Latest articles by John Velasco
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 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 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.
Best iPhones in 2026: Which iPhone should you buy?
These are the best iPhones for every need and budget based on our reviews.
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.
Best cheap phones 2026 tested — Our top budget phone picks
These are the best cheap phones you can buy based on our testing and reviews.
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.
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 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.
I drove the Subaru Forester and Mazda CX-5 for week — here's the $40K crossover SUV I recommend
I tested the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness and 2026 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus for a week each to see which is the better SUV.
Best phones 2026 tested — our top picks
These are the best phones you can buy at a wide range of prices based on our extensive testing and head-to-head comparisons.
I’ve tested the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and it proves Apple really needs to solve this one thing
While the Galaxy Z Fold 8 delivers top-tier hardware, its flawed app scaling proves that Apple’s upcoming iPhone Fold doesn't need to win on hardware — it needs to win with developers.
I drove the GMC Yukon Denali and Chevrolet Tahoe for a week — here’s the massive 3-row SUV I recommend
After spending a week with both the GMC Yukon Denali and Chevrolet Tahoe, there's a clear difference between these massive SUVs.
I’ve been on Visible since 2023 — and the lower bills I’ve paid prove why I’ll never go back to a major phone carrier
By switching to Visible in 2023, I’ve saved thousands over 33 months — proving that breaking free from major carrier bills doesn’t mean sacrificing reliable coverage.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 review: More expensive, barely different
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 delivers top-tier performance and standout vlogging features, but a $100 price hike makes its tough considering all the iterative improvements.
I’ve tested hundreds of phone accessories this year — and these are the 9 that you won’t regret buying
I've test hundreds of phone accessories in the last year and these are the nine that proved their worth to me and worth spending your money on.
Audi completely redesigned how the turn signal works with the Q9 and SQ9 — making them way more visible on the road
Audi’s all-new 2027 Q9 and SQ9 make their debut as the brand’s first true full-size, three-row U.S., but they both heavily focus on lighting tech.
