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 Moto G Power (2025) is a solid budget phone with a few surprises — and it's FREE at Straight Talk Wireless
By Patrick Farmer published
Keep it simple Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and Straight Talk Wireless will give you the 2025 Moto G Power for FREE.

Verizon brings back bundle deal that gets you a free Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus, Galaxy Watch 8, AND $100 gift card - so what's the catch?
By Patrick Farmer published
Amazing savings Verizon is bringing back a deal that will give you a free smartwatch or tablet when you purchase an eligible smartphone. Oh, and there's a gift card up for grabs too.

YouTube TV vs. Hulu Plus Live TV: the battle of the cable alternatives
By Patrick Farmer published
YouTube TV and Hulu + Live are two of the best live TV streaming services in the business. But how do they differ, and which is the better alternative to cable?

This Garmin watch completely changed how I run, and it just got a massive discount at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Get active Despite its age, the Garmin Forerunner 265S is a sleek, versatile fitness watch that could totally transform your exercise regimen.

Samsung is heavily discounting its older smart TVs to make room for 2026 stock — save up to $1,600 with these deals!
By Patrick Farmer published
Samsung's 2026 is here, which means older models are seeing some hefty discounts.

T-Mobile is apparently giving away the Galaxy Watch 8 for FREE with new deal — here's how to claim yours
By Patrick Farmer published
Watch this Add a line with T-Mobile's Watch Plus plan and you'll get enough promo credits to make the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 completely free!

YouTube TV: Everything you need to know
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Cut that cable! Here's everything you need to know about YouTube TV. The service offers you hundreds of live channels, unlimited cloud DVR storage, and a lot more.

This 'surprising' Lenovo Chromebook has crashed back to a Black Friday price at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Amazing! As part of its Ultimate Upgrade sale, Best Buy is carving over 50% off the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook.

Yes, Visible will really give you $480 when you buy the Samsung Galaxy S26 — but there's a catch
By Patrick Farmer published
Over 50% off New and existing customers who sign up for Visible's Plus Pro plan will score $480 when they buy the Samsung Galaxy S26.

Verizon wants to give you a free Galaxy S26 Ultra AND a $100 gift card, just for kicks — here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Free x2 Verizon has just leveled up one of its best deals by adding a free $100 gift card when you buy a phone and add an eligible line on its website!

The Meta Quest 3 is about to be hit with a major price hike — grab the VR headset before it's too late
By Patrick Farmer published
The Meta Quest 3 is about to get more expensive, so it's your last chance to buy the headset at the current price.

Amazon finally drops some good deals on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, completely offsetting that pesky price hike
By Patrick Farmer published
Up to $200 off! Sick of all the trade-in deals and eligibility requirements? Amazon just dropped some straight deals on the Galaxy S26 lineup.

One of the world's most powerful flip phones is now 46% OFF at Amazon — that's not a typo
By Patrick Farmer published
$600 off Amazon has decided to slash $600 off the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025), one of the best flip phones we've ever used.

Ranking the TOP 6 best Android phones under $200 in 2026
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Cheap as chips! Take a look at some of the best Android phones under $200, which offer everything from big batteries to AMOLED panels to years of software updates.

Metro by T-Mobile is slashing 50% off its unlimited plan — score six months for only $20 per month!
By Patrick Farmer published
5G for cheap For a limited time, Metro by T-Mobile will give you six months of its Unlimited 5G Data plan for a single payment of $120.

This is not a test: T-Mobile will already give you the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro for FREE with new deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Easy on the eyes This eye-friendly smartphone has already gone viral, and now you can get your own for FREE by adding a line at T-Mobile.

Best Buy's 'Ultimate Upgrade Sale' includes dozens of great deals on Android tech — save up to $750 on phones, wearables, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Upgrade time Best Buy just launched a massive weeklong sale event, with hundreds of dollars off some of my favorite Android tech.

The best Mint Mobile deals of April 2026 — 50% off wireless, 5G home internet discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
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.

Mint Mobile is now carving up to $900 OFF the Galaxy S26 — here is why it's one of the best Samsung deals on the web today
By Patrick Farmer published
Just keeps getting better Mint Mobile just upgraded its best Galaxy S26 deal to include up to $400 of trade-in credit, in addition to a straight discount on the phone and 50% off a year of wireless.

Amazon quietly drops huge sale on noise-cancelling headphones — up to 50% off Sony, Beats, Sennheiser, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Listen up Amazon just launched a surprising sale on noise-cancelling headphones, with some brands chopping up to 50% off their bestselling models.

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 phone to its fullest, no matter which country you're traveling to.

The best AT&T deals of April 2026 — free Galaxy S26, massive trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to save One of the most popular wireless carriers in the country, AT&T is also home to some awesome smartphone deals. We've gathered some of our favorite active offers into this guide.

This new AT&T Prepaid deal lands you a 2026 Motorola phone for only 10 bucks — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
Just $10 The Moto G Play (2026) has arrived, and AT&T Prepaid is already selling the budget phone for a mere $10 when you add a line.

T-Mobile will apparently give you a free Pixel phone AND some earbuds this month — here's how to claim yours
By Patrick Farmer published
Get equipped T-Mobile will now give you a free Google Pixel 10a and a pair of Pixel Buds 2a earbuds when you add a line with "most plans" on the carrier's site.
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