Aereo takes a time-out after Supreme Court loss
Aereo takes a time-out after Supreme Court loss Following its loss in the Supreme Court last week, Aereo—which streamed over-the-air broadcasts to subscribers paying $8 per month—suspended its service...
View ArticlePioneer plans to be first with Apple CarPlay
Pioneer plans to be first with Apple CarPlay Apple fans holding out for CarPlay in their vehicles may want to look to the auto aftermarket for the quickest way to put Siri in the passenger seat....
View ArticleBidding on penny auction sites is risky
Bidding on penny auction sites is risky Florida has become the latest state to reach a settlement with the defunct penny auction website ArrowOutlet, which it accused of rigging auctions to get more...
View ArticleLong-lasting LEDs include winners from Walmart
Long-lasting LEDs include winners from Walmart Too bad price doesn’t offer a clue as to how well an LED will do once it’s in your lamp—it would make choosing LEDs a lot easier. In Consumer Reports...
View ArticleGM ignition accident compensation payout terms announced
GM ignition accident compensation payout terms announced People who were injured and the families of those people who died as a result of faulty ignition switches in various GM cars will receive...
View Article3 cool virtual-reality projects from Oculus Rift and Sony's Project Morpheus
3 cool virtual-reality projects from Oculus Rift and Sony's Project Morpheus Oculus Rift’s $2 billion purchase by Facebook made it clear that the social networking giant was betting big on virtual...
View ArticleProducts on deep discount in July
Products on deep discount in July Consumer Reports analysts track prices year-round, so we can tell you when products are on sale, month by month. Planning a vacation at the beach this summer? You can...
View ArticleAverage gas prices
Average gas prices Gas prices are mixed across the country compared to the week before. The national gasoline average is unchanged from this time last week and up 21 cents from a year ago. Premium gas...
View ArticleShould you buy a waterproof point-and-shoot?
Should you buy a waterproof point-and-shoot? The Fourth of July is when summer really gets going, and soon many people will be snapping photos at beaches, pools, and campsites. Those are locations...
View ArticleWhat if my employer stops paying for birth control?
What if my employer stops paying for birth control? The Supreme Court decision allowing some employers to exclude contraceptive coverage from their health plans may throw many women back into a...
View ArticleBest low-cost laundry deteregents
Best low-cost laundry deteregents Even if you’re not a fashion plate, you probably own a small fortune in clothing, not to mention linens, towels, and the like. But if you use one of the best low-cost...
View ArticleSam’s Club and Costco Store-Brand Laundry Detergent Take on Tide in...
Sam’s Club and Costco Store-Brand Laundry Detergent Take on Tide in Performance Tests Cheaper can be better when it comes to laundry detergent; pods and packs still pose danger to children YONKERS,...
View ArticleProtect your ears from noise pollution
Protect your ears from noise pollution Fireworks, jackhammers, and ambulance sirens can be painfully hard on your ears. But the risk to your hearing from everyday activities might be greater than you...
View ArticleNew 2015 Hyundai Sonata returns twice to dealer for safety problems
New 2015 Hyundai Sonata returns twice to dealer for safety problems Imagine buying a brand new car, only to have to return to the dealer in the first few weeks for a safety problem. Then you have to...
View ArticleBeat the heat and reclaim your kitchen this summer
Beat the heat and reclaim your kitchen this summer With temperatures rising, it can be hard to keep your cool in a hot kitchen. The refrigerator is working overtime and cooking on the range or running...
View ArticleFord CEO and GM ills lead to a 'Talking Cars' recall and switch
Ford CEO and GM ills lead to a 'Talking Cars' recall and switch To be honest, we recorded and edited a different episode for "Talking Cars" #36. But with a glut of recent industry news, we went back...
View Article6 ways to get your health insurance to pay your bills
6 ways to get your health insurance to pay your bills It’s a letter no one wants to receive: notice that your insurance company will not pay your doctor, medication, or hospital bill. In many cases,...
View ArticleHow to photograph fireworks
How to photograph fireworks Fireworks are beautiful. Photos of them can be, too. But you need to adjust the settings on your camera and take the time to experiment. Here are the key techniques for...
View ArticlePortfolio: The risks of floating rate funds
Portfolio: The risks of floating rate funds Any yield-focused investor would be pleased with a portfolio that had no volatility, generated an annual return of about 4 percent and promised rising...
View ArticleAmericans' most common restaurant complaints go beyond a fly in their soup
Americans' most common restaurant complaints go beyond a fly in their soup Dirty tables, utensils, or restrooms at restaurants are among the top gripes of people when they are dining out, according to...
View Article