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Visit our holiday-shopping guide for advice on the best presents and ways to save. | |
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|  | ELECTRONICS: New tablet reviews, cool toys with a tech twist, and smaller-screen TVs that deliver big  |
| | Is a new tablet on your gift list this year? In our latest tablet Ratings, the Apple iPad and iPad Mini and the Amazon Kindle Fire HD are the standout models.
Our experts recently tried out the coolest tech toys for this holiday season. Many of the toys include learning elements and some are just plain fun, and all include technology that bumps up the wow factor and enjoyment.
Bigger TVs aren't the only sets that will dazzle you with their picture quality. Based on an evaluation of about 140 models in our TV Ratings, we found that most 40-inch and smaller televisions can also deliver stunning images. |
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| | HOME: Top countertop appliances and best single-serve coffeemakers |
| | Check out our holiday guide for small appliances to find the best blender, stand mixer, toaster, and much more for the kitchen-gadget guru on your gift list.
Single-serve coffeemakers are one of the hottest gifts of the season. Starbucks has entered the market with its Verismo, and in our reviews you'll also find many other choices that not only make good coffee but also look good on the counter. |
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| | CARS: Top GPS navigators and all-season and winter tire tests |
| | A portable GPS can make for a great gift, but only if you choose a good one. Our buying advice and extensive Ratings can point you in the right direction.
To help you get the most traction for your money on your new winter or all-season tires, check our buying guide and Ratings for tires. And before you head out for your holiday visits, brush up on important tips for safe travel. |
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| | Money: Holiday-shopping tips and free gift-wrapping |
| | Our six smart shopping tactics will help you stay on budget and avoid hassles this holiday shopping seasons, both in stores and online.
Forget free gift-wrapping—today, you're lucky to get a couple of flimsy white boxes at checkout. Still, some merchants still provide gift-wrapping services free (or close to free) for the holidays. |
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| | HEALTH & FOOD: Happier, healthier holidays and sparkling wines |
| | The stress that often accompanies the holiday season can interfere with your immune system, making you more vulnerable to colds and possibly reducing the amount of protection you get from a flu vaccine. Our guide to a healthier, happier, holiday can help you and your family fend off sickness.
Sparkling wine can add to the festivities this holiday season, whether it's as a gift or to serve at your own party. Find out which sparklers our experts recommend. Our wine buying guide includes these bubbly bottles as well as several other red and white varietals, from cabernet sauvignon to pinot gris to zinfandel. |
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