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
Mint Mobile’s Best Deal Is Back: Get All Plans for $15
Mint Mobile’s best deal of the year is back! Learn how new customers can get any of Mint Mobile’s wireless plans for just $15/month.
Mint Mobile’s Summer Android Deals: Save Big on the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 9
Mint Mobile is offering massive savings on popular Android devices. Learn how to save $440 on devices like the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 9.
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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.
These Are the 6 Best Translation Apps for International Travel
Check out the best translation apps for international travel and never get lost in translation again.
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.
The Best Unlimited Data Plans for 2026: Compare the top plans for speed, price & coverage
We compared unlimited plans from the top carriers to make sure you're getting the best deal. Our top pick is US Mobile's Unlimited Premium plan with 100GB of premium data for $44/month.
AT&T MVNOs: Carriers that use AT&T's network
Cricket, US Mobile, and Red Pocket are MVNos that run on AT&T's network. Check out what you can expect in our expertly curated guide!
AT&T vs. T-Mobile 2026: Which carrier should you switch to?
WhistleOut compares the relative strengths of AT&T and T-Mobile according to price, selection, features, network and customer service. It's a battle of the cell phone carrier titans. Which one will emerge victorious?
Best MVNO Carriers of 2026: Cheap Plans on Major Networks
MVNOs like Mint Mobile, Visible, and US Mobile offer cheap service on your favorite major networks.
Everyone's Obsessed With NYT Crossplay—Here's Why This Multiplayer Word Game Is Worth the Hype
We review everything that makes NYT Crossplay: Play and Spell worth trying.
