John Velasco

John Velasco

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Senior Channel Editor for Phones at Tom’s Guide; veteran reviewer across Android/iOS smartphones and gadgets.

NY Auto Show Showcases Surge in Affordable EVs
SocialApr 3, 2026

NY Auto Show Showcases Surge in Affordable EVs

No, the EV revolution hasn't stalled at all. Compared to the last couple of years, I saw way more affordable EVs at @NYAutoShow. #NYIAS https://t.co/6rPKmm2o09

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2026 BMW I7 M70 Redefines Luxury, Outshines
SocialMar 30, 2026

2026 BMW I7 M70 Redefines Luxury, Outshines

This one was a tough edit. Reminder for me to NOT shoot with the car in shadow. Anyways, the 2026 BMW i7 M70 makes other luxury cars ordinary. @bmw @bmwusa #BMW #bmwi7m70 #electricvehicles #evs #bmwlovers https://t.co/L2YbDQ38cz https://t.co/l5787QUfrl

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2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid Delivers 30+ MPG City Driving
SocialMar 25, 2026

2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid Delivers 30+ MPG City Driving

I've been testing out the 2026 @Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid for almost a week now and it's awesome I've been getting practically 30+ mpg city driving with this 3-row SUV. And it's crazy quiet turning on! 🤫 @toyota #toyota ...

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2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Delivers Luxury Features, Saves Money
SocialMar 23, 2026

2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Delivers Luxury Features, Saves Money

A fully loaded 2026 @Hyundai Sonata Hybrid easily rivals many luxury cars in terms of features, but it has way more long term savings. Now I'm really perfecting the art of masking with my photos. 📸 #hyundai #hyundaisonata #hybrid #hybridcar...

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Pebblebee Clip 5: AirTag‑like Tracker with Emergency Alerts
SocialMar 19, 2026

Pebblebee Clip 5: AirTag‑like Tracker with Emergency Alerts

This has to be one of the most useful accessories you don't know about. The @pebblebee Clip 5 has nearly all the same functions of an AirTag, but it can send out alerts. All I can think of is that...

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2026 Corvette E‑Ray Reveals Surprising Hybrid Power
SocialMar 18, 2026

2026 Corvette E‑Ray Reveals Surprising Hybrid Power

I can't wait a couple of weeks before sharing this test drive. Here's another one I never imagined ever being behind the wheel, yet alone testing it out. Can you believe that the 2026 @chevrolet Corvette E-Ray has hybrid power?...

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Land Rover Defender Introduces Built‑in Portable Cooler
SocialMar 10, 2026

Land Rover Defender Introduces Built‑in Portable Cooler

I’ve seen cooling activated cup holders before, but an actual portable cooler in a car? Yup, this is a first. 🥶 @LandRover #landrover #landroverdefender #suv #suvlife #landroverlife https://t.co/8jAvPFHjEA

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Pixel Desktop Mode Enables Separate Work and Personal Profiles
SocialMar 5, 2026

Pixel Desktop Mode Enables Separate Work and Personal Profiles

There's still work needed to make the new Pixel desktop mode better than Samsung DeX, but it does one thing right: it supports multiple users. Now I can have my work and personal profiles separate. @MadeGoogle @GooglePixel_US #Pixel10a #madebygoogle https://t.co/iL7fcZhXw0

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Pixel 10a: Minimal Upgrade, Maximum Value, Hidden Mode
SocialMar 4, 2026

Pixel 10a: Minimal Upgrade, Maximum Value, Hidden Mode

The laziest phone upgrade of all-time is still the best value out there, with the software doing most of the heavy lifting. Also, there's one unexpected mode I found in testing out the Pixel 10a. #Pixel10a @madebygoogle https://t.co/qwdWNb7Tmt

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Galaxy S26 Boosts DeX with Extra Desktops
SocialMar 4, 2026

Galaxy S26 Boosts DeX with Extra Desktops

Did you know Samsung DeX was quietly upgraded on the Galaxy S26? More desktops to run more apps = better organization. I just want Samsung to bring back support for multiple users. @SamsungMobile @SamsungMobileUS #GalaxyS26 https://t.co/32gJQbfQ7N

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