Latest articles by John Velasco
New report reveals what early testers love most about iPhone Ultra — here’s what I think
Early tester reports praise the foldable iPhone Ultra’s pocketable passport design, refined hinge, large camera viewfinder, and iPad-style layouts.
I paired my iPhone with the Insta360 Mic Pro — and it beats my old DJI Mic with one neat feature
The Insta360 Mic Pro delivers reliable audio performance and seamless connectivity with a unique twist: a customizable e-ink display.
I drove the Jeep Cherokee and Kia Sportage Hybrid for a week — here’s the $40K compact SUV I recommend
I put the Jeep Cherokee and Kia Sportage Hybrid to the test by driving them for a week each to see which compact SUV is better.
iPhone 18 Pro Max — I asked pro photographers what they really think of a variable aperture camera
Apple's rumored to bring a variable aperture to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, so I asked professional photographers about the impact of this. Here's what they said.
iPhone Ultra vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max: Here’s the one I’m putting my money on
The iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro Max are the two phones I'm most eager about, but only one will truly earn a place in my pocket.
Best foldable phones of 2026
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 drove the Infiniti QX60 and Genesis GV80 for a week — here’s the 3-row, mid-size luxury SUV I recommend
I tested the Infinity QX60 and Genesis GV80 for a week each to see how these 3-row, mid-size luxury SUVs compare to each other to see which is worth your money.
My cats have been using this open top robotic litter box for 3 months — and it's $100 off right now
My cats have used the Petlibro Luma smart litter box for over three months and its open-air design and intelligent tracking makes it a superior choice if you want to scoop less.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: Falling behind the foldable curve
Even with key upgrades like the Tensor G6 chip and more AI-assisted features, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold comes up short against the competition.
I just tried the thinnest phone grip Popsockets has created — and now there's no reason to not get a grip for your phone
I tested the PopSockets Low-Pro Grip for a week and it reimagines the iconic phone accessory with a razor-thin 2.6 mm profile with a built-in kickstand.
I've spent more than three weeks using the Galaxy Z Flip 8 — and it's a tipping point for Samsung
Samsung has long dominated the flip-phone form factor, but the release of the Galaxy Z Flip 8 has put the series in serious doubt.
I drove the Lucid Air Touring for a week — and it feels like a genuine supercar (with 400-mile range)
RecommendedThe 2026 Lucid Air Touring is a highly efficient luxury EV that blends a curvy supercar design with class-leading interior legroom.
I drove the Honda Passport and Subaru Outback for a week — here’s the midsize SUV I recommend for families
I put the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness and 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite to the test to see which of these midsize SUVs is better for families.
Google bamboozled me into paying for Google Photos a decade ago — and now it’s doing something similar with the Pixel 11 Pro
Google continues to make and sell hardware, but the real gold is in how its AI features on Pixel phones have proven to be indispensable in how I operate.
Made by Google Event LIVE from NYC — here's everything Google announced today
Google's Made by Google 2026 event kicks off late this evening, but it's already announced its flagship Pixel 11 lineup, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel Tag tracker, and more.
I tried the Honor Robot Phone and it's crazy built-in gimbal — and this could be the future of camera phones
Not yet ratedBy introducing a motorized robotic gimbal to its design, the Honor Robot Phone reimagines mobile video that would give current action camera gimbals a run for their money.
I checked out the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL — here’s the one I recommend
I spent some hands-on time with Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL, but there's one that emerges as my clear favorite pick.
I held the Pixel Tag and it does one critical thing that the AirTag doesn’t — here’s what it is
The Google Pixel Tag takes on the AirTag 2 with an ultra-slim chassis, two-way phone finding, and persistent low-battery reminders that make it the ultimate tracker.
I added this thermal camera to my mobile photography kit — and it completely transformed my outdoor walks
The Thermal Master DV2 is a standalone, camcorder-style thermal camera that turns your smartphone into wildlife-scouting rig.
I drove the Subaru Crosstrek and Hyundai Venue for a week — here's the sub-$40K SUV I'd buy with my own money
I put the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Limited Hybrid and 2026 Hyundai Venue SEL to the test by driving them for a week each to prove which is worth your money.
How ‘Ultra’ are the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's cameras? I put them to the test against the Galaxy S26 Ultra
I put the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra to the test against the Galaxy S26 Ultra to see if its camera performance is "Ultra" worthy.
iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: Everything we know so far
The iPhone 18 Pro Max and Pixel 11 Pro XL are arguably going to be the two biggest phone releases in the next couple of months, so here's how they stack up so far based on the rumors.
I just tried the new Samsung DeX on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 — and it has one huge upgrade
After testing the new Samsung DeX across the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8, it's one small step forward in replacing my laptop. Here's why.
I tested this heavy duty power bank that doesn’t just charge your phone — it inflates bike tires and jump-starts your car
Editor's ChoiceThe NOCO Boost Air AX65 isn't an ordinary power bank, it's a 2,000-amp jump starter, a high-speed tire inflator, and 60W laptop fast charging device rolled into one.
