
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

Is this a typo? Mint Mobile is currently selling the Google Pixel 9 for less than the Pixel 9a
By Patrick Farmer published
An easy choice Mint Mobile is carving $400 off the Pixel 9 AND throwing in 50% off one year of wireless, making the Pixel 9a seem a little unnecessary.

When does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 launch?
By Patrick Farmer published
Don't flip The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is likely to be revealed later this year. Here's everything we know so far.

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.

Samsung just quietly dropped one of the best Galaxy Z Flip 6 deals I've seen all year — score up to $750 OFF the top-rated foldable
By Patrick Farmer published
Shocker! Samsung has brought back a deal that carves up to $750 off the Galaxy Z Flip 6 when you trade in (or $150 off when you don't).

Sick of your current phone bill? Pay as little as $15 per month with these sweet MVNO deals
By Patrick Farmer published
Cheap wireless Using an MVNO can already save you money on your phone bill, but these deals make your cheap wireless even cheaper.

Best smart locks for Google Home 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Hey google! Who's at the door? Smart locks are great tools for keeping your home safe, and if you've got a Google Assistant speaker, these can be controlled by just using your voice.

This new Verizon deal might be the easiest way to get a FREE Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (but it's not for everyone)
By Patrick Farmer published
Woah! Verizon just made its best Galaxy S25 Ultra deal even better by giving the phone away for free with an eligible data plan.

Samsung's latest midrange masterpiece is shipping with a FREE $50 gift card — that's not an April Fool's joke
By Patrick Farmer published
Grade A savings The Galaxy A36 5G has arrived, and a few retailers are trying to earn your business by pairing the smartphone with trade-in credit, free gift cards, and more.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale ends TONIGHT — see the 15 best Android deals before they're gone
By Patrick Farmer last updated
The wait is over The next big sale from Amazon is March 25-31, and I've gathered all of the best deals for Android users.

Best smart home devices 2025
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.

Best Android phones under $200 in 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Cheap as chips Take a look at some of the best Android phones under $200, which offer everything from big batteries to years of software updates.

Best Alexa devices 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Alexa everywhere Looking for the ultimate guide to Amazon Alexa devices? We've compiled a list of all of our favorites so you can find the smart gadget that fits your home.

These are likely the last wireless headphones I'll ever buy (and they're $200 OFF during Amazon's Big Spring Sale)
By Patrick Farmer published
Unbelievable Amazon's Big Spring Sale is carving 20% off the super-premium Beoplay H95 headphones, but you're running out of time.

The Galaxy A36 5G was just announced, but you can ALREADY score $150 off at Samsung — here's how
By Patrick Farmer published
That was fast. Buy the new Galaxy A36 5G directly from the source and you'll be eligible for up to $150 of trade-in credit. Here's how it works.

Uh, is this a joke? Best Buy carves 49% OFF my favorite noise-cancelling headphones from Beats
By Patrick Farmer published
Listen up Head to Best Buy now and you'll score a straight 49% discount on the Beats Studio Pro, one of my favorite pairs of wireless headphones.

That's not a typo — this Google Pixel 9 Pro deal from Amazon makes Black Friday look like a joke
By Patrick Farmer published
Hurry up! Buy the Pixel 9 Pro during Amazon's Big Spring Sale and you'll score a record-smashing 23% discount, no strings attached.

Ditch Amazon and score 50% OFF the Galaxy Tab S10 Plus with this deal from Samsung
By Patrick Farmer published
Wait, really?! Samsung is challenging Amazon with a Spring Sale of its own, offering loads of enhanced trade-in credit and straight discounts to boot.

Unbelievable! The Kindle Scribe soars to its lowest price EVER during Amazon's Big Spring Sale
By Patrick Farmer published
Read 'n write The popular Kindle Scribe has just received its first discount in months, thanks to Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

Disney Plus: How to sign up, 2025 content guide, movies & more
By Keegan Prosser, Patrick Farmer, Judy Sanhz last updated
TV shows and movies, galore Disney Plus is a giant streaming service with content from Marvel, the Star Wars Universe, and more, and now it's officially available in over 60 countries worldwide.

Forget Prime Day, Walmart's Spring Sale is LIVE today — see the best deals that no Android user should miss
By Patrick Farmer published
It's deal season Walmart has just kicked off its weeklong Spring Sale event, so I'm gathering all of the best deals for Android users into this guide.

Last chance! Best Buy's TechFest sale is ending soon — see the TOP 18 deals that no Android user should miss
By Patrick Farmer last updated
My top discounts Best Buy has launched TechFest, a sitewide sale event with some of the best deals I've seen since Black Friday.

Who needs the Pixel 9a? The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is selling for the SAME PRICE at Best Buy right now
By Patrick Farmer published
Is this a joke? Best Buy is slashing $600 off the Pixel 9 Pro XL when you activate today, knocking the price of the phone down to just $499.

The best Google Pixel 9 deals of March 2025 — spring sales, trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Pixel 9, all mine Google's latest flagship lineup features some of the best Android phones we've ever seen, and there's no shortage of Pixel 9 deals to explore.

Almost gone! Score up to $900 off the 'almost perfect' Galaxy S25 Ultra (or $300 without trade-in) with this Samsung deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Epic! For a limited time, Samsung is offering up to $900 off the Galaxy S25 Ultra when you trade in an eligible device on its site.

Samsung quietly launches epic sale event with an emphasis on health and fitness — here are the best deals I've seen (so far)
By Patrick Farmer published
Up to $1,000 off Samsung is launching some amazing trade-in opportunities and other deals on some of its best health-focused gadgets.
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