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

This record-smashing Galaxy S25 Ultra deal is going to make me FINALLY ditch my Pixel for good
By Patrick Farmer published
Unbelievable! Prime Day has arrived and the Galaxy S25 deals are even better than I expected, such as this historic 28% discount on the S25 Ultra.

This T-Mobile deal gets you a FREE Galaxy S25 Edge, making Prime Day look like a joke — no trade-in required!
By Patrick Farmer published
Live on the Edge Add a line with an eligible data plan and T-Mobile will hook you up with a FREE Galaxy S25 Edge and storage upgrade.

How to find the best Android deals during Prime Day — 5 sneaky tips for finding legit tech discounts
By Patrick Farmer published
Get ready I've been working Prime Day for years - here are my top 5 tips for saving money and having fun during Amazon's biggest sale of the year.

That's not a typo: new T-Mobile deal gets you a free Pixel phone AND earbuds, no trade-in required
By Patrick Farmer published
Amazing! Buy the Pixel 9a from T-Mobile while adding an eligible line and you'll get the phone for FREE, plus a free pair of Pixel buds, just for kicks.

Best Buy takes on Amazon with an EPIC sale of its own — see the top 5 Android deals that actually matter
By Patrick Farmer published
Don't wait! For a limited time, Best Buy is heavily discounting some of my favorite tech, with a particular focus on Android accessories.

The best Samsung laptop I've ever used is currently $500 OFF, but one detail is making me nervous
By Patrick Farmer published
Sleek savings Currently receiving a major discount from Samsung, the Galaxy Book 5 Pro 360 is an incredible laptop, but not everything about this deal is perfect.

Going abroad? Never miss a moment with this 79% OFF NordVPN deal — plus score some free Amazon cash!
By Patrick Farmer published
This is huge NordVPN is offering an outstanding deal for customers who sign up for one of its two-year service plans, plus you'll be eligible for a free Amazon gift card.

How to get $1,150 OFF the Galaxy Z Fold 7 before the phone even (officially) exists
By Patrick Farmer published
I'm not joking Sign up for Samsung's Galaxy Reserve program before Unpacked on July 8th and you could score up to $1,150 off the next devices when they're announced.

The 'definitive value flagship of 2025' now comes with a FREE $100 gift card — don't wait!
By Patrick Farmer published
That's like free money The OnePlus 13R is one of our favorite affordable smartphones, and now it comes with a free gift card at Best Buy.

We called this phone 'incredibly gorgeous' two years ago, and now it's over 50% OFF at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Huge savings Best Buy is carving an outstanding $450 off the Motorola Edge Plus (2023), one of our favorite Moto phones in recent years. But is the flagship starting to show its age?

Forget Prime Day, Best Buy just launched a HUGE sale on Android phones — see the top 5 deals in my cart
By Patrick Farmer published
Up to $450 off For a limited time, Best Buy is offering huge price cuts on some of the most popular Android phones.

This premium Garmin watch is 47% OFF at Amazon today — why you should (and maybe shouldn't) buy it now
By Patrick Farmer published
Nearly half off! Amazon just dropped a major sale on Garmin watches, and one model in particular has caught my eye.

This is the best Android phone of 2025, and Best Buy will literally pay you to buy it
By Patrick Farmer published
Free gift cards, galore Best Buy is slashing up to $200 off the OnePlus 13, and now the retailer will even throw in a free gift card.

New T-Mobile deal hooks you up with a FREE Motorola Razr Plus — no trade-in required!
By Patrick Farmer published
No way! Add a line with one of T-Mobile's qualifying unlimited plans and you'll score enough promo credits to make the Motorola Razr Plus (2025) completely free!

My favorite Google Pixel 9 deal of all time just got even better — but there's a small problem
By Patrick Farmer published
BOGO wireless! Mint Mobile is slashing over 50% off the Google Pixel 9 AND throwing in a free year of wireless, so what's the catch?

This haptic vest could change VR gaming forever — and it's currently $200 OFF at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to level up Currently $200 off at Best Buy, this haptic vest will transform your gaming into an immersive, full-body experience.

Best smart locks 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Locked down Use our list of smart locks to choose the best combination of brains and brawns to protect your home, whether you want something with a fingerprint sensor or just a basic lock.

Best Buy launches HUGE Android sale for Father’s Day - here are the top 8 deals I’d buy before it's too late
By Patrick Farmer published
Ends Sunday Looking for a last-minute Father's Day gift? This week, Best Buy has a ton of outstanding deals for the tech-y dad in your life.

Mint Mobile just dropped its best data plan to a ridiculously low price — but how long will it last?
By Patrick Farmer published
Amaaazing Mint is slashing 50% off the first three months of its Unlimited plan for new customers, no strings attached.

The Meta Quest 3S crashes back to a record low price during Best Buy's Father's Day sale — I'm not joking
By Patrick Farmer published
Game on Head to Best Buy now and you'll score $30 off the budget-friendly Quest 3S and $80 worth of free stuff, courtesy of Meta.

Surprise Mint Mobile deal slashes OVER 50% off the Galaxy S25 and throws in a free year of Unlimited, just for kicks
By Patrick Farmer published
Holy cow Mint Mobile launches a massive new sale that could get you $440 off the Galaxy S25 and a free year of Unlimited wireless, no trade-in required.

The best Android smartwatch just crashed to a record low price at Samsung, and Amazon better watch out
By Patrick Farmer published
Unbelievable! This week only, the Discover Samsung Sale is dropping Prime Day-level deals on some of our favorite tech.

Samsung is actually carving $1,000 OFF the Galaxy Z Fold 6 this week — why wait for Prime Day?
By Patrick Farmer published
Discover savings This week only, Samsung is dropping up to $1,000 off the Galaxy Z Fold 6 when you trade in, or $400 off if you simply buy unlocked.

Amazon's Memorial Day sale may be over, but these 14 tech deals are still going strong
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Sale time Memorial Day is just around the corner, and Amazon is marking the occasion with a bounty of sweet Android deals.

Verizon will give you a FREE Galaxy S25 Edge as part of its 'Red Hot Deal Days' sale — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
Live on the edge Trade in an old phone and add a line with any myPlan and Verizon will hook you up with a FREE Galaxy S25 Edge once the phone drops on May 30th.
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