
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

TP-Link Archer AXE300 review: The content creator’s companion
By Samuel Contreras published
If you need the fastest speeds a home router can deliver, the Archer AXE300 is one of only a few with full quad-band speeds.

Best heavy-duty cases for Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus in 2023
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Nothing's worse than breaking your new phone. If you like to hike or have a tough job, protecting your phone with a strong case can help it last longer, work better, and hold its value for resale.

Best phones for Google Fi 2023
By Andrew Martonik, Jeramy Johnson, Samuel Contreras last updated
Almost any unlocked phone will work on Google Fi, which opens up possibilities for what you can bring to the carrier. Here are the ones we think work best on the service.

What is an APN, and how do I change it?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
The right APN settings are essential for your phone to connect to your carrier's network.

How do I know if my phone is unlocked?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
An unlocked phone is the key to getting service from an alternative carrier. Here's how you can check if your device is unlocked.

TP-Link Archer AXE75 router review: A sensible Wi-Fi 6E router
By Samuel Contreras published
The Archer AXE75 makes getting into Wi-FI 6E more affordable thanks to sensible hardware specifications and plenty of software control.

VoLTE: How to use it and why you should care
By Samuel Contreras last updated
You're likely already using VoLTE every time you make a call.

ExpressVPN Aircove Wi-Fi 6 router: The easiest a VPN has ever been
By Samuel Contreras published
The Aircove makes it easy to pick and choose your VPN without installing any extensions or apps.

How to set up eero Internet Backup
By Samuel Contreras published
Keep your network online when your internet goes out with eero Plus and eero Internet

Visible vs. Boost Mobile: Which carrier should you get?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Visible stands apart with its cheap unlimited data and can even be upgraded with premium data speeds.

Best Verizon Disney Plus bundles in 2023
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Verizon is footing the bill for Disney Plus video streaming on some of its plans. These are the best plans to take advantage of the offer no matter how you prefer to watch.

Netgear Orbi RBR860S router review: A bizarre balance of feature
By Samuel Contreras published
Start with a fast Orbi router with coverage that’s easy to expand if you need it.

Does Visible support 5G?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
If your phone supports Verizon's 5G network, you can get connected with Visible service.

Xfinity Mobile's two new plans give customers new premium unlimited options
By Samuel Contreras published
Xfinity Mobile is moving to become a more premium carrier with two new unlimited plans. Exclusive to Xfinity customers, Xfinity Mobile now offers HD streaming and up to 50GB of high-speed data.

Which MVNOs allow tethering?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Share your mobile data without contracts or credit checks.

What is eero internet backup?
By Samuel Contreras published
We rely on the internet for so much in our lives so it makes a lot of sense to have a backup

Mint Mobile vs. Metro by T-Mobile: Which carrier should you get?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Mint Mobile makes data cheaper than ever thanks to bulk packaging but Metro can give you more of it. Both of these MVNOs make good use of T-Mobile's network, but which does it better?

Should you buy a Wi-Fi 6E router in 2022?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Wi-Fi 6E routers are the fastest you can buy but many people still lack the devices and internet connection to take full advantage of the tech. For most people, Wi-Fi 6 is still plenty fast.

Don't clock out just yet, Samsung is still discounting some of its best tech for Cyber Monday
By Samuel Contreras published
Samsung makes a wide range of products and has discounted a bunch of them for Cyber Monday and Cyber Week.

Act today to get faster Wi-Fi as soon as today with these eero deals at Best Buy
By Samuel Contreras published
Upgrade your home Wi-Fi with eero bundles on sale at Best Buy. Since Best Buy has stores all over the country, you can order one of these eero packs today and pick it up on your way home from work.

Amazon Echo speakers make your home smarter and most models are cheaper than ever
By Samuel Contreras published
Get one for every room or upgrade to an Echo with better sound in your living room.

Stop paying modem rental fees with these Cyber Monday cable modem deals
By Samuel Contreras published
You can save with your own modem whether you're looking to reduce your cable bill or want to be ready for new multi-gig internet speeds.

Four of my favorite gaming routers are the cheapest they've been with Cyber Monday deals
By Samuel Contreras published
Gaming routers are overkill by design so when you play, you can be confident you'll have the best ping possible.

Looking at eeros for Cyber Monday? The eero 6+ is the best one and it's never been cheaper
By Samuel Contreras published
AX3000 speeds with 160MHz support give eero 6+ all of the speed it needs without increasing the size.

Mesh Wi-Fi is cheaper than ever on Cyber Monday, the secret is picking the right speed to get the best value
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Mesh Wi-Fi kits use multiple compact routers to create a blanket of coverage in your home. Here's how to pick out the right mesh for your internet speed.