Kaycee is Tom's Guide's How-To Editor, known for tutorials that skip the fluff and get straight to what works. She writes across AI, homes, phones, and everything in between — because life doesn't stick to categories and neither should good advice. With years of experience in tech and content creation, she's built her reputation on turning complicated subjects into straightforward solutions. Kaycee is also an award-winning poet and co-editor at Fox and Star Books. Her debut collection is published by Bloodaxe, with a second book in the works.
Latest articles by Kaycee Hill

Your phone battery is dying faster than it should — here's how to fix it
By Kaycee Hill published
Here's how to maximize your phone battery's lifespan using five proven techniques.

Loop earplugs actually work — here's how to choose and use them properly
By Kaycee Hill published
Are Loop earplugs worth it? Here's how they work and how to pick the right pair.

How to water your garden less — 8 expert tips that save money and help your plants
By Kaycee Hill published
Expert tips for reducing water usage in your garden while keeping plants healthy and saving money on bills.

Turn Google Drive into your ultimate backup solution — 5 easy steps
By Kaycee Hill published
How to use Google Drive's backup features to store any file type and access content from anywhere.

Kitchen Sink Smell Bad? Try This 3-Step Hack to Fix It Instantly
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Naturally clean your kitchen sink in three simple steps using just baking soda, vinegar, and hot water.

5 must-try iOS 26 features for your iPhone — and how to use them
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to set up and use these five iOS 26 features worth adding to your daily routine.

How to rat-proof your yard — 5 expert tips to keep rodents away
By Kaycee Hill published
Expert tips for preventing rats from entering your garden using natural deterrents, maintenance strategies, and structural improvements.

I just put Gemini's Veo 3 AI video generator to the test — 3 prompts that worked brilliantly (and 2 that flopped)
By Kaycee Hill published
Three prompts pushed Gemini’s Veo 3 to impressive heights, while two showed its limits — here’s how it really performed.

Your Hisense TV isn’t showing sports at its best — here’s 7 ways to fix it
By Kaycee Hill published
Optimize your Hisense TV for sports with AI Sports Mode, motion settings, color adjustments and audio enhancements.

Google's new feature lets you customize search to show sites you trust — how to use preferred sources
By Kaycee Hill published
You can now tell Google to show search results from sites you trust. Here's how to set it up.

This DIY wasp trap costs nothing and actually works — here's how to make one
By Kaycee Hill published
Here's how to make a cheap DIY wasp trap with nothing more than a soda bottle.

How to track your kids screen time — and the best tools to do it
By Kaycee Hill published
Some screen time is okay but too much can be really detrimental. Here's how to track and limit your children's screen time before it gets out of hand.

Perseids meteor shower peaks tonight — here's how to spot hundreds of shooting stars
By Kaycee Hill published
Catch the Perseids meteor shower tonight, with tips to make the most of your view and gear that can take it even further.

I’ve been testing ChatGPT-5 — and these 3 features are absolutely brilliant
By Kaycee Hill published
ChatGPT-5 introduces customizable chat colors, preset personalities, and Gmail integration.

iOS 26 lets you create polls in iMessage — here's how to create your own
By Kaycee Hill published
iOS 26's built-in polling feature is a game-changer for iMessage. Here's how you can create your own poll.

Shower not draining? Fix it fast with this cheap household hack
By Kaycee Hill published
Here's how to unclog your shower drain without calling a plumber

Google blocked uBlock Origin in Chrome — here's how to get ad-free browsing back
By Kaycee Hill published
Enable uBlock Origin in Chrome by accessing Chrome flags, enabling legacy extension support, and downloading the extension manually.

Your iPhone's missing volume bar is back — here's how to enable it
By Kaycee Hill published
Enable the volume bar on your iPhone lock screen through settings for precise audio control without unlocking.

The best workouts for extroverts — here's how to choose the right workout for your personality, according to science
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Match your workout style to your personality for a routine that feels natural, enjoyable and far easier to stick with long term.

5 tips to give your Android phone a serious speed boost
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Speed up your Android by deleting unused apps, clearing storage, optimizing settings, customizing your home screen, and checking privacy permissions.

iOS 26 Liquid Glass icons — how to get the stunning new look on your iPhone
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Transform your iPhone's appearance with iOS 26's new transparent icon design using simple homescreen customization settings.

The secret to a great-smelling home — 5 easy tips you're probably not doing
By Kaycee Hill published
Tired of musty odors in your home? These 5 tips will make every room in your home smell incredible.

I tried Gmail's amazing new tool — and it makes cleaning up your inbox super easy
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Use Gmail's new subscription management tool to view all recurring senders and unsubscribe from unwanted emails easily.
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