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
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Don't wait for Prime Day, the best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 deal is at Best Buy RIGHT NOW
By Patrick Farmer published
Preorder time! There are plenty of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 deals going around, but this is why Best Buy's preorder promotion might just be the best.
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The best Prime Day smart home deals 2024: dates, FAQ, and what to expect from the big sale
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Get smart this Prime Day Prime Day is just a few days away, and whether you want to hear about an early deal or simply get some questions answered, this guide has you covered.
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Amazon Prime Day 2024: final dates, plus early deals and what to expect from the sale
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's Prime time Prime Day is just around the corner, and here's everything we know about Amazon's Big Sale so far.
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How to preorder the Samsung Galaxy Ring — early deals and everything you need to know about the long-awaited wearable
By Patrick Farmer published
To rule them all After years of waiting, Samsung finally revealed the Galaxy Ring this morning. But how can you buy it?
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The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 preorder deals — how to buy and everything you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
Don't flip out The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 was announced today, and there are already quite a few ways to get the phone for cheap ahead of its July 24th release date.
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How to preorder the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 — early deals and what you need to know
By Patrick Farmer published
The wait is over The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is officially scheduled to hit store shelves on July 24th, so I've gathered all of the best preorder deals into this guide.
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Walmart has apparently launched its "biggest sale ever" — these are the Android deals I'd buy
By Patrick Farmer published
Until Thursday Days before Amazon Prime Day is set to kick off, Walmart has launched a massive limited-time sale of its own. Here are some of my favorite deals.
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Last chance! Score up to $1,500 OFF the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 before it's even announced — here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
Beat the crowds Reserve your Galaxy preorder before Unpacked and you'll get a free $50 credit plus loads of trade-in credit once the devices go live.
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The Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus is $200 OFF during Best Buy's 4th of July weekend sale — so what's the catch?
By Patrick Farmer published
It's all about balance As part of Best Buy's 4th of July weekend sale, you can score a straight $100 off the Galaxy S24 Plus if you buy unlocked or $200 off if you activate today.
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The 4th of July smart TV sales are still going strong — see the best deals UNDER $300
By Patrick Farmer last updated
5 under $300 There are always plenty of great TV deals around the 4th of July holiday, but if you're looking to spend less than $300, here are my top picks.
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Prime Day Android phone deals 2024 — official dates, early deals, and everything you need to know
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's almost Prime time! Amazon's biggest sale of the year is just weeks away, but there are already plenty of great Android phone deals if you don't want to wait.
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Best Android phones under $100 in 2024
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Keep it cheap! Getting a decent Android experience is possible, even if you're on a shoestring budget. Here are some of the best Android phones under $100 that you might want to check out.
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Best Android phones under $200 in 2024
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Two Benjamins' worth! Take a look at some of the best Android phones under $200, which offer everything from big batteries to years of software updates.
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Best prepaid SIM Cards for U.S. travelers and tourists 2024
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Travel in comfort Getting a foreign SIM card to the U.S. can result in expensive roaming charges. Instead, consider buying a prepaid SIM card for U.S. travelers and tourists to stay connected during your visit.
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Best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 deals of July 2024: up to $1,000 of trade-in credit, instant discounts, and FAQ
By Patrick Farmer published
flip out The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is here, and we've gathered all of the best deals from across the web.
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Amazon will now give you $250 to buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra — here's the deal
By Patrick Farmer published
A great time to go Ultra Buy the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra from Amazon today and you'll score a free $250 gift card, no strings attached.
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Samsung just quietly dropped the Galaxy Z Flip 5 to its lowest price EVER — what does this mean for Unpacked 2024?
By Patrick Farmer published
This is huge Samsung has just carved a whopping $270 off the 512GB Galaxy Z Flip 5, making the innovative foldable cheaper than ever before.
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Best Boost Mobile phones 2024
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.
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Samsung deal drops the new Galaxy Watch FE to only $99 with ANY smartwatch trade-in, guaranteed
By Patrick Farmer published
Sign me up The Galaxy Watch FE just hit store shelves yesterday, but you can already get 50% off the watch with this simple trade-in deal.
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Prime Day smartwatch deals — dates, early discounts, and FAQ
By Patrick Farmer last updated
It's time Prime Day may be just a few weeks away, so get ready for Amazon's biggest sale of the year with this guide.
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Prime Day Android TV deals 2024 — DATES, early deals, and what to expect
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Major TV discounts We're gathering all of the best smart TV deals on the web into one guide, from simple, compact sets to feature-packed entertainment powerhouses.
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Best Prime Day tablet deals 2024 — dates confirmed, early deals, and FAQ
By Patrick Farmer last updated
Why wait? Amazon's Prime Day sale is expected to launch next month, but we're already on the hunt for the best Android tablet deals.
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Best Android phones 2024
By Nicholas Sutrich, Patrick Farmer published
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.
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Best smart displays 2024
By Patrick Farmer published
Ask and you shall see Smart speakers are fine for music, but for video, controls, and everything else, you'll want only the best smart displays.
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Mint Mobile deal is now carving $180 off the Google Pixel 8 AND giving away six months of free wireless, just for kicks
By Patrick Farmer published
Sweet! Mint is now including the Google Pixel 8 in its list of phones that come with six months of free wireless, plus you'll score a major discount.