Patrick Farmer
After years of working as a freelancer, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a deals and commerce writer before being brought into the fold as a staff writer in early 2023. When he's not sharing his thoughts on smartphones, wireless carriers, and streaming services, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child.
Latest articles by Patrick Farmer

Does Mint Mobile support 5G?
By Patrick Farmer published
Mint Mobile uses T-Mobile's network to provide outstanding 5G coverage all over the country.

Best Mint Mobile deals and wireless plans of June 2023
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals 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.

Get Hulu for just $2 per month with this National Streaming Day deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal National Streaming Day is here, and Hulu is hooking up new subscribers with a massive discount for the first three months.

Mint Mobile free trial: how to get it and should you subscribe afterwards?
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Mint Mobile is one of the most popular alternative carriers around, and they currently offer a free trial so you can try their service with zero risk.

The Google Pixel 6a just got a permanent price drop, and we're thrilled
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Now that the 7a has hit store shelves, the price of its predecessor, the Google Pixel 6a, has dropped to a mere $349.

We found the best Google Pixel 6a deals of June 2023
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals If you've been waiting to get your hands on Google's newest budget phone, today's your lucky day.

Best MVNO deals of June 2023: Is it time to switch?
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Using an MVNO can already save you money on your phone bill, but these deals make your cheap wireless even cheaper.

Verizon myPlan: everything you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
On May 18th, Verizon is launching a customizable wireless program called myPlan. Here's what you need to know.

Amazon deal makes the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 cheaper than it's EVER been
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Amazon is currently slashing up to 25% off the unlocked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, sending the price down to its lowest-ever point.

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 deals on the web: June 2023
By Patrick Farmer published
Deals The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 isn't exactly cheap, but you can save a good bit of cash with these monthly deals.

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 deals of June 2023
By Patrick Farmer published
Deals Who says you need to pay for perfection? With these Galaxy Z Flip 4 deals, your dream foldable is just a mouse click away.

The best Google Pixel Fold deals and everything you need to know: June 2023
By Patrick Farmer published
Deals Google I/O 2023 kicked off on May 10 and finally unveiled the Pixel Fold, Google's first-ever foldable phone. Here's how to order your own.

Ends Wednesday: Get a FREE Google Pixel 7a from Verizon, no trade-in required
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal We've already seen a ton of Pixel 7a deals, but this offer from Verizon may be the best yet.

The best Samsung Galaxy S22 deals and prices of June 2023
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Samsung Galaxy S22 deals are pouring in, so we've put together a list of the best promotions we could find.

Does Mint Mobile allow you to upgrade to the Unlimited plan?
By Patrick Farmer published
If you keep running out of data on your Mint Mobile plan, you can upgrade it mid-cycle to any larger plan. You just have to pay the difference in cost.

Sweet! Get Visible wireless for just $20/month with this secret code
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal A new Visible deal just launched that'll give users their first three months of service for just $20 per month when they use this promo code.

Mint Mobile: How to know if there is coverage in your area
By Patrick Farmer published
The quickly growing T-Mobile network covers more people than ever before, and Mint Mobile is a cost-effective way to enjoy its great service. But do you have coverage in your area?

Best Earth Day deals 2023: your sustainable tech shopping guide
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Earth Day is April 22nd, so a ton of online retailers are discounting their sustainable tech and refurbished devices. These are the best deals we've found so far.

Best Buy deal slashes a whopping $800 off this 65-inch LG QNED smart TV
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal On the hunt for a new smart TV? Best Buy just launched a deal that drops $800 off this 65-inch 4K smart TV from LG, no strings attached.

Mint Mobile just made some huge changes — and it's all good news
By Patrick Farmer last updated
T-Mobile's acquisition of Mint Mobile hasn't even been finalized, and yet the carrier has introduced some serious changes to their data plans.

You only have a few more days to snag a free Google Pixel 7 Pro from Verizon
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal For the next few days, Verizon is running a deal that could hook you up with a free Google Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro, no trade-in required.

The best Sony WH-1000XM5 deals of June 2023
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones may sound great, but they aren't exactly cheap. Here are the best prices we could find.

Epic Verizon deal: Get the new Samsung Galaxy A54 for just $10/month
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Add a new line with an eligible unlimited plan at Verizon and the carrier will hook you up with some serious savings.
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