Latest articles by John Velasco
I tested more than 40 EVs this year — here's the top 5 most efficient models (and 3 worst)
I drove more than 40 EVs this year, and these are the most efficient electric vehicles I've tested, ranging from sporty sedans all the way to compact SUVs.
Ford discontinues the F-150 Lightning, and I'm both disappointed and not surprised
The F-150 Lightning is being discontinued, but Ford's moving ahead with an F-150 EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) that will offer 700 miles of range.
This affordable thermal camera gives my phone instant night vision to see through the darkness
I tried the Thermal Master P1, and it instantly gave my phone night vision to see through the dark. It's also way cheaper than the similar FLIR thermal camera.
Samsung Galaxy phones have a hidden camera mode — and it's totally transformed my photos
Expert RAW is a hidden camera mode on Galaxy flagship phones that unlocks neat features that improve your photography. Here's what it can do.
I drove the new Nissan Leaf for a week — this $30,000 EV sets a new standard
The 2026 Nissan Leaf is one of the best affordable EVs you can find, with a starting price of $29,990 that offers outstanding utility, range, and charging.
Galaxy S26 vs Pixel 10 — this is how Samsung can win
I've tested dozens of phones and the Pixel 10 has the best features, so that puts pressure on the Galaxy S26 to not come up short in the AI wars.
Best foldable phones of 2025
More phone makers than ever are coming out with devices you can fold into more compact designs. These are the best foldable phones we’ve tested.
I tested the OnePlus 15R vs iPhone 16e vs Pixel 9a in an 11-round camera shoot-out — here's the results
The OnePlus 15R isn't out yet, but I put its camera to the test against the iPhone 16e and Pixel 9a to see if it's a worthy contender.
I've tested every flagship phone of 2025 — and my favorite is not from Apple or Samsung
After testing the OnePlus 15 for more than a month, I have a better appreciation for what this new flagship offers compared to its rivals. Here's what I like and don't like about the OnePlus 15.
I drove the Audi A6 and Lucid Air for a week — this is the luxury EV I'd actually buy
I put the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron vs Lucid Air Touring to the test by driving them for a week to see which is the better luxury EV. Here's what I found.
I tried a Total Wireless unlimited cell plan for a month — here's how it went
I put Total Wireless to the test for 30 days, trying out the MVNO's $40/month Total Base 5G unlimited plan to see how it compares to other low-cost services like Visible and Mint Mobile.
I just tested my first mobile hotspot in 5 years — and I'm shocked
The TravlFi JourneyGo 4G Hotspot gets you instant internet to your devices when you need it, but its high cost and lack of 5G support makes it a tough consideration.
Best cheap phones in Australia 2025: Top budget-friendly handsets you can buy
These are the best affordable phones based on our testing and reviews.
I tested the Moto G Play (2026) for two weeks — here’s my pros and cons
I put the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) to the test for two weeks to see if this budget phone can back up its attractive $179 cost. Here's what I found.
I drove the Ford F-150 Lightning for a week — and this flashy all-electric pickup doesn’t disappoint
The 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning performs really well in our testing, but there's more competition now than ever before in the pickup truck segment.
I recorded 8K video with the Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL vs OnePlus 15 — here's how they compare with the 4K iPhone 17 Pro
Even though the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max doesn't offer 8K video recording, you'll be surprised how its 4K clips compare to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, OnePlus 15, and Pixel 10 Pro XL.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold pricing — here's why I'm scared
One of the biggest questions surrounding the Galaxy Z TriFold is its price. Many of the rumors hint to $3,000, but I'm afraid it could end up being more. Here's why.
I drove the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid for a week — here's the winner
I put the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid to the test to see which affordable hybrid SUV is the better option.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — everything we know about Samsung's triple foldable phone
Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy Z TriFold, a phone that unfolds to reveal a 10-inch display with an impressive 3.9mm thin frame.
Galaxy Z TriFold vs Galaxy Z Fold 7: Here’s how Samsung’s foldable phones stack up
In a Galaxy Z TriFold vs Galaxy Z Fold 7 face-off, we take everything Samsung has officially shared about its triple foldable phone and see how it compares to its current 8-inch foldable.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold just announced — everything we know so far
Samsung officially announced the Galaxy Z TriFold, an impressively thin phone that opens up to reveal a 10-inch display.
I thought adding MagSafe to a reusable water bottle was a dumb idea — here's why I was wrong
The Scosche MagicMount Flask functions like any other insulated water bottle, but its MagSafe connection does give it extra utility.
I’ve been using iOS 26 for months and it now has a way better lock screen than Android — here's why
For years Android has offered the better lock screen customization, but that changes now that I've spent months using iOS 26. Here's why.
