Latest articles by John Velasco
5 features iOS 26 needs to steal from Google to catch up on AI
WWDC 2025 will bring off the wraps around iOS 26, but it's Apple's opportunity to catch up to Google with more Apple Intelligence features.
Samsung says the Galaxy Fold Ultra is a multitasking powerhouse, but it needs to upgrade this feature first
The Galaxy Fold Ultra is tipped to be a multitasking powerhouse according to Samsung, but it needs to bring back this features in order to achieve it.
The best electric cars in 2025
These are the best electric cars and trucks you can buy now, including Kia, Lucid, Chevrolet and more.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 leaks just tipped launch date, specs and colors
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 is tipped to launch in July according to the latest leaks, which also shed light on their colors and storage options.
I drove the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer SS for a week — and I didn’t think electric SUVs could be this good
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer SS has a powerful dual motor that delivers an outstanding 615 hp performance that not only delivers plenty of power, but it's also surprisingly efficient.
I didn’t just stop scooping poop with the Litter Robot 4, it kept my cats healthy — here’s how
I've had the Whisker Litter Robot 4 for nearly 2.5 years now and it's not only saved me time, but it has a helpful health tracking feature that weighs them.
I put the Galaxy S25 Edge and Galaxy S25 Ultra through a 10-round photo face-off — here’s the winner
Despite packing only dual cameras, I put the Galaxy S25 Edge and Galaxy S25 Ultra through a photo face-off to determine which is the better camera phone.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge review: It’s impressively thin, with some major compromises
Impressively, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is just 5.6mm thin, making it the most slender Galaxy S model ever. However, that thinness comes with some sacrifices.
Galaxy S25 Edge battery life tested — here's the results
With its ultra thin construction, Samsung's only able to cram a 3,900 mAh battery inside of the Galaxy S25 Edge. We put it to the test to see how long it lasts.
One UI 8 beta kicks off with Galaxy S25 series — here's the new features and how to try it now
Samsung announced that One UI 8 is launching this summer with its upcoming foldables, but a beta program is available right now for Galaxy S25 device owners.
I tried the Galaxy S25 Edge’s hidden astrophotography mode — here’s my favorite shots
I used the Galaxy S25 Edge's hidden astrophotography mode to capture the night sky with great fidelity, complete with clearly defined stars and no noise.
More people are ditching Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile according to new data — here's where they're going
There's a shakeup going on right now in wireless service, as a new report reveals how cable companies are seeing huge customer gains over traditional phone carriers in the U.S.
JackRabbit OG2 Pro review: This micro ebike packs a punch
The JackRabbit OG2 Pro gains a few upgrades that make it a more powerful electric bike while retaining the same compact and light design that the series is known for.
I drove the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N for a week — and it’s what I would’ve wanted in my 20s
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N packs a sporty design paired with an impressive driving performance that can keep with the zippy acceleration of today's EVs.
I tried the Supcase MagFlip Stand and it’s ruined all other MagSafe wallets I’ve used — here’s why
Stop using an ordinary wallet to store your stuff. I've been using the Supcase MagFlip Stand, and it holds more cards than any other MagSafe wallet I've used to date.
The Galaxy S25 Edge's thinness is wasted — this other Samsung phone deserves it more
The Galaxy S25 Edge is a missed opportunity for Samsung, which should've waited for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 instead to introduce a revolutionary, thinner design.
Desk charger by day, portable power by night — this 3-in-1 MagSafe charger does it all
The Rorry 3-in-1 Portable Charger is truly a deskside and travel charger because it packs a 10,000 mAh battery that can charge three of my devices simultaneously.
Forget Android XR smart glasses — 3 reasons why I’m more excited about the Project Astra upgrades
Project Astra AI improvements will have a broader, more immediate impact
Google's best-kept secret needs to be a standard Android 16 feature — and it could be game changing
There's a hidden desktop mode currently with the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL, but Google needs to make it a native Android 16 feature. Here's why.
I shot over 200 photos with the Razr Ultra 2025 vs Razr Plus 2024 — here’s the winner
In order to find out which is the better camera phone, I snapped over 200 photos with the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 vs Razr Plus 2024 to see how they stack up against one another.
I drove the 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz for a week — and it gets more attention than any other EV on the road
The 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz blends an iconic design with a more modern twist, while offering good efficiency and a comfortable ride that seats up to six people.
Best unlocked phones in 2025
The best unlocked phones give you the freedom to choose your carrier without being bogged down by payment plans.
I’ve spent 24 hours with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — here’s what I like and what I don’t
With the Galaxy S25 Edge in my possession, I took it for a spin for an entire day to see what the hype is all about with this ultra-thin phone.
