John’s a senior editor covering phones for Tom’s Guide. He’s no stranger in this area having covered mobile phones and gadgets since 2008 when he started his career. On top of his editor duties, he’s a seasoned videographer being in front and behind the camera producing YouTube videos. Previously, he held editor roles with PhoneArena, Android Authority, Digital Trends, and SPY. Outside of tech, he enjoys producing mini documentaries and fun social clips for small businesses, enjoying the beach life at the Jersey Shore, and recently becoming a first time homeowner.
Latest articles by John Velasco

Best MagSafe chargers for your iPhone in 2026
By John Velasco Last updated
We break down the best MagSafe chargers that lets you use Apple's StandBy mode, along with charging other gadgets you might have.

I tested the Motorola Razr Fold for a week and it’s unbelievable — Samsung, you’ve met your match
By John Velasco Published
Editor's ChoiceThe Motorola Razr Fold sets the benchmark for what it takes to be a notebook-style foldable phone. In fact, that it's the closest thing to replacing a laptop!

Android Auto is about to change the way you drive: 3D Google Maps, redesigned interface, video support, Gemini and more
By John Velasco Published
The next generation of Android Auto and cars with Google built-in is introducing a massive refresh featuring Material 3 design, 3D immersive navigation, and more.

I drove the Genesis GV80 Coupe for a week — and this SUV cured my need-for-speed itch
By John Velasco Published
The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe sheds the old luxury stigma by pairing a stunning design with a high-tech, supercharged powertrain that delivers a youthful feel.

We tested 5 cheap power banks under $20 on Amazon — here's the one I'd buy with my own money
By John Velasco Published
We put five of the most popular power banks on Amazon under $20 to the test to see which budget-friendly charger actually delivers the best value.

I tested these ridiculously cheap off-brand phones you probably never heard of — here’s my honest verdict on what's worth buying
By John Velasco Published
I've tested several off-brand phones and realize what kind of value they truly offer over conventional slates.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide could finally address my biggest issue with book-style foldables — and it’s not the crease
By John Velasco Published
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide represents a sudden shift from the norm for notebook-style foldable phones and seemingly addresses my biggest concern using them.

I tested the Moto G Stylus (2026) for a week — and it’s an underrated budget phone
By John Velasco Published
RecommendedThe Moto G Stylus (2026) justifies its new $499 price tag by pairing a premium, rugged design with a much-needed active stylus upgrade and extra accessories.

Forget Apple Intelligence — this is the one software feature Apple can't afford to miss at WWDC 2026
By John Velasco Published
Apple Intelligence should be a big focus with WWDC 2026, but Apple really needs to introduce the iPhone desktop mode. Here's why.

'If I had to buy a vehicle right now, the 2026 Volvo EX30 Ultra would be at the top of my list' — here's my pros and cons after a week of driving
By John Velasco Published
Editor's ChoiceNot only does the 2026 Volvo EX30 deliver an impressive all-around performance, but it's also cheaper with a single motor powertrain option.

Don't wait for the $2,000 iPhone Fold when the Pixel Fold price just crashed to $449
By John Velasco Published
Woot brings the Pixel Fold down to its all-time lowest price thanks to a 75% off discount that brings it to $449.

I lived with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 for 8 months — 6 improvements I’m holding out for with the Galaxy Z Flip 8
By John Velasco Published
After spending the past 8 months making the Galaxy Z Flip 7 as my daily driver, these are the upgrades I'm hoping to see with the Galaxy Z Flip 8.

I drove the Buick Enclave for a week — and this 3-row SUV is basically a more affordable Cadillac
By John Velasco Published
Editor's ChoiceI put the 2026 Buick Enclave Avenir to the test and came away impressed by its luxury styling, tech-forward features, and the utility of seating up to seven passengers.

Forget Apple CarPlay — I spent a week driving the Volvo S60 Recharge and its new Google-powered interface is so good that I didn't miss it at all
By John Velasco Last updated
While most legacy carmakers struggle with antiquated software, the Volvo S60 Recharge proves that that an older model can still feel brand new.

I swapped my Galaxy S26 for this BlackBerry clone with a physical keyboard for a week — and I’m honestly embarrassed by how much I like it
By John Velasco Published
The Unihertz Titan 2 Elite is the best keyboard phone I've tested in the last decade, primarily due to its significantly smaller size, long battery life, and tactile keyboard.

I want a thin iPhone Fold, but I won't buy it unless Apple finally fixes multitasking in iOS
By John Velasco Last updated
While hardware design often gets more of the spotlight, the iPhone Fold’s success depends entirely on Apple’s ability to evolve multitasking in iOS 27.

I finally tried a dash cam disguised as a rearview mirror, and it makes practical sense — here’s why
By John Velasco Published
Ditch the bulky suction mounts for a sleek digital rearview mirror with the Rexing M2 Max, which easily installs over your existing rearview mirror.

WWDC 2026 preview — iOS 27, Gemini-powered Siri and everything else to expect
By John Velasco Published
WWDC 2026 is nearing and there's a lot of buzz surrounding what Apple will do with iOS 27, macOS, iPadOS 27, and the rest of its platforms — including a new Siri.

The Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra could ditch the 'redundant' 3x zoom for this much bigger camera upgrade
By John Velasco Published
A report suggests that Samsung could be finally killing off the 3x optical zoom camera with the Galaxy S27 Ultra and it makes total sense. Here's why.

The new $1,500 Razr Ultra 2026 is one of the most controversial phones of the year — here's why
By John Velasco Published
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is garnering unwanted attention due to the controversy surrounding its hardware.

We just went hands-on with the new Motorola Razr 2026 family, and while the $1,499 Razr Ultra is a silicon-carbon battery beast, the all-new $1,899 Razr Fold is the one I'd buy
By John Velasco Last updated
The Motorola Razr 2026 lineup is official, with a total of four different foldables consisting of the Razr 2026, Razr Plus 2026, Razr Ultra 2026, and Razr Fold.

I used the $199 Galaxy A17 for a week to see if I’d regret leaving my $1,299 Galaxy S26 Ultra — and the answer is complicated
By John Velasco Last updated
I ditched my Galaxy S26 Ultra for the Galaxy A17 to see what exactly I'm missing out on by choosing to go use a $199 budget phone for a week.

Claude AI was down — what we know so far about the outage
By John Velasco Last updated
Anthropic's Claude AI is appears to be having service disruptions, as users claim that the service is down for them. Here's what we know so far about the outage.

I drove the $143,000 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray for a week — and these two features blew me away
By John Velasco Last updated
RecommendedI tested the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray to see how its new hybrid power system operates without sacrificing on the sports performance the series is known for.
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