Jonathan Knoder
Jonathan Knoder is a freelance writer and covers a variety of topics from tech to lifestyle, but he has a special affinity for audio gear and smart home tech. He is based in Ogden, Utah and his writing has been featured in Top Ten Reviews, Tom's Guide, SPY.com, Security Sales and Integration, and Salt City Hoops. Jonathan graduated from Weber State University with a degree in digital media. Outside of work, Jonathan is usually playing guitar and drums, at the park with his dog, or slicing it into someone's house at his local golf course.
Latest articles by Jonathan Knoder
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Best iPhone 15 cases in 2024
By Jonathan Knoder last updated
The best iPhone 15 case offer protection and style
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Got a new Galaxy S23? 9 features you’ve got to try first
By Jonathan Knoder published
If you just got yourself a shiny new Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, or Galaxy S23 Ultra, then you'll want to try out these features first because they help you to get the most out of them.
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My favorite 10 Android apps to download for your new phone
By Jonathan Knoder published
If you just got yourself a new Android phone, these are the apps you need to try first apart from the native ones that come preloaded.
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Looking for a camera phone? Here's the specs you should concentrate on
By Jonathan Knoder published
Finding a great camera phone is hard, but if you focus on a few specific specs, you can narrow down your search.
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Best MagSafe chargers for your iPhone 2024
By Jonathan Knoder published
StandBy Mode makes them much better
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Back to school: should you get your kid a new phone or a hand-me-down device?
By Jonathan Knoder published
With back to school almost here, you're might be mulling over the idea of either buying your kid a new phone or giving them a hand-me-down. Here's what we think you should do.