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

How to protect your garden from early frost this fall
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn to prepare your garden for the first frost with these plant hardiness and protection tips.

I just discovered what Android's new Gemini button can do in Chrome and it's a serious time-saver
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover how to use the new Gemini button in Chrome to instantly summarize pages, without leaving your browser.

I just discovered Siri has secret responses — 5 best easter eggs to try now
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Discover Siri's hidden easter eggs and secret responses that make your iPhone more fun to use.

Squeaky door driving you crazy? Here's the fix that actually works
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to fix a squeaky door with proper lubrication technique and two common products.

PC taking forever to boot? Here's how to speed it up
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to make your PC boot faster by adjusting a few overlooked settings that actually make a difference.

How to use Apple Watch hypertension alerts — the feature that detects what you can't feel
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to enable and use Apple Watch hypertension alerts on compatible models.

iMessage not working on iOS 26? This one setting fixes the Not Delivered error
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to fix iMessage activation issues on iOS 26 after setting up an eSIM.

How to get Perplexity Pro for free — 3 ways you can get a year at no cost
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn three ways to get Perplexity Pro free for one year through current promotions.

I just discovered this Netflix secret code and it's completely changed my Halloween watchlist
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to use Netflix's secret category codes to discover hidden content that's perfect for Halloween streaming.

Spotify's new mixing feature lets you DJ your own playlists — here's how it works
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to mix Spotify playlists with seamless transitions between tracks.

Your Windows 11 PC might be at risk from next month — here's how to stay protected
By Kaycee Hill published
Find out which Windows 11 versions are ending support and how to upgrade to for continued security updates.

I just discovered what’s really draining your iPhone battery — and it’s not what you think
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to uncover the hidden iPhone features that are secretly draining your battery and how to turn them off for good.

I just learned the best ways to keep roaches out of your kitchen — and they actually work
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to keep cockroaches out of your kitchen — 7 simple ways to stop them for good.

How to create amazing images in Google's Nano Banana — 3 essential tips
By Kaycee Hill published
Get the most out of Gemini's Nano Banana photo-editing tool with these three tips.

I finally figured out how to turn off Google's AI Overviews and search is actually useful again
By Kaycee Hill published
Sick of Google's AI overviews? Here's three easy workarounds to bring back traditional search results.

Can't justify the new Xbox Game Pass prices? Here's how to cancel your subscription
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to cancel Xbox Game Pass subscriptions from console or web browser.

Apple buried these 5 iPhone features in settings — and they're genuinely useful
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover hidden iPhone features that improve daily usability and add surprising capabilities.

5 Prime Day deals that will help you save money on your energy bill
By Kaycee Hill published
Here are the best Prime Day deals on smart plugs, thermostats, and more tech that will help you save on your energy bills.

October Prime Day beauty deals — here are the 15 products I'd buy with my own money
By Kaycee Hill published
Prime Day has thousands of beauty deals, but these the standouts

Dyson's hair styling lineup is on sale for October Prime Day — save up to $120 before midnight
By Kaycee Hill published
Whether you're after a took to smooth, curl, or dry, these October Prime Day deals deliver real value.

October Prime Day's best electric toothbrush deals end today — 9 worth buying now
By Kaycee Hill published
From standard brushes to more premium models, upgrade your oral care routine with these top picks in the Prime Day sale.

This compact walking pad just dropped to $104 for Prime Day — hit 10K steps from your desk
By Kaycee Hill published
DeerRun's quiet walking pad is $104 for Prime Day — a compact, space-saving way to hit your step count.

My go-to headphones just hit $220 off for October Prime Day — and they aren't from Beats, Bose, or Apple
By Kaycee Hill published
My go-to headphones just hit $220 off for October Prime Day — and they're better than big name brands.
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