Latest articles by John Velasco
I tested more than 25 EVs this year — here's the top 5 most affordable models
Of the more than 25 EVs that I've personally tested this year, only a handful are ones that most people could realistically afford.
iPhone 17 Air vs iPhone 16 Pro: 5 reasons to wait for the new iPhone
With the iPhone 17 Air expected to arrive in 2025, we detail all the ways it's worth the wait over the iPhone 16 Pro.
Better than Black Friday! Pixel 9 Pro price drops by 40% in this epic holiday deal — now $599
Mint Mobile has the Pixel 9 Pro at 40% off with this holiday deal, which brings the flagship model down to $599.
I drove the Polestar 2 EV for a week — here’s my pros and cons
The 2024 Polestar 2 has one of the coolest looking designs in an EV, but its 254 miles of range and high cost make it a tough sell.
This smart telescope is light years better than phones — and it lets me capture stars, galaxies and nebulas with ease
I've been using the SeeStar S50 smart telescope for more than a year to capture galaxies, nebulas, and planets with the help of my phone, but it's finally on sale for the holidays.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cameras: 5 ways they could beat iPhone 16 Pro Max
We break down some of the Galxy S25 Ultra camera rumors to see what it takes to beat the iPhone 16 Pro Max as the best camera phone.
I drove a Lexus RX450h+ for a week — and this PHEV is the best of both worlds
Car shoppers hesitant about buying an EV may be convinced to try the 2024 Lexus RX450h+ PHEV thanks to how it features both gas and all-electric power.
OnePlus 13 vs OnePlus 12: Here's all the upgrades you need to know
In our OnePlus 13 vs. OnePlus 12 face-off, we'll detail all the big upgrades you can expect with the OnePlus 13 to determine if it's a worthy upgrade to the OnePlus 12.
Galaxy S24 FE is the most underrated phone I’ve tested in 2024 — here’s why
I've tested dozens of phones in 2024, but the most underrated one is without a doubt the Galaxy S24 FE. Here's why
Best Cyber Monday phone deals LIVE: iPhone 16, Samsung Galaxy S24, Pixel 9 biggest sales now
Cyber Monday is heading into its final hours but you can still save big. We're rounding up the best phone deals live to help you save money on your next purchase!
I found 10 Cyber Monday deals that are 50% off and less than $50 — and they all make great holiday gifts
Cyber Monday is the perfect opportunity to save big on holiday shopping. Here are my favorite deals on gifts that are 50% off and under $50.
Forget AirPods 4 — you can get three pairs of Echo Buds 2 for less than just one of Apple’s right now
Amazon's Cyber Monday sale drops the price of the Amazon Echo Buds 2 down to $34, which is a whopping 71% off its normal price.
Best Black Friday phone deals 2024 live: Savings on iPhone 16, Samsung Galaxy S24, Pixel 9 and more you can still get
With Black Friday fast approaching, we're rounding up the best phone deals live to help you save money on your next purchase!
The best Black Friday iPhone deals you can still get: I'm tracking the lowest prices
There are so many Black Friday deals happening for the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro, so I break down the best ones and which one you should get.
JackRabbit OG2 review: I survived New York City traffic in this micro ebike
I spent three weeks riding the JackRabbit OG2 micro electric bike through New York City traffic to see if it has what it takes to be my next commuting ride.
Verizon Black Friday deals live — get a free iPhone 16 Pro, Apple Watch and iPad all at once
Verizon Black Friday deals are here, offering generous discounts on your favorite phones that include with free smartwatches, TVs, tablets, and more depending on the package.
I'd cancel my phone service now and get this Mint Mobile deal for a crazy cheap $10 a month
Mint Mobile's making it easier to save on your monthly cell phone bill with its Black Friday deal that has taken its unlimited plan down to $10/month.
My favorite solar charger for my phone is 39% off for Black Friday — and it even shades me from the sun
Amazon has the EcoFlow Power Hat on sale for 39% off for Black Friday. The wearable solar charger can power your phones and other devices on the go.
Google hiked up the Pixel 9 Pro XL's price this year, but Amazon's Black Friday deal just saved the day — save $250 instantly
Amazon fixes the biggest concern I have about the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by giving it a discount that brings the phone's price down to $849 with its Black Friday sale. Here's why that's a big deal.
This is nuts! Get an iPhone 13 and unlimited data service for an entire year for $395
Visible is offering the iPhone 13 with a year's worth of unlimited data service for $395 at checkout with its Black Friday sale.
The Lego Thanos Glove is 44% off right now for Black Friday — this deal feels inevitable
Amazon's Black Friday sale has the Lego replica of Thanos' Infinity Gauntlet on sale for 44% off, making it the perfect gift for the Marvel fan in your life.
Motorola Razr 2024 for 85% off sets the bar for all other foldables this Black Friday
Cricket Wireless has an epic Black Friday deal on the Motorola Razr 2025
I drove an Acura ZDX Type S for a week — and it’s luxury like no other
With its hefty $73,500 starting cost, the 2024 Acura ZDX Type S is a luxury all-electric SUV that's big on style and performance. But it sacrifices on efficiency.
I tried astrophotography on my OnePlus 12 to shoot galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters — these were my best captures
I wasn't wowed by the OnePlus 12's low light camera performance when I reviewed the phone earlier this year. But I'm impressed by how well it does with astrophotography. Here's my favorite captures.
