Latest articles by John Velasco
Google Pixel 9a review live — test results, camera samples and iPhone 16e comparisons
Get to know more about Google's latest budget phone
Best cheap phones 2025 tested — April top picks
These are the best cheap phones you can buy based on our testing and reviews.
This suction mount has is the best iPhone accessory I've tested in the last year — and it will change how you create content
After you've checked this automatic suction mount for your phone, you won't go back to any other car phone mount again. Here's why.
I drove the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT for a week — here’s my pros and cons
After driving the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT for a week, it's become my favorite budget EV. Here's why.
I've been using the iPhone 16 Pro Max for over 6 months — and this is the iPhone 17 model I'm most excited about
After using the iPhone 16 Pro Max for over 6 months, I have a good idea of which iPhone 17 model I'm most excited about this fall.
I tested Apple Image Playground vs Google Pixel Studio to generate AI images of people — and it's not even close
Now that Pixel Studio can generate images of people, I put it to the test against Image Playground with Apple Intelligence.
Forget price hikes! Verizon's new plans offer 3-year price lock guarantee
Verizon announced a new 3-year price lock guarantee for its myPlan and myHome plans that keeps the rate fixed, while also introducing a new phone trade-in deal.
I test EVs for a living — here’s why not having CarPlay or Android Auto isn't a big deal
I used to think it was terrible for any car to not offer support for Android Auto or CarPlay. But after testing more than 30 electric cars the last year, it shouldn't be a dealbreaker.
I tried this dock to transform my Galaxy S25 into a laptop — here’s what happened
After using the NexDock XL with my Samsung DeX enabled phones, I realize how this combination can almost replace my laptop.
I've been using the Galaxy Z Fold 6 for over 6 months — here's the Galaxy Z Fold 7 upgrades I need to see
After using the Galaxy Z Fold 6 for over 6 months, I really hope Samsung brings bigger upgrades to the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
I drove the Volvo EX40 EV for a week — here’s my pros and cons
I drove the 2025 Volvo EX40 Ultra Twin Moto for a week to see how this luxury compact SUV compares to other similarly priced EVs I've tested.
I shot over 200 photos with the iPhone 16e vs iPhone 16 — here’s the winner
Even though they share similar main cameras, I took over 200 photos with the iPhone 16e and iPhone 16 to spot all of their differences across nine categories. Here's the winner.
I’m pairing my smartphone with this smart telescope for the next solar eclipse this weekend
I've tested the Seestar S30 smart telescope for over 30 days capturing galaxies, nebulas, plants, star clusters, and more. Here's why I plan to use it to capture the upcoming partial solar eclipse.
Best MagSafe chargers for your iPhone 2025
We break down the best MagSafe chargers that lets you use Apple's StandBy mode, along with charging other gadgets you might have.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 could finally fix the one thing that has prevented me from using Samsung’s flip phones
Samsung DeX has been excluded from all of Samsung's flip-style phones, but I'm hoping that changes with the Galaxy Z Flip 6. Here's why.
iOS 18.4 beta brings 8 new emoji to your iPhone — here's all the new options
Among the changes in iOS 18.4 are eight new emojis that first were revealed as part of the Unicode 16 Standard back last fall.
I drove the Mini Cooper Countryman EV for a week — here’s my pros and cons
2025 Mini Cooper Countryman SE All4 is not one to overlook because this compact crossover SUV is packed with surprises from its premium features to its utility.
I shot over 100 videos with the iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S25 Ultra — here's the winner
In order to find out which is the better video camera, I recorded over 100 videos with the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra to dissect their differences.
Google Pixel 9a vs iPhone 16e — 7 ways Google totally beats Apple
With the announcement of the Pixel 9a, it makes Apple's iPhone 16e less significant due to the differences they pack. Here's all the reasons why the Pixel 9a beats the iPhone 16e.
Google Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 7a: Biggest differences explained
In this Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 7a face-off, we look at how Google's budget phones compare to one another and whether it's worth upgrading to the newer model.
Best phones under $300 in 2025
We've gathered the best cheap phones for those who are on a tight budget. You have to make serious compromises with these devices, but at least they're inexpensive.
I ditched all my phone chargers for this amazing MagSafe power bank — and it also charges my laptop
With its 10,000 mAh battery and up to 65W charging speed, the InfinaCore P3 Pro is the one charger I bring with me all the time. Plus, it can charge my MagSafe supported iPhone and some laptops.
I drove the Nissan Ariya EV for a week — and it's nearly the perfect crossover
The 2025 Nissan Ariya Platinum+ AWD is a crossover SUV with a range of 267. I drove it for a week to see how well it performs and if it can beat similar EVs I've tested.
