Karen S Freeman
Karen is a contributor to iMore.com as a writer and co-host of the iMore Show. She’s been writing about Apple since 2010 with a year-long break to work at an Apple Store as a product specialist. Before joining iMore in 2018, Karen wrote for AppAdvice (mostly about App Store apps and Apple product accessories) and WatchAware (all about the Apple Watch.) She also freelances for TechRadar and Tom's Guide and has written for CNET and Macworld as well. Karen writes a lot of accessory roundups and reviews for iMore, plus occasional how-tos and editorials. She’s an early adopter who used to wait in long lines on release days before pre-ordering made things much quicker and easier, but still kind of misses lining up with the other Apple enthusiasts. Karen is a wife and mom (and dog mom) who is also a part-time teacher. She loves to travel and is always looking for the best portable tech and accessories so she can work from anywhere in the world. She works as a movie extra whenever possible and has done nine films so far, including Cherry on Apple TV+. Karen earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from University of Michigan and remains a big fan, so Go Blue!
Latest articles by Karen S Freeman
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Which AirPods should you buy: AirPods Max, Pro 2, and every other model compared
By Karen S Freeman published
Apple offers AirPods with different features at a wide range of price points. We're here to help you choose the model that fits you best.
![Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio in Killers of the Flower Moon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uxB6qnxQpiA7EputGCEHtg-320-80.jpg)
What's coming next to Apple TV Plus: Killers of the Flower Moon, Foundation and more
By Karen S Freeman published
We all have our favorite Apple TV Plus original shows and films, but there are more coming and plenty to be excited about.
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Best iPhone 14 cases in 2024
By Karen S Freeman last updated
Updated These cases will be able to keep your iPhone 14 as fresh as the day you bought it.
![Apple Watch complications](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/X9ZjptACExaDgCi7qY9sCZ-320-80.jpeg)
Best Apple Watch games 2024
By Karen S Freeman last updated
The best Apple Watch games to play when you've got five minutes to spare.
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iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13: Which should you buy?
By Karen S Freeman, Nicolette Roux last updated
iPhone 14 has some impressive new features — should you buy it? Or should you stick with the less expensive, tried and true iPhone 13? Read on to find out if you should pick the iPhone 13 vs 14.
![Apple iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max colors Lineup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n6zCf7tKwtCdN4XFE4GiTm-320-80.jpg)
iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max colors: Which should you buy?
By Karen S Freeman last updated
Apple offers five color choices. Which of the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max colors is the right hue for you?
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Best third-party Apple Watch complications in 2024
By Karen S Freeman last updated
One of the coolest features of Apple Watch is custom third-party clock face complications. We've rounded up the best Apple Watch complications currently worth checking out.
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Best Reddit apps for iOS 2024
By Karen S Freeman, Christine Chan last updated
Looking for the best Reddit app iOS has to offer for browsing the "front page of the internet?" Here are our favorites!
![Apple Watch on wrist showing Apple Watch Do Not Disturb options](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Qn5Jose4NGKz37LbMSGoLT-320-80.jpg)
How to use Apple Watch Do Not Disturb with watchOS
By Karen S Freeman, Bryan M Wolfe last updated
Use Apple Watch Do Not Disturb to make sure your Apple Watch collects notifications without actually notifying you with these tips.
![Prehistoric Planet promo image - dinosaur swimming underwater, large font reading Prehistoric Planet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FwQRvoAFDKyRN893XoqRpE-320-80.jpeg)
Best Apple TV+ documentaries: Eight fascinating docs you just can't skip
By Karen S Freeman, Tom Goodwyn last updated
Apple TV Plus is full of great documentaries. We've rounded up the best of the best.
![Apple TV remote and iPhone with shortcuts](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PGjSsjdGRPU5oBZ9uFW4bm-320-80.jpg)
How to use Shortcuts & Siri to control your Apple TV
By Karen S Freeman, Matthew Cassinelli last updated
Using the Apple TV Remote app in Shortcuts to control the Apple TV – including from HomePod!
![Cash App by Square on an iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XWJPfXJRyn9ZsnrbUVmXx9-320-80.jpg)
How to use Apple Pay without a credit card
By Karen S Freeman last updated
Even if you don't want to use your current credit or debit card, you can still make use of Apple Pay, thanks to completely digital debit cards.
![Apple TV Plus film Tetris](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Y25URRTc35bh5acKduUVJK-320-80.jpg)
Is the Apple TV Plus Tetris movie true to life? Two things it gets wrong (and three things it gets right)
By Karen S Freeman published
How close was hit film Tetris to the real-life events that inspired it?
![AirPlay on screen of iPhone 14 Pro in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2MrdpByNNDEmykXGggaBFU-320-80.jpeg)
AirPlay not working? Here's the fix!
By Karen S Freeman last updated
AirPlay is a fantastic perk of the Apple ecosystem, but sometimes it can stop working. If you are having trouble with AirPlay, here are some important troubleshooting steps to try.
![Apple TV Plus show Shrinking](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZBo8ujqZhjCJa6MRCwqVyb-320-80.jpeg)
This Apple TV Plus show stars Harrison Ford and is amazing. So why is no one talking about it?
By Karen S Freeman published
Opinion If you love a comedy with heart and a thoughtful, serious side, you'll want to check out Shrinking.
![Free photo editing app Afterlight on iPhone 14 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bRyetX8HzzDzQ84Fy9eYsa-320-80.jpeg)
Best free photo editing apps in 2024
By Karen S Freeman published
You don't have to pay a dime to edit photos on your Apple device. These free photo editing apps go well beyond what your favorite devices offer.
![Ted Lasso ice cream in front of poster](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kyiHKH6JsGY6afd4YnYtLg-320-80.jpg)
Taste-testing the Ted Lasso ice cream: is it as sweet as Ted himself?
By Karen S Freeman published
I stood in a release-day line... for Ted Lasso "Biscuits with the Boss" ice cream. So was it worth the wait?
![Ted Lasso Biscuits with the Boss Ice Cream](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LMbqRBKskrmTfStCzjtKSG-320-80.jpeg)
Ted Lasso ice cream and five other weird Apple collaborations you forgot about
By Karen S Freeman published
Not every Apple collaboration has been as eagerly anticipated or well-received as the Jeni's x Ted Lasso ice cream flavor.
![Airpods 3 With Iphone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vvnx2frbwosgCZchXrd7nP-320-80.jpg)
AirPods 3: Features, price, and everything you need to know
By Karen S Freeman last updated
Here's everything you need to know about AirPods 3.
![MacBook Air 2022 lifestyle photos](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Qg49gjzuJtLwvK8gQMReSW-320-80.jpeg)
Best MacBook Air accessories 2024
By Karen S Freeman last updated
Accessorize your MacBook Air with these great cases and peripherals.
![Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE™ PRO Wireless Car Charger with MagSafe](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AnPvhmqmDhQcTGEDntJi7V-320-80.jpeg)
Belkin BoostCharge Pro Wireless Car Charger with MagSafe review: Power on the go
By Karen S Freeman published
It's sleek, powerful, and so simple to use, but is it everything you've been hoping for in a car charger?
![Apple Watch Series 6 on wrist with no notifications](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j3NcNUPvHPUKK5QUVhFPPZ-320-80.jpg)
How to turn off notifications on Apple Watch
By Bryan M Wolfe, Karen S Freeman last updated
Notifications on Apple Watch are useful until they are not. Here's the best ways to quiet notifications on your wearable device.
![Restoring Mac from backup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/szaTzTTnFfixwHixVXpeTo-320-80.jpg)
How to restore your Mac from a backup
By Bryan M Wolfe, Karen S Freeman last updated
If your Mac crashes and you lose it all, you can restore it back to its current state thanks to backups. Here's how to do so.