- New!CR Money Minute: Better smart phone banking security?
CR Money Minute: Better smart phone banking security? Several major U.S. banks are beta-testing a new way to give you access to your mobile banking account, which could mark the beginning of…
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- New!Should I buy a new or used Subaru Forester?
Should I buy a new or used Subaru Forester? We just finished testing the redesigned 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium, and the overall test score for the popular small SUV shows it did not d…
- 1 hour ago, 23 May 13, 1:59pm -
- New!Risk of sudden death rises when infants sleep with parents
Risk of sudden death rises when infants sleep with parents Newborns who sleep in the same bed as their parents are five times more likely to die suddenly than those who sleep in a separate c…
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- New!Consumer Reports: Store Brands from Target and Walmart Top Latest Sunscreen Ratings
Consumer Reports: Store Brands from Target and Walmart Top Latest Sunscreen RatingsTests find some products don’t meet SPF claims; paying more for sunscreen may not buy more protection from harm…
- 5 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:59am -
- New!With consumer confidence up, will stock returns follow?
With consumer confidence up, will stock returns follow? Headed into the Memorial Day holiday, stocks, as measured by the Standard & Poor's 500 index, have returned more than 17 percent to in…
- 19 hours ago, 22 May 13, 8:29pm -
- New!Xbox One versus PlayStation 4: How the new consoles stack up so far
Xbox One versus PlayStation 4: How the new consoles stack up so far The next generation of video-game consoles is almost upon us. Since some details on the upcoming Sony PlayStation 4 and Mi…
- 20 hours ago, 22 May 13, 7:29pm -
- New!Video: Toyota Tacoma is a fine workhorse but lousy family vehicle
Video: Toyota Tacoma is a fine workhorse but lousy family vehicle Serving as an alternative to full-sized pickup trucks, the Toyota Tacoma is well suited to handling cargo hauling and fairly…
- 20 hours ago, 22 May 13, 6:59pm -
- New!Superhero car seat doesn't leap to the top of our ratings
Superhero car seat doesn't leap to the top of our ratings Even kids who usually squirm in their car seats might jump at the chance to sit in the lap of a superhero like Batman or such cartoo…
- 21 hours ago, 22 May 13, 6:29pm -
- New!Bought prescription eyeglasses online? Tell us your story
Bought prescription eyeglasses online? Tell us your story Lots of websites sell eyeglasses these days. Many offer substantial discounts compared with the likes of eyewear chains (LensCrafter…
- 21 hours ago, 22 May 13, 5:59pm -
- New!Two Troy-Bilt riding mowers drive to the top of our tests
Two Troy-Bilt riding mowers drive to the top of our tests The best you can hope for when shopping for a riding mower is a solidly built, top-performing machine that doesn't leave you feeling…
- 22 hours ago, 22 May 13, 4:59pm -
- New!We saved money buying car tires, and you can too
We saved money buying car tires, and you can too We typically buy tires in bulk for our tire test program, ordering upwards of almost 1,000 tires a year. To spot check our advice and current…
- 23 hours ago, 22 May 13, 3:59pm -
- Is the HP Officejet Pro the fastest inkjet printer ever?
Is the HP Officejet Pro the fastest inkjet printer ever? At this year's Consumer Electronics Show, I saw a prototype for one of HP's newest all-in-one printers, which HP claimed would be abl…
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 2:59pm -
- Guide to the best small SUVs
Guide to the best small SUVs Small SUVs are one of the hottest vehicle categories. Their good fuel economy, easy access, all-weather traction, and plenty of passenger and cargo space make th…
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 1:59pm -
- 7 great geeky gifts for grads
7 great geeky gifts for grads Know someone who's collecting a degree this year? All graduates deserve a reward for making it through school (and before they have to face the rather scary job…
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 12:59pm -
- Consumer Reports: Virgin America Flies To the Top of Latest Airline Ratings
Consumer Reports: Virgin America Flies To the Top of Latest Airline RatingsSpirit Airlines Lands at Bottom of the List with Poor Satisfaction Scores across the BoardYONKERS, NY — Virgin America…
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 9:59am -
- Why your parents' appliances cost more to run than yours do
Why your parents' appliances cost more to run than yours do If you're shopping for new appliances, you might hear the argument that energy-efficient models don't perform as well as their pow…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:29pm -
- Microsoft Xbox One: An 'all in one' entertainment system for TV, video, and of course, games
Microsoft Xbox One: An 'all in one' entertainment system for TV, video, and of course, games At an event today called, appropriately, Xbox Reveal, Microsoft announced the next generation of…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 8:29pm -
- Best new car deals on American cars for Memorial Day 2013
Best new car deals on American cars for Memorial Day 2013 While many families are hitting the road for the Memorial Day weekend, car shoppers can take advantage of the attractive sales being…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 7:59pm -
- First drive: Redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck impresses
First drive: Redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck impresses It may not look radically different on the outside, but the Chevrolet Silverado pickup has been completely redesigned…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 5:29pm -
- For $20 to $50 you can fix the gas grill you have now
For $20 to $50 you can fix the gas grill you have now Price isn't the best indicator of a gas grill's performance but cheap and flimsy parts, especially when they come with short warranties,…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 1:59pm -
- 5 good reasons to buy a full-size camcorder
5 good reasons to buy a full-size camcorder Lots of digital devices can capture video, including basic cameras, smart phones, and tablets. But when it comes to shooting important events, it'…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:59pm -
- New 2014 Subaru Forester is our top-scoring small SUV
New 2014 Subaru Forester is our top-scoring small SUV A new small SUV champion has been named: the 2014 Subaru Forester. This redesigned model earned an impressive road-test score of 88 poin…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 10:59am -
- Häagen-Dazs Tops ShopSmart’s Taste-Test of Vanilla Frozen Yogurts and Butter Pecan Ice Creams
Häagen-Dazs Tops ShopSmart’s Taste-Test of Vanilla Frozen Yogurts and Butter Pecan Ice CreamsPlus, runners-up that tasted almost as good and cost a fraction of the priceYONKERS, NY — Willing…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:59am -
- Should states lower the blood alcohol content levels for drunk driving?
Should states lower the blood alcohol content levels for drunk driving? The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently recommended that states reduce their blood alcohol content (B…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 5:59pm -
- Get an edge on summer lawn care with these five mowing tips
Get an edge on summer lawn care with these five mowing tips Even a top-performing walk-behind mower, lawn tractor, or rider won't make your lawn the belle of the block if your mowing is too…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 5:59pm -
- Tips to thwart burglars when you're away from home
Tips to thwart burglars when you're away from home With the long Memorial Day weekend here and summer-travel season coming, consider these two burglary tales from one family. Mom and Dad ret…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 4:59pm -
- Panasonic ZT60 plasma TVs make you pay dearly for state-of-the-art blacks and contrast
Panasonic ZT60 plasma TVs make you pay dearly for state-of-the-art blacks and contrast We recently wrote about Panasonic's new ZT60 plasma TVs (TC-P60ZT60 and TC-P65ZT60), which will be the…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 3:59pm -
- Don't be scammed into paying for a copy of your property deed
Don't be scammed into paying for a copy of your property deed If you're a homeowner, don't be bamboozled into paying big bucks for a copy of your property deed. Scammers have been sending so…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 2:59pm -
- Road-trip friendly cars that can go the distance
Road-trip friendly cars that can go the distance Memorial Day is fast approaching and that means millions of Americans will be hitting the road for a family trip. The roads will be crowded a…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 1:59pm -
- Samsung Galaxy S4 performance is top-notch
Samsung Galaxy S4 performance is top-notch The Samsung Galaxy S 4, one of the most advanced Android smart phones ever, is our new top-rated smart phone. The S4 delivered top-notch performan…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 12:59pm -
- Q&A: Should I buy an extended warranty for my water heater?
Q&A: Should I buy an extended warranty for my water heater? Q: My electric water heater had a six-year warranty and is now nine years old. A plumber told me to replace it before I have a pro…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 4:59pm -
- How do I know if my water filter is working?
How do I know if my water filter is working? Q. I have a water purifier in my fridge and one in my sink. Is there a way to verify that they're working? A.L., Columbus, Ga.A. It depends on…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 2:29pm -
- Mowers with premium engines run quieter and last longer
Mowers with premium engines run quieter and last longer At Consumer Reports, we strongly recommend that any walk-behind mower you buy have a premium engine. These engines, with their more ef…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 8:59pm -
- First ride: BMW C 600 Sport maxi-scooter has the brand's sporty flair
First ride: BMW C 600 Sport maxi-scooter has the brand's sporty flair With a brand forever linked with the "ultimate driving machine" tagline, you might not associate BMW with scooters. But…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 8:29pm -
- Samsung Galaxy Note 8 offers stellar performance
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 offers stellar performance The newest tablet in Samsung's lineup, the Galaxy Note 8 ($400) received top marks in our latest Ratings of 7- to 8-inch Wi-Fi tablets. It's…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 5:59pm -
- Benjamin Moore looks to history for its latest color collection
Benjamin Moore looks to history for its latest color collection If you're in the process of restoring a historic home—say an 18th century Dutch Colonial or a 19th century Queen Anne—you…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 5:29pm -
- Faster Wi-Fi finally makes its way onto computers
Faster Wi-Fi finally makes its way onto computers A laptop and desktop from Vizio—the Vizio CT15T-B1 Ultrabook and the Vizio CA24T-B0, respectively—are the first computers into our labs…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 4:59pm -
- HTC One and HTC First smart phones: Same maker, different results
HTC One and HTC First smart phones: Same maker, different results The HTC One and HTC First may share a manufacturer and an operating system, but the similarities end there. Each phone has a…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 4:29pm -
- Motorcycle buying tips for women
Motorcycle buying tips for women As the popularity of motorcycling continues to grow, more women are learning to get their motors running and head out on the highway. Industry experts say th…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 3:59pm -
- That feel-good credit score may still disappoint
That feel-good credit score may still disappoint If you ever failed to pay a bill that was subsequently sent to a collection agency, it can still hurt you even if you pay it off. That's beca…
- 7 days ago, 16 May 13, 9:59pm -