Wirecutter’s Jason Chen Breaks Down Your Biggest Black Friday & Holiday Shopping Doubts

Jason Chen answers your top Black Friday shopping questions. Jason Chen answers your top Black Friday shopping questions.

12. Is Cyber Monday Still Relevant?

Yes, Cyber Monday remains key for online deals, especially on tech and electronics.
Yes, Cyber Monday remains key for online deals, especially on tech and electronics.

Chen explains that Cyber Monday has transformed dramatically.

Today’s Cyber Monday focuses on:

  • Software and subscription services
  • Online-only electronics
  • Smart home bundles
  • Cloud storage discounts
  • Antivirus and VPN deals

Why it still matters:

  • Many digital items see their lowest price of the entire year
  • Retailers often release late-night online flash deals
  • Some Black Friday offers repeat or improve slightly

However, Chen emphasizes that Cyber Monday should be treated as the final round of the Black Friday sale, not a separate event.