Consumer tech writer who's spent over a decade covering Apple, ecosystems, and the trade-offs of vendor lock-in. Former editor at a gadget review site; now writes independently about making smarter choices.
Automation & Productivity
iOS & Apple Ecosystem
iOS Shortcuts Automation: What's Worth Building and What's Just a Party Trick
Kristen Hayes
July 7, 2026
Apple Ecosystem
iCloud Alternatives for Power Users Who Want Sync Without Apple's Rules
Kristen Hayes
April 8, 2026
Apple
iOS Shortcuts for Power Users: Where Apple's Automation Still Hits a Wall
Kristen Hayes
April 6, 2026
Gadgets & Consumer Tech
The Case for a Dedicated E-Reader When Tablets Do Everything
Kristen Hayes
March 7, 2026