Soundbars to air fryers: the best refurbished Black Friday tech deals

Buying second hand technology can be budget-friendly – and doesn’t necessarily mean compromising on quality

A man refurbishing a laptop
Making a second-hand purchase can help reduce levels of electronic waste that are likely to end up in landfill
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Investing in refurbished technology can help consumers cut costs with little to no compromise on quality – and this Black Friday, a number of top retailers are offering highly competitive deals on pre-loved tech.

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Julia O'Driscoll is the engagement editor. She covers UK and world news, as well as writing lifestyle and travel features. She regularly appears on “The Week Unwrapped” podcast, and hosted The Week's short-form documentary podcast, “The Overview”. Julia was previously the content and social media editor at sustainability consultancy Eco-Age, where she interviewed prominent voices in sustainable fashion and climate movements. She has a master's in liberal arts from Bristol University, and spent a year studying at Charles University in Prague.