Latest articles by John Velasco
I drove the Toyota Prius and Hyundai Elantra Hybrid for a week — here's the hybrid I'd actually buy
In a battle for the fuel economy crown, I drove the Toyota Prius and Hyundai Elantra Hybrid for a week each to find out which hybrid car you should buy.
This 4-in-1 MagSafe charger cleverly tucks away a hidden secret that powers non-Apple devices
I've been testing the Mophie StealthCharge 4-in-1 Wireless Charge Stand and it's cleverly designed to better charge my iPhone and my other non-Apple gadgets.
Slate's $24,950 electric truck is on track for release this year — here's how it stacks up against the cheapest EVs I've tested
While the $24,950 Blank Slate offers an enticingly low entry point, it does make some compromises. Here's how it stacks up to the cheapest EVs I've tested.
I spent a day with the Trump Phone T1 at a World Cup game — here's what I think about it
I got to test the Trump Phone T1 at a World Cup match to see exactly what kind of value this $499 phone offers compared to other phones I've used.
I just tried Siri AI in the iOS 27 CarPlay beta — and this assistant is way more helpful than before
With the iOS 27 developer beta, I've been trying out Siri AI in CarPlay to see what new tricks Apple's AI assistant has to offer while I'm driving. Here's what I found.
I tried this new MagSafe wallet that looks better the longer I use it — and it's got Find My support built in
The Nomad Leather Mag Wallet is as close to a conventional wallet as they come, complete with wireless charging and Find My support.
This thermal camera for my phone gives me instant night vision — and it's $200 off right now
I've been testing the Thermal Master P4 and this compact thermal camera blends two lenses to deliver sharp images with heat signature. And it's $200 off for Prime Day.
I drove the BMW i5 and BMW 550e for a week — and it’s the EV vs. PHEV matchup I’ve been waiting for
I tested the all-electric BMW i5 xDrive40 and the plug-in hybrid BMW 550e xDrive for a week to find out which mid-size luxury sedan is worth it.
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 tested this puck shaped mobile hotspot — and it’s the simplest way to get online
RecommendedI put the Simo Solis Lite to the test to see if this ultra-compact mobile hotspot has what it takes to keep me connected on the go.
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 review: Better does come at a premium price
With a stylish and durable design, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 has a lot more to prove given the steeper $1,499 price hike this time around.
Apple says iOS 27 runs much smoother than iOS 26 — we put it to the test
Our real-world testing of the iOS 27 developer beta looks to see if Apple's claim that its new software is much more responsive than iOS 26. We put it to the test.
I drove the Kia K4 Hatchback and Honda Civic Hatchback for a week — here’s the one I’d buy
The Kia K4 Hatchback and Honda Civic Hatchback pair the utility of an SUV with the easy driving dynamics of a sedan, but there's one I'd recommend over the other.
I spent a week with Siri AI — here are my honest pros and cons
Apple says iOS 27 runs much smoother than iOS 26 — we put it to the test.
Android 17 officially rolls out to Pixel devices with new features — screen reactions, bubbles, gaming mode, and more
Google's massive June 2026 software drop delivers Android 17's productivity and security overhauls to Pixel devices, alongside new Wear OS 7 features.
DoorDash was down live — app crashing and ordering was unavailable in major outage
The popular food delivery service experienced a massive outage that affected online orders, deliveries, and more. Here's everything that happened.
I drove the Audi RS e-tron GT for a week — and now I know how it feels to be Tony Stark
Editor's ChoiceThe 2026 Audi RS e-tron GT is an elite, high-tech EV that effortlessly fuses track-ready acceleration with a head-turning luxury design.
Verizon MVNOs: A complete listing, plus the best option for your money
This comprehensive guide breaks down the best Verizon MVNOs to help you understand what they are and which is best for you.
I tested the new AI photo Clean Up on iOS 27 vs iOS 26 — and it's shockingly better
Apple’s revamped iOS 27 Clean Up tool is supposedly improved, so I put it to the test against the iOS 26 Clean Up tool.
Everyone asks me if free phones are legit — here's what I tell them
I break down the details surround free phone deals to tell you exactly what's you're getting yourself into and if they're legit.
I switched back to Verizon Wireless for 30 days — and now I understand why ultra wideband is such a big deal
Editor's ChoiceSwitching back to Verizon Wireless for 30 days proves to me the big advantage of accessing 5G Ultra Wideband speeds on my phone.
I drove the Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata for a week — here’s mid-size sedan that’s worth buying
I tested the 2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade and 2026 Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid to see which mid-size sedan offers the better value.
I pitted iOS 27 Clean Up vs Galaxy AI in a 7-round eraser showdown — Apple makes it close, but here's where it stumbles
Apple’s Clean Up tool gets updated with iOS 27, so I put it to the test against Samsung's Galaxy AI Photo Assist to see which is better at removing objects.
