Kate Kozuch
Kate Kozuch is a managing editor of social and video at Tom's Guide. She also reviews smartwatches, covers TVs, tests the latest audio products and dabbles in fitness accessories. Of course, that's not when she's working on building the ultimate DIY smart home. She has conducted over 100 different product reviews across these categories, turning her findings into buying guides and face-offs.
Kate has a strong on-camera presence as well. She has appeared on Cheddar and Fox 5 NY to talk trending tech news. She is also regularly featured on the Tom's Guide YouTube channel, runs the Tom's Guide TikTok account with over 250,000 followers, and features all the tech she's testing on her Instagram. When she’s not filming tech videos, you can find her taking up a new sport, mastering the NYT Crossword or channeling her inner celebrity chef. Speaking of, be sure to ask her about the time Guy Fieri made her a margarita at CES, or when her video of Martha Stewart drinking a margarita went mega-viral. Clearly, Kate has a thing for culinary icons and margaritas.
Kate joined Tom's Guide as an intern in 2019, then transitioned to staff writer, then to senior writer, then to editor before becoming managing editor in 2023. She graduated from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University with a degree in magazine journalism and minor in information technology. There, she was editor-in-chief of the leading campus magazine, managing both digital and print teams. She's been blogging ever since she got her first iMac.
Latest articles by Kate Kozuch
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Apple Watch 10: All the rumors so far
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Here's what we know about the Apple Watch 10 or Apple Watch X, from rumored new features to what we expect in terms of price and release date.
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I’ve traveled over 100,000 miles with this carry-on — and it’s the best suitcase I’ve ever tested
By Kate Kozuch published
I've traveling 100,000 miles over 5 years with the Away Bigger Carry-On suitcase. Here's how it's held up.
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87+ best summer gear and gadgets for 2024 — essentials for backyard, beach, and more
By Kate Kozuch published
Make the most of summer with these products
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The 65 best tech gifts and gadgets for everyone on your list
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Here are the best tech gifts for 2024 from our team of experts. We've included products for every budget and every kind of person you have your list.
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Why is my AirTag beeping? What each chime means
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Is your AirTag beeping? Here are the different reasons an AirTag is chirping or making other sounds.
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Forget Apple Watch X — 3 reasons I'm excited for Apple Watch Ultra 3
By Kate Kozuch published
Here are the biggest reasons why I'm excited for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to launch later this year.
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The best cheap smart home devices in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
The best cheap smart home devices will raise your home’s IQ without breaking the bank.
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Motorola's new $29 key finder has two major advantages Apple AirTags can't beat
By Kate Kozuch published
The Moto Tag key finder for Motorola phones was just revealed for $29, with a release date of August 2.
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Tech takedown: Google Pixel Buds Pro vs. AirPods Pro 2
By Kate Kozuch published
Our editors pit the Google Pixel Buds Pro and AirPods Pro 2 against each other in our latest episode of Tech Takedown.
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More kids than ever have their sights set on space — here's how LEGO is inspiring astronauts of the future
By Kate Kozuch published
A LEGO designer tells us what makes these space-themed sets special
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7 underrated HomeKit features you need to know
By Kate Kozuch published
These are the best HomeKit features every user should try in their smart home if they haven't already.
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Apple Watch users can earn a limited edition badge today only — here's how
By Kate Kozuch published
Apple Watch users can earn the limited-edition International Day of Yoga 2024 badge when they complete a yoga workout of 10 minutes or more.
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Apple AirPods Max 2: Everything we know so far
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Here are AirPods Max 2 rumors we've heard so far, plus the top features we want to see from the second-gen Apple AirPods Max.
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I tested the $79 Beats Solo Buds — biggest pros and cons
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Not yet ratedThe Beats Solo Buds are basic, budget-friendly earbuds that look promising based on first impressions; however, you'll want to be conscious of the trade-offs.
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Apple Watch 10 could introduce the biggest design change in years — here's what we know
By Kate Kozuch published
The Apple Watch 10 design could feature larger display sizes and a thinner frame than before, according to a new report.
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This $34 LEGO set is perfect for celebrating Inside Out 2's release — and it's super interactive
By Kate Kozuch published
The LEGO Disney Inside Out 2 Mood Cubes set is the perfect set for celebrating the film's theatrical release.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch FE unveiled for $199 — release date, specs and more
By Kate Kozuch published
Here's what you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy Watch FE, the $199 Wear OS smartwatch arriving on June 24.
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watchOS 11 — 5 awesome Apple Watch features that weren't mentioned at WWDC
By Kate Kozuch published
Here are the biggest new Apple Watch features coming in watchOS 11 that didn't get mentioned in the WWDC 2024 keynote.
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watchOS 11 compatibility — Apple just killed support for 3 watches
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Wondering if your Apple Watch is compatible with watchOS 11? Here's what you need to know, plus details on which watches are losing support.
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I replaced my Samsung QLED TV from 2020 with the Hisense U8N Mini-LED TV— 3 reasons it was worth it
By Kate Kozuch published
Here's what happened when I replaced my Samsung QLED TV with the Hisense U8N Mini-LED TV.
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Best Apple Watch bands in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
These are the best Apple Watch bands, including sport bands, leather bands, stainless-steel bands and more of the top designs we tested.
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The Apple Watch pride band for 2024 is my favorite yet — here's what makes it special
By Kate Kozuch published
Apple's 2024 Pride Edition band for Apple Watch is here, transforming the Braided Solo Loop with vibrant colors.
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Lululemon's ShowZero material can prevent visible sweat marks, but how does it actually work?
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Here's what you need to know about the Lululemon ShowZero golf polo and its sweat-wicking technology.