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 'fantastic' Nothing Phone (3) is one of the most eye-catching devices on the market — and it just scored a major discount at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Finally! The Nothing Phone (3) is a unique device with a bold design and plenty of premium specs, and it's finally getting a real discount at Best Buy.

Yes, it's real — new Verizon deal gives your family four free phones AND unlimited wireless for only $25 per line
By Patrick Farmer published
4 for free Verizon has launched a deal that will get you four free phones and four lines of the Unlimited Welcome plan for only $25 per month!

New Verizon deal is waiving activation fees on ALL phones for a limited time — here's what you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
Bye-bye fees! Nobody likes activation fees, but Verizon is tackling the issue by waiving all fees for a limited time when you buy a new device from its online store.

Ready for a change? Switch from AT&T or Verizon and T-Mobile will give you up to $800 to pay off your phone
By Patrick Farmer published
Make the switch If you're in the market for a new wireless plan, ditch Verizon or AT&T and T-Mobile will give you up to 800 bucks to pay off your existing smartphone.

This is the only $49 smartwatch that I would buy in 2026
By Patrick Farmer published
Dirt cheap The CMF Watch Pro 2 won't win any awards for innovation, but it's a cheap smartwatch with a few flagship-level specs that might surprise you.

The 'fantastic' Garmin Fenix 8 just scored a rare discount at Amazon — but is the premium fitness watch still worth it?
By Patrick Farmer published
$250 off Whether you're running, swimming, hiking, or simply going for a walk, the Garmin Fenix 8 is a powerhouse of fitness tracking technology.

The TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro is the most innovative budget phone on the market — it's also free at Metro by T-Mobile
By Patrick Farmer published
Game changing Innovative display technology doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg - Metro by T-Mobile is giving away the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro for FREE with an eligible line.

Skip the upgrade — you can get the 'nearly perfected' Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) for $800 LESS than the 2026 model today
By Patrick Farmer published
That's absurd New devices are nice, but what's the point of upgrading when last year's still-great Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) is 46% off at Amazon?

This viral Verizon deal supposedly gets you a free Samsung phone, tablet, AND smartwatch — but how exactly does it work?
By Patrick Farmer published
Three for free? Verizon has brought back its popular bundle deal for Mother's Day, but can you really get three Samsung devices for FREE?

Forget the Pixel 10a — Mint Mobile will give you a base Google Pixel 10 AND a year of Unlimited for only $480
By Patrick Farmer published
Mega savings Need a new phone plan? Mint Mobile will give you a year of its best plan AND a new device for only 480 bucks.

We called the Garmin Venu 4 the 'ideal fitness watch for everyone' — and it just crashed to a record low price at Amazon
By Patrick Farmer published
Black Friday 2.0 We selected the Garmin Venu 4 as the 'best Garmin watch overall', and it just scored a rare discount at Amazon.

The 'best-sounding earbuds I've used yet' just scored a rare discount at Amazon — but you better act fast
By Patrick Farmer published
Major earbuds deal The Bose Quietcomfort Ultra (Gen 2) are among the best-sounding and most comfortable wireless earbuds we've ever used, and now they're 17% off at Amazon.

A new Verizon deal apparently just gives you $100 to try the Samsung Galaxy S26 — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
Free gift card alert Just in time for Mother's Day, Verizon wants to give you a free Samsung Galaxy S26 and a $100 gift card, just for kicks.

The Galaxy A37 is Samsung's latest midrange masterpiece — and it's already FREE with new T-Mobile deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Easy savings Need a budget phone with flagship-level specs? T-Mobile will give you the Galaxy A37 for FREE when you add a line.

Stop the presses — the best entry-level LG OLED TV has dropped to only $599 at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to switch The LG OLED B5 Series has crashed to just $599 during Best Buy's current sale, but how long will it last?

I've tested many of the world's best e-readers — and a few of them are heavily discounted at Amazon right now
By Patrick Farmer published
Read on! Whether you're shopping for Mother's Day gift or simply tackling those 2026 reading goals, these e-reader deals deserve your attention.

Forget the 2026 models: T-Mobile will give you last year's Motorola Razr Ultra for FREE with new line
By Patrick Farmer published
Why wait? Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and T-Mobile will give you our favorite flip phone of 2025 for FREE, no trade-in required.

The #1 'best cheap Garmin watch' just got even cheaper with a 20% discount at Amazon
By Patrick Farmer published
Garmin savings The Garmin Forerunner 165, our favorite cheap Garmin watch, just scored a 20% discount for a limited time.

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.
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