Latest articles by John Velasco
I’m stoked about the Galaxy S26 Ultra's rumored privacy screen, but it could turn out to be its greatest weakness
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is tipped to get a privacy screen feature that blocks out its display from the sides, but could complicate matters. Here's why.
I drove the Hyundai Kona Electric and Chevrolet Equinox EV for a week — here’s the affordable EV I’d recommend
I put the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric and 2025 Chevrolet Equinix EV to the test to see which is the better budget EV.
I’ve tested dozens of wireless microphones for phones over the years, but this one addresses my biggest annoyance
I've been using the Shure MoveMic88+ wireless microphone for months now, connecting directly to my phone via Bluetooth to instantly improve my audio.
I shot full-resolution photos with the iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL — here's the results
I put the iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL vs OnePlus 15 to the test to find out if shooting photos at the highest resolution makes a difference.
I drove the Cadillac Lyriq-V for a week — and it’s the luxury EV I’d spend my money on
The 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V offers a compelling package with its sleek design, premium features, and sports car-like driving performance.
Is free really good? Here’s what you need to look out for with Black Friday iPhone deals
There are plenty of early Black Friday deals on the iPhone 17 Pro, so I break them all down to tell if you they're worth it or not.
I've spent 2 weeks with the OnePlus 15 — 7 ways it beats the Galaxy S25 Ultra
After spending two weeks testing the OnePlus 15, there are a number of ways this new OnePlus flagship beats the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Here's what they are.
I’ve driven over 42 electric cars this year — and these are the 13 coolest features I’ve checked out
I've tested more than 42 electric cars this year and these are the coolest features that impressed me the most.
From driving directions to staying alert — 7 CarPlay settings and features you should absolutely use for a safer drive
There are new CarPlay features with iOS 26, but these tips will help you on your commute to stay safe while driving.
OnePlus 15 beats the iPhone in one major way — and Apple needs to catch up
The OnePlus 15 offers the best multitasking experience on any slate phone courtesy of its Smart Sidebar feature and dynamic resizing of apps.
I drove the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron for a week — and it’s my new favorite luxury EV sedan
The 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron is an all-electric sedan that boasts premium features, better-than-average efficiency, and slick modern design that puts other luxury EVs to shame.
I shot over 200 photos with the iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Pixel 10 Pro XL — here’s the winner
This 200 photo shootout between the iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Pixel 10 Pro XL covers different situations to test out the performance of both phones' cameras.
OnePlus 15 battery life tested — we can't believe it
The OnePlus 15 features a 7,300 mAh carbon silicone dual cell battery that sets a new record for endurance from a single charge. Here's how long it lasts.
I tried this new MagSafe Wallet that actually makes me look cool when I take out my card — and now I can't stop using it
The Ekster Cardholder Pro for MagSafe uses a clever mechanism that deals out the card stored inside of the wallet, making it incredibly convenient to access what you need.
I test and review the best camera phones — these are my favorites right now
We've tested all the best camera phones, and these are the ones that rise to the top.
OnePlus 15 review: The flagship with 2-day battery life changes everything
The OnePlus 15 has a big makeover that redefines what a flagship phone should be like with its new AI features, 165Hz refresh rate, and outstanding 2+ days of battery life.
I tried this new MagSafe charger that plugs into an outlet — and I can't believe no one has invented it before
You won't need to bring a cable to charge your iPhone with the Twelve South PowerBug because it features MagSafe charging and plugs in directly to an outlet.
Forget iPhone 17 Pro Max — 9 ways Galaxy S26 Ultra could come out on top
Galaxy S26 Ultra rumors paint a formidable flagship that comes with bigger upgrades that could make it a much better phone than the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
I drove the Jeep Wagoneer S for a week — and it’s just the right mix of luxury and sporty
The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S is the car maker's first foray into EVs, commanding a starting cost of $65,200 and delivering resounding performance.
I just discovered the best Google Maps feature you (probably) haven't tried yet
I discovered Google Maps Immersive View by accident looking for directions to a new place in the city and now I can't stop using it with all my route planning.
I put the iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 through a 7-round face-off — here’s the winner
Apple's showing us now much improved its latest model is with our iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 face-off, where we pit both phones in a number of categories to determine a winner.
Apple iPhone 17 review: Better upgrades than the Pros
The iPhone 17 gets some of the biggest upgrades in years for Apple's entry-level flagship, all without costing any more than previous models.
I ditched my laptop charger for this power bank with 140W charging speed — and it's down to its all-time lowest price
I also don't need to bring my phone chargers as well
