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
Upgrade to a Wi-Fi 6 eero with Prime Day savings for faster internet, even on old devices
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Amazon's eero 6 routers add speed for your devices and your backhaul.
Get a tri-band eero Pro for 50% off whether your need one or three
By Samuel Contreras published
If you want to start building a mesh network, or just simply want an easy-to-set-up router, take a look at these eero Prime Day deals.
You can get a 32-inch Fire TV for just $100 ahead of Prime Day
By Samuel Contreras published
With this Insignia TV, the Amazon Fire TV tech is built-in so there's only one wire to get connected.
Amazon Smart Thermostat vs. Nest Thermostat: Pick the right HVAC upgrade
By Samuel Contreras published
Versus Amazon offers an unbeatable price.
T-Mobile sells your app usage data to advertisers, unless you opt out now
By Samuel Contreras last updated
T-Mobile is using your app usage data to allow advertisers to more effectively influence your buying decisions.
New customers can get 3 months of Boost Mobile with 5GB for $15
By Samuel Contreras published
If you're willing to start with a three-month plan, you can get 5GB at Boost Mobile for $15. Renewed every three months, this plan comes with 5GB per month and will renew at $45.
TP-Link Deco M9 Plus vs. Deco M5: Which mesh router system should you buy?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
The Pixel 6 Pro is $120 off in all three colors and unlocked, today only
By Samuel Contreras published
This Pixel 6 Pro is unlocked so you can bring it to just about nay carrier without monthly phone payment.
Mint Mobile may be looking for new owners, but it’s expensive
By Samuel Contreras published
Unlike its plans, Mint is too expensive for potential buyers.
How to switch carriers: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
By Samuel Contreras, Olivia Lipski published
Knowing how to change carriers can save you money and improve your service.
eero 6+ review: The eero you should buy
By Samuel Contreras published
A balanced mesh system with plenty of speed for modern devices.
T-Mobile’s 5G dunks on AT&T and Verizon in this in-depth 2022 network test
By Samuel Contreras published
T-Mobile won overall in 18 out of 30 cities with the highest average download speeds.
Eero Pro 6 vs. Eero Pro: Should you upgrade?
By Samuel Contreras published
The newer mesh router makes some significant improvements, but not everyone needs them.
Verizon cut its internet rates, even Fios, to just $25 for wireless customers
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Verizon Wireless customers can get home internet through LTE, 5G, or fiber for $25 per month.
Mint Mobile lowers plans to $15 per month with new 'deflation' initiative
By Samuel Contreras last updated
New customer prices are reduced to $45 for three months on all plans.
T-Mobile's mid-band 5G speeds past 3 Gbps on a Samsung Galaxy S22
By Samuel Contreras published
Sprint crawled so T-Mobile could sprint.
How many OS updates will the Google Pixel 6a receive?
By Samuel Contreras published
Google sticks to its three-OS plan with the whole Pixel 6 lineup.
Google Fi's new W+ network improves coverage without a single new tower
By Samuel Contreras published
Google is putting WI-Fi in public areas to better use while enabling improved coverage for Pixel users on Fi.
Nest Wifi vs. Eero Pro 6: Which mesh router should you buy?
By Nick Greene, Samuel Contreras published
Don't get enmeshed in the wrong mesh router system.
Best apps for finding cheap gas 2022
By Samuel Contreras published
You might already have one of the best apps for gas installed.
Best Samsung Galaxy A13 cases 2024
By Samuel Contreras published
Protect your Galaxy A13 from drops, dust, and debris.
ASUS ZenWiFi AX Hybrid XP4 review: Wi-Fi 6 mesh with a powerline backhaul
By Samuel Contreras published
A solution that most of us just don't need.
Best Samsung Galaxy A33 screen protectors 2024
By Samuel Contreras published
Protect your Galaxy from cracks and scratches.
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