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|  | Get the best cell phone and service  |
| | Our annual roundup on cell phones and cell-phone services reveals how providers rank in our satisfaction survey (sorry, AT&T). We also address the risks of radiation from your cell phone and look at how well people can reach 911 operators with cell and other phones. We even have tips on how to make a battery charge last. We also have Ratings of the hottest new LCD and plasma TVs; advanced and basic digital cameras; laptop and desktop computers; camcorders; and e-book readers. And check out our first-ever Ratings of tablet computers. |
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| | Buying a new car? You'll want a reliable model |
| | In Consumer Reports' 2010 Annual Car Reliability Survey, General Motors has improved considerably, though Honda and Toyota still dominate in the latest predicted-reliability Ratings of new cars. See how the all brands and models perform. And before you go to the showrooms, see our coverage of dozens cars unveiled at the 2010 LA Auto Show, including sneak peeks at models debuting later this year and beyond. |
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| | Small appliances can be a big deal |
| | In a recent Consumer Reports National Research Center poll, one in four respondents said that they planned to purchase a small appliance this shopping season, and 63 percent of them will buy them as gifts. Before you buy, check our Ratings for some of the most popular small appliances. Single-serve, or pod, coffeemakers are a hot gift, and we found a couple of very good models in our latest coffeemaker tests. Standouts from our current blender review will puree hearty winter soups, turn chickpeas into creamy hummus, and even grate cheese. For stand mixers, we've found that you don't need to spend more than $200 for a stand mixer that's fast, powerful, and plenty versatile. And if a sewing machine is on your gift list, check out our buyer's guide. Plus, learn which glass bakeware can't stand the heat. |
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| | Expert advice for holiday travel and shopping |
| | Each month, the Up Front section delivers spot-on advice for smart consumers. This month, we help you understand what's behind the hotel ratings from AAA, Expedia, Fodor's, and other guides and point you toward other tools that can help you find the best place to stay. After you've opened your holiday gifts, it's inevitable you'll have some presents to return. While most return policies are more lenient than they were before the recession, some companies have countered fraud and abuse with stricter policies. We tell you how to make returns hassle-free and provide a list of return policies at major retailers. |
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| | Important news on food safety and your diet |
| | Canned tuna is not only our favorite fish but is also the most common source of mercury in our diet. New tests of 42 samples from cans and pouches confirm that white (albacore) tuna usually contains far more mercury than light tuna. Read our advice and check out our list of the best choices in fish. Americans eat about 22 teaspoons a day of added sugar on average, though a sensible limit is more like 6 teaspoons for women and 9 for men. We name foods in which sugar hides and suggest ways to limit added sugar. |
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