Jackson Chen

Jackson Chen is a part-time News Writer for Inverse covering consumer tech topics including cameras, electric vehicles, outdoor tech, and more. While the latest Leica or Tesla is always exciting, it’s the weird and wonderful consumer tech products like a portable microwave or a keyboard with an interactive screen that keeps him coming back.

Before Inverse, he was writing about digital privacy, real estate, and local news as a freelance journalist. Before venturing into freelance work, Jackson had his byline in Real Estate Weekly, DNAinfo, and Manhattan Express. His bylines can also be seen in Brooklyn Paper and City Limits. Jackson earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from State University of New York College at Purchase.

When not working, Jackson can usually be found falling at the skatepark, falling at the climbing gym, or falling asleep regardless of location. When he’s feeling real adventurous on the weekends, he can be found on cliffsides shooting photos or actually climbing.

E-bikes

This Long-Range E-Bike Uses Minigames to Make Your Ride More Like a Spin Class

Are you ready to gamify your bike ride?

ByJackson Chen
Handhelds

This Game Boy Advance SP-Inspired Handheld has Dual Joysticks and Plays PS1 Games

Clamshell handhelds are back on the menu.

ByJackson Chen
EVs

Ford’s Next EVs Could Be a Compact SUV and a Small Pickup To Rival Tesla

They're also meant to compete against overseas EV makers.

ByJackson Chen
Gaming

The Best Controller Grip for iPhones Just Got a Major Upgrade

But it’s only for iPhones with Lightning ports.

ByJackson Chen
Gaming

Leaked PS5 Pro Rumored for Holiday 2024 Might Be Disappointing

The console might say “Pro” in its name, but it might not make much of a difference for your games.

ByJackson Chen
Mixed reality

Leaked Quest 3S Highlights How the Headset Could Cost Less Than the Quest 3

We're just hoping the passthrough is still decent.

ByJackson Chen
Handhelds

This Drift-Proof Controller Turns Your Tablet Into a Nintendo-Inspired Gaming Handheld

Frankenstein your way into a Switch XL.

ByJackson Chen
EVs

7 Hidden Features in Rivian’s R2 That Have Us Excited For its Next EV

Let's give these supporting features the recognition they deserve.

ByJackson Chen
Robots

This Robot is Borrowing OpenAI’s Magic to Make At-Home Droids Feel Real

We're one step closer to a world like I, Robot.

ByJackson Chen
Tesla

Tesla’s Affordable EV Might Be Even Cheaper Than We Thought — But With One Big Catch

A cheaper price tag could mean compromising on range.

ByJackson Chen
Apple

Why the Apple Pencil Could Actually Be the Vision Pro’s Best Companion

For all those times that pinching fingers don’t cut it.

ByJackson Chen
Tesla

What in the World Is Going On With Cybertruck’s $3,000 Tent Accessory?

There are some doubts if Tesla's Basecamp is worth it yet.

ByJackson Chen
Tesla

5 Cybertruck Fails That Make Tesla’s EV Pickup Look an Off-Road Joke

There are some kinks to work out.

ByJackson Chen
EVs

Rivian’s R2 SUV Starts at $45,000 and Gets More than 300 Miles

The startup’s second EV is finally here.

ByJackson Chen
Apple

This Cheap Apple Vision Pro Accessory Looks Like the Cushiest Way to Add Comfort

Memory foam to the rescue.

ByJackson Chen
EVs

Dodge’s Charger Daytona Is an Electric Muscle Car With Fake Engine Noises

A beastly EV focused on performance, but not range.

ByJackson Chen
Apple

7 New iOS 17.4 Features You Need To Try On Your iPhone ASAP

European Union users get the best features, though.

ByJackson Chen
E-bikes

These New E-Bikes Are Trying to Solve Electric Mobility’s Scariest Problem

Rad Power Bikes’ fire-resistant batteries are a welcome reassurance.

ByJackson Chen
EVs

Rivian’s Leaked EV Sounds Like a Real Model Y Competitor

The surprise may be ruined but the hype is real.

ByJackson Chen
EVs

This Cyberpunk Minivan Has Charge Speeds That Blow Tesla’s Model Y Away

Think of all the time you’ll save when recharging your EV.

ByJackson Chen