
Patrick Farmer
Patrick (he/him) is the eCommerce Editor of Android Central. After working in independent bookstores for the better part of a decade and using freelance writing as a side hustle, Patrick switched to writing full time in 2020. Patrick’s writing has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, The Hill, BestReviews, OddityMall, and many other publications across the web. He joined Android Central as the Deals and Commerce Writer in 2022 and now runs the site’s eCommerce efforts and coverage of major sale events. Although he’s written about everything from exercise equipment to turntables, Patrick’s work nowadays is primarily concerned with saving people money on tech. He’s particularly passionate about eliminating buyer’s remorse and taking subjects that can be confusing for shoppers — such as switching wireless carriers or buying a new smart TV — and breaking them down into simple, easy-to-understand terms. Whether you’re a veteran tech-head or a novice, Patrick offers honest, no-nonsense shopping advice with years of hands-on experience to back it up. When he isn’t hunting down the best discounts or digging through the fine print of a carrier deal, Patrick enjoys trekking around the Rocky Mountains, camping out at a brewery, or spending time with his beloved polydactyl cat.
Latest articles by Patrick Farmer

How to find the best Android deals during Prime Day — 5 sneaky tips for finding legit tech discounts
By Patrick Farmer published
Get ready I've been working Prime Day for years - here are my top 5 tips for saving money and having fun during Amazon's biggest sale of the year.

That's not a typo: new T-Mobile deal gets you a free Pixel phone AND earbuds, no trade-in required
By Patrick Farmer published
Amazing! Buy the Pixel 9a from T-Mobile while adding an eligible line and you'll get the phone for FREE, plus a free pair of Pixel buds, just for kicks.

Best Buy takes on Amazon with an EPIC sale of its own — see the top 5 Android deals that actually matter
By Patrick Farmer published
Don't wait! For a limited time, Best Buy is heavily discounting some of my favorite tech, with a particular focus on Android accessories.

It's official: Amazon Prime Day returns on July 8th! See our FAQ and top early deals for Android users
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Get ready Amazon's biggest sale of the year has been announced, and I'm gathering all of the info you need to prepare, plus some early deals!

The best Samsung laptop I've ever used is currently $500 OFF, but one detail is making me nervous
By Patrick Farmer published
Sleek savings Currently receiving a major discount from Samsung, the Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 is an incredible laptop, but not everything about this deal is perfect.

Best Android phones under $100 in 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Keep it cheap! You don't have to settle to get a great Android phone for under $100. If your budget is minuscule and you want to maximize value, this list is for you.

Best Samsung laptops 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
A galaxy of choices Samsung may not make as many laptops as it used to, but it still has plenty of great options. Here are the best Samsung laptops to choose from.

Going abroad? Never miss a moment with this 79% OFF NordVPN deal — plus score some free Amazon cash!
By Patrick Farmer published
This is huge NordVPN is offering an outstanding deal for customers who sign up for one of its two-year service plans, plus you'll be eligible for a free Amazon gift card.

How to get $1,150 OFF the Galaxy Z Fold 7 before the phone even (officially) exists
By Patrick Farmer published
I'm not joking Sign up for Samsung's Galaxy Reserve program before Unpacked on July 8th and you could score up to $1,150 off the next devices when they're announced.

When does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 launch?
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Don't flip The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is likely to be revealed later this year. Here's everything we know so far.

When does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 launch?
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Get ready The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is almost certain to arrive sometime this year, but when? Let's do some good old-fashioned speculating.

These 6 prepaid SIM cards for U.S. tourists will take your summer vacation to the next level
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Travel in comfort With the best prepaid SIM cards for U.S. travelers and tourists, you'll be connected with family and friends, no matter where you are in the country.

I tracked down the best Verizon deals for Android users so you don't have to: June 2025 edition
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Whether you're trading in an old device or adding a new line, you can save loads of money with the Verizon phone deals found in this guide.

I dug up the best T-Mobile deals of June 2025 so you can call off the search
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Join the party T-Mobile has no shortage of great deals on Android phones; here are some of my favorites from this month.

The 'definitive value flagship of 2025' now comes with a FREE $100 gift card — don't wait!
By Patrick Farmer published
That's like free money The OnePlus 13R is one of our favorite affordable smartphones, and now it comes with a free gift card at Best Buy.

We called this phone 'incredibly gorgeous' two years ago, and now it's over 50% OFF at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Huge savings Best Buy is carving an outstanding $450 off the Motorola Edge Plus (2023), one of our favorite Moto phones in recent years. But is the flagship starting to show its age?

Forget Prime Day, Best Buy just launched a HUGE sale on Android phones — see the top 5 deals in my cart
By Patrick Farmer published
Up to $450 off For a limited time, Best Buy is offering huge price cuts on some of the most popular Android phones.

This premium Garmin watch is 47% OFF at Amazon today — why you should (and maybe shouldn't) buy it now
By Patrick Farmer published
Nearly half off! Amazon just dropped a major sale on Garmin watches, and one model in particular has caught my eye.

This is the best Android phone of 2025, and Best Buy will literally pay you to buy it
By Patrick Farmer published
Free gift cards, galore Best Buy is slashing up to $200 off the OnePlus 13, and now the retailer will even throw in a free gift card.

I write about wireless carriers for a living, and these are the cheap data plans that I'd recommend in 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Affordable data! Here are some of the finest cheap data plans you can get, from both prepaid and mainstream carriers. These plans include data, 5G access, and more.

These are the best smart home devices of 2025, according to our team of experts
By Patrick Farmer, Samuel Contreras last updated
Living in the future There has never been a better time to build your smart home ecosystem than today. Choose from a wide variety of products and multi-platform compatibility to make your home smarter in a jiffy.

New T-Mobile deal hooks you up with a FREE Motorola Razr Plus — no trade-in required!
By Patrick Farmer published
No way! Add a line with one of T-Mobile's qualifying unlimited plans and you'll score enough promo credits to make the Motorola Razr Plus (2025) completely free!

My favorite Google Pixel 9 deal of all time just got even better — but there's a small problem
By Patrick Farmer published
BOGO wireless! Mint Mobile is slashing over 50% off the Google Pixel 9 AND throwing in a free year of wireless, so what's the catch?
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