
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

Best routers with parental controls 2023
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 2023
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.

Boost Mobile buyer's guide: Everything you need to know
By Samuel Contreras published
What you need to know about Boost Mobile's phones, plans, and service.

How to transfer/port number from another carrier to Visible
By Samuel Contreras last updated
If you're looking to save money by switching to a new carrier, you don't have to give up the phone number you've had for years.

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.

T-Mobile rides high on customer additions, but 2021 data breach brings losses
By Samuel Contreras published
T-Mobile had record account additions including many home internet customers on its 5G network.

How to add a student to your cellular plan without getting ripped off
By Samuel Contreras published
You don't have to get locked to a carrier when you add a line with the right unlocked phone.

Motorola Q11 Wi-Fi 6 mesh system review: Not quite good enough
By Samuel Contreras published
The hardware is there, but inconsistent software and connection drops hold this mesh kit back.

T-Mobile to pay $350M to settle a class-action lawsuit following 2021 data breach
By Samuel Contreras published
The carrier will pay $350 million to notify and compensate those affected, plus it must spend $150 million beefing up its security.

Tello Mobile review: A wireless provider that actually saves you money
By Joe Maring, Samuel Contreras published
Trying to save money on your monthly phone bill? Tello Mobile claims to offer "unbeatable" prices in the industry. Here's our full review!

Tello vs. Straight Talk: Which carrier fits your needs
By Samuel Contreras published
Tello has some of the cheapest rates around for light users, but Straight Talk has all the data you'll ever need.

What is Wi-Fi Direct and how do you use it?
By Samuel Contreras published
Quickly share files from one Android to another with Wi-Fi Direct.

Best chargers for the Nothing phone (1) in 2023
By Samuel Contreras published
Juice up that Nothing with a little something.

Don't miss out on these Prime Day backpacks for back to school
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Whether you’re looking for lots of storage or something slim, there are plenty of bags to choose from.

Of the Wi-Fi 6 routers I’ve tested, one of the cheapest was the most memorable, and it’s on sale
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Wi-Fi 6 routers with AX1800 speeds are all many of us need, and strong competition has made them cheap.