John’s a senior editor covering phones for Tom’s Guide. He’s no stranger in this area having covered mobile phones and gadgets since 2008 when he started his career. On top of his editor duties, he’s a seasoned videographer being in front and behind the camera producing YouTube videos. Previously, he held editor roles with PhoneArena, Android Authority, Digital Trends, and SPY. Outside of tech, he enjoys producing mini documentaries and fun social clips for small businesses, enjoying the beach life at the Jersey Shore, and recently becoming a first time homeowner.
Latest articles by John Velasco

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These are the best cheap phones you can buy based on our testing and reviews.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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After spending a week with both the GMC Yukon Denali and Chevrolet Tahoe, there's a clear difference between these massive SUVs.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Does having a flagship phone have a substantially better camera performance than a budget one? I put the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max to the test.

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At just $15 more than an AirTag, the Nomad Tracking Card Pro has an unprecedented 16-month battery life.

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The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas and 2027 Kia Telluride are 3-row, mid-size SUVs that offer outstanding utility and almost price similarly, but one does offer more value.

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Armed with silicon-carbon batteries, Samsung’s new foldables deliver massive generational battery gains led by the Z Fold 8 Ultra.

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We benchmark Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold 8, and Z Flip 8 to see how the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performs against the competition.

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Thanks to its wider aspect ratio, you get three-app side-by-side multitasking with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, which it steals from the TriFold.

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RecommendedThe 2026 Cadillac Optiq V-Series backs up its steep $79,270 price tag with blistering 519-horsepower acceleration, elegant design, and more.

By John Velasco, Tom Pritchard Last updated
Samsung’s summer Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event showcased a major expansion with foldables like the passport-style Galaxy Z Fold 8, the flagship Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and more.

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Not yet ratedThe Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 delivers a sleeker design, new battery tech, and subtle software additions, but is it worth the extra $100 it's asking for?

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Samsung's new Barclays-issued Galaxy Card aims to challenge the Apple Card by offering loyalists 5% cash back on direct brand purchases and 3% on all mobile wallet transactions.

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The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are shaping up to be absolute powerhouses with big upgrades that could land them in an all-time best list.

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The Sonim XP Pro Thermal proves that a rugged, military-grade smartphone with an integrated FLIR night vision camera doesn't have to be weigh as much as a tank.

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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.
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