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

The best Motorola Razr Plus (2024) deals of February 2025 — epic offers from $5.99/month, straight discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer published
Razr saver I've scoured the web in search of the best Motorola Razr Plus (2024) deals, and this is what I found.

The best Mint Mobile deals and plans of February 2025 — free wireless, bundle discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Minty savings! Mint Mobile has always been touted as an affordable alternative to the traditional wireless carrier. Here are some ways you can make that cheap plan even cheaper.

Best prepaid SIM Cards for U.S. travelers and tourists 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Travel in comfort With the best prepaid SIM cards for U.S. travelers and tourists, you'll be connected with family and friends, no matter where you are in the country.

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals of February 2025 — huge trade-in savings, free gift cards, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
S25 is live The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is here, and I'm collecting all of the best deals from across the web.

Mint Mobile finally gets the new Samsung in stock, and it's one of the best Galaxy S25 deals I've seen
By Patrick Farmer published
Get Minty Mint Mobile just got the Galaxy S25 series in stock, and the deals are perfect for anyone looking to update their wireless situation.

Need more storage? Samsung's portable T7 SSD is nearly 50% OFF during Amazon's Presidents' Day sale
By Patrick Farmer published
Hurry up! Amazon's Presidents' Day sale is carving 48% off one of the best solutions for portable storage, but how long will the discount last?

The best Amazon Presidents' Day deals — score major discounts on Samsung, Google, and beyond
By Patrick Farmer published
Last chance! Presidents' Day has arrived, and there are still plenty of great Android deals to check out during Amazon's big sale.

Walmart unleashes epic Presidents Day sale to compete with Amazon and Best Buy — see the best tech deals from $17
By Patrick Farmer published
Up to 50% off Walmart has just joined the list of retailers offering excellent deals ahead of Presidents' Day, and I've gathered a selection of my favorite Android offers into this guide.

Forget the S25, Best Buy's Presidents' Day sale has sent the Google Pixel 9 Pro soaring back to its Black Friday price
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to buy As part of its sitewide sale event, Best Buy is carving a straight $200 off the unlocked Pixel 9 Pro, returning the device to its lowest-ever price.

Best Buy drops massive Presidents' Day sale event — here are the top 10 tech deals that you should care about
By Patrick Farmer published
Epic deals Step aside, Amazon: Best Buy just dropped a huge sale event of its own, and I'm gathering all of the best Android deals into this guide.

The Google Pixel 8 is now cheaper than the Pixel 8a, thanks to Amazon's Presidents' Day Sale
By Patrick Farmer published
Not a typo Amazon's Presidents' Day sale is live, but you might have missed this record-smashing discount on 2023's Google Pixel 8.

Best Motorola phones 2025
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Hello Moto! Here are the best Motorola phones you should consider if you're planning to buy a new phone. From budget options to foldables, there are many choices.

The Sony headphones that I wear every day just scored their first major discount since Black Friday
By Patrick Farmer published
Heads up! For the first time this year, Amazon is slashing a straight $100 off the Sony WH-1000XM4, my favorite wireless headphones on the market.

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.

The 'best value' NAS for Plex just crashed to its lowest price ever at Amazon — but the deal ends tomorrow
By Patrick Farmer published
YASS NAS Pick up the 4-bay Terramaster F4-423 from Amazon and you'll be able to clip a $69 coupon for some serious savings.

Best smart home devices 2025
By Patrick Farmer, Samuel Contreras last updated
Peak smart home living 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.

The stylish Fitbit Versa 4 scores a 25% discount, just in time for Valentine's Day
By Patrick Farmer published
Sweet! Order the Fitbit Versa 4 from Best Buy or Amazon and you'll get a 25% discount alongside a six-month subscription to Fitbit Premium.

Best Android phones 2025: My top picks from Samsung, Google, OnePlus, and more
By Nicholas Sutrich, Patrick Farmer last updated
Cream of the crop There are so many great Android phones to buy that it can be tough to know which one to get. These are the best of the best at each price point.

Is TextNow's free wireless plan actually free? Here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Free 5G TextNow is an ad-supported wireless provider that gives you unlimited talk and text for 100% free. So what's the catch?

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 last-minute Galaxy S25 preorder deal gets you a FREE pair of Galaxy Buds 3 Pro earbuds, no strings attached
By Patrick Farmer published
Not a test Preorder the Galaxy S25 Plus from Samsung and you'll be eligible for a bunch of trade-in credit AND a free pair of wireless earbuds.

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 deals of February 2025: massive trade-in opportunities, straight discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
The wait is over The Galaxy Z Fold 6 has landed, so where are all the deals? Don't worry folks, we've got you covered.

The best Verizon deals of February 2025, plus the ultimate plan guide
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Deals Whether you're trading in an old device or adding a new line, you can save loads of money with the Verizon phone deals found in this guide.
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