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

I drove the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and Kia Sportage Hybrid for a week — here’s the SUV I recommend
By John Velasco Published
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid are two hybrid SUVs that share the same platform, but there's one I'd recommend more.

The iPhone Fold doesn’t stand a chance unless Apple includes these 3 features in iOS 27
By John Velasco Published
While hardware leaks dominate the conversation, the ultimate success of the iPhone Fold rests entirely on features tailored to it with iOS 27.

T-Mobile is giving its customers gas discounts and a bunch of other free perks in June — here’s how to cash in
By John Velasco Last updated
T-Mobile is celebrating 10 years of T-Mobile Tuesdays by declaring June "Member Month," with free drinks on Delta, DoorDash DashPass subscription, and more.

I've been using this $13 portable fan to cool me down this summer — and I can't believe people overspend on Shark and Dyson
By John Velasco Published
I've tested the $13 DiveBlues Fanzy and it proves how other portable fans are overpriced with its ultra-affordable cost and versatility.

One of the coolest gadgets of 2026 beats my phone at astrophotography — and captures unbelievable nighttime timelapses
By John Velasco Published
The Seestar S30 Pro is a compact smart telescope that combining crisp 4K deep-sky imaging with a wide-angle lens that captures impressive timelapses.

I’ve tested these Google Pixel AI features — and Apple really needs to steal them for iOS 27
By John Velasco Published
Ahead of WWDC 2026, I break down the five most powerful Google Pixel AI features I've tested that I want Apple to copy for iOS 27.

I drove the Chevrolet Bolt for a week — and this refreshed EV has an eye-catching starting price
By John Velasco Published
RecommendedThe 2027 Chevrolet Bolt LT is an exceptional budget-friendly commuter EV that improves the shortcomings of its predecessors.

I tested this 6-in-1 MagSafe GaN fast charger — and now it's the only charger I need on my desk
By John Velasco Published
Driven by a unique built-in 100W GaN fast charger and a retractable cable, the Acefast Z9 Pro is a powerhouse 6-in-1 MagSafe charger that powers just about everything.

Too good to be true! New Motorola Razr Fold with Moto Buds and 4-pack Moto Tags bundle is already $1,485 off
By John Velasco Published
Motorola's already giving the Razr Fold a huge discount upwards of $1,485 off with a trade in, but it's also throwing free earbuds and a 4-pack of Moto Tags.

Leaked iOS 27 screenshot renders give us our first look at the new Siri app — but there’s way more that I’m excited about
By John Velasco Published
I break down the massive iOS 27 screenshot renders, detailing how Apple is poised to reclaim the AI narrative at WWDC 2026 with a dedicated Siri chatbot app.

I drove the Subaru Trailseeker for a week — and it’s the all-electric Outback I've been waiting for
By John Velasco Published
RecommendedAfter driving the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker for a week, this agile EV proves how it lives up to the legacy of the Outback.

I captured these photos with the GoPro Mission 1 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro — here’s the winner
By John Velasco Published
I took the new GoPro Mission 1 Pro on a photo shootout over the weekend to see how it still-shot performance handles against the iPhone 17 Pro.

I tested this $249 phone that has dual screens — and makes me question why we don’t have more of them
By John Velasco Last updated
After testing the $249 NUU B40 5G for over a week, this affordable budget phone proves why all phones need to have secondary rear screens.

I don’t love cheap cell phone plans just for the savings — they also come with these hidden perks
By John Velasco Published
If you're looking to switch to a cheap cell phone plan, then you might be surprised at what perks come with them.

I drove the Toyota Grand Highlander and Honda Pilot for a week — here’s the 3-row SUV I'd spend my money on
By John Velasco Published
I tested the Toyota Grand Highlander and Honda Pilot for a week to see which $50,000+ 3-row mid-size SUV reigns supreme in a head-to-head comparison.

Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 battery tested — and it's the longest lasting foldable ever
By John Velasco Published
Packing a larger 5,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 rewrites the rules of foldable endurance by setting an all-time record.

Trump Mobile website loophole exposes customers' personal data — 'do not order unless you’re ready for your information to be leaked'
By John Velasco Published
A security loophole on the Trump Mobile website has exposed the personal data of its customers.

I tested the entire Motorola Razr 2026 lineup for a week — here's the one I'd recommend
By John Velasco Published
After testing the entire Motorola Razr 2026 lineup for a week, there's one model I recommend the most. Here's what it is.

Motorola Razr Fold battery life test results are in — and it sets a new record for notebook-style foldables
By John Velasco Published
The Motorola Razr Fold has set a new record for notebook-style foldables in the Tom's Guide battery drain test.

Biggest Google I/O 2026 announcements — Gemini Spark, Intelligent Eyewear glasses and more
By Dave LeClair, John Velasco Last updated
Google I/O 2026 is here, and we're keeping up with all the latest details around Android 17, Android XR, Googlebooks, Gemini Intelligence, and more.

I drove the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ for a week — and I can’t believe this luxury EV starts under $50,000
By John Velasco Published
Editor's ChoiceThe 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ shatters the luxury EV mold by delivering flagship tech, flawless driver assistance, and class-leading efficiency.

I tried Moft’s new MagSafe wallet with Find My support — and its coolest feature turns your iPhone into a tripod
By John Velasco Published
I've been testing Moft's new MagSafe wallets which have been updated with support for Apple's Find My network.

Samsung tipster says Galaxy Z Flip 9 could be cancelled — here's why that's a terrible idea
By John Velasco Published
While Samsung's prepping the Galaxy Z Flip 8, there's already rumors that it's canceling the Galaxy Z Flip 9.

This underrated Motorola Razr Fold feature makes me more productive — Google, Apple, and Samsung should take notice
By John Velasco Published
Samsung DeX has long been the gold standard for smartphone productivity, but the Motorola Razr Fold steals the crown with its Smart Connect feature.
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