The best Verizon Black Friday deal by far is a free iPhone 16 Pro, normally $999. And Apple is throwing in a free Apple Watch and iPad to go along with them, provided you're willing to pay for cellular service.

I've tested every major phone release this year, and keep a close eye on the top deals and discounts from manufacturers and carriers -- especially during big sales events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

W hen you think of Black Friday savings, phone carriers aren't likely the first thing that comes to mind, but if you know where to look, you can find some of the best deals of the