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Matthew Miller provides you with news, commentary and in-depth reviews of the latest in mobile phones sporting iOS, Android, and Windows.

Matthew Miller

Matthew Miller started using mobile devices in 1997 and has been writing news, reviews, and opinion pieces ever since. He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of "palmsolo."

Latest Posts

Casetify Star Wars collection: Transport the original trilogy with your mobile gear

Casetify is known for its case personalization, and with its current partnership, we can now choose cases, watch bands, MagSafe chargers, MagSafew wallets, and more emblazoned with iconic scenes and graphics from the original Star Wars trilogy.

May 4, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Smartphones

The best 5G phones: Which flagship comes out on top?

What is the best 5G phone for your budget? The iPhone 13 Pro Max is our top choice when comparing 5G phone specs, including CPU, storage, display, price, camera, battery, and more.

May 1, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Smartphones

The best business phone plans: Reliable 5G for work

What are the best business phone plans? We dive into an in-depth analysis of the best business phone plans including Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile to give you the best options for reliable 5G to get the job done.

April 20, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobility

Mobile by Peak Design product roundup: Cases, mounts, accessories for Apple, Google, and Samsung phones

There are many accessories available for smartphones today, but after a couple of months with the Mobile by Peak Design cases, mounts, and other accessories, it is clear you can invest in one ecosystem for an ultimate connected experience.

April 18, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobile Accessories

ESR Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Metal Kickstand case hands-on: Drop protection with two-way stand

The S22 Ultra is a fantastic big screen smartphone that is perfect for video calling and enjoying video content on the go. The ESR Metal Kickstand case props it up solidly in both orientations while also protecting the phone from drops.

April 17, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobile Accessories

Mous cases for Galaxy S22 Ultra and iPhone 13 Pro Max: Extreme AiroShock impact protection

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and iPhone 13 Pro Max are two of the most expensive phones available today so spending about $60 to protect each from extreme drops is prudent. Mous has videos of its real-life tests and they are tough to watch.

April 3, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobile Accessories

Casetify Impact Crush Galaxy S22 Ultra case hands-on: Drop protection, recycled materials, and anti-microbial coating

If you want to have a personalized case experience for your smartphone, Casetify is the place to look. We tested three Impact Crush cases for the new Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and enjoyed the experience.

April 2, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobile Accessories

OnePlus 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 6 Pro: Your $899 phone options compared

The OnePlus 10 Pro is now available for purchase in North America, and at $899, it's natural to look at it in comparison to the Pixel 6 Pro. While the Pixel excels in camera performance, the 10 Pro holds its own and could be better in some key areas.

March 31, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Smartphones

Smartish Wallet Slayer case and accessories hands-on: Carry your cards and charge up your Galaxy S22 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a powerful smartphone with support for Samsung Pay and Google Pay. However, you may still need to carry your ID, transit card, or access card so the Smartish Wallet Slayer is an affordable option.

March 20, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Samsung

Redmi Note 11S vs 11 Pro 5G: A side-by-side review

Xiaomi recently released its latest affordable smartphones as the Redmi Note series. We spent a few weeks with the Redmi Note 11S and 11 Pro 5G, two sub-$400 phones worthy of consideration with 108MP rear cameras.

March 13, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Smartphones

Galaxy S22 Ultra review: Any more perfect and it'd be an iPhone 13 Pro Max

Samsung's new Galaxy S22 Ultra could be called the Galaxy Note 22 since it is the true successor to the Note 20 from August 2020. It's a lovely piece of hardware that will appeal to fans of the S Pen.

February 28, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobility

Want a new iPhone or Android phone? How and where to sell or trade your current model

Thinking about picking up a shiny new Android or iPhone? Selling or trading in your phone is a good way to reduce the out-of-pocket costs for a new phone.

February 24, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobility

Nomad cases for Apple iPhone 13: MagSafe, drop protection, good looks, and high quality

Nomad cases are some of the best available for Apple products and the new Sport series is lovely while the Horween leather on the Modern Leather case is classic.

February 13, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobility

Galaxy S22 Ultra vs S21 Ultra: Did Samsung change enough to warrant an upgrade?

Last year's Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra was arguably the best smartphone of the year with fantastic cameras, gorgeous display, S Pen support, and more. The new S22 Ultra sets the bar for 2022, but if you have a S21 Ultra is there enough to justify an upgrade?

February 9, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobility

Speck Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max gear: Awesome grip, clear views, 13-foot protection

Speck makes some of the most protective cases with the best grip available. It is also known for other accessories and offers a unique folio holder for the Apple MagSafe Charger.

February 6, 2022 by Matthew Miller in Mobility