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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 deals — trade-in discounts, free gift cards, and more
By Patrick Farmer Published
Flip out The Galaxy Z Flip 8 has finally hit store shelves, and I'm hard at work tracking down the best deals from across the web.

I gathered all of the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 launch deals into this guide — free phones, leftover preorder discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer Published
The wait is over We just got our first look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, and I'm already hard at work tracking down the best deals so you don't have to.

I tested 5 of the best Chromebooks for students, and this is the one I'd buy during Best Buy's Back to School sale
By Patrick Farmer Published
Let's go, Lenovo Need a new Chromebook for class? I re-tested the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, and with a $220 discount, it's an absolute steal.

Best unlimited data plans of 2026: Verizon, Mint Mobile, and beyond
By Patrick Farmer Last updated
Unlimited access! Here are the best unlimited data plans that you can go for. These are offered by both mainstream carriers like Verizon and MVNOs such as Mint Mobile.

The best Samsung Galaxy S26 deals of August 2026 — free phones, straight discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer Last updated
It's finally here! The Galaxy S26 gets discounted on a pretty regular basis, and I'm here to gather all of the month's best deals into one place.

How to get a free pair of Ray-Ban Meta glasses (Gen 2) with an AT&T internet plan — yes, it's real
By Patrick Farmer Published
Free smart glasses Sign up for AT&T's 5 GIG internet plan and you'll be eligible for a free pair of Ray-Ban Meta glasses AND a $200 reward card.

Last chance! Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 preorder deal could get you the foldable for as little as $699.99, but you're running out of time
By Patrick Farmer Published
Up to $1,200 off The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra hit store shelves on August 7th, but you can still enjoy some hefty trade-in discounts if you buy from Samsung.

TCL's new budget tablet just landed in the US with a surprising launch discount
By Patrick Farmer Published
It's here The Tab A1 Plus NXTPAPER is finally getting a full launch in the United States, and TCL is marking the occasion by slashing $100 off the price of the tablet.

The best Verizon deals of August 2026 — free phones, Z Fold 8 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.

The best Google Pixel 10 deals of August 2026 — why wait for the Pixel 11?
By Patrick Farmer Last updated
I've tracked down all of the best Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL deals from across the web so you don't have to go looking.

I'm ranking the best T-Mobile deals of August 2026: free Galaxy Z Fold 8, Motorola Razr deals, 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 Android phone for students': why I decided to buy the Google Pixel 10a ahead of the Pixel 11 launch
By Patrick Farmer Published
#1 cheap phone Amazon is slashing 15% off the Google Pixel 10a, dropping the already-affordable smartphone down to just $424 for a limited time.

It's your last chance to get a FREE Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 preorder at T-Mobile — the deal ends this week
By Patrick Farmer Published
Free already? Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 preorder deals are live, and T-Mobile is already giving away the foldable phone for free with eligible trade-in and new line.

I've been waiting for the Google Pixel 10 Pro to get a good discount ahead of the Pixel 11 launch, and Amazon has finally delivered
By Patrick Farmer Published
Straight savings Amazon is slashing up to $250 off the Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro, days before the Pixel 11 series is expected to launch.

Visible wants to give you a year of Unlimited 5G wireless for only $19 per month — but you'll need this code
By Patrick Farmer Published
Monthly discounts for a year Join Visible on any of the carrier's unlimited plans and you can secure yourself a hefty monthly discount when you use the code SAVE6 at checkout.

Score $1,100 OFF the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 with new T-Mobile deal — no trade-in required!
By Patrick Farmer Published
No trade-in required! Add a line with T-Mobile's Experience More or Experience Beyond plan and you'll score $1,100 off your Galaxy Z Fold 8 preorder.

How to get the 'spectacular' Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 for the price of a monthly latte
By Patrick Farmer Published
You're gonna flip AT&T's Galaxy Z Flip 8 deal will get you the phone for only $5.56 per month when you add a line and trade in an eligible device.

T-Mobile is giving away the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 for free with new deal — here's how to grab yours
By Patrick Farmer Published
Wearable savings T-Mobile will give you your Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 preorder for free when you add a line with Watch Plan Plus. Here's how it works.

What is the best MVNO for Android users? We tested the top-rated prepaid carriers, and this is what we found
By Patrick Farmer Last updated
Go prepaid, save more! These are some of the best MVNO carriers that can help you save on phone service. You can get multi-line discounts, lots of premium data, and more.

Best Buy kicked off its annual Back to School sale, and it's better than ever — see my TOP 20+ deals for students of all ages
By Patrick Farmer Published
Learnin' time I picked out the best Android deals from Best Buy's Back to School sale so you don't have to go searching.

I found 2 deals that could get you the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free — IF you follow these steps
By Patrick Farmer Published
Free (with strings) AT&T and T-Mobile are both running preorder deals that could get you the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free if you play your cards right.
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