Articles By Scott Houghton
Scott Houghton
Jr. Staff Writer
Scott is a Jr. Staff Writer for WhistleOut with over five years of experience writing about tech, education, and digital services for SaaS companies, higher education platforms, and podcasting brands. He specializes in turning complex topics into clear, helpful content, cutting through the noise, and making smarter decisions about the tools and tech they use every day.
He currently uses a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 on AT&T's Unlimited Premium plan. When he’s not writing, Scott is usually chasing his kids around outside, indulging in questionable reality TV, or picking gravel out of his palms after another failed skateboarding attempt.
Expertise
- Android operating system and devices
- Carrier deals and promotions
- Mobile and Internet plan compliance
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Best Back-to-School Phone Deals 2026: Free iPhones, Tablets, Watches, and More
We've rounded up the best back-to-school shopping deals on iPhones, Androids, and more from carriers like Verizon and T-Mobile.
How To Silence Notifications on Android for Spoiler-Free Football
Stop sports scores from spoiling the game. Here's how to silence notifications on Android using Do Not Disturb, app settings, and lock screen privacy.
How to Stop Your Android Phone From Overheating
Heat is the fastest way to wreck a phone battery. Four of the five things that make an Android phone run hot cost nothing to fix, and the fifth is the one worth paying for.
How To Use The Voice Recorder on Android
How to find, use, and transcribe the voice recorder on your Pixel or Galaxy.
How To Set Up Your Android's Emergency and Safety Features
Your Android phone can dial 911 for you and show paramedics your blood type without a PIN. Here's how to set up every safety feature on Pixel and Galaxy.
How to Hack Your Mobile Bill
Your phone spends most of its day on Wi-Fi, not mobile data, but your bill doesn't reflect that. Check what you actually use, match it to a fairly priced unlimited plan, and stop paying for capacity y
The Best Samsung Accessories You Shouldn't Go Without
Deck out your phone with the best Samsung accessories, from cases and screen protectors to earbuds and chargers!
How Metro by T-Mobile Delivers Nationwide 5G Coverage at Prepaid Prices
Metro by T-Mobile runs on T-Mobile's network, so you get nationwide 5G at prepaid prices starting at $20 a month, taxes and fees included. Here's what you get for the money.
How to Manage App Permissions on Android (And Which Ones to Revoke)
Android's Permission Manager and Privacy Dashboard show you exactly which apps you've given permissions to. This guide walks through auditing your permissions and the 5 settings worth changing.
How To Record a Call on an Android Phone
Recording a call on Android depends entirely on which phone you own and where you live. This guide covers how to record a call on a Pixel and a Samsung phone.
