Updated: 3:33 PM Take-home ice cream sales account for nearly 70% of all the ice cream sold in the U.S. That means many of us could use a great ice cream scoop! Consumer Reports ShopSmart just checked out ice cream scoops designed to make getting a bowl of your favorite ice cream a little easier.
Updated: 3:32 PM Right now we are in the peak of moving season. In fact, more people move in June than any other month. But Consumer Reports says be careful. The Better Business Bureau received more than 8,000 moving company complaints last year. But there are ways to avoid getting ripped off.
Updated: 2:13 PM Your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your financial life, and Americans spend millions of dollars a year to find out theirs. But Consumer Reports says the score you get is not necessarily the one lenders use. That can be a nasty surprise when you apply for credit.
Posted: 8:11 AM If you drive a Ford, you'll want to see this list of recalled vehicles. The fuel tanks can leak and catch fire.
Updated: 1:57 PM New tests by Consumer Reports reveals the top lawn mowers. More than 45 were tested.
Posted: 1:32 PM When you shop for sunscreen, you probably check the SPF, but Consumer Reports' latest tests find there's no guarantee you are getting the level of protection listed on the label.
Updated: 8:59 AM Consumer Reports has just released its latest ratings on airlines. They're based on input from more than 16,000 subscribers.
Updated: 12:21 PM Tossing out fresh fruit and vegetables that have gone bad feels like throwing money down the drain. A new product called FreshPaper claims to keep produce fresh for up to four times longer. Consumer Reports put it to the test.
Updated: 12:17 PM Just in time for Memorial Day weekend - Consumer Reports' test results on more than 100 gas grills. Some are loaded with features, but you don't have to spend top dollar to get a grill that sizzles.
Updated: 2:44 PM More people are opting for ground turkey instead of beef these days. Even Burger King has started serving up turkey burgers. But a just-released Consumer Reports' investigation reveals - it can also be a breeding ground for antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Updated: 2:00 PM If you store sensitive information on your smart phone, losing track of it could spell disaster, but a few key moves can go a long way to keeping your data safe.
Updated: 5:12 PM Cracked iPhone screen? Online videos explain how to fix them, but Consumer Reports found the repair is far from simple!
Updated: 5:40 PM Motorcycles offer an exhilarating riding experience and can deliver impressive fuel savings. If you're thinking about getting one, Consumer Reports has new information on some of the most reliable brands on the road.
Updated: 5:35 PM If you take Lipitor, Actos, or Lexapro, new generics of these and other big-name drugs could be a real money saver. But Consumer Reports has discovered - just because you're buying a generic drug doesn't mean you're getting a great price.
Updated: 5:13 PM They're colorful and alluring, but Consumer Reports says there's a potential safety hazard with popular small toy balls and beads that expand dramatically in water. There's been one recall, but many more of these super absorbent polymer balls are still on the market.
Posted: 4:45 PM Over the last year, more people are paying for stuff by waving, sliding, or tapping their smart phones. More apps called digital wallets are offering different ways to pay. Consumer Reports Money Adviser took a look at several to see if you really can leave your wallet at home.
Updated: 4:30 PM To save on TV, Internet, and phone bills, many people get all three services from the same company. These "triple plays" get you steep discounts, but only for a limited time. Consumer Reports shows you ways to save.
Posted: 12:15 PM As you log onto your computers today, a southern Colorado woman is warning us all about a computer scam hitting our area.
Updated: 2:49 PM A new survey by Consumer Reports found about one in five people wished they'd bought a different mattress. Consumer Reports' test results can help you cut through the barrage of mattress ads.
Updated: 2:02 PM Consumer Reports says a new service provider, Republic, is offering an unlimited data plan for 19 dollars a month. It isn't for everybody, but it may be for you!
Posted: 3:01 PM A fire hazard is prompting the recall of nearly a half-million LED light bulbs.
Updated: 1:04 PM If you're concerned about someone stealing your identity, you might buy one of the many I-D protection services. Millions of Americans have, but is it worth it? Consumer Reports analyzed this billion-dollar industry.
Updated: 12:48 PM Car manufacturers are expected to sell 15 million new cars and trucks this year. Consumer Reports finds a number of new car offerings are disappointing once people get the vehicle home.
Updated: 8:23 AM Consumer Reports not only tests cars - it asks nearly a million of its subscribers every year how well their cars are holding up. Some very popular vehicles have run into problems.
Updated: 4:00 PM What are the best travel cards that can stretch your dollars and offer the best deals? Consumer Reports Money Adviser crunches the numbers for you.
