, including most Android devices, as well as most Windows computers and select smart TVs.

Although AirPods work with Android devices, it is worth keeping in mind that you will lose out on several handy features when you use them on non-Apple platforms, such as Siri, ear detection, and customisable double-tap functions.

How to connect AirPods

To connect to an iPhone, first make sure the smartphone is up to date with the latest iOS release.

Once you have the latest iOS, you can follow these simple steps to set up your AirPods:

1. Hold the AirPods in the open charging case close to the iPhone
2. Once you see an animation on your iPhone display tap ‘Connect”
3. Follow the setup guide on the iPhone screen for AirPods or AirPods Pro
4. You will need to set up “Hey Siri” on your iPhone if you haven’t already done so
5. Once completed, tap ‘done’
6. Your AirPods should automatically be set up with any other supported devices logged into iCloud under your Apple ID

How to reset AirPods

To reset your AirPods you can follow the steps below:

1. Close the lid on your charging case and place your AirPods inside
2. Wait 30 seconds before continuing
3. Open the lid on your charging case
4. Go to Settings > Bluetooth on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and hit the “i” symbol next to your AirPods. (If your AirPods aren’t visible in Settings > Bluetooth, skip to the next step)
5. Press Forget This Device and confirm
6. Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case, with the lid open, for around 15 seconds, until the status light flashes amber, then white
7. Reconnect the AirPods by placing them near your smartphone with the lid open
8. Follow the instructions on the screen of your smartphone to complete the re-connection

Are AirPods waterproof?

Some AirPods have an IPX4 rating, which means they are splash-resistant.

While this makes them a good fit for gym workouts and surviving being splashed with water, they are not waterproof.

Submerging AirPods in water is likely to break them.

How to clean AirPods

You should be careful when cleaning AirPods. 

Avoid using liquids or cleaning products that may be abrasive or enter the part of the earbuds.

Apple recommends a “soft, dry, lint-free cloth” for cleaning the outer casing of AirPods.

For the speaker mesh and microphone, Apple recommends “a dry cotton swab”.

For full details on how to clean each model, head to the Apple website.

FROM October 12, 2025, British travellers could be hit with delays thanks to the introduction of the new EU Entry-Exit System.

The use of EES will begin this weekend for the very first time, and holidaymakers believe they’ll be facing longer wait times as a result.

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The EU Entry-Exit System for travellers will start on Sunday October 12[/caption]

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When you use EES, the first time you travel you’ll need to register at a special machine called a kiosk where you will scan your passport.

The machine will then take your fingerprints and a photo – children under 12 will not need to give fingerprints.

You will also answer four quick questions on the screen about your trip, such as where you are staying and confirming you have enough money for your holiday.

The EES checks will happen when you arrive at your destination airport in the Schengen area – but not all of them.

Madrid will be registering arrivals from a single, early-morning flight on October 12, 2025.

In Germany, Dusseldorf Airport will have EES, but will only a small proportion of travellers will be required to go through the new system.

Meanwhile, Estonia, Luxembourg and now the Czech Republic say they are ready to check every arriving and departing traveller from their airports.

Depending on where British travellers fly into, will depend on whether or not they have an EES check, or continue with a passport stamp.

While EES is ready in certain places now, it’s a gradual process and is being rolled out over the course of 180 days, from October 12, 2025 to April 9, 2026.

Meanwhile, managers at the Port of Dover have insisted there will not be delays on Sunday, as traffic levels will be “manageable”, as reported by the BBC.

A government spokesperson said: “We are supporting ports and carriers to ensure EES registration is simple for anyone travelling to the Schengen area.”

For the first few weeks, only lorry drivers and coach passengers will have to register with EES at Dover.

Other traffic, including the thousands of car passengers who use the crossings, will be subject to the new system from November 1, 2025.

The same goes for those travelling through the Eurotunnel.

At the Eurostar entrance in St Pancras, EES registration will take place upon departure, overseen by French border officials.

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Brits will need to have biometric checks instead of having their passports stamped[/caption]

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And from October 12, only passengers travelling in business and premium class will be subject to EES checks – for other passengers, they will begin in January 2026.

Minister for Border Security and Asylum, Alex Norris, said: “We recognise that EES checks will be a significant change for British travellers, which is why we have worked closely with our European partners to ensure the rollout goes as smoothly as possible.  

“The UK and EU have a shared objective of securing our borders and these modernisation measures will help us protect our citizens and prevent illegal migration.” 

For more on EES and ETIAS, one travel expert revealed what to expect.

Meanwhile, Brits face £185 visa fee when visiting the US under new rules.

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STUNNED shoppers couldn’t believe their luck after spotting a host of famous faces filming in a major shopping centre.

Love Island star Shakira Khan, former The Only Way Is Essex star Joey Essex and JLS singer JB Gill were all caught on camera.

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Clips shared on TikTok show Joey taking part in a giant conga[/caption]

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Another shows Shakira, Joey, Ranvir and JB standing[/caption]

Joining the trio was ITV presenter and Lorraine stand-in host Ranvir Singh as the group filmed with a big production crew.

They appeared in high spirits as clips emerged all over TikTok after the Westquay shopping mall shoot in Southampton.

Videos showed the moment Joey joined in a giant conga dance past the stores, lead by The X Factor bandmate JB.

Passers-by captured the moment the four stood in the middle of a walkway, appearing to film a talking segment.

They look as if they’re waiting for some sort of results after completing a series of challenges around the centre.

Another angle shows Shakira talking to shoppers as the camera crew hold a boom microphone above her.

People in the TikTok comments couldn’t believe they’d missed seeing the stars filming in Southampton earlier this week.

One wrote: “Why is joey Essex in west quay.”

While someone else asked: “Why the hell was reem in west quay.”

Luckily, the user who uploaded one of the clips was able to say what they were doing, revealing they were filming Gary Lineker‘s new gameshow The Box.

The footy star’s programme – which is a format originally from Norway – is a mixture of “‘I’m a Celeb’ and ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins‘.”

The Sun exclusively revealed that Gary had signed on the dotted line for the new show.

“The Box is massive in Norway, and the rights were quickly sold to Denmark and now the UK,” a source told us in August.

“ITV are really excited about it – and believe they have finally found a worthy successor to Saturday Night Takeaway.

“They have long been sniffing around Gary and just needed to find the right format for him.

“They’re confident they’ve found that now, and the BBC’s loss is their gain.”

Celebrities are expected to take part in challenges, but they’re not meant to feel like Bushtucker Trials, a source told The Sun.

“Unlike other shows, The Box isn’t about facing fears and phobias, it’s about stepping into the unknown.

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Joey has joined the line-up for the new gameshow The Box[/caption]

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The show is a format from Norway and will be hosted by Gary Lineker[/caption]

“When the boxes open they’ll be launched into a variety of unexpected, fast-paced daring, comedic and mischievous challenges.”

Other confirmed stars taking part in The Box are The Chase‘s Jenny Ryan, Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies, comedian Ellie Taylor, former politician John Bercow, ex-footballer Graeme Souness and YouTube content creator Danny Aarons.

MORRISONS has launched a new delivery service which will bring fresh groceries to customers in an hour.

The delivery service “Morrisons Now” will be available to shoppers who live near one of the 420 stores participating in the scheme.

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The new service brings fresh food to your door within the hour[/caption]

From today shoppers can get fresh food delivered from a Morrisons store to their door within an hour.

Customers can order up to 30 items with a minimum order value of £15.

The service charges a £4.50 delivery fee and the order will be delivered by a delivery partner on a courier bike or in a car.

The supermarket currently offers delivery from 158 shops but promises it will be in the full 420 stores by the end of October.

To order shoppers need to head to Morrisons.com or the Morrisons Groceries app, select Morrisons Now and fill their baskets.

Customers can track their order from the store to their front door through the app.

Charlotte Exell, group online director for Morrisons, said: “We are delighted to offer this service to our customers across the country, supporting them with fresh food delivered fast.

“We know that life is busy and Morrisons Now is here to make those everyday moments easier, delivering what you need, within as little as an hour.”

Shoppers will be able to use an “instant shop” function to quickly build their order.

For an even speedier process, shoppers can save their credit card details and addresses to their account.

A statement from Morrisons said: “Morrisons Now is the latest step in Morrisons commitment to convenience and customer service,

“Giving shoppers more ways than ever to access fresh, high quality food at speed.”

The grocery giant is following other big supermarkets with its speedy delivery service.

Sainsbury’s launched Chop Chop in 2016, starting with only 20 stores it quickly spread to 50 by May 2020.

Meanwhile Tesco offers shoppers Tesco Whoosh also promising to deliver groceries within 60 minutes.

Waitrose uses other platforms such as Deliveroo, UberEats and JustEat to bring shopping to its customers door.

Asda Express delivery has both a rapid one-hour service or a same-day option.

Online supermarket Ocado has an Ocado Zoom operating in certain cities which delivers within the hour.

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Morrisons will roll-out the scheme to 420 stores[/caption]

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EXPERTS have had their say on who will leave Strictly Come Dancing this weekend – and it’s not Chris Robshaw.

The former rugby union player, 39, who is partnered with Nadiya Bychkova, found himself in the bottom last week.

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It’s Movie Week on this Saturday’s live Strictly Come Dancing[/caption]

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The bookies have decided who they think is going home this weekend[/caption]

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Chris found himself in the bottom two dance-off last weekend[/caption]

Now bookies are predicting that Lorraine showbiz reporter Ross King, 63, is in the firing line for week three’s elimination.

Ahead of Movie Week, Coral bookmakers have Ross and his partner Jowita Przystal at 10-11 to be eliminated in a dance-off.

Chris is 5-4 to leave, while Stefan Dennis is 8-1. They’ve got Balvinder Sopal on 20-1, with RuPaul’s Drag Race star on matching odds.

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is 25-1 for the next Strictly elimination.

“Ross avoided the dance-off last weekend, but our odds suggest he will be in the bottom two this time around and he will lose his place on the series,” said Coral’s John Hill.

Ross escaped elimination last week despite being very low down the leaderboard – now experts predict his luck has run out.

The star-studded line-up face Movie Week this weekend, pulling together dances to famous films from all genres.

Ross and Jowita are attempting the Paso Doble to a Thunderbirds-inspired routine.

He appeared back alongside Lorraine on the ITV daytime show earlier this week ahead of his live performance on Saturday.

“Thunderbirds. I think I’m going to be a Thunderbird. I’m a puppet. He’s a puppet. I’ll be alright… my moves will be a bit stiff,” he said.

Ross got emotional as he told Lorraine the real reason he’s taking part in Strictly.

He said he wants to “encourage people of a certain age to just go there and enjoy it”.

Ross added: “If I can get out there and do it. So can you, I mean, it is lucky that I’m having one of the best dancers in the world to help me, eight hours a day.

“Thank you to Team Lorraine here, people in Scotland who voted, all the people who voted yes, every member of the public, the feedback has been, yeah.”

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Ross King is the bookies’ favourite for the next elimination on Saturday[/caption]

Last week when Ross made it through, fans thought he swore on live TV.

As he celebrated, some eagle-eyed viewers thought he said the f-word.

One viewer wrote: “ROSS SAYING WHAT THE F**K LMFAOOOO.”

A second posted: “Did Ross just swear when the results were called?”

While on Lorraine, Ross set the record straight, saying: “I didn’t swear, despite what people say. I did not swear.

“It was a genuine shock, because I was pretty sure that, you know, we’d be in the dance off.”

Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday, with the results show airing on Sunday.

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He’s dancing to a Thunderbirds movie-themed routine this weekend[/caption]

A BELOVED family-run DIY shop that has served its community for over 100 years is closing its doors for good.

The traditional ironmongers, affectionately nicknamed the “Four Candles shop” by regulars after The Two Ronnies sketch, has been praised for its old-school service and friendly advice.

Based in Christchurch, Dorset, Castles Home Hardware has been part of the town’s high street since 1922.

But after almost 104 years, its owners say they can no longer make ends meet.

Siblings Brian and Gary Adams, who have run the store for decades, told the Daily Echo, the business has been hit by a “perfect storm” of rising rent, roadworks chaos and Labour’s tax changes.

They are now holding a closing-down sale before the doors shut for good.

Brian said: “It has become increasingly difficult for small businesses to thrive in the current climate and it is with a heavy heart that we have to close the business after 104 years of trading.

“There are four factors that have led to this.

“The local council has lost the plot. I have lost count of the number of times the road outside has been closed for roadworks.

“When they do it is absolute chaos and customers can’t park. There’s roadworks outside now.

“There is a car park close by with 150 spaces that the council has sold for housing. People just can’t park at this end of the high street.

“The government is getting rid of business rate relief, so from next April where we paid £16,000 a year we would be paying up to £50,000.

“The increase in National Insurance and minimum wage hasn’t helped.

“We have had to let staff go from the shop and haven’t replaced them because it is no longer cost effective.

“And our landlord is putting the rent up from £38,000 to £45,000 next year.

“We just can’t afford it anymore, it’s impossible.

“We can’t put our prices up because we have to compete with Wicks, B&Q and Screwfix.

“Our two suppliers have gone bust and we can’t find any other suppliers willing to sell anything less than pallet loads of stock and we just haven’t got the storage for it.

“The majority of our customers are people of a certain age. They don’t like to buy online, they prefer to come in and see and feel and smell what they are buying.

“The local and national governments haven’t got a clue.

“The national government has no idea about the general public. They haven’t got the foggiest about how life in the real world works. They are just out for themselves.”

The shop’s loyal customers have expressed sadness online, calling it “the end of an era” and praising the Adams brothers for keeping a true “old-fashioned British shop” alive for so long.

Across the country, independent DIY and home stores are being squeezed out as rising costs and online shopping take their toll.

Earlier this year, Harringtons Hardware in Taunton shut its doors after 85 years, saying trade had “collapsed” due to competition from retail chains.

In Devizes, Marlborough Ironmongers, a 97-year-old business, announced its closure in the summer after what the owner called “a brutal year of bills and bureaucracy.”

And Handyman Supplies in Shrewsbury, which survived both world wars, closed in March blaming “crippling rent rises and falling footfall.”

A BCP Council spokesperson said the by-pass car park in Christchurch was sold to Christchurch Town Council in September 2025 and is still operated as a public car park by Waitrose.

They added that three other council-run car parks remain open nearby, providing a total of 584 spaces.

On the issue of ongoing roadworks, the council said the work is being undertaken by a private contractor alongside Wessex Water.

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