
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 'definitive value flagship of 2025' now comes with a FREE $100 gift card — don't wait!
By Patrick Farmer published
That's like free money The OnePlus 13R is one of our favorite affordable smartphones, and now it comes with a free gift card at Best Buy.

We called this phone 'incredibly gorgeous' two years ago, and now it's over 50% OFF at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Huge savings Best Buy is carving an outstanding $450 off the Motorola Edge Plus (2023), one of our favorite Moto phones in recent years. But is the flagship starting to show its age?

Amazon Prime Day 2025: dates CONFIRMED, plus early deals and what to expect
By Patrick Farmer published
Get ready Amazon's biggest sale of the year has been announced, and I'm gathering all of the info you need to prepare, plus some early deals!

Forget Prime Day, Best Buy just launched a HUGE sale on Android phones — see the top 5 deals in my cart
By Patrick Farmer published
Up to $450 off For a limited time, Best Buy is offering huge price cuts on some of the most popular Android phones.

This premium Garmin watch is 47% OFF at Amazon today — why you should (and maybe shouldn't) buy it now
By Patrick Farmer published
Nearly half off! Amazon just dropped a major sale on Garmin watches, and one model in particular has caught my eye.

This is the best Android phone of 2025, and Best Buy will literally pay you to buy it
By Patrick Farmer published
Free gift cards, galore Best Buy is slashing up to $200 off the OnePlus 13, and now the retailer will even throw in a free gift card.

I write about wireless carriers for a living, and these are the cheap data plans that I'd recommend in 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Affordable data! Here are some of the finest cheap data plans you can get, from both prepaid and mainstream carriers. These plans include data, 5G access, and more.

These are the best smart home devices of 2025, according to our team of experts
By Patrick Farmer, Samuel Contreras last updated
Living in the future There has never been a better time to build your smart home ecosystem than today. Choose from a wide variety of products and multi-platform compatibility to make your home smarter in a jiffy.

New T-Mobile deal hooks you up with a FREE Motorola Razr Plus — no trade-in required!
By Patrick Farmer published
No way! Add a line with one of T-Mobile's qualifying unlimited plans and you'll score enough promo credits to make the Motorola Razr Plus (2025) completely free!

My favorite Google Pixel 9 deal of all time just got even better — but there's a small problem
By Patrick Farmer published
BOGO wireless! Mint Mobile is slashing over 50% off the Google Pixel 9 AND throwing in a free year of wireless, so what's the catch?

I tracked down the best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals of June 2025 — score 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.

This haptic vest could change VR gaming forever — and it's currently $200 OFF at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to level up Currently $200 off at Best Buy, this haptic vest will transform your gaming into an immersive, full-body experience.

Best smart locks 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Locked down Use our list of smart locks to choose the best combination of brains and brawns to protect your home, whether you want something with a fingerprint sensor or just a basic lock.

Best Buy launches HUGE Android sale for Father’s Day - here are the top 8 deals I’d buy before it's too late
By Patrick Farmer published
Ends Sunday Looking for a last-minute Father's Day gift? This week, Best Buy has a ton of outstanding deals for the tech-y dad in your life.

Mint Mobile just dropped its best data plan to a ridiculously low price — but how long will it last?
By Patrick Farmer published
Amaaazing Mint is slashing 50% off the first three months of its Unlimited plan for new customers, no strings attached.

The best Mint Mobile deals and plans of June 2025 — BOGO wireless, bundle 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.

Best MVNO carrier 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Go prepaid and save more! Check out these best MVNO carriers that let you save on phone service. These offer multi-line discounts, oodles of premium data, and a whole lot more.

The Meta Quest 3S crashes back to a record low price during Best Buy's Father's Day sale — I'm not joking
By Patrick Farmer published
Game on Head to Best Buy now and you'll score $30 off the budget-friendly Quest 3S and $80 worth of free stuff, courtesy of Meta.

Will the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 get cheaper when the Z Flip 7 launches?
By Patrick Farmer published
Flip the script The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to launch next month, but what does this mean for the Galaxy Z Flip 6? Let's dive in.

Will the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 get a price drop when the Galaxy Z Fold 7 launches?
By Patrick Farmer published
An educated guess The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is likely to be announced in a matter of weeks. What does this mean for its price-y predecessor, the Z Fold 6?

Best wireless plans for international travel 2025
By Patrick Farmer published
Travel smart These data plans help you use your phone to its full potential, no matter where you are in the world.

Surprise Mint Mobile deal slashes OVER 50% off the Galaxy S25 and throws in a free year of Unlimited, just for kicks
By Patrick Farmer published
Holy cow Mint Mobile launches a massive new sale that could get you $440 off the Galaxy S25 and a free year of Unlimited wireless, no trade-in required.

The best Android smartwatch just crashed to a record low price at Samsung, and Amazon better watch out
By Patrick Farmer published
Unbelievable! This week only, the Discover Samsung Sale is dropping Prime Day-level deals on some of our favorite tech.
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