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Big Screen Audio
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Last Updated: 10:41 AM 01/29/10 - Sales of flat-screen TVs took off over the holidays. But the sound on that great-looking TV you bought probably doesn't match the picture in quality. Consumer Reports has some easy - and not so expensive - solutions for upgrading your TV's sound system. (Full Story) |
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Windows 7 Laptops
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Last Updated: 10:38 AM 01/29/10 - If you're in the market for a new laptop, Consumer Reports says now is the perfect time to buy. Windows 7 is now standard operating procedure. (Full Story) |
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Lawmaker Concerned About Toyota Recall
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Last Updated: 8:42 AM 01/27/10 - A House Democrat is expressing concern about a massive Toyota recall that has led the automaker to stop manufacturing and selling vehicles linked to problems with gas pedals. (Full Story) |
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Fingertip Amputations Prompt Graco Stroller Recall
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Last Updated: 8:39 AM 01/20/10 - Graco is recalling 1.5 million strollers after some children had their fingertips amputated. (Full Story) |
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At least 600,000 Cribs Recalled After Child Death
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Last Updated: 2:38 PM 01/19/10 - The death of a six-month old child has prompted the recall of about 635,000 cribs sold by Kmart, Sears, Wal-Mart and other stores. (Full Story) |
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24,000 Vehicles Recalled
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Last Updated: 4:55 PM 01/18/10 - Some 24,000 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles are being recalled to repair a defective part that could cause sudden and unexpected brake failure. (Full Story) |
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Energy Star Problems Persist
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Last Updated: 5:07 PM 01/15/10 - If you want that new appliance to be an energy saver, it may be tough to get what you want... especially if you're looking for a refrigerator. Consumer Reports' tests show there are ongoing problems with the Energy Star program. (Full Story) |
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Sudden Car Acceleration Safeguards
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Last Updated: 5:05 PM 01/15/10 - Toyota recently recalled almost four million vehicles because of a possible problem with unintended acceleration. Consumer Reports just completed an in-depth analysis of government data. It found Toyota isn't the only manufacturer with complaints. (Full Story) |
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Tylenol Recall Expanded
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Last Updated: 10:40 PM 01/15/10 - A Tylenol recall is expanding after a moldy smell made some users sick. (Full Story) |
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Puffed Up Products
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Last Updated: 8:23 AM 12/23/09 - You may have experienced the frustration of puffed up products... opening a big box of cereal or chips only to find... it's half empty. Many manufacturers defend the practice, saying it's necessary. But Consumer Reports says people don't like buying items that aren't filled to the top. (Full Story) |
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Money-Saving Prepaid Plans
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Last Updated: 8:21 AM 12/23/09 - When it comes to cell service... Consumer Reports says its' readers' top complaint is how much it costs. Prepaid plans are hands down cheaper for many people. But which plan is best? (Full Story) |
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Unsafe Chicken
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Last Updated: 8:19 AM 12/23/09 - Food-borne illnesses from chicken and other sources kill about 500 Americans a year and sicken more than 3-million. Consumer Reports just tested chicken for disease-causing bacteria and the results are troubling. (Full Story) |
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Cheap Camcorders for Youtube Videos
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Last Updated: 8:15 AM 12/23/09 - Youtube makes it easy for people to put up their videos on the web. In fact, 20 hours of video are uploaded every minute to the site. Consumer Reports has the scoop on these mini moviemakers. (Full Story) |
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Large Recall For Shelled Hazelnuts
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Last Updated: 5:17 PM 12/18/09 - The state health department is warning everyone there is a large recall out for shelled hazelnuts. (Full Story) |
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Women's Drugstore Products Cost More than Men's
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Last Updated: 2:03 PM 12/16/09 - Next time you go to the drugstore, check out the difference between his and her products... especially the price. Consumer Reports says it's a big discrepancy. (Full Story) |
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