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

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RIP blue light Amazon's Big Deal Days sale is almost here, but you don't need to wait to score some exceptional deals on TCL NXTPAPER devices.

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Get ready Whether you're in the market for a Galaxy S26, Z Fold 8, or the latest Samsung laptop, Amazon's Big Deal Days sale will have you covered.

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The wait is over Amazon's Big Deal Days sale is almost here, and this guide tells you how to plan your next big Google Pixel purchase.

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Fire savings Amazon's Big Deal Days sale is swiftly approaching, but the retailer has wasted no time in dropping some deals early.

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Don't miss it Last year's excellent Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) is chilling with a $600 discount at Best Buy right now.

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All the deals Prime Big Deal Days is quickly approaching. Here's how you can explore all of the exclusive discounts without paying a cent.

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Foldable domination The rest of Motorola's 2026 Razr lineup has finally come to Verizon's website, and the deals could land you a free device.

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Fully equipped Preorder the new Googlebook from Best Buy and you'll get a free pair of Pixel Buds 2a with your purchase.

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Turning heads Amazon just dropped a rare discount on the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro, one of the most unique midrange phones on the market.

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See it, believe it Add a line with an eligible data plan and Total Wireless will give you the TCL 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G for completely free.

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Last chance Mint Mobile is running an offer that will get you up to a year of wireless for only $15 per month, but you're running out of time!

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Why wait? In the market for a new laptop? Best Buy just quietly launched a big sale on some great Chromebooks.

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Decisions, decisions There are a lot of Galaxy Z Fold 8 deals on the web right now, but these two are the most compelling yet.

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Time to go Pro Verizon is running an offer that will land you a free Google Pixel 11 Pro when you add a line with an eligible unlimited plan.

By Patrick Farmer Published
No way Bundle the purchase of the Galaxy Z Flip 8 with one year of Unlimited and Mint Mobile will effectively give you the wireless coverage for free.

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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.

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Get active Weeks before October Prime Day, Amazon is slashing prices on a bunch of our favorite Garmin watches.

By Patrick Farmer Published
Keep it simple Add a line with an eligible wireless plan and Metro by T-Mobile will give you the new Galaxy A17 for completely free.

By Patrick Farmer Published
Flipping out Add a line with the Experience Beyond plan and T-Mobile will give you enough promo credit to make the Motorola Razr Plus (2026) completely free.

By Patrick Farmer Published
Still great For a limited time, Amazon is carving $200 off the Google Pixel 10 Pro. But is the 2025 smartphone still worth it?

By Patrick Farmer Published
Minty savings! Mint Mobile has always been touted as an affordable alternative to the traditional wireless carrier. Here are some ways you can make that cheap plan even cheaper.

By Patrick Farmer Published
It's time Amazon's Big Deal Days sale kicks off on October 6th; here are my favorite early deals available NOW.
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