Latest articles by John Velasco
I want to avoid paying for pricey calorie-tracking subscriptions, so I used Google Gemini to analyze my meals to give me an idea of how much I'm consuming.
I put the 2026 BMW XM Label and 2026 Audi RS Q8 to the test for a week each to find out which performance luxury SUV is worth splurging on.
There are key differences between the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, so I'm breaking down what they are and which one I'm excited the most for.
Backed by a smarter, highly contextual Siri and game-changing creative tools, the iOS 27 public beta is a massive leap forward that proves Apple is no longer just playing catch-up.
The iOS 27 public beta is officially live, delivering a massive wave of features that range from a highly contextual Siri AI to more Apple Intelligence features.
Learning to drive stick shift in the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla proves that behind its intimidating looks is a perfect starting point for any manual beginner.
Thinking about buying the Trump Phone T1? I spent more than a couple of weeks testing it out and here three phones under $500 that are better.
I've been testing the Xtrem Inno case with my iPhone 17 Pro and I didn't think that an e-ink display would make a huge difference in how it looks. I was wrong.
Rumors hint that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be the heaviest iPhone ever, but that could help improve its performance and battery life performance.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
The Nomad Leather Mag Wallet is as close to a conventional wallet as they come, complete with wireless charging and Find My support.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Apple says iOS 27 runs much smoother than iOS 26 — we put it to the test.
