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

Bark Premium vs. Bark Jr: Which app is best?
By Patrick Farmer published
Bark produces one of our favorite-ever smartphones for kids alongside two parental monitoring programs. Which app is right for your family?

Uh, what? Razer Anzu smart glasses are 76% off at Amazon
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Amazon is currently slashing a ridiculous 76% off the price of the Razer Anzu smart glasses, knocking them down to a mere $47.

New Boost Mobile deal slashes 50% off their unlimited plan
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Boost Mobile is giving new customers a 50% discount on their first month of unlimited wireless, dropping the price down to just $12.50.

T-Mobile users can finally make calls through Alexa — here's what you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
T-Mobile finally joined AT&T and Verizon in allowing their subscribers to make and receive calls through Amazon Alexa.

What network does Mint Mobile run on?
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Mint Mobile is a great prepaid carrier that handles billing in batches of multiple months at a time, but what network does it use?

Verizon Free Trial: everything you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
Verizon has finally launched a free trial, giving prospective users a taste of the carrier's 5G Ultra Wideband coverage for a full month.

Run, don't walk! The Google Pixel 7 has hit a record low price at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Both the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are seeing some incredible price drops at Amazon and Best Buy, no strings attached.

You can get Amazon's newest Fire TV for just $199.99 today
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Amazon Fire TV just expanded its lineup and introduced the brand new Fire TV 2-Series with a starting price of just $199.99!

Can you really get a free Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra from Verizon?
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal The Galaxy S23 series has been out for over a month, and Verizon has been advertising a deal that'll get you an S23 Ultra for free. How can you receive the savings? And is it really free?

Are Ultra Mobile and Mint Mobile the same company?
By Patrick Farmer published
Both Ultra and Mint Mobile are prepaid carriers owned by T-Mobile, but that's where the similarities end.

Who owns Mint Mobile?
By Patrick Farmer published
Although Mint Mobile has used T-Mobile's network for years, it was only recently bought by the massive carrier.

YouTube TV: Everything you need to know
By Patrick Farmer last updated
YouTube TV offers the ultimate streaming experience, with over 100 live channels and no hidden fees or contracts whatsoever.

How to add a line to Metro by T-Mobile
By Patrick Farmer published
Ready to add a line to your Metro by T-Mobile account? We got you covered with this guide.

Finally! The best Meta Quest 2 deal that we've ever seen is live at Best Buy now
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal It took a long time, but it seems like the Quest 2 deals are finally on the way. This offer from Best Buy is particularly tempting.

Want cheap wireless? Visible is seriously discounting their plans for the month of March
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal For the entire month of March, Visible is slashing prices on both of their popular wireless plans. If you've been thinking about making the switch to prepaid, now's your chance.

Mint Mobile deal alert: Get 50% off the Google Pixel 7 and six FREE months of wireless
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Mint Mobile just launched a deal that'll drop $300 off the price of the Pixel 7 and give you six months of wireless service for 100% free.

This Visible deal basically gives you $200 for buying the Samsung Galaxy S23
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Transfer your number to Visible and pick up any S23 phone and the carrier will give you $200 that can be used almost anywhere.

Best Samsung watch 2023
By Patrick Farmer published
If you're looking for a stylish smartwatch to pair with your Samsung phone, this is the guide for you.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 is back to a record low price — don't miss this deal!
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Our favorite Android smartwatch ever, the Galaxy Watch 5, has returned to its Black Friday-level price.

Last chance! Samsung's Galaxy S23 preorder deals expire in just a few hours — save up to $1,030, storage upgrades, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Trade-in deals, free storage upgrades, and free Samsung credit is all up for grabs if you act fast.

Samsung's Presidents Day sale is LIVE: save thousands on smart TVs, monitors, S23 deals, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Deals Samsung just kicked off their Presidents Day sale and we've gathered the top five deals so you don't have to.

This Samsung Galaxy S23 deal gives you over $150 of free stuff — no trade-in required
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Preorder any unlocked Samsung Galaxy S23 phone and Best Buy will hook you up with storage upgrades, gift cards, and more.

Woah! Get the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra for just $11 per month with this Verizon deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Deal Trade in an eligible device and add a line and Verizon will slash up to $800 off the price of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — here's how it works.
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