Latest articles by John Velasco
I added a 10x optical zoom to my iPhone with this attachable lens — but it has a more amazing trick up its sleeve
The Shiftcam 240mm Super Zoom Tele add mores zoom to any camera phone, but it also takes stunning macro shots when paired with 10x magnification lenses.
The best electric cars in 2026
These are the best electric cars and trucks you can buy now, including Volvo, Rivian, Subaru, Nissan, and more.
I drove the Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado EV for a week — here’s the winner
When it comes to electric pickup trucks, two of the best options right now are the Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado. Here's the one I recommend after testing out both out for a week.
The coolest thing at CES 2026 is a new dashcam that brings thermal night vision and CarPlay to any car
Introduced at CES 2026, the Vantrue Pilot 2 features a thermal smart module that lets it see through the darkness to alert drivers about potential hazards.
Segway's new Navimow robotic lawn mowers ditch pesky base stations and perimeter wires while avoiding all your kids' toys in the yard
Segway introduced a slew of new robotic lawn mowers at CES 2026 Its Navimow lineup adds eight new models, complete with drop and mow installation for quick setup.
I’ve been using the OnePlus 15 for over a month — and these are the hidden features all Android phones need to copy
I've spent more than a month with the OnePlus 15, making it one of my daily drivers, and these are the hidden features you need to know about.
I tried this monocular thermal camera to see critters around my property from afar — but I spotted some anomalies in the sky instead
The Mileseey Optics TNV10 Pro is a monocular that offers thermal night vision to see far away distances with crystal sharp clarity, allowing me to discover strange sightings in the night sky.
The coolest gadget of 2025 doesn’t just give me night vision, it makes me feel like I’m looking through a telescope
I've been testing out the Cigman CNVPRO night vision binoculars for months now, and it's proven to be a versatile companion for all of my astrophotography shoots.
Samsung tipped to delay Galaxy S26 launch — but there could be good news
New reports hint at a delay for the Galaxy S26, with the announcement apparently happening in February, after January launches in recent years.
I bought this MagSafe power bank to charge my iPhone anywhere — and it doubles as a retro gaming handheld
The Miro V99 is a 5,000 mAh power bank that attaches to a phone via MagSafe, but it also doubles as a retro gaming handheld with over 1,500 games.
Phones in 2026: What we’re hoping to see (and our biggest worries)
2026 could be a fantastic year for smartphone fans, but that doesn't mean that we don't have some concerns.
I thought it was weird spying on my cats with this new robotic litter box — but it does more than just record them
The Petkit Purobot Max Pro 2 is one of the most tech heavy robotic litter boxes around, complete with an AI-powered 1080p camera to track your cats.
I’ve tested every flagship phone this year — and these are my 7 favorite AI features on each one
From Google's Ask Photos that makes photo edits a breeze, to Samsung's Cross App Actions, these are the 7 best AI features I've tested this year.
I tested more than 40 EVs this year — here's the top 5 most affordable models
After driving more than 40 electric vehicles this year, these are the most affordable that I've tested — with prices starting from $30,000.
I test smartphones for a living — and the best new feature of the year is now on every phone
There were plenty of cool smartphone features introduced in 2025, but Google's AI-assisted Ask Photos feature is the best one of them all. And it's available on every phone.
I added a rear screen to my iPhone — and it's a game changer for my selfies and vlogs
I'm able to take better selfies and vlogs with the help of the SYNCO XView M4, a portable monitor with a 3.9-inch display that attaches to the back of my iPhone.
I drove the Polestar 3 for a week — here's my pros and cons
I test the 2025 Polestar 3 for a week to find out if this mid-size luxury crossover SUV has what it takes to stand out in the EV crowd. Here's what I found out.
I put the OnePlus 15R vs iPhone 16e through a 7-round face-off — here’s the winner
I tested the OnePlus 15R vs iPhone 16e for a week to see how these relatively affordable phone compare against each other when it comes to delivering value for money. Here's what I found.
I tested more than 40 EVs this year — here's the top 5 most efficient models (and 3 worst)
I drove more than 40 EVs this year, and these are the most efficient electric vehicles I've tested, ranging from sporty sedans all the way to compact SUVs.
Ford discontinues the F-150 Lightning, and I'm both disappointed and not surprised
The F-150 Lightning is being discontinued, but Ford's moving ahead with an F-150 EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) that will offer 700 miles of range.
Best unlocked phones
The best unlocked phones give you the freedom to choose your carrier without being bogged down by payment plans.
This affordable thermal camera gives my phone instant night vision to see through the darkness
I tried the Thermal Master P1, and it instantly gave my phone night vision to see through the dark. It's also way cheaper than the similar FLIR thermal camera.
Samsung Galaxy phones have a hidden camera mode — and it's totally transformed my photos
Expert RAW is a hidden camera mode on Galaxy flagship phones that unlocks neat features that improve your photography. Here's what it can do.
