CLEVELAND — As Black Friday approaches, shoppers can make the most of holiday deals by planning ahead, avoiding common pitfalls, and focusing on categories that offer real value this year.

Major retailers are advertising deep discounts across electronics, home goods and services, but analysts warn that not every sale tag guarantees savings.

Technology continues to be one of the strongest categories for Black Friday. Popular items such as televisions, headphones, gaming consoles, tablets and smart-home devices are expected to see discounts ranging from moderate price cuts to significant markdowns. Kitchen appliances and small home gadgets, including air fryers, pressure cookers and vacuums, are also projected to offer substantial savings.

While some items are worth buying now, others ten

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