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
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.
The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite from Samsung is a $100 Black Friday tablet from a brand you can trust
By Samuel Contreras published
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is a cheap tablet but Samsung is supporting it like any other. This MediaTek-powered tablet has an Android 12 update ready to install and comes with 3GB of RAM.
Wi-Fi should be fast in every room, make it so with mega 50% off savings on Nest Wifi from Google
By Samuel Contreras published
Nest Wifi has plenty of speed for most people with strong coverage, easy setup and management, and the right price on a three-pack with this Black Friday deal.
Save on your heating bill with Amazon's Smart Thermostat Black Friday deal
By Samuel Contreras published
You can save even more with rebates from some power companies.
Best external hard drives & SSDs for Chromebox 2024
By Jerry Hildenbrand, Harish Jonnalagadda, Samuel Contreras published
Why try to get by when adding storage is as easy as plugging it in? Here are some of the best external hard drives and SSDs for Chromebox.
Verizon launches a 30-day trial with its fastest 5G network and hopes you'll stay
By Samuel Contreras published
If you've got an unlocked phone with eSIM compatibility, like a Google Pixel or a Galaxy from the last couple of years, you can try Verizon's fastest 5G for 30 days with 100GB of premium data.
ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 review: It’s fast as heck, but does anyone really need it?
By Samuel Contreras published
Don’t give up any 5GHz speed with the upgrade to 6GHz Wi-Fi.
TP-Link's Wi-Fi 7 lineup brings huge speed and capacity upgrades over 6E
By Samuel Contreras published
TP-Link has been one of the clear leaders when it comes to Wi-Fi 6 and 6E, and with Wi-Fi 7, the company has a keen focus on creating complete home networking solutions.
Best smart power strip 2024
By Samuel Contreras published
Make your home's power smarter and more convenient.
How to sign up for Visible, plus prices and plans
By Samuel Contreras published
Visible's offer of $30/month for unlimited talk, text, data, and hotspot usage on Verizon's LTE and 5G network, is tough to pass up. Here's how to sign up.
Tello vs. Visible: Which is best for you?
By Samuel Contreras published
Versus Tello can save light users plenty of money, but heavy users will feel more at home with Visible.
Nest Wifi vs. Google Wifi: Which should you buy?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Versus Google Wifi is a great value for building a simple mesh network but thanks to its higher speeds and the inclusion of a smart speaker, the Nest Wifi system makes the most sense today.
TP-Link Deco X60 vs. Deco X20: Which Wi-Fi 6 mesh router should you buy?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Versus There are a lot of cheap mesh systems to choose from and TP-Link's Deco line has some of the best values in the industry.
Eero vs. Eero Pro: What are the differences and which should you buy?
By Samuel Contreras published
The tri-band eero Pro keeps speeds higher even when you're connected to a mesh node.
Arris Surfboard Thruster Wi-Fi 6E W6B review: Can we finally get rid of Ethernet?
By Samuel Contreras published
A multi-gig link keeps games running without lag and without running any wires.
Visible vs. Metro by T-Mobile: Which is better for you?
By Samuel Contreras published
Versus With cheap unlimited data on both, it comes down to which network works best for you and your device.
Best Pixel 7 screen protectors
By Samuel Contreras published
It's gut-wrenching to drop your brand new phone and even worse if the screen gets smashed. Luckily, you can buy a screen protector for your new Pixel 7 so you're protected from the first day.
Upgrade to the 5G Nord N200 from OnePlus with 25% off for Amazon Prime customers
By Samuel Contreras published
Get a big discount on a big phone with the battery life to match.
With excellent sound and ANC, the Galaxy Buds Pro are a steal at $80 off on Amazon
By Samuel Contreras published
Active noise cancelation, a comfortable design, and an IPX7 water resistance rating make these headphones a good fit for nearly any scenario.
The gorgeous 12.4-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus tablet is $350 off for Prime Day
By Samuel Contreras published
Get a big discount on one of our favorite big tablets.
Google’s wireless Pixel Buds A-Series sound great, look cute (in Dark Olive), and are 33% off
By Samuel Contreras published
Sound isolation gives you plenty of audio clarity without pulling you out of real life.
Arrive home to clean floors and save money with these iRobot and Roomba deals
By Samuel Contreras published
Kick your shoes off without getting dirty socks.
With 30% off the Wyze Lock, never worry about leaving your door unlocked again
By Samuel Contreras published
The Wyze Lock uses Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to give you more control of your door at home. You can also control it with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant from anywhere in your home.
Bid pet hair goodbye with big savings on a Roborock S7 MaxV robot vacuum on Prime Day
By Samuel Contreras published
The Roborock S7 MaxV is a powerful robot vacuum that can both sweep and mop. It's sensors keep it from using the wrong brush on carpet and keeps it from hitting any obstacles on the way.
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