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

The best Android phones under $400 in 2026
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Save your money! Check out some of the best Android phones under $400 you can get today. These smartphones offer long software support, fast charging, and a lot more.

Prime Day Garmin watch deals have landed — score up to 50% off Fenix, Venu, Forerunner, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Get active Prime Day is still over a week away, but Amazon is already dropping smartwatch deals like there's no tomorrow.

Which phone has the best camera for capturing a FIFA match? Check out my TOP 6 picks
By Patrick Farmer published
Game on If you need a quality camera phone to capture all of the excitement during the FIFA World Cup, you'll find it on this list.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is so underrated that T-Mobile is now giving them away for free
By Patrick Farmer published
No trade-in required The Galaxy S26 Plus is often overlooked, but that simply means that the balanced flagship is subject to some pretty great deals.

Prime Day storage deals start now — score early discounts on SSD, NAS, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Time for an upgrade Prime Day doesn't kick off for a few more weeks, but Amazon is teasing the sale event by dropping some storage deals early.

Tablets are essential travel companions, and I've selected the TOP 9 devices you should consider before hitting the road in 2026
By Patrick Farmer published
Wherever you go Planning a trip this summer? These are the only tablets you should consider adding to your packing list.

Need storage? This early Prime Day deal slashes 31% OFF the Samsung T7 1TB SSD, knocking the price down to $0.19 per GB
By Patrick Farmer published
Level up Amazon is carving 31% off the popular Samsung T7 portable SSD with 1TB of storage, weeks ahead of Prime Day.

Early Prime Day Samsung Galaxy deals 2026 — hefty S26 discounts, storage savings, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Beat the crowds Whether you want a new smartphone, wearable, or storage device, I've tracked down the best early Prime Day discounts on Samsung devices.

Early Prime Day Google Pixel deals 2026 — score $250 off Pixel 10 phones, weeks before the big sale starts
By Patrick Farmer published
Deals today Weeks before Prime Day officially kicks off, Amazon is slashing up to 25% off Pixel 10 phones, wearables, and more.

Cricket Wireless launches huge sale on Android phones — score a free Samsung Galaxy A37, Moto G Stylus, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Level up Cricket Wireless has some pretty exceptional deals for folks who add a line with an eligible unlimited plan on the carrier's site.

Need a new phone for your summer travel plans? These are the Android devices you should consider in 2026
By Patrick Farmer published
Road ready Planning your summer vacation plans? Don't forget to bring along one of these Android phones as a companion.

Best wireless plans for international travel 2026
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Travel smart! With one of these best wireless plans for international travel, you can use your smartphone to its fullest, no matter which country you're going to.

Best eSIM-compatible Android phones
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Keep it eSIMple It's pretty common for new Android phones to use eSIM technology, but which devices are the best?

The best Verizon deals of June 2026 — FREE Android phones, bundle discounts, and more
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.

Verizon quietly launches deal that gets you a free Google Pixel 10 Pro AND $100 gift card — they will even waive the activation fee
By Patrick Farmer published
$1,140 of savings Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and Verizon will give you a free Google Pixel 10 Pro and $100 gift card, just for kicks.

The 'best budget flip phone' of 2026 is already FREE at T-Mobile — here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Free already? The Motorola Razr (2026) just dropped on May 21st, but you can already grab the clamshell device for FREE when you add a line with an eligible data plan at T-Mobile.

The best T-Mobile deals of June 2026: Motorola Razr deals, home internet savings, and more
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 best Samsung Galaxy S26 deals of June 2026 — free phones, trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's finally here! The Galaxy S26 lineup has finally hit store shelves, and I'm gathering all of the best deals into this guide.

Samsung's portable T9 SSD just scored a rare discount at Amazon — enjoy 1TB of storage for $0.25 per gig
By Patrick Farmer published
Finally! Storage devices keep getting more expensive, but Amazon is lessening the blow by slashing 13% off the 1TB T9 SSD by Samsung.

The best Motorola Razr (2026) deals of June 2026 — free phones, gift cards, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's here The Motorola Razr 2026 lineup has finally arrived, and I'm gathering all of the best deals into this guide.

This Garmin watch was instantly iconic when it dropped back in 2023 — and now it's 50% OFF at Amazon
By Patrick Farmer published
Record discount Despite its age, the Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) remains a powerful fitness watch with loads of features and GPS tracking.

The best Motorola Razr Fold deals of June 2026 — the future of book-style foldables has arrived
By Patrick Farmer published
Hello Fold! It's official: the Motorola Razr Fold is finally available, and I've gathered all of the best active offers into this guide.

I just scored a FREE Motorola Razr Fold with this new deal from T-Mobile — no trade-in required
By Patrick Farmer published
Unbelievable Add a line with an eligible data plan and T-Mobile will give you the new Motorola Razr Fold for completely free.

Samsung launches Father's Day sale with some of the year's best deals on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Watch 8 Ultra, and beyond
By Patrick Farmer published
Deals for dads Whether you're shopping for a dad (or you're a dad yourself), Samsung's Father's Day sale has sweet tech deals for everyone.
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