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	Better everyday green products Consumer Reports ShopSmart says testers have found that lots of green products are duds, but a few are worth trying.
	Healthier restaurant salads Consumer Reports ShopSmart evaluated salads that can stand in for a meal.
	Decoding store price match policies Many stores promise to match competitors' prices. But price-matching policies can vary significantly store to store and online, too. Video
	Tested: electric toothbrushes Consumer Reports tested 10 electric toothbrushes, brushing almost 2,000 times.
	To the test: carpet cleaning machines Consumers spent more than $3 billion in just one year on professional carpet and upholstery cleaning. But you can save a lot of money if you want to tackle the task on your own. Video
	Coffee taste test Consumer Reports' expert coffee testers sipped their way through more than 36 blends to find which ones taste the best.
	Lifetime warranty loopholes It turns out there's no single legal definition of "lifetime warranty". Video
	How clean is bagged salad You may think the greens are squeaky clean. But how clean are they? Video
	Tested: green paints Consumer Reports' latest tests of more than 50 paints still find problems with some paints that claim zero VOCs.
	How to use layaway to save Almost half of all Americans are using their credit cards less. And an old way to pay—layaway—is on the rise. Video
	Costly car myths Consumer Reports' auto experts have this reality check so that you can be sure your money is being well spent. Video
	What really makes you mad? Consumer Reports set out to find out "What Bugs America Most."
	To the test: garbage bags To make sure you're spending that money wisely, Consumer Reports tested the claims of two big names, including one bag that's being heavily advertised.
	Washing machines test Consumer Reports tested more than 70 washing machines, doing eight tons of laundry in the process.
	Save money by streaming movies to your tv Now you can easily and cheaply stream movies from the Web onto your big-screen TV and be watching a movie in minutes.
	Healthy eating tips Consumer Reports says making small changes can often kick-start healthier eating. Video
	Taste test a healthier dip People love to snack, but watch out for the dips. Most are loaded with fat and sodium.
	Buying tips for big screen tv's Prices are way down and the deals can be great. Video
	Resort vacations for less Consumer Reports ShopSmart says time-shares offer a real bargain, but not buying a time-share, renting one. Video
	Problems with Energy Star ratings Appliances that do well qualify for an Energy Star. But can you rely on it? Video

	Money-saving toasters Consumer Reports tested 34 toasters, assessing the evenness of browning against a color chart. Video
	Laptops put to the test Have you been eyeing a new laptop? Well, waiting may have paid off. Video
	AA batteries put to the test Consumer Reports tested AA batteries, both regular ones and rechargeables. Video
	"As seen on tv" product tests Consumer Reports put several to the test and found some worked, and some did not. Video
	Ellipticals put to the test Consumer Reports tested more than a dozen machines, ranging in price from $600 to $3,700. Video
	Best bathroom scales Consumer Reports just tested 11 bathroom scales to see how they measure up. Video
	Improve your big screen's audio In the store, the pictures on the LCD and plasma TVs look terrific. But Consumer Reports finds that there's a drawback with very thin TVs. Video
	Cut your phone, cable and internet costs If the costs of your cell phone, TV, and computer services are taking a bigger and bigger chunk from your paycheck, Consumer Reports says there are ways to save. Video
	Treadmills put to the test Consumer Reports tested 29 treadmills, ranging in price from $500 to more than $3,000. Video
	Best tasting microwaveable diet meals It's the New Year and many of us have resolved to lose weight and eat better. Could adding diet microwaveable meals to the menu help?
	Do space heaters waste or save money? Sales of space heaters soar in the winter. But can space heaters actually save you money on your energy bills?
	To the test: digital cameras Are you in the market for a new digital camera? Consumer Reports just put some to the test. Video
	To the test: inexpensive camcorders Consumer Reports checked out 14 different pocket camcorders—all priced $200 or less.
	Tips to avoid unsafe chicken Food-borne illnesses from chicken and other sources kill about 500 Americans a year and sicken more than three million.
	Finding a bargain little black dress Consumer Reports ShopSmart checked out five little black dresses from low-cost retailers.
	The catch on some charity gift cards The holiday season is a time of giving to loved ones and often to charities. There's a new way to give to both—a charity gift card. Video
	Cordless drills for less Consumer Reports' latest tests of 70 drills find there are really good cordless drills that won't put a hole in your wallet!
	Do women pay more for certain products? Could women be spending more than men on certain products? Consumer Reports decided to visit several drugstores to find out.
	Money-saving prepaid cell plans When it comes to cell service, Consumer Reports says the top complaint is how much it costs.
	To the test: internet ready tv's Consumer Reports just checked out several online services, including Viera Cast from Panasonic, Samsung's Medi@2.0, and LG's NetCast.
	Finding the best cell service If you are unhappy with your cell-phone service, you're not alone. In Consumer Reports' annual cell-phone survey of 50,000 subscribers only about half of the respondents were highly satisfied. Video
	Holiday debit card drawbacks Consumer Reports Money Adviser warns that there can be serious drawbacks to using your debit card for holiday purchases. Video
	Are you getting a good deal or shortchanged? Consumer Reports' readers have complained about a number of products that aren't even close to being full.
	Save time on your holiday meal Could a store-bought gravy save you some time and fool your guests?
	Save money on your next coffeemaker Consumer Reports just tested more than 50 coffeemakers to find ones that do a good job and save you money.
	Find a great wine at a great price Consumer Reports tested 24 cabernet sauvignons from France, Chile, Australia, California, and Washington state.
	Does spending less on spices change your food's taste? Consumer Reports ran tests to see if buying less expensive seasonings sacrifices flavor.
	Cutting through confusing food labels Consumer Reports' ShopSmart cautions that what's on the front of the package may not be a good guide to what's inside. Video
	Holiday tipping; who to tip and how much? Holiday tipping is a tradition, but if you start to get sweaty palms trying to figure out who to tip and how much, you're not alone.
	Before you buy, know the return policy Consumer Reports reveals stores it claims have the best return policies. Video

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