Phil Nickinson
Phil is the father of two beautiful girls and is the Dad behind Modern Dad. Before that he spent seven years at the helm of Android Central. Before that he spent a decade in a newsroom of a two-time Pulitzer Prize-finalist newspaper. Before that — well, we don't talk much about those days.
Latest articles by Phil Nickinson
What's new on Netflix in April 2019
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Ultraman, Kevin Hart and Mighty Little Bheem lead the way into Spring for Netflix.
What's new on Amazon Prime Video in April 2019
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Bosch is back one more time, as is The Tick. And it's Bug Diaries that many folks are waiting for.
What's new on Amazon Prime Video for August 2018
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Bring on Jack Ryan, a Gringo, and more!
How to watch the FIFA Men's World Cup if you've cut the cord
By Phil Nickinson last updated
The U.S. men didn't make it this year (yeah, it still hurts), but you can watch all the soccer this summer on Fox and FS1.
Sonos One review: Adding Alexa is just the start
By Phil Nickinson last updated
The best way to stream music wirelessly in your home is getting smarter, but still has plenty of room to learn.
Unsurprisingly, HBO Max will play nice with Apple devices
By Phil Nickinson published
And current HBO subscribers will get an upgrade to the new service on May 27.
CBS All Access is now available in Apple TV Channels
By Phil Nickinson published
It's a great subscription addition for Apple TV users.
Spotify Premium now includes Hulu service for just $9.99 a month
By Phil Nickinson published
Yep, you read that right. Spotify and Hulu.
What's new on Amazon Prime Video, Netflix and Hulu in March 2019
By Phil Nickinson published
Prepare yourself: Things are going to get mysterious.
How to sign up for Vizio's SmartCast 3.0 beta with Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support
By Phil Nickinson published
The full update is coming in the second quarter of 2019.
CordCutters Podcast Episode 7: Hot Hot Hardware
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Just in time for the holiday season, we're back to answer some burning questions.
You can save a whole bunch on these Amazon Prime Video Channels through Jan. 17
By Phil Nickinson published
Amazon Prime Video Channels is offering up discounts on a handful of subscriptions for their first three months.
Amazon Spark: Everything you need to know
By Phil Nickinson last updated
It's sort of like Instagram, only with more shilling. And without the pretense.
Zolo Liberty+ wireless earbuds mini review
By Phil Nickinson last updated
This could have been a shining review of a more-than-capable set of truly wireless earbuds that retail for a mere $150. Instead, it's a cautionary tale.
Alpine Halo9 review: Android Auto and CarPlay are big and brilliant
By Phil Nickinson published
Every car should have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. And the single-DIN Alpine Halo9 makes that a reality for cars that otherwise couldn't handle bigger units. And the screen is still HUGE.
Amazon Basics 2.1 sound bar review: Better sound for less
By Phil Nickinson published
An integrated subwoofer and three EQ options produce better sound than your TV, for less than $100.
Jaybird X3 may be the perfect sport buds
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Wherein ye olde Modern Dad discovers the Jaybird X3 are a great companion for the gym, a quick jog, or really for whatever ...
Pioneer's NEX Apple CarPlay units get a firmware update with various fixes
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Update over USB or SD card for the latest firmware from Pioneer for its connected head units
The Belkin Wemo Mini makes your home that much smarter
By Phil Nickinson last updated
If you want more flexibility than a connected light can give you, a smart outlet may be the way to go. And Belkin just introduced a nice one with the Wemo Mini.
Logitech announces a iPhone 5S case and magnetic car mount
By Phil Nickinson last updated
Taylor Swift explains why '1989' won't be streaming on Apple Music
By Phil Nickinson last updated
'This is not about me,' the musician says as she both praises and chides Apple over not paying out during Apple Music's three-month free period on Apple Music.
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