
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

Heads up! The Meta Quest 3S just got its first major discount of 2025
By Patrick Farmer published
Game on Retailers across the web are currently carving $50 off the Meta Quest 3S, but how long will it last?

Will the Samsung Galaxy S24 get a price drop when the Galaxy S25 launches?
By Patrick Farmer last updated
S25 news The Galaxy S25 is likely to be unveiled in January, what does that mean for the Samsung Galaxy S24 lineup?

This flagship was a watershed moment for Android phones — and now it's 40% OFF at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
The return of the king Remember the Google Pixel 8 Pro? Well, the nearly-perfect 2023 device has returned with a whopping $400 discount at Best Buy.

Why wait for the S25 when you can score up to $950 OFF the Galaxy S24 Ultra right now?
By Patrick Farmer published
Woah! Pick up the Galaxy S24 Ultra from Samsung and you'll score up to $750 of trade-in credit alongside $200 of instant savings.

One of the country's best wireless plans is getting a HUGE discount for 25 months (but you'll need this promo code)
By Patrick Farmer published
Sign me up Join Visible wireless on the popular Visible Plus plan and you'll enjoy a whopping 25 months of service for only $30 per month when you use this code.

The Galaxy Watch Ultra has crashed back to its lowest price EVER, making Black Friday look like a joke
By Patrick Farmer published
Act fast! The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has just scored a 35% discount at Amazon, totally clobbering the deals we saw during Black Friday.

Samsung releases its newest smartphone with a 50% discount (and it's not the one you think)
By Patrick Farmer published
The best for less Samsung has just released the Galaxy A16 5G in the United States, and you can already make the super-cheap phone even cheaper with a trade-in.

Best Buy really wants to give you $100 to buy the OnePlus 13 — here's why you should consider it
By Patrick Farmer published
Don't wait The OnePlus 13 is making waves across the internet, and Best Buy is trying to earn your business through $100 gift cards.

I tracked down the best Samsung Galaxy S24 deals of January 2025 — free phones, up to $1,200 off the S24 Ultra, and much more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
S24 deals The S25 series is soon to be revealed, which means the Galaxy S24 deals are really heating up.

Forget the S25, you can still score $400 OFF the Google Pixel 9 with this leftover holiday deal
By Patrick Farmer published
That's not a typo Pick up the Google Pixel 9 from Mint Mobile and you'll score a whopping 50% off the phone AND 50% off a year of Unlimited wireless service. That's not a typo.

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

Samsung is celebrating the New Year by carving $1,200 OFF the Galaxy Z Fold 6 — so what's the catch?
By Patrick Farmer published
Sign me up 2025 is here, and Samsung is marking the occasion by offering up to $1,200 of trade-in credit when you buy one of its most popular phones.

Welcome the new year with these 15 leftover holiday deals — major savings on phones, tablets, wearables, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Tech the halls! The holiday season is here, and we've gathered all of the best deals on Android devices into this guide, from smartphones to watches.

Christmas is over, but this Boxing Day deal might give you up to $750 OFF the Galaxy Z Flip 6 — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
Don't Flip out Interested in the Galaxy Z Flip 6? This after-Christmas deal from Samsung might drop the phone to as low as $349.99.

Surprise! A last-minute Christmas deal is dropping over 60% OFF these noise-cancelling earbuds from JBL (no kidding)
By Patrick Farmer published
Listen up! Dig out those gift cards and get the JBL Tune Beam for only $39 during Walmart's Christmas sale.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold suddenly scores a shocking discount at Amazon (and yes, it'll arrive by Christmas)
By Patrick Farmer published
Foldable savings! Pardon the urgency, but if you're planning to buy an Android phone for Christmas, you better hurry. Fortunately, there's no shortage of great deals to choose from.

Lyca Mobile's Unlimited plan drops to only $10 per month, just in time for the holidays
By Patrick Farmer last updated
No contract! The T-Mobile-powered MVNO Lyca Mobile is running a holiday deal that gets you unlimited data for only $10 per month.

Finally! The Google Pixel Tablet scores a record-smashing discount during Amazon's Christmas sale (but the clock is ticking..)
By Patrick Farmer published
Last chance! You can order the top-rated Google Pixel Tablet (no charging dock) with an epic 30% discount today — AND it'll arrive by Christmas!

I have good news (and bad news) about the Meta Quest Christmas sale: what you should know about these new holiday deals
By Patrick Farmer published
An Xmas Quest Meta has finally dropped some holiday deals on the Quest 3 and Quest 3S. Let's cut through the fluff.

That's not a typo: you can get the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra for as low as $199.99 during Samsung's Christmas sale!
By Patrick Farmer published
Go Ultra for less Straight discounts are meeting trade-in deals during Samsung's Christmas sale — here's one of my favorite offers.

Last chance! Grab the Galaxy S24 Ultra for the price of a latte during Verizon's Christmas sale
By Patrick Farmer published
It's ultra season Play your cards right and you might get one of the year's best Android phones for the price of a cup of coffee every month.

I just found the perfect stocking stuffer for Android users — score 24% OFF the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (plus a free gift card, because why not?)
By Patrick Farmer published
You have to hear this Amazon is dropping a Black Friday-level discount on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, plus you'll get a free gift card, just for kicks.

Best unlocked phones
By Patrick Farmer last updated
No restrictions! With the best unlocked Android phone, you can take better control of your wireless service and even same some cash. Here are some of the best options.

The best Android phone of 2024 just crashed back to its lowest price EVER (and it'll arrive by Christmas)
By Patrick Farmer published
The deal is back Best Buy is currently carving $250 off the unlocked OnePlus 12, our favorite phone of 2024. Order ASAP and it'll get here by Christmas!

The Pixel 9 Pro lands a sudden 40% discount during Mint Mobile's holiday sale — apparently 50% off wireless wasn't enough?
By Patrick Farmer published
Pro for less dough Bundle the purchase of the Pixel 9 Pro with a year of wireless at Mint Mobile and you'll get 40% off the phone plus 50% off the unlimited plan.
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