
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

I just scored 50% OFF the Motorola Razr Plus (2023) and October Prime Day hasn't even started yet
By Patrick Farmer published
Can't beat that. Best Buy is currently slashing $500 off the Motorola Razr Plus (2023) when you activate the phone on its site. That's half off one of our favorite foldable phones from the past five years!

Best Boost Mobile phones 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
The best of Boost! Whether you're a new Boost customer or if you've been with them for years, you'll find the best Boost Mobile phones here.

Verizon updated this home internet deal to include OVER $500 of savings and free stuff — here's the scoop
By Patrick Farmer published
Sign me up Sign up for an eligible Verizon home internet plan and you could score some serious savings. Here's how it works.

This Samsung Galaxy S24 FE preorder deal might just get you $400 OFF — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
FE for thee The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE was just unveiled this morning, but you can already score up to $400 off with a trade-in, plus 50% off the Galaxy Buds FE when you purchase the bundle.

How to preorder the Meta Quest 3S — early deals, release date, and what you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
Quest for less Meta has finally unveiled the Quest 3S, a feature-packed VR headset that starts at just $299. Ready to preorder? Here's what you need to know.

Don't wait for Prime Day, the best Google Pixel 9 deal on the web is at Mint Mobile RIGHT NOW
By Patrick Farmer published
Woah! Forget about Amazon's fall sale, you can buy the new Google Pixel 9 from Mint Mobile today alongside a six-month data plan and get some incredible savings out of the deal.

Best 5G phones
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Simply the best 5G unlocks vastly better connectivity, so it's important that you have the right phone for the job. These are the best 5G phones you can get right now.

Mint Mobile will now give you $400 OFF the Pixel 9 Pro XL and 50% off a year of wireless, just for kicks
By Patrick Farmer published
XL savings Mint Mobile is now including the Pixel 9 Pro XL in its free wireless bundle deal, resulting in savings as immense as the phone itself.

Our favorite earbuds just got their first real discount during Best Buy's Labor Day sale — and it's a biggie
By Patrick Farmer published
Last chance! Best Buy's Labor Day sale is carving a straight $50 off the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 earbuds, our favorite buds on the market.

LAST CALL for Labor Day phone deals! See my top 10 picks from across the web (before it's too late)
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Labor Day savings Labor Day sales are kicking off across the web, and I've hunted down the 10 best discounts for Android users.

Uh, what month is it? My favorite Android phone just got a Prime Day discount during Best Buy's Labor Day sale
By Patrick Farmer published
OnePlus magic Best Buy's Labor Day sale just kicked off with a $100 discount on the OnePlus 12, one of the best flagship phones released this year.

Samsung's Labor Day sale is LIVE — these are the Android deals you should care about
By Patrick Farmer published
Let's gooo Samsung just kicked off a big Labor Day sale with discounts on everything from home appliances to foldable phones. Here are the best Android Central-approved deals.

The best Google Pixel 9 deals of April 2025 — free gift cards, trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Pixel 9, all mine Google just unveiled its upcoming flagship lineup, including the Pixel 9, the Pixel 9 Pro, and the new Pixel 9 Pro XL. Here's how to order one of these devices for cheap.

Back-to-school phone sales 2024 — epic deals on Samsung, Pixel, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Student savings Whether you're shopping for a kid or heading back to campus for fall semester, these are the best student-friendly phone deals for Android users.

Best places to buy a refurbished phone
By Samuel Contreras, Patrick Farmer last updated
New to you! By going the refurbished route, you can not only get some of the best Android phones at much lower prices, but also help in reducing electronic waste.

This new Mint Mobile deal gives you FOUR FREE lines when you buy one — no, that's not a typo!
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to switch If you're an AT&T or Verizon customer, sign up for a three-month data plan at Mint Mobile and you'll get four identical lines for free!

This Verizon Fios deal has some unusual perks — save big on appliances, NFL Sunday Tickets, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Preferred Partner Verizon Fios will now give you a free NFL Sunday Ticket or $400 off Samsung appliances when you sign up for the 1 Gig or 2 Gig home internet plan.

Yes, you can really get a FREE Google Pixel 9 from Best Buy (and it's easier than you think)
By Patrick Farmer published
Epic trade-in offers Best Buy is leading the charge with trade-in deals on the Google Pixel 9. Dig up those old phones and see how much you can save.

All the best back-to-school deals for Android users — see discounts on tablets, TVs, smartphones, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Campus-ready The summer break will be over before you know it, so make sure you're ready with one of the best back-to-school tech deals.

The best Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold preorder deals — release date, what to expect, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Fold 4 ever The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold was finally revealed this morning in all of its expensive glory, but there are a few ways to save before the release date.

The best Google Pixel Watch 3 preorder deals — how to buy and what to expect
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's here! Google just unveiled the Pixel Watch 3, a versatile wearable that's sure to rank among the best Android smartwatches of the year. Here's how to buy.

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 deals of April 2025: free wireless, trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Don't flip out The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 finally hit store shelves last month, but you might be surprised at the number of deals that are still available.

Here's how to get 50% off your phone bill for an ENTIRE YEAR when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 from Mint Mobile
By Patrick Farmer published
Back to school in style Mint Mobile is now including the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 in its list of bundle deals, just in time for back-to-school season!

Whoa! My favorite small phone is now $0.00 at Verizon — but there's a catch
By Patrick Farmer published
Free flagship, anyone? Add a line with an eligible data plan and Verizon might hook you up with Samsung's latest flagship for free.

Forget the Pixel 9, the phone I use every day just crashed to a record low price
By Patrick Farmer published
8a, all the way We're about to get a first look at the Pixel 9 series, but if you just want a great phone today, Best Buy has just dropped a huge deal on the Google Pixel 8a while nobody was looking.
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