Articles By Chris Holmes
Chris Holmes
Staff Writer
Chris Holmes is a contributing writer for WhistleOut, where he covers the cell phone and internet industries. His work has been cited in publications like The Verge, The New York Times, and WIRED. Chris is a shamelessly devoted Google Pixel fan and loves his Pixel 4 XL.
What's the Difference Between a Router and a Modem?
If you're not sure what the difference between a router and a modem is, then you're not alone.
How to Cancel Your HBO Subscription
This quick and easy guide will help you cancel your HBO subscription today!
Astound Internet Review: How Good Is It?
WhistleOut breaks down Astound's internet speeds, prices, customer service, and deals, in an attempt to answer one core question: is RCN cable and fiber internet worth the money?
Windstream Internet Review: How Good Is It?
WhistleOut breaks down Windsream's internet speeds, prices, customer service, and deals, in an attempt to answer one core question: are Windstream's cable and fiber internet worth the money?
Mediacom Internet Review: How Good Is It?
WhistleOut breaks down Mediacom internet speeds, prices, customer service, and deals, in an attempt to answer one core question: is Charter Mediacom worth the money?
New Carrier Alert: Spectrum Mobile
Spectrum has debuted a new wireless service available to Spectrum cable customers. Spectrum Mobile offers two cell phone plans: a $14 unlimited plan, and an unlimited talk/text pay-by-the-gig plan.
FreeUP Mobile Debuts New Plans Ahead of Black Friday
Rewards-based MVNO FreeUP Mobile has debuted two new plans ahead of Black Friday—one of which is completely free.
How to make personal My Maps with Google Maps
My Maps is a very useful and under-utilized function of Google Maps. Unfortunately, it's recently become harder to access on a phone, but you can still do things via the browser.
This is How Long You'll Probably Keep Your New iPhone
Statistics show that most people hold onto their phones for around 2.6 years—and this goes for iPhones as well. In other words, you'll probably turn in your phone before your current romantic relationships ends, or you switch careers.
iPhone XR Available for Preorder Today
Apple's new iPhone XR, the least expensive in the company's new line of phones, is out today. Featuring awesome colors, the best iPhone battery, and a cheaper price tag, the XR is an attractive device.
