
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 'incredible' Google Pixel Watch 3 just scored its first major discount since Prime Day
By Patrick Farmer published
Sleek and stylish The Pixel Watch 3 is a staff favorite here at Android Central, and now the wearable is chilling with an outstanding Amazon discount.

Amazon's Back To School deals are finally here — see the 10 Android discounts that you need to grab ASAP
By Patrick Farmer published
It's time Most classes will be starting up over the next few weeks, so Amazon is slashing prices on a bunch of student-friendly products, from high-tech devices to dorm room furnishings.

That's not a typo: new T-Mobile deal lands you $1,100 off the Galaxy Z Fold 7 AND a free pair of earbuds, just for kicks
By Patrick Farmer published
Seriously epic The Z Fold 7 is far from cheap, but this T-Mobile deal could carve over 50% off the phone if you add an eligible line to your wireless service.

Best Buy's Back To School sale looks completely different this week — see the best Android deals that are still available
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Student deals Back to school season is upon us, and Best Buy is marking the occasion by unleashing a bounty of tech deals for students and parents alike.

Yes, it's real — AT&T will simply GIVE you $150 for using its fiber internet (but don't wait)
By Patrick Farmer published
Grab some cash AT&T is running a flash sale that could get you a prepaid $150 Visa gift card when you sign up for fiber internet.

Back to school Google Pixel deals — from flagships to wearables and beyond
By Patrick Farmer published
Get ready Back-to-school season has arrived, so I'm gathering all of the best Google Pixel deals from across the web.

Total Wireless REALLY wants to give you a free Samsung phone this summer — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
Free for real Total Wireless may not get as much attention as some MVNOs, but phone deals like this are certain to change that.

Will the Google Pixel Watch 3 get a price drop when the Pixel Watch 4 launches?
By Patrick Farmer published
My predictions The Pixel Watch 4 is likely to be announced in just a few weeks. Does this mean that the Pixel Watch 3 will finally become a cheap wearable?

New Visible deal drops the Pixel 9a to just $199 (but there's a big catch)
By Patrick Farmer published
Use this code Visible deals don't come around very often, so this offer deserves some special attention.

Will the Google Pixel 9 get a price drop when the Pixel 10 launches?
By Patrick Farmer published
My prediction The Google Pixel 10 series is likely to be revealed next month. Does that mean that last year's Pixel 9 is about to get way cheaper? Let's discuss.

T-Mobile will literally pay you $300 to use its 5G Home Internet — I'm not joking
By Patrick Farmer published
Like free money T-Mobile just dropped a deal that gives you a prepaid Mastercard worth up to $300 when you sign up for one of its 5G Home Internet plans.

New Mint Mobile deal slashes 50% OFF your first year of Unlimited — yes, it's that simple
By Patrick Farmer published
Shocker For a limited time, Mint is dropping 50% off the price of its 12-month Unlimited plan. Here's what you need to know.

Our #1 favorite Chromebook is suddenly $200 OFF at Best Buy — but how long will it last?
By Patrick Farmer published
What a twist The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 has suddenly scored a $200 discount at Best Buy, making it one of the best back-to-school deals around.

The top 10 Garmin smartwatch deals STILL going strong after Prime Day
By Patrick Farmer, Michael L Hicks last updated
Get fit for less Prime Day ends at midnight, but there remain plenty of great Garmin watch deals available (if you hurry).

Yes, this T-Mobile deal will actually give you a FREE Galaxy Z Flip 7 without a trade-in — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
Unbelievable! For a limited time, T-Mobile will give you the new Galaxy Z Flip 7 for FREE when you add a line with an eligible unlimited plan.

Don't tell Amazon, but these 10 Prime Day tech deals are STILL live after the big sale — grab them before they're gone
By Patrick Farmer published
Get ready Amazon's biggest sale of the year has ended, but there are still quite a few deals to check out.

Prime Day Motorola deals — smartphone discounts and FAQ
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Cheap Moto Prime Day has landed, and Motorola fans are getting excited about these deals.

Even with a 45% discount, this Motorola phone still sucks — buy one of these instead
By Patrick Farmer published
Let's get real The Motorola Edge (2024) may be 45% off, but I still wouldn't buy it. Here are three phones that cost around the same right now and offer a much better experience.

Last-minute Prime Day deal slashes over $300 OFF the 'thin-and-mighty' Galaxy S25 Edge
By Patrick Farmer published
So sleek! The Galaxy S25 Edge was just released in May, but you can already score a record-smashing 29% off the phone if you place your order before Prime Day ends!

Hear me out: the best Prime Day Google Pixel 9 deal isn't at Amazon — it's been hiding in plain sight for months
By Patrick Farmer published
Think about it! For several months, Mint Mobile has been offering one of the best Google Pixel deals I've ever seen — but it isn't for everyone.

Prime Day Chromebook deals — how to buy the perfect cheap laptop during Amazon's sale
By Patrick Farmer last updated
For work and play Amazon's biggest sale of the year is here, and I'm tracking down the best discounts on Chromebooks so you don't have to.

The end is nigh, but you can still snag these great Samsung deals before Prime Day is over
By Patrick Farmer last updated
A Galaxy of savings Prime Day is here, and I'm using this guide to monitor all of the best Samsung Galaxy deals as they go live.

3 of the best Android phones ever built are receiving HISTORIC discounts for Prime Day — don’t miss these deals
By Patrick Farmer published
Last-minute deals Prime Day is nearing an end, which means you're running out of time to take advantage of these Android phone deals.
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