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DIY Drills for Less Video included

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Got a few loose screws? A cordless drill can easily take care of those. And a cordless drill not only can save on the cost of a handyman, but these days you can also save on the cost of the drill. More>>

Don't Fear the Dentist Video included

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If you'd rather be just about anywhere than a dentist's office, this report may give you some comfort. A just-published Consumer Reports' survey on oral health shows most people gave their dental care a thumbs up — even when it came to root canal. More>>

'Soup-er' Immersion Blenders Video included

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What are some of the best tools to have in your kitchen? Chefs tell Consumer Reports ShopSmart one that they can't live without is an immersion blender. But what is an immersion blender and do you really need one in your kitchen? More>>

Go-to Kitchen Gadgets Video included

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You could spend hundreds of dollars on kitchen gadgets. How about a crinkle cutter for veggies or goggles for cutting onions? More>>

GPS on your Smart Phone

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Sales of portable GPS units have fallen, but plenty of people are downloading navigation apps to get where they're going. Consumer Reports tested some of the latest GPS apps for your smart phone. More>>

Valentine's Day Chocolates

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Americans spend more than $700 million on chocolate for Valentine's Day, according to the National Confectioners Association, but what's the best tasting chocolate for the money? More>>

The Real Deal on Great Airfares

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If you're thinking about taking a trip, maybe you've seen some offers that sound great. Not so fast. When you try to snag a great airfare online, sometimes it can vanish into thin air. More>>

Fight against Bank Fees

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Thousands of people recently joined credit unions after the uproar Bank of America created with its new debit card fee. Public outcry prompted Bank of America to reverse its decision, but other bank fees are on the rise. More>>

Best Buy Space Heater

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Dyson put style into household appliances, first with its vacuums and then with its fans. Now it's promoting a cool-looking space heater called Dyson Hot. More>>

Coors Beats Bud

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Football action heats up this time of year, and where there's football, there's often beer. Beer makers spend millions hoping to put their brand front and center. But which ones really score on flavor? More>>

Big TVs for the Big Game

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There are lots of sales on TVs right before the Super Bowl. But how do you know if the television that's on sale is going to be a great set in the long run? Consumer Reports' tests can help you find a TV that really scores. More>>

Exposing Hidden Sugar

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If you're pretty sure you don't have a sweet tooth, Consumer Reports says you may be in for a surprise. More>>

Top Elliptical Exercisers

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Your New Years' resolution may have you weighing whether to get an exercise machine. If you're wondering whether you'd really use it, take heed. A new Consumer Reports' survey finds 59 percent of machines are regularly used a year after they were purchased. More>>

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