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
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The Best Cheap Phone Plans for 2026: We Tested Them All to Help You Save
Tired of overpaying for your cell phone plan? We tested and reviewed cheap cell phone plans under $40/month to find the best affordable options.
Is OpenAI Building a Smartphone? Here's What It Could Mean for Your Next Device
Social media rumors say OpenAI may be building an AI agent smartphone. Here's what that could mean for how you use your phone and what it would cost you in privacy.
Mint Mobile vs. T-Mobile: Which is Better in 2026?
Mint Mobile costs significantly less than T-Mobile for identical coverage, but T-Mobile plans come with more perks and premium data.
Starlink Internet vs. Cable Internet
How does Starlink satellite internet measure up to cable internet? Find out how the two broadband internet types compare in terms of speed, cost, and availability.
Starlink vs. Fiber: Which is the best internet option for 2026?
Starlink internet is being hailed as the next big thing in satellite internet. But how does it compare to the speeds of fiber?
U.S. States With the Highest and Lowest Distracted Driving Fatalities
Which U.S. states have the most and least distracted driving-related fatalities?
Yearly Phone Plans: What Are They, and Which is Best?
Yearly phone plans can help you save in the long run, but are they right for you? Find out in our guide.
How to Share Your Wi-Fi Password from Your iPhone or Android
Sharing your Wi-Fi password from your phone is easy. Learn how to share from iPhones using Bluetooth and QR codes on Androids.
iPhone Passwords App: What Compromised Password Alerts Really Mean
Got a compromised password alert on your iPhone? Here's exactly what it means, how Apple checks your passwords privately, and what to do next.
Android 16 Available Now: What is the latest Android OS version?
The latest Android OS version is Android 16. Learn about the newest Android features and how to keep your device up to date in this guide.
