Latest articles by John Velasco
I tested Google Fi’s $35 unlimited data plan for a month — here’s my pros and cons
I put Google Fi’s $35 per month Unlimited Essentials plan to the test to see if it's enough to pull me away from my Visible service. Here's what I think.
I tested 30+ electric cars in the last year — here’s the 5 most efficient EVs under $40,000 you can buy right now
With gas prices rising, I’ve rounded up the five most efficient EVs I've tested under $40,000 that prove you don't have to sacrifice range or performance to save money.
I drove the Toyota bZ for a week — and this crossover SUV is the most efficient EV I've tested yet
Editor's ChoiceI put the 2026 Toyota bZ to the test, and after driving it for a week, it proves to be the most accessible EV for the average driver because of its value and efficiency.
Here's how the rumored iPhone Fold's specs stack up against the Galaxy Z Fold 8
The iPhone Fold vs. Galaxy Z Fold 8 showdown is a high-stakes clash between Samsung’s years of designing foldables and Apple’s long-awaited entry into the space.
The great Android vs. iPhone debate is way different from what it was over a decade ago — here’s why
In 2026, the Android vs. iPhone debate continues to rage on, but the reasons to choose one over the other might actually surprise you.
I'm a longtime Apple Watch user, but I wish it had this one Pixel Watch feature
I got tired of not being able to stream the YouTube Music app on my Apple Watch, so I started to wear a Pixel Watch to workout without my phone.
I gave my dad this turbocharged AirTag clone he can activate for emergency situations — and now it’s his personal lifeline
Editor's ChoiceI tested the Pebblebee Halo for nearly a month and it's the best GPS tracker I've come across since it includes a live alert service for emergency situations.
I drove the Genesis G80 and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid for a week — and here’s where I’m putting my money
I tested the 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and 2026 Genesis G80 for a week to find out which is the better mid-size sedan. Here's what I found out.
I put the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL through a 7-round face-off — here's the winner
I tested the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Pixel 10 Pro XL across seven categories to see which is the better phone. Here's what I found.
I spent a week with the Land Rover Defender: Here’s why the built-in fridge is a total game-changer for camping
I drove the Land Rover Defender 110 OCTA Edition One for a week, which packs features that truly make it a champion for the great outdoors. Here's why.
iPhone Fold dummy unit leaks and I’m not sure how I feel about this design — here’s why
A dummy unit purportedly of the iPhone Fold just leaked giving us a look at the wide foldable phone flanked by dummies of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Moto G Stylus (2026) $100 price increase is actually a win for budget buyers — here’s why
The Moto G Stylus (2026) may come with a $100 price hike, but this bundle-first strategy is one that other phone makers should follow. Here's why.
Forget Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra — the new Galaxy S27 'Pro' could be the flagship to buy
The Galaxy S27 Pro might be a smaller version of the S27 Ultra, but it could be ditching the S Pen to make way for a larger battery or better cameras.
Forget Siri — I just tried the new CarPlay with iOS 26.5 beta and now I can talk to ChatGPT while I drive
Soon after iOS 26.4 rolled out, I tested out some of the new CarPlay features that came with the new iOS 26.5 beta 1 update — like adding more support for different AI chatbots.
I took over 200 photos with Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra — here’s the winner
I captured over 200 photos with the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra to find out what improvements Samsung makes with its latest flagship device.
I thought EVs were on the decline, but the New York Auto Show 2026 proves why all-electric is here to stay
The New York Auto Show 2026 revealed an unexpected trend where I saw more EVs on the showroom floor than ever before, with many being affordable options.
I found a hidden setting on the Galaxy S26 Ultra that completely transforms night photos
I captured way better nighttime photos using the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Expert RAW mode. The results are a night-and-day difference compared to its standard night mode.
I just toured the 2026 NY Auto Show and these are the 5 coolest cars — including Hyundai's wild 'Boulder' concept
At the New York Auto Show 2026, EVs prove that they're still in demand as more models make their debut at the annual auto showcase.
I tested this Galaxy S26 AI feature to scan my tax documents — and it makes my scanner obsolete
The Galaxy S26 series has a new AI tool that makes scanning documents a breeze by just taking photos of them, which can then be saved as a PDF file.
I tried this iPhone case with a built-in screen so I could use the rear cameras for selfies and vlogs — and it's transforming the way I shoot
The Dockcase Selfix is an iPhone case with a 1.6-inch AMOLED screen on the back to allow users to capture content with the rear cameras instead of the front one.
I drove the Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid Wagon for a week — and I felt like I was in an Iron Man suit
RecommendedThe 2026 Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid Wagon is a tech-obsessed vehicle that dazzles from the moment you step inside.
I shot 200 photos with Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL — here’s the winner
I captured over 200 photos with the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL, them compared the side-by-side results to see which is better at taking photos.
I put the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL through a 100x zoom shoot-out — the results are weird
I tested the 100x telephoto zoom performance of the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Pixel 10 Pro XL to see which phone delivers the better photos at long distances.
I drove the BMW i7 M70 for a week — lane changes with your eyes, self-closing doors and the trippiest LED roof I've ever seen
RecommendedI tested the 2026 BMW i7 M70 xDrive for a week to find out what this all-electric EV sedan has to offer compared to all the other luxury models on the market.
