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

Never miss a Prime Day deal — how to set up notifications on your Alexa device
By Kaycee Hill published
Prime Day deals sell out fast, but Alexa can notify you instantly when your wishlist items go on sale.

Prime Day 2025 is coming — these 5 steps guarantee better deals
By Kaycee Hill published
With Prime Day fast approaching, here's 5 preparation steps you shouldn't miss if you want the best deals.

I used these 5 ChatGPT prompts to uncover early Prime Day deals before everyone else
By Kaycee Hill published
5 strategic ChatGPT prompts that help find better Prime Day deals by focusing searches, comparing products, and identifying genuine discounts.

5 reasons I still love my Xbox — even if the hardware is 'dead'
By Kaycee Hill published
Microsoft’s console still deserves your love in 2025. Here's why the Xbox is as relevant as ever.

Is your dog prepared for the heatwave? 7 life-saving tips every owner needs
By Kaycee Hill published
7 tips for keeping dogs cool during a heatwave, including warning signs, prevention methods, and emergency cooling techniques.

Amazon is hiding the best Prime Day deals behind invitations — here's how to sign up
By Kaycee Hill published
Prime Day’s secret deals are back — here’s how to get invited and get the best deals around.

How to properly clean your ceiling — and why you should never mop it
By Kaycee Hill published
TikTok's latest cleaning trend could damage your home, here's what to do instead

I just found out my Ninja air fryer has this hidden feature — and my mind is blown
By Kaycee Hill published
You’re might not be using your Ninja air fryer to its full potential. Here’s the hidden feature I just discovered.

I've tried all the leading AI chatbots — here's why I keep going back to Claude
By Kaycee Hill published
After testing multiple AI assistants, here's what sets Claude apart from the competition.

I do this every week to extend the life of my kitchen appliances — here's why you should too
By Kaycee Hill last updated
How to make your kitchen appliances last longer (and save money in the long run)

The best electric toothbrush I’ve ever used isn’t Oral-B or Philips — it’s the silicone-based Foreo Issa 3
By Kaycee Hill last updated
After trying multiple electric toothbrushes, I discovered the Foreo Issa 3's silicone bristles actually deliver superior cleaning compared to traditional models.

I asked AI to predict 2026 — here's the boldest forecasts from ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude
By Kaycee Hill published
The results were wildly different

Want more butterflies? 7 tips for attracting them to your yard
By Kaycee Hill published
Turn your yard into a butterfly haven with simple tips on flowers, feeders, and creating the right environment for these vital pollinators.

There’s a Netflix hack everyone should know — and it unlocks the full library
By Kaycee Hill published
I had no idea these hidden Netflix categories existed. Here's how to unlock thousands of extra shows and movies.

Speed up your smart TV — here's how to clear cache on Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku and more
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Smart TV running slowly? Clear accumulated cache data on Samsung, LG, Sony, and Roku models to restore optimal performance instantly.

7 easy ways to keep birds cool this summer — your backyard visitors will thank you
By Kaycee Hill published
Help birds survive summer heatwaves with these simple backyard changes.

I got the Switch 2 and the hardware is incredible — but Nintendo's launch game lineup leaves me with one glaring problem
By Kaycee Hill published
Nintendo Switch 2 delivers impressive hardware upgrades and performance improvements, but launch lineup feels disappointingly conservative for longtime fans.

This DIY air cooler cost me nothing — and it actually worked in a heatwave
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Heat got you down? A frozen water bottle, damp cloth, and fan create an effective DIY air cooler that provides real relief.

Want to share games on Nintendo Switch 2? Here's how
By Kaycee Hill published
Switch 2 GameShare lets console owners stream multiplayer games locally to friends without requiring everyone to own the same games.

How to make compost at home in 7 easy steps
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to make your own compost at home, the easy way

iOS 18.5 has landed — 5 ‘minor’ features that are actually huge
By Kaycee Hill published
iOS 18.5 brings quiet but powerful updates, adding smarter controls for Mail, battery, Back Tap, Screen Time, and personalization.

Keep your wet and dry vacuum running like new with these 7 easy steps
By Kaycee Hill published
Keep your wet and dry vacuum running like new, to maintain your investment from years to come.

Get more from your Apple Watch — 5 hidden Control Center features worth knowing
By Kaycee Hill published
These Apple Watch Control Center features unlock advanced options through press-and-hold gestures, and are well worth knowing.
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