Articles By Max McCaskill
Max McCaskill
Sr. Staff Writer
Max is a Senior Staff Writer at WhistleOut, specializing in mobile plans, operating systems, and carrier news. He regularly tests and reviews dozens of phone plans firsthand, evaluating real-world data speeds, coverage reliability, and whether plan features live up to carrier promises. With deep knowledge of the mobile industry and a keen eye for detail, Max's work has been featured in publications such as Yahoo Finance, AARP, AP News, and GoBankingRates.
He currently uses an iPhone 14 Pro on Boost Mobile’s Unlimited Plan. When he’s not breaking down the fine print of plan terms, you’ll likely find him sharpening his photography skills, fly fishing, or complaining about SEC football.
Expertise
- Apple devices and iOS
- Mobile carriers and phone plans
- Network technology
- Telecom industry trends
- Satellite internet
Xfinity Mobile: The exclusive (and affordable) service you might be missing
Are you an Xfinity internet customer? With Xfinity Mobile, you can get cheap wireless service starting at $40/month.
AT&T makes family plans easy to share with SplitPay
AT&T has announced SplitPay! This new feature lets accounts split payments between individual lines, making it perfect for adults sharing phone plans.
SpaceX Reveals Starlink and T-Mobile Coverage Is Coming Soon
In an effort to eliminate dead zones and bolster rural mobile messaging support, T-Mobile and SpaceX's Starlink are teaming up for satellite-to-cellular coverage.
T-Mobile offers free Starlink coverage for AT&T and Verizon customers: Here's how to sign up
T-Mobile announced it's expanding the Starlink beta to include all wireless customers for free. Learn how to join the beta.
51% of Americans say checking their phone during work may boost productivity
Half of Americans use their smartphones during the workday. Learn the statistics surrounding employees using the phones at work and how to cut down if it's impacting productivity.
US Mobile expands international roaming: Here's how you can stay connected for cheaper while traveling
Warp will soon offer domestic Verizon coverage and widespread international roaming.
How to Switch From Liberty Wireless: Hello Mobile's former customers can change carriers
Hello Wireless has shut down and its customers ported to Liberty Wireless. Learn how to switch to another carrier if you're unhappy with your new plan.
Is RedNote Safe? American TikTok users are fleeing to another Chinese-owned app
With TikTok facing an imminent ban, users are fleeing to RedNote—but is it safe for your device?
Verizon 5G Coverage Map, Speeds, and Availability
Find out if you can get 5G Verizon coverage in your neighborhood.
Verizon 5G Home vs. AT&T Internet Air Compared
Interested in AT&T's and Verizon's 5G home internet? We cover pricing, plans, speeds, and availability to determine which service is right for you.
