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 Samsung Galaxy S26 deals of May 2026 — free phones, trade-in discounts, and more
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's finally here! The Galaxy S26 lineup has finally hit store shelves, and I'm gathering all of the best deals into this guide.

The 'best-sounding earbuds I've used yet' just scored a rare discount at Amazon — but you better act fast
By Patrick Farmer published
Major earbuds deal The Bose Quietcomfort Ultra (Gen 2) are among the best-sounding and most comfortable wireless earbuds we've ever used, and now they're 17% off at Amazon.

A new Verizon deal apparently just gives you $100 to try the Samsung Galaxy S26 — here's how it works
By Patrick Farmer published
Free gift card alert Just in time for Mother's Day, Verizon wants to give you a free Samsung Galaxy S26 and a $100 gift card, just for kicks.

The Galaxy A37 is Samsung's latest midrange masterpiece — and it's already FREE with new T-Mobile deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Easy savings Need a budget phone with flagship-level specs? T-Mobile will give you the Galaxy A37 for FREE when you add a line.

The Motorola Razr 2026 series is coming — preorder guide, FAQ, and everything you need to know before the deals go live
By Patrick Farmer published
Razr time Motorola has revealed its 2026 Razr lineup, but you'll have to wait a bit longer to get your hands on the phones.

Stop the presses — the best entry-level LG OLED TV has dropped to only $599 at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Time to switch The LG OLED B5 Series has crashed to just $599 during Best Buy's current sale, but how long will it last?

I've tested many of the world's best e-readers — and a few of them are heavily discounted at Amazon right now
By Patrick Farmer published
Read on! Whether you're shopping for Mother's Day gift or simply tackling those 2026 reading goals, these e-reader deals deserve your attention.

Forget the 2026 models: T-Mobile will give you last year's Motorola Razr Ultra for FREE with new line
By Patrick Farmer published
Why wait? Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and T-Mobile will give you our favorite flip phone of 2025 for FREE, no trade-in required.

The #1 'best cheap Garmin watch' just got even cheaper with a 20% discount at Amazon
By Patrick Farmer published
Garmin savings The Garmin Forerunner 165, our favorite cheap Garmin watch, just scored a 20% discount for a limited time.

The Moto G Power (2025) is a solid budget phone with a few surprises — and it's FREE at Straight Talk Wireless
By Patrick Farmer published
Keep it simple Add a line with an eligible unlimited plan and Straight Talk Wireless will give you the 2025 Moto G Power for FREE.

Verizon brings back bundle deal that gets you a free Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus, Galaxy Watch 8, AND $100 gift card - so what's the catch?
By Patrick Farmer published
Amazing savings Verizon is bringing back a deal that will give you a free smartwatch or tablet when you purchase an eligible smartphone. Oh, and there's a gift card up for grabs too.

YouTube TV vs. Hulu Plus Live TV: the battle of the cable alternatives
By Patrick Farmer published
YouTube TV and Hulu + Live are two of the best live TV streaming services in the business. But how do they differ, and which is the better alternative to cable?

This Garmin watch completely changed how I run, and it just got a massive discount at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Get active Despite its age, the Garmin Forerunner 265S is a sleek, versatile fitness watch that could totally transform your exercise regimen.

Samsung is heavily discounting its older smart TVs to make room for 2026 stock — save up to $1,600 with these deals!
By Patrick Farmer published
Samsung's 2026 is here, which means older models are seeing some hefty discounts.

T-Mobile is apparently giving away the Galaxy Watch 8 for FREE with new deal — here's how to claim yours
By Patrick Farmer published
Watch this Add a line with T-Mobile's Watch Plus plan and you'll get enough promo credits to make the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 completely free!

YouTube TV: Everything you need to know
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Cut that cable! Here's everything you need to know about YouTube TV. The service offers you hundreds of live channels, unlimited cloud DVR storage, and a lot more.

This 'surprising' Lenovo Chromebook has crashed back to a Black Friday price at Best Buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Amazing! As part of its Ultimate Upgrade sale, Best Buy is carving over 50% off the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook.

Yes, Visible will really give you $480 when you buy the Samsung Galaxy S26 — but there's a catch
By Patrick Farmer published
Over 50% off New and existing customers who sign up for Visible's Plus Pro plan will score $480 when they buy the Samsung Galaxy S26.

Verizon wants to give you a free Galaxy S26 Ultra AND a $100 gift card, just for kicks — here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Free x2 Verizon has just leveled up one of its best deals by adding a free $100 gift card when you buy a phone and add an eligible line on its website!

The Meta Quest 3 is about to be hit with a major price hike — grab the VR headset before it's too late
By Patrick Farmer published
The Meta Quest 3 is about to get more expensive, so it's your last chance to buy the headset at the current price.

Amazon finally drops some good deals on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, completely offsetting that pesky price hike
By Patrick Farmer published
Up to $200 off! Sick of all the trade-in deals and eligibility requirements? Amazon just dropped some straight deals on the Galaxy S26 lineup.

One of the world's most powerful flip phones is now 46% OFF at Amazon — that's not a typo
By Patrick Farmer published
$600 off Amazon has decided to slash $600 off the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025), one of the best flip phones we've ever used.

Ranking the TOP 6 best Android phones under $200 in 2026
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 AMOLED panels to years of software updates.
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