Latest articles by John Velasco
My gloves suck, so I got these $20 rechargeable handwarmers — and they're the best thing I've bought this year so far
I got fed up with the poor insulation of my gloves, so I bought a pair of rechargeable hand warmers that fit easily in my pockets.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 'Privacy Display' leaked by Samsung — everything you need to know
Samsung inadvertently confirms the existence of the Galaxy S26 Ultra 'Privacy Display' feature. Here's everything we know about Samsung's best hidden secret.
It’s 1984 again — I tried this Macintosh-inspired iPhone 17 Pro case and it’s the retro vibe I’ve been waiting for
The Spigen Classic LS is an iPhone 17 Pro case inspired by the original Macintosh 128K from 1984 and it adds the retro look that I crave.
I drove the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for a week — here's my pros and cons
RecommendedThe 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe will make you forget about buying a mini-van because this full-size SUV offers spacious three-row seating to fit up to 7 people.
I spent a year with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — here's what I want to see from the Galaxy S26 Ultra
After nearly a year of using the Galaxy S25 Ultra, my long term review dives into how it compares to its flagship rivals and what I'd like to see with the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
I gave my iPhone the same ports as my laptop with this MagSafe accessory — and now I bring it with me everywhere
I tried the Satechi OntheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter with my iPhone to transform it into the ultimate productivity and media tool.
Level up your photography: 5 essential camera phone tips and tricks I swear by
Stop taking boring photos! I'm sharing my favorite camera phone tips and tricks that will elevate the look of your photos.
I drove the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron for a week — and it proves charging an EV shouldn't be a hassle
I drove the 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron for a week and it's really convenient to charge this EV because of its dual charging ports.
Yes, TomTom still exists — I drove 300 miles to see if it could beat Google Maps
The TomTom app is a free download for iOS and Android Auto, so I put it to the test to see how it compares with Google Maps.
Nissan Leaf vs. Hyundai Kona Electric: here's the budget EV I'd recommend after spending a week with them
I put the 2026 Nissan Leaf and 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric to find out how what these budget EVs offer with their performance, charging speeds, and extra features.
My iPhone’s camera app was holding me back, so I ditched it for this alternative that lets me take mobile photography to the next level
The stock iOS 26 camera app is still limits what I'm able to capture, so that's why I installed the ProCam app for better creativity control. Here's what I found out.
Verizon offering $20 credit to customers following outage — here's how to redeem yours
Now that service has been restored after the January 14 outage, Verizon's offering a $20 credit to its customers to make up for the loss in service.
How to send satellite messages from your iPhone
iOS 26 lets you access messages via satellite, allowing compatible iPhones to send texts without cellular or Wi-Fi. Learn how to use this feature anywhere.
iPhone 18 Pro rumors: 2nm A20 Pro chip, variable aperture camera and under-display Face ID (plus new colors)
The iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max are expected to launch in September. These are the 5 biggest rumored upgrades you need to know.
I discovered this hidden camera mode on my iPhone — and it's a game-changer
Night mode max is a new camera feature added in iOS 26 that can increase the exposure of a shot up to 30 second long for even better low-light photos.
I drove the Genesis GV80 for a week — and it’s my favorite luxury 3-row SUV
RecommendedThe 2026 Genesis GV80 is a three-row midsize SUV that seats up to seven and packs all the trimmings you'd expect in a luxury vehicle.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra upgrade guide: What owners of older models should do
Should you upgrade to the the Galaxy S26 Ultra next month? We take all the leaks and rumors to tell you if it's worth getting if you have an olde Galaxy Ultra phone.
I added a 10x optical zoom to my iPhone with this attachable lens — but it has a more amazing trick up its sleeve
The Shiftcam 240mm Super Zoom Tele add mores zoom to any camera phone, but it also takes stunning macro shots when paired with 10x magnification lenses.
The best electric cars in 2026
These are the best electric cars and trucks you can buy now, including Volvo, Rivian, Subaru, Nissan, and more.
I drove the Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado EV for a week — here’s the winner
When it comes to electric pickup trucks, two of the best options right now are the Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado. Here's the one I recommend after testing out both out for a week.
The coolest thing at CES 2026 is a new dashcam that brings thermal night vision and CarPlay to any car
Introduced at CES 2026, the Vantrue Pilot 2 features a thermal smart module that lets it see through the darkness to alert drivers about potential hazards.
Segway's new Navimow robotic lawn mowers ditch pesky base stations and perimeter wires while avoiding all your kids' toys in the yard
Segway introduced a slew of new robotic lawn mowers at CES 2026 Its Navimow lineup adds eight new models, complete with drop and mow installation for quick setup.
I’ve been using the OnePlus 15 for over a month — and these are the hidden features all Android phones need to copy
I've spent more than a month with the OnePlus 15, making it one of my daily drivers, and these are the hidden features you need to know about.
I tried this monocular thermal camera to see critters around my property from afar — but I spotted some anomalies in the sky instead
The Mileseey Optics TNV10 Pro is a monocular that offers thermal night vision to see far away distances with crystal sharp clarity, allowing me to discover strange sightings in the night sky.
