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As requested, Car Reviews, here's your monthly update from ConsumerReports.org, your go-to place for information, reviews, and Ratings of the products and services you use every day.

What's new on ConsumerReports.org
Visit ConsumerReports.org regularly and read our News blog, to find the latest product reviews. And don't forget to like Consumer Reports on Facebook!
New Reports
Electronics: Latest tablet Ratings, smart phone reviews, and home-theater systems
Tablet prices are falling, and the highly rated Apple iPad continues to face new challengers, including the Amazon Kindle Fire HD tablet and the Barnes & Noble Nook HD and Nook HD+. All that means that now might be the right time to buy your first tablet. See our buying guide for more information.

The latest smart phones, such as the Apple iPhone 5, HTC One S, and Samsung Galaxy S III, feature larger displays, higher-quality cameras, faster processors, and much more, making them highly versatile devices. To find the best phone and service provider, read our reviews of smart phones and carriers.

Home-theater-in-a box systems can deliver big sound in a small, reasonably priced package. Our recent tests found two systems that delivered overall sound quality that should satisfy movie and music fans alike.
Home: Vacuum cleaners reviews, best humidifiers, and all-purpose cleaners
Sleek shapes and bold colors have transformed vacuums from humdrum, utilitarian appliances to stylish members of your cleanup crew. Our tough tests of more than 100 models show that when it comes to cleaning, function is more important than form. Our buying guide to vacuum cleaners has all the details.

A humidifier can prevent scratchy throats and itchy eyes during winter. Our Ratings, featuring top picks starting at only $35, will help you find the best models and avoid those that do little beyond saddling you with higher electricity bills.

Can one household cleaner vanquish tough kitchen and bathroom messes? In our tests of all-purpose cleaners, the best products handled tough stains, soap scum, and mineral deposits left by hard water.
Cars: Best all-season and winter tires and latest road
tests
Now's a good time to check your tires and replace them if needed. We just posted the results of our largest tire-testing project to date, and our new ratings cover all-season, performance all-season, and winter tires.

Check out our reviews of the Ford Flex, Honda Accord, Hyundai Santa Fe, Porsche Panamera, and Volkswagen CC for our latest impressions and test results from the track.
Shopping: Best online retailers
We rate 52 of the largest shopping websites for value, customer support, and more. Discover which online retailers provide the best value and quality, make shopping easy, deliver on time, and have helpful customer service.
Health: Arsenic in your food and health insurance
rankings
A new Consumer Reports' investigation found that brown rice, white rice, rice breakfast cereals, organic rice baby cereal, and other rice products contain arsenic, many at a worrisome level. Our special report will show you how to limit your exposure to this potent human carcinogen.

Our health insurance buying guide and rankings can help you find the best HMO or PPO plans offered in your state. The rankings cover nearly 1,000 plans based on quality of care, customer satisfaction, and commitment to improvement and disclosure of information.
Babies & Kids: Ratings for harnessed booster seats
Harnessed booster seats are versatile—once your child outgrows the five-point harness you can turn the seat into a booster by removing the harness. Our tests includes crash testing as well ease of use and vehicle fit, key elements in keeping your child safe.
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