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  • Smart Phone Security-5/6/13

    A just-released survey by Consumer Reports projects more than seven million smart-phone owners had a phone that was lost,
    stolen, or ruined in the last year.
    A…

  • Chromebooks 5/3/13

    If you've been thinking about getting a backup laptop -- either for yourself or one that's easy for your kids to use -- there's a new kind that's being heavily…

  • Cracked i-phone 4/29/13

    Cracked iPhone screen?
    There's an app for that.
    Well, not exactly.
    But there are online videos on how to fix a broken screen and move on.
    But Consumer Reports…

  • Celebrity Candy 4/28/13

    Everyone knows candy isn't exactly a health food.
    Now celebrities are touting a new kind of candy that promises to be a lot better for you.

  • Knife Sharpener 4/26/13

    If your knives aren't quite cutting it these days, perhaps you're thinking of getting the Edge of Glory infomercial sharpener.
    Before you do... News 8's Marth…

  • Healthier Crackers 4/22/13

    Cruise the cracker aisle these days and you'll see competition is really heating up for your snack dollars. Consumer Reports can tell you which are worth tryin…

  • Go Cameras-4/21/13

    Catching great action shots from your mountain bike or on the beach is a lot easier these days with cool new video cameras.

  • Chain Restaurant Calories 4/19/13

    New restaurant regulations that were supposed to require chains with more than 20 locations to list calorie counts on their menus are stalled.
    But many restaur…

  • Bluetooth 4/15/13

    Now there are lots of Bluetooth devices made for older cars.
    Consumer Reports just checked out four inexpensive ones.

  • 20,000 TV's- 4/12/13

    If you think you've got the latest and greatest TV out there, wait till
    you see what's coming - Ultra-HD televisions.
    They promise the best picture ever on huge…

  • Toys Balls- 4/8/13

    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 …

  • Drug Savings- 4/7/13

    If you take Lipitor, Actos, or Lexapro, new generics of these and
    other big-name drugs could be a real money saver.
    News 8's martha Koloski has more.

  • Reliable Motorcycles-4/5/13

    Motorcycles offer an exhilarating riding experience and can deliver
    impressive fuel savings... but just how relaible are they?

  • Save on TV 4/1/13

    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 …

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