Vizio 39- and 42-inch E-series TVs recalled due to tipover concerns
Vizio 39- and 42-inch E-series TVs recalled due to tipover concerns Do you own a 39- or 42-inch Vizio E-series TV? If so, be aware that the Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling these sets...
View ArticleWhy your air conditioner isn’t cooling you off
Why your air conditioner isn’t cooling you off Now that we’re halfway through the summer your air conditioner may be showing its age. If it’s not cooling properly, there are some simple things you can...
View ArticleBest cars for comfort
Best cars for comfort If you spend a lot of time in your vehicle, you know that comfort is a high priority. You want the ride to be pleasant and not torture for your body. A seat that causes...
View ArticleWhere to get in-flight Wi-Fi when traveling
Where to get in-flight Wi-Fi when traveling Hoping to unplug from the digital world during an impending flight? You no longer have the excuse that you can't get online in the sky. More than 20 percent...
View ArticleAmericans watch more DVR recordings and streaming video than live TV
Americans watch more DVR recordings and streaming video than live TV Many consumers spend most of their TV time watching DVR recordings and movies, along with shows from Netflix and other streaming...
View ArticleComcast plus Time Warner Cable: Together isn't better
Comcast plus Time Warner Cable: Together isn't better Sometimes together is better. Think apple pie and ice cream, or peanut butter and jelly. But together isn’t better when it comes to the proposed...
View ArticleTime to withdraw funds from your 529 college savings plan?
Time to withdraw funds from your 529 college savings plan? More than ever, 529 college savings plans are being tapped for higher education expenses. In 2013, distributions were taken from 1.6 million...
View ArticleGM recall puts bad ignition switches back in some cars
GM recall puts bad ignition switches back in some cars It’s a bad situation when a recall has to be recalled. Now after having recalled 15.3 million cars to remedy defective ignition switches and...
View ArticleFind a freezer that fits your family's needs
Find a freezer that fits your family's needs While refrigerators are becoming more stylish and feature-filled, today’s freezers look a lot like the ones Consumer Reports tested decades ago. The good...
View Article7 ways to make the most money at your garage sale
7 ways to make the most money at your garage sale Are your ready for your garage sale? Surely you haven’t forgotten that National Garage Sale Day is tomorrow. That’s right, on Aug. 9—National Garage...
View ArticleWhen it pays to replace your windows
When it pays to replace your windows Owning a home has its joys but there’s always something to add to the to-do list. Replacing all the windows comes to mind when rooms feel drafty and flyers arrive...
View ArticleAll-new 2015 Acura TLX aims to serve as the Goldilocks solution
All-new 2015 Acura TLX aims to serve as the Goldilocks solution Designed to be the Goldilocks model in the automaker’s three-sedan lineup, the 2015 Acura TLX is not too big, garish, or striking...
View ArticleMake your vacation memorable, not miserable
Make your vacation memorable, not miserable If you're planning a final summer getaway, take a note of these travel gotchas so your trip is memorable, not miserable. Car-rental hassles To avoid getting...
View ArticleAre programmable thermostats good for electric heat pumps?
Are programmable thermostats good for electric heat pumps? Q. Many sources, including Consumer Reports, extol the advantages of programmable thermostats. But are they a good thing for electric heat...
View ArticleWhy Walmart ice cream sandwiches don't melt
Why Walmart ice cream sandwiches don't melt Have you picked up on all the buzz about Walmart Great Value ice cream sandwiches that, so the story goes, don’t melt? We're not kidding. One YouTube video...
View ArticleFirst Look: Kudos to the Samsung Gear Live smart watch
First Look: Kudos to the Samsung Gear Live smart watch In July, Google introduced Android Wear, a new operating system for wearable tech devices. The LG G Watch was the first Android Wear smart watch...
View ArticleCan you use a mulching blade if you're bagging lawn clippings?
Can you use a mulching blade if you're bagging lawn clippings? Q. I always mulch when mowing, and sometimes I bag clippings to reduce thatch buildup. How is bagging efficiency affected as a result of...
View ArticleHow do you research assisted-living homes for your parents?
How do you research assisted-living homes for your parents? Q. How do you research an assisted-living facility for your parents?—Marilyn McCabe, via e-mail A. Start by asking sources that you know and...
View ArticleWhat to do after your home is destroyed
What to do after your home is destroyed What can a homeowner expect in the aftermath of a major catastrophe—say a fire or tornado that destroys a home completely? Pam Johnson, a Property Field...
View ArticleTop treadmills for every budget
Top treadmills for every budget You can spend $400 on a new treadmill or 10 times that amount. Based on our latest treadmill Ratings of more than 40 models, paying top dollar will get you top...
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