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    • Automakers roll out cars, price breaks

      Jan. 15, 2018—Automakers rolled out a bevy of updated models at the North American International Auto Show, as always.

    • Honda to try again with revamped Insight

      Jan. 11, 2018—Perhaps the third time will be the charm for Honda Motor’s dedicated hybrid.

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      Today’s marketplace features microwaves that deliver connectivity and can be placed somewhere besides on your countertop.

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      Corded and cordless performance gaps narrowed.

    • Juiced! Best Buys in Juicers & Juice Extractors

      No scientific evidence proves manufacturer's claims that extracted juices are better for you than is eating whole fruits and vegetables.

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    • Nest unveils new, lower priced thermostat

      Aug. 31, 2017—Nest Labs is taking aim at a wider audience with its first new smart thermostat in 6 years.

    • Samsung shows off double laundry pair

      Jan. 5, 2017—Two washers, two dryers, one laundry pair. Huh?

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    • TV Buyers Guide: Brighter Images on Display

      Manufacturers introduced two technologies that produce a wider range of brightness and color than ever before.

    • TV Mounts & Stands: Flex Appeal

      The hot new trend is mounts that tilt in all directions and move up and down, while costing consumers less than ever before.

    • Comparing Cellphone-Service Providers: Secrets They Don’t Want You to Know

      Cellphone-service providers dangled a familiar term to describe their 2017 data plans. Consumers should proceed with caution.

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    • CES 2018: More is more

      Jan. 10, 2018—After covering the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) for at least a decade, we’ve become a bit jaded with regard to the news that’s generated at the event.

    • Apple offers reduced price on iPhone battery

      Jan. 2, 2018—After a wave of criticism that included accusations of forcing customers to upgrade their cellphones, Apple lowered the price of replacement batteries on most of its iPhone models.

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      Consumers soon might see a Wi-Fi standard.

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      Gas fireplaces are more expensive than they were before because of the now-required safety barriers that prevent injury.

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      More storage options exist than ever before, so consumers can get even the most difficult items out of the way.

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      Oct. 25, 2017—If you’re concerned that “porch pirates” will steal delivered packages from your doorstep, Amazon.com has a solution—let its couriers enter your home to deliver the packages while you’re away.

    • Craftsman brand sold to Stanley Black & Decker

      Jan. 5, 2017—Typically, to buy a Craftsman product, you have to go to a Sears store. Soon, you’ll be able to buy Craftsman-branded products anywhere.

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    • Wake-Up Call: The Real Dangers of Sleeping Pills

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    • Home-Fitness Equipment: Exercising Good Judgment

      Manufacturers add connectivity options to their products.

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    • FDA approves pill that tracks its ingestion

      Nov. 14, 2017—Food and Drug Administration approved the first medication that tracks whether you took it.

    • Experts: ACA changes to hurt consumers in 2018

      Oct. 17, 2017—Consumers will be hurt by the Trump administration’s moves to change the Affordable Care Act (ACA), experts tell us. The only questions are by how much and whether that will change in the years ahead.

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      We evaluated 252 total models to identify 12 Best Buys.

    • The Expansion of Versatile Bikes: Plus—Expert Picks in Road, Mountain, Hybrid & Comfort Models

      New adventure bikes have extra-wide tires.

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    • American said to cut legroom further

      May 3, 2017—To our complete lack of surprise, airlines continue to stick it to consumers—even as Congress threatens to act if airlines don’t improve their customer service.

    • United to restrict carry-on luggage

      Nov. 17, 2016—Further evidence that no matter how bad that it gets when it comes to air travel, it always could get worse comes to us through United Airlines’ announcement of a reduced-fare class that comes with restrictions attached—the biggest being a limit on the size of carry-on luggage.

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    • Winning Strategies for Retirement Abroad

      Several factors might curtail the financial benefits that retiring abroad can provide.

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    • Report: Lack of funeral-home pricing online costs consumers

      March 6, 2017—We don’t doubt that a lack of online pricing information by funeral homes hurts consumers. Now we know just how much that it does.

    • FTC banishes Eukanuba claim to the doghouse

      Aug. 4, 2016—Mars Petcare, which makes Eukanuba brand dog food, has agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges of false advertising.

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      A new gas grill lets you use a mobile app to control mechanical gas valves. Also, digital grill thermometers are extended.

    • Swing Shift: Backyard Playsets Evolve

       You’ll want more space and you’ll spend more money to add horizontal climbing bars to your playset.

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      April 12, 2017—It’s a debut that’s nearly 5 years in the making.

    • Craftsman brand sold to Stanley Black & Decker

      Jan. 5, 2017—Typically, to buy a Craftsman product, you have to go to a Sears store. Soon, you’ll be able to buy Craftsman-branded products anywhere.

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      Sept. 8, 2017—After it revealed that a major breach of its records took place, credit bureau Equifax is offering to help you to protect yourself from the potential of identification theft.

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