Samuel Contreras
When Samuel is not writing about networking or 5G at Android Central, he spends most of his time researching computer components and obsessing over what CPU goes into the ultimate Windows 98 computer. It's the Pentium 3.
Latest articles by Samuel Contreras
Total by Verizon launches with new prepaid plans and family savings
By Samuel Contreras published
Thanks to Verizon's purchase of Tracfone, the carrier has created a handful of new prepaid plans with up to unlimited data, 5G, and even Disney+ if you go unlimited.
Speedefy KX450 AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 router review: Keep it real, simple
By Samuel Contreras last updated
How to trade your old phone in with Visible
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Get a new phone for free when you switch to Visible and trade in your old phone.
Mint Mobile vs. US Mobile: Which MVNO should you get?
By Samuel Contreras published
US Mobile offers unlimited data on the Verizon or T-Mobile LTE network while Mint Mobile maxes out at 40GB. If you can reign in your usage Mint Mobile can still be a better choice.
Does Visible support unlocked phones?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Bring the phone you love to a new network.
Google Fi vs. T-Mobile: Which is best in 2024?
By Samuel Contreras published
Google Fi and T-Mobile have similar coverage and features, as long as everyone is on Android.
T-Mobile offers three months of free data to try its network while making it even easier to switch
By Samuel Contreras published
T-Mobile has added a feature to its iOS app called T-Mobile Network Pass which allows users to try out the T-Mobile network for three months with unlimited data. Android support is coming soon.
Does Tello support 5G?
By Samuel Contreras published
Get the T-Mobile 5G network for cheap with Tello's plans.
Does Visible support Wi-Fi calling?
By Samuel Contreras published
Visible has gone all digital with its phone calls and supports Wi-Fi calling on a few phones with more support planned in the future.
TP-Link Deco M5 vs. Deco M4: Which should you buy?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
TP-Link is known for making excellent routers, but picking the best for you can get a chore.
Cricket vs. Straight Talk: Which has the better prepaid phone plan?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Cricket Wireless has some great features including family plan savings and 5G support on AT&T, but Straight Talk offers unlimited data at cheaper prices for one or two lines.
T-Mobile's top plan is getting even better with free Apple TV Plus
By Samuel Contreras published
Apple TV+ is coming to Magenta MAX plans on T-Mobile in addition to other streaming perks.
Best routers with parental controls 2024
By Samuel Contreras published
You don't need to give up speed or coverage for powerful parental controls.
ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12 review: Making me want faster internet
By Samuel Contreras published
This two-piece mesh system uses Wi-Fi 6E to keep speeds as high as possible, whether you have 6GHz devices or not.
Best TP-Link router 2024
By Samuel Contreras published
TP-Link makes networking products that strike a great balance between price and quality. If you're looking to get in on the brand, here are some of our favorite routers.
Mint Mobile vs. Consumer Cellular: Which should you subscribe to?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Mint Mobile is a great choice for most smartphone users with T-Mobile coverage. Consumer Cellular has a lot more choice with fewer minutes but still offers plenty of data if you find you need it.
Boost Mobile vs. Verizon Prepaid: Which should you subscribe to?
By Samuel Contreras published
Boost offers a better value than Verizon Prepaid, with a wide range of plans and discounts that are immediately accessible to new customers.
What Android phones are compatible with Visible?
By Samuel Contreras published
Visible works with a lot of Android phones these days, but still lacks support for some older models or more uncommon phones.
Tello vs. Boost Mobile: How much data do you really need?
By Samuel Contreras published
Tello holds on to the lead for light and average data users, but Boost Mobile's great unlimited plans with family savings are a great option for heavier users.
Visible cancels popular Party Pay option, introduces new plans and perks
By Samuel Contreras published
Visible's cheapest new plan costs $30 per month with most of what customers loved about Visible's old plan.
Google Fiber plans to expand to five new states
By Samuel Contreras published
If you're in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Nebraska, or Nevada, you may have a new internet option coming your way.
Which network does Tello use?
By Samuel Contreras published
To get the most out of Tello, get a 5G phone for T-Mobile's network.
Get a $200 gift card when you buy a Pixel 6a and join Visible
By Samuel Contreras published
One of the best affordable Android phones you can buy comes with a $200 virtual gift card when you sign up for an unlimited plan with Visible.