
Caroline Preece
Caroline is a freelance writer and product tester for Tom’s Guide, translating hands-on testing into clear reviews, buying advice, and how-tos. Previously a writer and smart home editor across Future titles including Livingetc, Homes & Gardens, and TechRadar, she brings 15 years’ experience covering consumer tech, appliances, and home gadgets. Her focus is real-world performance, usability, and value, with an eye for the details that matter in everyday life. Based in a cozy Suffolk apartment, Caroline tests products where they’re used most, at home, and helps readers cut through the noise to choose the right gear with confidence for their homes.
Latest articles by Caroline Preece

How to watch 'Celebrity Traitors' 2025 online from anywhere – Episode 3, and the first banishment
By Caroline Preece last updated
Claudia Winkleman hosts 'Celebrity Traitors', and this time, it's celebrities who will undertake missions, banish suspects, and compete for a prize.

How to watch 'Big Brother' U.K. 2025 online from anywhere — channels, start time, and free streaming options
By Caroline Preece last updated
After a breakout return on ITV, 'Big Brother' continues making headlines for 2025 — and you won’t need anything more than a free streaming account to tune in.

Which Aeropress should I buy? Here's everything you need to know
By Caroline Preece published
Choosing the right AeroPress for you depends on your budget and coffee preferences. Here's our guide to the complete lineup.

Jura vs De’Longhi: which bean-to-cup coffee maker should you buy?
By Caroline Preece published
Both Jura and De'Longhi are big name brands in the world of superautomatic coffee makers, but they offer very different pros and cons. Here's how to decide which is right for you.

How to watch 'Nine Bodies in a Mexican Morgue' online for free – from anywhere
By Caroline Preece published
Ten passports, nine bodies, one mystery. A group of plane crash survivors soon realizes a killer is among them

How to watch 'Ballerina' online from anywhere – cheapest way to stream the John Wick spinoff
By Caroline Preece published
Is it a revenge thriller? Neo-noir? An elegant action showcase? In the John Wick universe, it can be all of that at once.

How to watch 'Spartacus: House of Ashur' online – when is it coming out?
By Caroline Preece published
Set in the Spartacus universe, "Spartacus: House of Ashur" revisits the arenas and backrooms where power is won in blood and barter.

How to watch 'Law & Order' season 25 online from anywhere
By Caroline Preece published
"Law & Order" is back for its silver milestone. The original returns with more ripped-from-the-headlines cases and a refreshed ensemble as Season 25 premieres this fall on NBC

How to watch 'Law & Order: SVU' season 27 online – stream from anywhere (without missing a case)
By Caroline Preece published
"Law & Order: SVU" is back! Captain Olivia Benson returns for a landmark 27th season as the squad tackles hard cases, and a few familiar faces rejoin the fold

How to watch "Holding Liat" online — stream BBC documentary for free
By Caroline Preece published
"Holding Liat" joins the BBC’s acclaimed Storyville strand this autumn. Here’s how to watch it wherever you are.

From Dyson to Ninja, why do so many products now come with giant plugs?
By Caroline Preece published
I spoke to electrical experts to find out.

Samsung's smart fridge will start showing ads — and you can't disable them
By Caroline Preece published
Samsung has announced it will start trialing personalized adverts on its Family Hub refrigerator's built-in display.

Top 5 robot vacuums of IFA 2025: the biggest swings in autonomous cleaning
By Caroline Preece published
The future of robot vacuums are here. Meet the movers and shakers of IFA 2025.

Narwal's new robot vacuum can deep clean and get under your furniture thanks to its low-profile design
By Caroline Preece published
Narwal Flow may be a low-profile robot mop-vac but it's built for deep cleaning — debuting at IFA 2025.

Hisense leans into AI at IFA 2025 — and its smart air conditioner is the one to watch
By Caroline Preece published
Hisense delivers practical AI where you need it — making AC smarter in the home.

3i debuts at IFA 2025 with impressive ultra-compact robot vacuums and world-first designs
By Caroline Preece published
3i debuts its range of ultra-compact robot vacuums that promises to be small yet mighty.

Samsung brings extractor induction hob and smarter dishwasher to IFA 2025 — here’s why it matters for modern kitchens
By Caroline Preece published
Samsung takes induction cooking and dishwashers to another level at IFA 2025 — here’s why.

Roborock’s brand new Qrevo Curv 2 Pro is the robot vacuum to watch — here’s why
By Caroline Preece published
Roborock’s Qrevo Curv 2 Pro debuts at IFA 2025 with 25,000Pa suction, retractable LiDAR and smart carpet lift.

How to clean your Roomba for peak performance — 5 easy steps
By Caroline Preece published
Learn to clean your Roomba efficiently by removing debris, unclogging brushes, emptying the bin, and maintaining sensors for peak performance.

Don’t let your Roomba overflow — here's how to empty it
By Caroline Preece published
Learn to clean your Roomba efficiently by removing debris, unclogging brushes, emptying the bin, and maintaining sensors for peak performance.

7 Ring video doorbell tips everyone needs to know
By Caroline Preece last updated
Ring Doorbells offer convenience and security. Follow these seven tips to optimize features, enhance safety, and get the most from your smart doorbell.

How to set up and stream with your Google TV device — 7 easy steps
By Caroline Preece published
Learn how to set up your Google TV device, stream content effortlessly, and optimize your home entertainment experience with this step-by-step guide.

I’ve been using my Google Nest smart speaker for years — 7 tips to get the most out of Google Assistant in your home
By Caroline Preece published
Seven simple tips to get more from your Google Nest devices and improve your smart home
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