Black Friday was first introduced to South Africa by Takealot in 2012, and since then, shoppers have scored epic deals on their favourite products during the five-day Blue Dot Sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This year, Takealot\u2019s countdown sale runs from today until 23 November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then, the Blue Dot Sale Early Access period launches, with even more deals that won\u2019t be beaten on Black Friday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Set your reminders, because the Blue Dot Sale then starts at 1 minute past midnight on 29 November 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This famous 24-hour live shopping marathon will be packed with exclusive deals and coupons that are updated every hour for 24 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expect big savings on the latest products from the biggest brands in the world – and tune in on Facebook<\/a><\/strong>, Instagram<\/a><\/strong> and YouTube<\/a><\/strong> for even more opportunities to save.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Blue Dot Sale runs from Black Friday into the Weekend Edition, Cyber Monday and Takealot Tuesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep visiting Takealot for new deals daily – and TakealotMORE members get exclusive deals and even bigger discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Start your free 1-month trial to qualify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are our top picks for the launch of the Blue Dot Sale Countdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is a powerful gaming laptop \u2013 featuring an RTX 4050 graphics card, a Ryzen 7 7735HS processor, and 16GB RAM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It also features a 15.6-inch FHD 144Hz display, which is ideal for competitive online gaming thanks to its lightning-fast refresh rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This 65-inch Smart TV offers incredible image quality thanks to its QLED panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This panel works with a wide range of display features for a premium viewing experience \u2013 including Quantum HDR, 4K Upscaling, and 100% Colour Volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These Sony headphones are a smash hit on Takealot, boasting a 4.7\/5 rating across over 800 reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is thanks to their comfortable fit, immersive audio profile, and long battery \u2013 which combine for an unrivalled listening experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Xiaomi Redmi 13 smartphone offers unrivalled value for money \u2013 particularly at this reduced price, and with a free Redmi 10,000mAh power bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It features an incredible 108MP primary camera sensor, as well as a 5,030mAh battery and 33W fast charging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is rounded out by a 6.79-inch FHD+ DotDisplay, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, and Ocean Blue and Midnight Black colour options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Garmin Vivoactive 5 smartwatch is more than a smartwatch \u2013 it is your personal on-wrist coach there to support your every goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It boasts a 4.7\/5 rating on Takealot across nearly 100 reviews \u2013 and this is thanks to its wealth of fitness features, bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen display, and connected features like Garmin Pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Samsung 990 PRO 1TB NVMe SSD is a lightning-fast storage device that offers 50% improved performance per watt over its predecessor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is thanks to its in-house smart heat controller, which delivers supreme power efficiency while maintaining excellent speed and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The SteelSeries Actis 7P+ headset is hugely popular with gamers \u2013 particularly those who game on PlayStation 5 consoles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are designed specifically for this console, but are also compatible with PlayStation 4, PC, Android, Switch, USB-C iPads, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Their multi-platform USB-C dongle lets you swap easily between systems, while their 30-hour battery life is complemented by 15-minute quick charging for 3 hours of use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This dishwasher is among the most popular on Takealot, and has a 4.7\/5 rating from over 250 reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is the perfect all-rounder, as it is A++ energy efficient, has a low 47dB noise level, and supports features like time delay, half load, and quick and dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bennett Read 9.7L air fryer offers all the size you need to cook healthier meals, fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Its dual-drawer setup ensures that you can cook two different foods at the same time without them touching \u2013 which is a total gamechanger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 54L SnoMaster is your ultimate adventure companion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It will keep your drinks chilled and your snacks fresh wherever you go \u2013 and even features bonuses like built-in bottle openers, lid cupholders, and an internal LED light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This Onyx gas braai is the perfect companion for anyone who wants the best braai experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It boasts a built-in thermometer for precision cooking, as well as features like a side table for food preparation, and a push-and-turn ignition system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Eucerin\u2019s advanced spectral technology offers very high factor UVA\/UVB protection and HEVIS light defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It also supports skin\u2019s DNA repair mechanism with sebum-regulating oil control technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The HP Smart Tank 580 provides every-day reliability and the HP quality you expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Its smart tank can print up to 18,000 pages of black, or 6,000 pages of colour ink \u2013 keeping your printing at a fraction of the cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Through the power of glycolic acid, you can instantly illuminate your complexion and experience long-lasting radiance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This cream is suitable for all skin types and is dermatologically tested for safety and effectiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\nASUS TUF A15 gaming laptop with RTX 4050 and 16GB RAM \u2013 R17,999 (Save R5,000)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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