Buying a new TV on Black Friday? You’ll need these 10 accessories too
Like most tech products, TVs get the full Black Friday treatment, meaning you can snap up a bargain-basement OLED or QLED TV for next to nothing. You could leave it at that and get watching, but you’re going to find yourself back shopping again for TV accessories soon enough.
I’m talking about a good quality soundbar and TV backlighting kit to make your TV experience like the movies. Ideally, you’ll want a wall mount or a stand to position your TV where you need it. A HDMI cable will allow you to use peripherals like your gaming console and PC with your TV. What’s more, you’re going to need a surge protector and screen cleaning kit to look after your new device. Here we simplify your search with a list of the top 10 must-have TV accessories.
Must-have TV accessories
- HDMI cables: You need one of these to send sound and video to your TV from any devices you want to connect to it, including a gaming console, Blu-ray player, or your laptop. The Monoprice HDMI cable comes with HDMI certification, which not all HDMI cables have — it’s a guarantee that the cable will work with all devices requiring HDMI. Get it on Amazon for $18.
- Soundbar: A soundbar will deliver better-quality sound than your TV speakers, making you feel like you’re out at the movies but in the comfort of your own home. This Bose soundbar promises clear, refined audio and easy connectivity with both Bluetooth and HDMI support. See it on Amazon for $199.
- Streaming device: Get one if your TV doesn’t come with it built-in so that you can stream TV shows and movies from your favorite streaming services (like Netflix and Disney+). Roku Ultra has hands-free voice control and supports 4K streaming of favorite TV channels like Netflix, Apple TV+, Prime Video. It’s just $75 on Amazon.
- Surge protector: A simple power surge could fry your TV and render it a dead weight but this handy device will prevent that happening. This SUPERDANNY Power Protector gives you 18 power outlets as well as four USB ports (2x USB-A and 2x USB-C), which is great value for what you pay. It’s just $27 on Amazon.
- Screen cleaning kit: Clean off dust and fingerprints and keep your TV looking great with one of these kits. This EVEO screen cleaner is especially made for TVs and comes with an easy-to-apply spray bottle and microfiber cloth. It’s half price (just $9) on Amazon for Black Friday.
- TV backlighting kit: Backlights for your TV can brighten up the space behind it with colorful light that add theatrical ambiance. The Govee TV LED Backlight allows you to control your TV’s backlighting via an app or with Alexa or Google Assistant. It’s only $16 on Amazon for Black Friday.
- Wall mount: Wall mounting your TV helps save space, keeps your TV and people safe from falls, and can help make a visual statement in your home. The Echogear MaxMotion TV mount is compatible with TVs between 42 inches and 90 inches (up to 125lbs) and major TV brands like LG, Sony, Vizio and Samsung. The Amazon Black Friday price is $88 (32% off).
- Universal remote: If you don’t like the clutter and confusion of having multiple remotes, a universal remote allows you to control all your devices from one stick. The SofaBaton U2 universal remote supports up to 500,000 remote control models including TVs, stereos, DVD players, Blu-ray players, projectors (and other devices). See it for $48 (20% off) on Amazon.
- TV stand: If you don’t like the idea of your TV being fixed to a wall (with a wall mount), a TV stand is a great alternative option that lets you move your TV at will. The Perlegear Universal Swivel TV stand is Amazon’s best-selling TV stand that fits TVs ranging in size from 32 inches up to 70 inches. It’s on sale for just $34 this Black Friday.
- Cable management kits: You can keep unsightly and hazardous cables for your TV and the peripherals you plug into it locked down with one of these kits. A Norocme cable management kit has everything you need to keep cables at bay including cable sleeves, wires, cord holders, adhesive cable tie rolls, and cable clips. Get it for $15 on Amazon.
Black Friday happens just once a year, so why not save a few bucks and get everything you need for all your other devices too? While you’re shopping, be sure to check our accessory guides for your laptop, PC desktop, smartphone, tablet, and monitor too.