Latest articles by John Velasco
Apple Event Confirmed for September 9 — iPhone 17, Apple Watch 11, AirPods Pro 3 and more
Apple's next event is coming on September 9, where hopefully the iPhone 17 and other devices will prove to be "awe dropping" like the event's name.
Time’s Ticking! This Will Make or Break the iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 reveal could be nearing, but Apple Intelligence will need to take a critical part in its reveal or it risks losing the AI wars.
I drove the Hyundai Ioniq 9 for a week — and this 3-row electric SUV has a lot of surprises
The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a 3-row all-electric SUV that surprisingly offers outstanding efficiency and tons of features.
I checked out the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL — here’s the one I recommend
Google announced the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL and I got the chance to check them all out to tell you exactly how they're different.
I tried the Pixel 10 Pro XL — 5 ways iPhone 17 Pro Max could beat it
The Pixel 10 Pro XL has finally been announced, but the iPhone 17 Pro Max could be getting several key upgrades that could make it come out on top.
I tried Ask Photos on the Pixel 10 Pro — and it's the AI-assisted photo editing tool I’ve always wanted
I got to try out the new Ask Photos feature with the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL to transform my selfie.
I just tested the Pixel 10 Pro XL's 100x zoom — and the results blew me away
Pro Res Zoom is a Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL exclusive feature that uses generative AI to enhance photos taken with the telephoto camera. Here's how it works.
Best foldable phones of 2025
More phone makers than ever are coming out with devices you can fold into more compact designs. These are the best foldable phones we’ve tested.
Google Pixel 10 could revolutionize AI on phones with these 3 rumored features
The Pixel 10 lineup is slated for big hardware upgrades, but these rumored AI features could revolutionize them in a bigger way.
These AI-edited videos I generated with the Oakley Meta HSTN glasses are the stuff of my dreams
I recorded video with the Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses and then transformed them with Meta's AI restyling editing tools.
I've been testing this Bluetooth tracker for a month — and it's the perfect way to keep track of my phone and wallet
The Rolling Square AirCard Pro is a credit card sized Bluetooth wallet tracker that can also by used to track your phone. Plus, it has a battery life rated for 12 months.
I tested the 2026 Genesis GV70 for a week — what it's like to drive a $70,000 SUV
The 2026 Genesis GV70 3.5T Sport Prestige AWD packs a ton of premium features, but comes at a price for a gas power vehicle. Is it worth the money over the all-electric version?
iPhone 17 Air vs Galaxy S25 Edge — How Apple Can Blow Away Samsung
The Galaxy S25 Edge showed us compromises to designing a thin phone, but Apple could dispel them with the iPhone 17 Air. Here's how.
I just gave my iPhone night vision with this USB-C thermal camera — and now I can see in the dark
The Thermal Master P3 thermal camera finally offers support for iPhone, giving it night vision to see in the dark. Here's how I used this mighty tool for all sorts of things.
I started wearing my Pixel Buds 2 Pro to concerts and shows — and my weird experiment is already paying off
I was hired to be a videographer for a concert and didn't realize how the screeching sounds made it a miserable experience. That's until I wore my Google Pixel Buds Pro 2.
iOS 26 Image Playground vs Android 16 Pixel Studio: I found the best AI image generator, and it's not even close
I put the new iOS 26 Image Playground to the test against Android 16 Pixel Studio to see which one generates images accurately and better.
I tested this smart telescope that pairs with my phone to capture galaxies and nebulas — and it’s under $550
Not only does the Dwarf 3 smart telescope capture amazing astrophotography, but it's also just as good at nature photography,
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra: which will be the new flagship king?
There's still time before we can crown a winner in this iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra debate, but all the rumors hint that Apple could come out on top.
I used Gemini to transform my old photos into video with Google's Veo 3 — and the results surprised me
I've asked Gemini to create custom videos for me on my phone with the help of Veo 3 and I can't believe at how realistic they look. Here's why.
I dreamed of flying cars, but the automotive reality of 2035 is even more revolutionary
A new driving revolution is coming
I drove the Cadillac Escalade IQ for a week — and it has features I haven’t seen before in an EV
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is one of the most feature rich all-electric vehicles on the market, while sporting a fresh and modern design that makes it fun to drive.
I tested the new lock screen customization with iOS 26 vs. Android 16 — and there’s a clear winner
The lock screen is evolving with iOS 26 and Android 16, so I put them to the test to see which one does it better.
Pixel 10 Pro XL vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra: Which will be the new Android king?
In this Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra, we take all the rumors about the next Google phone and see if it can match Samsung.
