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
TextNow launches new free wireless plan that's *actually* free — here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Free 4 real The ultra-affordable MVNO TextNow has just announced a new plan that gives you unlimited talk, text, and access to a few essential apps at no cost whatsoever.
The Google Pixel 8a isn't even out yet and Verizon is already giving them away for free
By Patrick Farmer published
Whoa! Sign up for an eligible data plan and Verizon will give you enough promo credits over 36 months to make the new Google Pixel 8a completely free.
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.
Forget the 8a, this is the historic Google Pixel 7a deal that you've been waiting for — up to 50% off!
By Patrick Farmer published
Pixel savings For a limited time, Best Buy is slashing up to 50% off the Google Pixel 7a when you activate the phone on their site.
T-Mobile bought Mint Mobile — can you still get the BOGO wireless deal?
By Patrick Farmer published
We ♥ Mint T-Mobile has officially acquired Mint Mobile, but what does that mean for all of Mint's great wireless deals?
A Visible deal is slashing $240 OFF the Google Pixel 8 for a limited time — but you'll need this promo code
By Patrick Farmer published
Sweet! Visible is slashing prices on nearly all Pixel devices when you use the code GOOGLE during checkout. This is what you need to know.
The best Google Pixel 7a deals of December 2024 — make this cheap phone even cheaper
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals The Pixel 7a has been out for awhile, and deals on the midrange masterpiece are more common than ever before.
Best Buy launches HUGE smartwatch and Fitbit sale, just in time for Mother's Day — check out my top 5 deals
By Patrick Farmer published
Mega savings Best Buy is kicking off the month of May with a massive sale on Galaxy smartwatches and Fitbits, including a few of our all-time favorites. Here are five of my top picks.
The best Mother's Day tech deals 2024 — save hundreds on wearables, flagship phones, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Celebrate mom Shopping for the tech-savvy mother in your life? We've gathered all of best Android-based tech deals into one guide.
Need some dirt cheap wireless? This Tracfone deal is dropping phone plans to as low as $12/month when you buy a year
By Patrick Farmer published
No contract, no problem The versatile MVNO carrier Tracfone is now slashing up to 20% off your phone bill when you pay for wireless service in advance.
The flagship-killing OnePlus 12R just scored a historic discount during Best Buy's Flash Sale — ends Sunday!!
By Patrick Farmer published
The challenger is here Best Buy just launched a sitewide weekend sale that carves a never-before-seen $70 off the OnePlus 12R.
This Pixel phone was truly iconic, and now it's 46% OFF at Amazon, no strings attached
By Patrick Farmer published
Pro savings Amazon is quietly slashing 46% off the Google Pixel 7 Pro, a feature-packed flagship that we once called the best Android phone that money can buy.
This hidden Visible deal could drop your phone bill to ONLY $15 per month — just use this promo code
By Patrick Farmer published
Sick savings! Visible just launched a deal that'll save you $10 per month on your phone bill for three months when you use this promo code.
Best Buy just launched a massive sale on Android phones — these are the 10 deals I wouldn't sleep on
By Patrick Farmer published
Bring it on Best Buy has quietly launched a massive sale on Android-friendly devices, so we've collected 10 of our favorite deals into this guide.
Best Buy's Spring Sale just dropped the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus back to its LOWEST price ever — that's no typo, folks
By Patrick Farmer published
Balanced savings Best Buy is currently slashing $150 off both storage configurations of the Galaxy S24 Plus, no strings attached.
Best Buy is giving away FREE gift cards when you buy the Samsung Galaxy A35 5G — save up to $140 with activation
By Patrick Farmer published
Already?! The Galaxy A35 5G just hit store shelves on April 18th, and yet you can already find some major deals if you know where to look.
Amazon launches huge sale on Fire streaming devices — these are the deals I'd buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Fire deals! Amazon is randomly slashing prices on a wide variety of streaming devices, with up to 40% in savings up for grabs.
My favorite cheap tablet is suddenly cheaper than it's EVER BEEN at Amazon — no strings attached
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Woah! Months before Prime Day, Amazon is already slashing a record-breaking 27% off the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, Android Central's pick for the best cheap tablet.
Best Earth Day deals 2024 — your sustainable tech shopping guide
By Patrick Farmer published
Green deals! Earth Day is April 22nd, so a ton of online retailers are discounting their sustainable tech and refurbished devices. These are the best deals we've found so far.
Visible announces new annual plans — our favorite cheap wireless carrier is about to get even cheaper
By Patrick Farmer published
Pay early and save Starting in May, Visible will begin offering annual plans to customers who want to pay for a full year of wireless in advance.
The best refurbished phone deals of December 2024
By Patrick Farmer published
Good as new Earth Day is April 22nd and we're preparing for the big day by gathering all of the best refurbished phone deals from across the web.
The Motorola phone that we called 'fantastic' and 'flagship-level' is selling for only $250 at Best Buy today
By Patrick Farmer published
Another record discount Best Buy is currently slashing $150 off the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023), a midrange masterpiece that features a built-in stylus and some great-for-the-price specs.
You can apparently get the new Galaxy A15 for JUST $99 with this Straight Talk wireless deal — no trade-in required
By Patrick Farmer published
Not a typo Bundle the purchase of the new Samsung Galaxy A15 5G with an eligible Straight Talk wireless plan and you'll get the phone for just under a Benjamin.
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