
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

The best phone I've ever used FINALLY gets a real discount, courtesy of Best Buy's Memorial Day sale
By Patrick Farmer published
Act fast! Head to Best Buy during the retailer's big Memorial Day sale and you'll score up to $250 off the OnePlus 13 with activation.

Amazon just launched its Memorial Day sale early — I found the 20 deals that no Android user should miss
By Patrick Farmer published
Sale time Memorial Day is just around the corner, and Amazon is marking the occasion with a bounty of sweet Android deals.

Best prepaid SIM Cards for U.S. travelers and tourists 2025
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.

Amazon quietly drops HUGE sale on Garmin smartwatches — here are the 5 deals that matter
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Tariffs, shmariffs Amazon is slashing prices on a bunch of our favorite Garmin watches, knocking a few models down to record lows (including the Fenix 8).

Best Android phones 2025: My top picks from Samsung, Google, OnePlus, and more
By Nicholas Sutrich, Patrick Farmer last updated
Cream of the crop There are so many great Android phones to buy that it can be tough to know which one to get. These are the best of the best at each price point.

The best Motorola Razr 2025 deals on the web today: massive discounts, trade-in opportunities, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Deals for days Motorola's three new clamshell smartphones have landed, and I've gathered all of the best Razr (2025) deals into this guide.

The 6 most clever ways to preorder the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: epic trade-in deals, free storage upgrades, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
On the edge The Galaxy S25 Edge hits store shelves on May 30th, and I've gathered the 6 best preorder deals from across the web into this guide.

You can already score up to $800 OFF the Galaxy S25 Edge with this preorder deal — includes free credit, storage upgrade, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
It's here! The Galaxy 25 Edge has finally been announced, and Samsung is already offering a fantastic deal on the ultra-thin phone.

Samsung wants to give you a discount on the Galaxy S25 Edge before the phone is even announced
By Patrick Farmer published
On the edge The Galaxy S25 Edge is likely to be announced next week, but Samsung is already giving out $50 credits to anyone who wants them.

Best wireless carrier in the U.S. 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Choose wisely! Choosing the best wireless carrier for yourself, your family members, and friends can be quite a chore. Here are the best prepaid and postpaid picks.

My favorite Pixel phone just crashed to a record low price, and now I'm wishing I hadn't bought one already
By Patrick Farmer published
Don't miss this For a limited time, Amazon is carving a straight 25% off the 512GB Google Pixel 9 Pro, sending the phone back to its lowest-ever price.

Our favorite Samsung earbuds just crashed back to their Black Friday price — don't sleep on this deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Listen up! For a limited time, Amazon is carving 24% off the popular Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, knocking the buds back to their Black Friday price.

The best Google Pixel 9a deals of May 2025: free gift cards, epic trade-in opportunities, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's here The Google Pixel 9a has finally arrived, and I'm dropping all the best deals into this guide.

Why buy the Pixel 9a when you can get the Google Pixel 9 for the SAME PRICE at Best Buy? Here's what you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
$300 off Purchase and activate Google's latest flagship phone at Best Buy and you'll score a straight $300 discount, knocking the price of the phone to only $499.

Best unlimited data plans of 2025: Verizon, Mint Mobile, and beyond
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Go unlimited! Here are the best unlimited data plans available out there. Whether you want to go with a mainstream carrier or an MVNO, there are lots of options.

The TOP 10 best Mother's Day deals for Android users — up to 51% off tech, free $100 gift cards, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Tech deals for Mom Mother's Day is just around the corner, so I've gathered a list of the 10 best tech deals for the Android-loving moms of the world.

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals of May 2025 — huge trade-in savings, free wireless, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
S25 is live The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is here, and I'm collecting all of the best deals from across the web.

Not a typo: the Galaxy S25 Ultra just scored a record-smashing discount at Amazon, and I'm shook
By Patrick Farmer published
Woah! Amazon has quietly carved 18% off the price of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, making the unlocked phone cheaper than it's ever been through the retailer.

T-Mobile really wants to give you a free Galaxy S25 with this new wireless deal — so what's the catch?
By Patrick Farmer published
T-Mo magic T-Mobile will give you a free Galaxy S25 when you add a qualified line to your wireless account; but which plans are eligible and is it worth the cost?

Why wait for Prime Day? The Galaxy Watch 7 just crashed to its lowest price EVER at Amazon
By Patrick Farmer published
No way! Head to Amazon today and you'll score a whopping 30% off the Galaxy Watch 7, a discount that makes the flagship wearable more affordable than ever before.

Best smart displays 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Ask and you shall see Smart speakers are fine for music, but for video, controls, and everything else, you'll want only the best smart displays.

The best NAS deals of May 2025: up to $140 off TerraMaster, Synology, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Storage savings Deals on NAS servers can be pretty hard to find, but I've gathered all of this month's best offerings so you don't have to go looking.

Walmart kicks off EPIC spring sale event — here are the deals that no Android users should miss
By Patrick Farmer published
This week only! Walmart Plus members, rejoice! The iconic retailer has just launched a weeklong sale event with a ton of exclusive discounts and new perks for you to consider.
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