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 cooking appliances. 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. She also manages a number of gift guides on the site.
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 300,000 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
I just drove 100 miles in the Ford Mach-E GT — Tesla Model Y has some serious competition
By Kate Kozuch published
The Ford Mach-E GT has a handful of upgrades that make it a fun EV to drive. Here's what happened when I took it for a test ride, plus how it compares to the Tesla Model Y.
LEGO's first-ever The Legend of Zelda set is a towering 2,500-piece homage to two iconic games — how to preorder
By Kate Kozuch published
The first The Legend of Zelda LEGO set was just announced in partnership with Nintendo. It will bring the Great Deku Tree to life with two build options inspired by iconic Zelda games.
Beat's $200 headphones are better than the Sony WH-1000XM5 in these 3 ways
By Kate Kozuch published
Here are the 3 biggest reasons I'd buy the Beats Solo 4 over the Sony WH-1000XM5.
Samsung The Frame TV (2024) review
By Kate Kozuch published
Samsung The Frame TV 2024 is a beautiful TV for displaying artwork with a dynamic refresh rate, even if it’s not the best TV performance-wise you can get for the price.
Wear OS 5 revealed with big battery life improvements and better running data for your Android smartwatch
By Kate Kozuch published
Google just announced Wear OS 5 for developers, bringing battery life improvements, more running data and other upgrades to Android watches.
I just played Pictionary with Google’s Project Astra — and now I understand the Gemini 1.5 hype
By Kate Kozuch published
Here's what happened when I demoed Google’s Project Astra at Google I/O 2024.
Google's AI smart glasses are the most exciting thing I saw at I/O — here's what you need to know
By Kate Kozuch published
Google teased a pair of AI smart glasses alongside Project Astra, and it could be Google's most exciting product in years.
Tech takedown: Is the Motorola Razr+ a better foldable than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5?
By Kate Kozuch published
Our editors pit the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Motorola Razr+ against each other in our latest episode of Tech Takedown.
I ditched my iPhone 15 Pro Max for a retro refurbished instant camera, and it’s now one of my favorite gadgets ever
By Kate Kozuch published
I used the Polaroid SX-70, refurbished by Retrospekt, to take photos I would otherwise capture with my iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Apple Vision Pro was made for Star Wars fans — and you can't convince me it's not worth $3,500
By Kate Kozuch published
Apple Vision Pro offers a one-of-a-kind experience for Star Wars fans for watching the the franchises movies and shows in virtual reality.
Best dating apps for 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Check out the best dating apps for finding new friends, hook-ups and romantic partners, whether you're looking for a long-term relationship or just a quick fling.
LEGO Star Wars Day live now — free gifts with purchase, Insider savings and more
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Here are the best LEGO Star Wars Day deals you can get now, including new sets, free gifts with purchase and exclusive Insider savings for Star Wars Day.
Beats Solo 4 just launched for $199 — 4 reasons to buy and 2 to skip
By Kate Kozuch published
Here are reasons to buy and reasons to skip the Beats Solo 4 based on what you can expect from our testing.
Beats Solo 4 review: A solid improvement
By Kate Kozuch published
The Solo 4 boast some big upgrades over the previous generation.
I tried the new Sprite Chill that tastes colder as you drink it, and it’s surprisingly awesome
By Kate Kozuch published
Here's what happened when I tried Sprite Chill, the new soda innovation that's supposed to taste colder the more you drink it.
Ooni Volt 12 pizza oven review
By Kate Kozuch published
Hot homemade pizza, even when it’s cold outside
Smartwatch buying guide 2024: Everything you need to know
By Kate Kozuch, Dan Bracaglia last updated
From the Apple Watch to Fitbit, this smartwatch buying guide can help you find one that’s compatible with your smartphone and your needs.
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses just got a ton of upgrades, including new AI features and video calling
By Kate Kozuch published
Meta just announced a handful of upgrades for the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, including new designs, video calling abilities, and availability of Meta AI features in beta for all users.
I just experienced Apple AirPlay in a hotel room for the first time — and all hotels need it ASAP
By Kate Kozuch published
Here's what using Apple AirPlay is like hotel rooms, specifically hotel rooms in one of the 60+ IHG properties that now support Apple's casting tech.
Sony TVs have a secret weapon to beat Samsung and LG this year — and I just saw it up-close
By Kate Kozuch published
The Sony Bravia 9's new Mini-LED panel offers many more local dimming zones and up to 4,000 nits peak brightness.
Sony Bravia 8 OLED TV hands-on — this looks impressive
By Kate Kozuch published
Not yet ratedThe Sony Bravia 8 is Sony's premium 4K OLED TV for 2024. Here are our first impressions after going hands-on with the new set.
I ditched my AirPods Pro for the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds — here's what happened
By Kate Kozuch published
Here's what happened when I swapped out my AirPods Pro for the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.
The best Google Home commands in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
The best Google Home commands that help you with everything from ordering coffee to turning on your TV.
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