--- title: FreedomPop Insights description: Welcome to the FreedomPop Blog with insights and offers you'll want to know about! image: https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/AdobeStock_651155783-2-1.jpeg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog#main-content) [![FreedomPop-Logo](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo@2x%20(2).png?width=642&height=103&name=FreedomPop-Logo@2x%20(2).png "FreedomPop-Logo")](https://www.freedompop.com/) - [PLANS](https://www.freedompop.com/plans) - [SHOP](https://www.freedompop.com/shop) - [ACTIVATE](https://www.freedompop.com/activate) - [COVERAGE](https://www.freedompop.com/coverage) - [MY ACCOUNT](https://www.freedompop.com/user/account) - [HELP](https://www.freedompop.com/contact-us) - [Contact](tel:18001234567) Category - [Category](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog) - [mobile tips](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile-tips) - [Cell phone hacks](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/cell-phone-hacks) - [Best iPhone Deals](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/best-iphone-deals) - [iPhone](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/iphone) - [partnership](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/partnership) - [#1 Cell Service for Seniors](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/1-cell-service-for-seniors) - [Android phone](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/android-phone) - [Customer Service](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/customer-service) - [Mobile](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile) - [cell phone service](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/cell-phone-service) - [holiday savings](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/holiday-savings) - [iPhone Features](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/iphone-features) - [iPhone deal](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/iphone-deal) - [smartphones](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/smartphones) Search [![Mobile Tip: Did You Know You Can Easily Scan Documents Using Your Smartphone’s Camera?](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/kelly-sikkema-LNlzd-Y7orw-unsplash.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=kelly-sikkema-LNlzd-Y7orw-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-did-you-know-you-can-easily-scan-documents-using-your-smartphones-camera) [mobile tips](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile-tips) ##### [Mobile Tip: Did You Know You Can Easily Scan Documents Using Your Smartphone’s Camera?](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-did-you-know-you-can-easily-scan-documents-using-your-smartphones-camera) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 7 January 2025 Gone are the days of searching for a bulky scanner or fax machine to handle your important documents. If you’ve got a smartphone, you’ve got everything you need to scan documents right at your fingertips. At [FreedomPop](https://wireless.freedompop.com/plans), we know that people love staying connected and making life easier with technology. That’s why we’re here to show you just how simple it is to scan documents with your smartphone’s... 3 minutes read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-did-you-know-you-can-easily-scan-documents-using-your-smartphones-camera) [![Mobile Tip: Change Your Emoji Skin Tone and Gender – It’s Easy!](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/count-chris-hQNFPZK8F80-unsplash.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=count-chris-hQNFPZK8F80-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-change-your-emoji-skin-tone-and-gender-its-easy) [mobile tips](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile-tips) ##### [Mobile Tip: Change Your Emoji Skin Tone and Gender – It’s Easy!](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-change-your-emoji-skin-tone-and-gender-its-easy) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 24 December 2024 Whether you’re texting your family, sharing photos, or sending a smiley face to brighten someone’s day, emojis are a fun way to express yourself. And here’s the good news: you can **change their skin tone and gender** so they match you perfectly. Not sure how? Don’t worry! FreedomPop is here to walk you through it, step by step. It’s simple, and you can do it in just a few taps. ### Why Customize Your... 2 minutes read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-change-your-emoji-skin-tone-and-gender-its-easy) [![Holiday Savings Are Here: Save $200 on the iPhone 16!](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/kari-shea-CqKNkmNNLnI-unsplash.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=kari-shea-CqKNkmNNLnI-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/holiday-savings-are-here-save-200-on-the-iphone-16) [Best iPhone Deals](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/best-iphone-deals), [holiday savings](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/holiday-savings) ##### [Holiday Savings Are Here: Save $200 on the iPhone 16!](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/holiday-savings-are-here-save-200-on-the-iphone-16) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 10 December 2024 The holidays are a time for joy, family, and giving—and FreedomPop is making it even better this year. We’re bringing you our biggest deal of the year to help you stay connected to your loved ones all year long: **Get $200 back on the brand-new iPhone 16**! This smartphone–or any other smartphone in our shop–can be yours with great savings. Plus, when you pair the phone with one of FreedomPop’s... 1 minute read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/holiday-savings-are-here-save-200-on-the-iphone-16) [![Mobile Tip: Your iPhone Can Help Prevent Falls!](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/philippe-leone-Y5VBtBgswLQ-unsplash.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=philippe-leone-Y5VBtBgswLQ-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-your-iphone-can-help-prevent-falls) [mobile tips](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile-tips) ##### [Mobile Tip: Your iPhone Can Help Prevent Falls!](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-your-iphone-can-help-prevent-falls) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 10 December 2024 The risk of falling can be scary, especially if you’re not sure what to do to keep yourself safe. You might be surprised to hear this, but your iPhone can help you stay steady! It comes with a feature called **Walking Steadiness**, and it’s part of the built-in Health app. This clever feature evaluates your risk of falling and gives tips to keep you safe. The Walking Steadiness feature uses sensors... 1 minute read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-your-iphone-can-help-prevent-falls) [![Mobile Tip: How to Switch Your Phone Between Light and Dark Backgrounds](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/sten-ritterfeld-psKil0FkS58-unsplash.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=sten-ritterfeld-psKil0FkS58-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-how-to-switch-your-phone-between-light-and-dark-backgrounds) [mobile tips](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile-tips) ##### [Mobile Tip: How to Switch Your Phone Between Light and Dark Backgrounds](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-how-to-switch-your-phone-between-light-and-dark-backgrounds) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 26 November 2024 Have you ever noticed your phone’s screen feels a little too bright at night or too dark during the day? Good news—there’s an easy way to adjust your phone to match your comfort. Whether you prefer light or dark backgrounds, switching between them is quick and simple! Here’s everything you need to know about this handy feature. ### **What’s the difference between light and dark modes?** Light mode shows... 2 minutes read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-how-to-switch-your-phone-between-light-and-dark-backgrounds) [![FreedomPop’s Black Friday Deals Will Save You Hundreds!](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/pexels-pixabay-247891.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=pexels-pixabay-247891.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/freedompops-black-friday-deals-will-save-you-hundreds-1) [Best iPhone Deals](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/best-iphone-deals) ##### [FreedomPop’s Black Friday Deals Will Save You Hundreds!](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/freedompops-black-friday-deals-will-save-you-hundreds-1) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 21 November 2024 Black Friday is here early, and FreedomPop is making it easier than ever to upgrade your smartphone without breaking the bank. From now through December 6, you can [**save up to $400**](http://freedompop.com/shop) on select iPhone models. Whether you’re looking to upgrade to the latest and greatest or want to get a reliable device for a loved one, these deals have something for everyone.   ### **Our biggest iPhone discounts of the year!** 1 minute read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/freedompops-black-friday-deals-will-save-you-hundreds-1) [![Mobile Tip: It’s Easy to Add a Foreign Language Keyboard to Your Phone!](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/freestocks-mw6Onwg4frY-unsplash.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=freestocks-mw6Onwg4frY-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-its-easy-to-add-a-foreign-language-keyboard-to-your-phone) [iPhone](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/iphone), [mobile tips](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile-tips), [Android phone](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/android-phone) ##### [Mobile Tip: It’s Easy to Add a Foreign Language Keyboard to Your Phone!](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-its-easy-to-add-a-foreign-language-keyboard-to-your-phone) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 12 November 2024 Did you know? It’s easy to set up a foreign language keyboard on your phone to type in any language you want! No matter what language you’re trying to write in—whether it's Spanish, French, Japanese, or something else—you can have all the characters you need right at your fingertips. ### **Why Add a Foreign Language Keyboard?** Adding a foreign language keyboard is a fantastic tool if: - You’re learning a... 2 minutes read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-its-easy-to-add-a-foreign-language-keyboard-to-your-phone) [![Mobile Tip: Your Smartphone Can Store Passwords for You!](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/yura-fresh-dk4en2rFOIE-unsplash.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=yura-fresh-dk4en2rFOIE-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-your-smartphone-can-store-passwords-for-you) [mobile tips](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile-tips) ##### [Mobile Tip: Your Smartphone Can Store Passwords for You!](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-your-smartphone-can-store-passwords-for-you) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 29 October 2024 It can be overwhelming to keep track of all your passwords. With so many online accounts—whether it's Facebook, your bank, a game app, or even your email—trying to remember each password feels like a full-time job. But did you know your smartphone can help? Your phone can securely store passwords for you, making it simple to use unique, secure passwords for every account! ### **Why can’t I just use the...** 3 minutes read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/mobile-tip-your-smartphone-can-store-passwords-for-you) [![Seniors + Smartphones = Better Connections, More Independence](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FreedomPop%20-%20Banners%20-%20Summer%202024%20-%20iPhone-1200x600-px-X%20Image%20Post.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=FreedomPop%20-%20Banners%20-%20Summer%202024%20-%20iPhone-1200x600-px-X%20Image%20Post.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/seniors-smartphones-better-connections-more-independence) [smartphones](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/smartphones), [iPhone deal](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/iphone-deal) ##### [Seniors + Smartphones = Better Connections, More Independence](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/seniors-smartphones-better-connections-more-independence) ![FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FreedomPop-Logo-02.png) [FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/freedompop) 13 August 2024 Switching to a smartphone is a smart choice! It might seem tricky if you're used to landlines or a simple flip phone, but smartphones are easier to use than you might think. With $200 off plus a free month of service on iPhone 15, 14, and 13 models, [now’s the perfect time to make the switch](https://freedompop.com/shop). #### The Internet in Your Pocket Smartphones aren’t just for calling and texting. You can also browse the... 2 minutes read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/seniors-smartphones-better-connections-more-independence) [![Reduce Your Risk of Falling With iPhone's Walking Steadiness Feature](https://blog.freedompop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20of%20seniors%20walking.jpg?width=400&upsize=true&name=Group%20of%20seniors%20walking.jpg)](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/assess-your-risk-of-falling-with-iphones-walking-steadiness-feature) [Mobile](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/mobile), [iPhone](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/iphone), [Cell phone hacks](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/cell-phone-hacks), [iPhone Features](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/tag/iphone-features) ##### [Reduce Your Risk of Falling With iPhone's Walking Steadiness Feature](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/assess-your-risk-of-falling-with-iphones-walking-steadiness-feature) ![Christa Negron | FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/hubfs/FP-Icon@3x.png) [Christa Negron | FreedomPop](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/author/christa-negron-freedompop) 14 May 2024 Are you worried about taking a tumble? If you're an iPhone user, there's a smart feature designed just for you.  Apple’s innovative [Walking Steadiness feature on the iPhone](https://support.apple.com/en-us/102504) helps assess your risk of falling, giving you peace of mind with every step you take. Introduced in iOS 15 and [available on models](http://freedompop.com/shop) from the iPhone 8 onwards, this feature is part of Apple's commitment to enhancing health... 8 minutes read [Read More](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/assess-your-risk-of-falling-with-iphones-walking-steadiness-feature) [1](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog) [2](https://blog.freedompop.com/blog/page/2) #### Make the Switch - [Wireless Plans](https://wireless.freedompop.com/plans) - [Transfer Your Number](https://help.freedompop.com/number-transfer) #### Get FreedomPop - [Activate Your Account](https://freedompop.com/activate) - [Configure Your Handset](https://freedompop.com/configure-handset) - [Coverage](https://freedompop.com/coverage) - [Refill your account](https://freedompop.com/refill) #### Join Us - [FreedomPop Business](https://freedompop.com/SMB) - [Become an Affiliate](https://freedompop.refersion.com/affiliate/registration) #### Explore - [Help Desk](https://help.freedompop.com/) - [Privacy Policy](https://privacy.freedompop.com/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Service](https://freedompop.com/terms_and_conditions) ---