Latest articles by John Velasco
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.
The coolest gadget of 2025 doesn’t just give me night vision, it makes me feel like I’m looking through a telescope
I've been testing out the Cigman CNVPRO night vision binoculars for months now, and it's proven to be a versatile companion for all of my astrophotography shoots.
Samsung tipped to delay Galaxy S26 launch — but there could be good news
New reports hint at a delay for the Galaxy S26, with the announcement apparently happening in February, after January launches in recent years.
I bought this MagSafe power bank to charge my iPhone anywhere — and it doubles as a retro gaming handheld
The Miro V99 is a 5,000 mAh power bank that attaches to a phone via MagSafe, but it also doubles as a retro gaming handheld with over 1,500 games.
Phones in 2026: What we’re hoping to see (and our biggest worries)
2026 could be a fantastic year for smartphone fans, but that doesn't mean that we don't have some concerns.
I thought it was weird spying on my cats with this new robotic litter box — but it does more than just record them
The Petkit Purobot Max Pro 2 is one of the most tech heavy robotic litter boxes around, complete with an AI-powered 1080p camera to track your cats.
I’ve tested every flagship phone this year — and these are my 7 favorite AI features on each one
From Google's Ask Photos that makes photo edits a breeze, to Samsung's Cross App Actions, these are the 7 best AI features I've tested this year.
I tested more than 40 EVs this year — here's the top 5 most affordable models
After driving more than 40 electric vehicles this year, these are the most affordable that I've tested — with prices starting from $30,000.
I test smartphones for a living — and the best new feature of the year is now on every phone
There were plenty of cool smartphone features introduced in 2025, but Google's AI-assisted Ask Photos feature is the best one of them all. And it's available on every phone.
I added a rear screen to my iPhone — and it's a game changer for my selfies and vlogs
I'm able to take better selfies and vlogs with the help of the SYNCO XView M4, a portable monitor with a 3.9-inch display that attaches to the back of my iPhone.
I drove the Polestar 3 for a week — here's my pros and cons
I test the 2025 Polestar 3 for a week to find out if this mid-size luxury crossover SUV has what it takes to stand out in the EV crowd. Here's what I found out.
I put the OnePlus 15R vs iPhone 16e through a 7-round face-off — here’s the winner
I tested the OnePlus 15R vs iPhone 16e for a week to see how these relatively affordable phone compare against each other when it comes to delivering value for money. Here's what I found.
I tested more than 40 EVs this year — here's the top 5 most efficient models (and 3 worst)
I drove more than 40 EVs this year, and these are the most efficient electric vehicles I've tested, ranging from sporty sedans all the way to compact SUVs.
Ford discontinues the F-150 Lightning, and I'm both disappointed and not surprised
The F-150 Lightning is being discontinued, but Ford's moving ahead with an F-150 EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) that will offer 700 miles of range.
Best unlocked phones
The best unlocked phones give you the freedom to choose your carrier without being bogged down by payment plans.
This affordable thermal camera gives my phone instant night vision to see through the darkness
I tried the Thermal Master P1, and it instantly gave my phone night vision to see through the dark. It's also way cheaper than the similar FLIR thermal camera.
Samsung Galaxy phones have a hidden camera mode — and it's totally transformed my photos
Expert RAW is a hidden camera mode on Galaxy flagship phones that unlocks neat features that improve your photography. Here's what it can do.
Don’t settle for just a phone! Get a free Pixel Watch 2 and phone case when you buy the Pixel 9 for $499
Google is offering an unlocked Pixel 9 with a free Pixel Watch 2 and Pixel 9 case for just $499 with its limited-time holiday sale.
I drove the new Nissan Leaf for a week — this $30,000 EV sets a new standard
The 2026 Nissan Leaf is one of the best affordable EVs you can find, with a starting price of $29,990 that offers outstanding utility, range, and charging.
Galaxy S26 vs Pixel 10 — this is how Samsung can win
I've tested dozens of phones and the Pixel 10 has the best features, so that puts pressure on the Galaxy S26 to not come up short in the AI wars.
I tested the OnePlus 15R vs iPhone 16e vs Pixel 9a in an 11-round camera shoot-out — here's the results
The OnePlus 15R isn't out yet, but I put its camera to the test against the iPhone 16e and Pixel 9a to see if it's a worthy contender.
I've tested every flagship phone of 2025 — and my favorite is not from Apple or Samsung
After testing the OnePlus 15 for more than a month, I have a better appreciation for what this new flagship offers compared to its rivals. Here's what I like and don't like about the OnePlus 15.
My favorite Anker power banks, MagSafe chargers, and power stations are on sale up to 58% off
Amazon is having a big holiday sale right now on Anker power banks, MagSafe chargers, power stations, and much more with savings of up to 58% off.
