#holiday-shopping

#holiday-shopping

AI is becoming central to how people shop, and the holiday shopping season is no longer confined to Black Friday and Cyber Monday but is spreading across a longer, more dynamic calendar. Those are two of the findings from Klaviyo's " 2025 Black Friday Cyber Monday (BFCM) Forecast " (registration required), a global study of 7,000 consumers. While Black Friday and Cyber Monday remain the biggest moment of the year for brands, they're no longer the only ones that matter.

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, and while the prospect of cooler weather and shorter days can be a tough adjustment, at least there is always a great selection of deals to combat the post-summer blues. You'll have to wait until September 1st to celebrate the actual holiday, sure, but in the meantime, we've gone ahead and rounded up the best discounts you can get so far on a variety of Verge-approved gadgets and goods, from earbuds to the latest e-readers.

Fast, free delivery is now common for consumers, with at least 35% of orders anticipated to arrive within 24 hours during the holiday shopping season.

The National Tree Company Faux Douglas Fir combines ease of setup with significant height, earning an 8 out of 10 rating and ensuring a festive centerpiece for holiday gatherings.