As a brief aside, the Apple Store's usual Black Friday gift card offer is now live through Dec. 2; M2 and M3 MacBooks come with free vouchers worth up to $200. That doesn't beat any of the dollars-off discounts available elsewhere, but it could be a practical option for those enmeshed in the Apple ecosystem.

Our UK friends can get in on the deal, too. Amazon shaved £250 off the asking price while this Black Friday Surface deal lasts. For some of the best performance Microsoft offers married to a streamlined design, get in on these savings while you still can. Christmas trees: top-rated trees from $54.99

Microsoft is on a mission to change your perception of premium laptops and it’s doing so by making a compelling case against the MacBook. With the recent launch of the Surface Laptop 2024 series, Microsoft is determined to show that if you’re seeking top-tier power and innovation within the Windows ecosystem,