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technology7 days ago•64 min saved

CR's Warning List: 5 Popular Home Security Cameras to Avoid

Consumer Reports’ testing flags several popular home security cameras as poor purchases due to security vulnerabilities, privacy concerns, or weak performance. Notable entries CR disfavors include Arlo Essential Indoor Plug-in VMC3070, Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro, Wyze Cam Floodlight v2, Arlo Ultra 3rd Gen VMS5250, and Philips Secure Battery Camera, while suggesting alternatives such as TP-Link’s Tapo MagCam models that offer stronger security and local storage options.

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#arlo #consumer-reports #home-security

technology8 days ago•13 min saved

CR-Approved Budget Tech: 8 Gadgets Under $100 That Deliver

Consumer Reports spotlights eight CR-Recommended gadgets under $100, including Anker Soundcore Life Q20 headphones, Cube GPS Tracker, Roku Ultra, Sony WF-C710N earbuds, Netgear Nighthawk AX4 router, JBL Tune 660NC headphones, Google TV Streamer, and Beats Studio Buds+, praising reliability and value while noting caveats like a required subscription for the tracker and limited codec support on some earbuds.

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#audio #budget-tech #consumer-reports

technology10 days ago•3 min saved

Apple Tops Laptop Reliability in New Consumer Reports Ranking

Consumer Reports’ latest laptop reliability study finds Apple to be the most reliable brand overall, with the 2026 12–13-inch MacBook Air, 14-inch MacBook Pro, and 15–16-inch MacBook Pro MX2X3LL/A leading their size categories. The LG Gram 17 Copilot+ PC tops the 17–18-inch segment for reliability and ergonomics, while Windows laptops from Asus and MSI also show strong reliability. The results suggest macOS isn’t the only dependable option for buyers.

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#apple #consumer-reports #lg-gram

technology26 days ago•5 min saved

CR Names the Best Password Managers to Safeguard Your Accounts

Consumer Reports ranks top password managers, led by 1Password Families (tied with Dashlane Premium and Keeper Unlimited) and including Bitwarden Families/Free among its top picks; free built‑in options from Apple, Google and Samsung are available, while premium plans add features like shared vaults, VPNs, scam protection, and real-time security alerts across Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. Prices vary by plan and family size, roughly from about $1.65 to $6 per month.

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#consumer-reports #data-security #digital-privacy

business1 month ago•2 min saved

IKEA 365+ Stainless Steel Container Tops Consumer Reports as Best Food Storage

Consumer Reports crowned IKEA’s 34-ounce 365+ stainless steel food storage container as the best overall, beating Pyrex and other brands for seal quality, durability, and versatility (oven, fridge, freezer). Priced at about $8.99 total ($6.99 for the stainless base and $2 for the plastic lid), it features a leakproof polypropylene seal and dishwasher-safe lid; a bamboo lid variant exists but is not leakproof and nearly matches the price. The container has many positive reviews on IKEA’s site and Reddit, though some users dislike the bamboo lid.

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#business #consumer-reports #food-storage

technology1 month ago•11 min saved

CR’s Pick: 7 Best Foldable Phones for Every Budget

Consumer Reports highlights seven foldables—Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Motorola Razr Ultra, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7, Google Pixel Fold, Motorola Razr+, and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE—as CR Recommended with 70+ scores, spanning both book-style and clamshell designs. The lineup emphasizes premium LTPO AMOLED displays, 120Hz refresh rates, strong cameras, and durable builds, while tradeoffs include high prices (notably the Pixel 10 Pro Fold), heavy or bulky frames, limited external-display functionality on some models, creases on unfolded screens, and longer charging times on certain devices. Overall, these options cover a range of budgets and preferences for foldable smartphones.

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#consumer-reports #foldable #google

technology1 month ago•11 min saved

Smart Budget Tech: 8 Consumer Reports–Approved Gadgets Under $50

Consumer Reports spotlights eight affordable tech picks under $50 that earned CR Recommended status, spanning Anker and INIU portable chargers, Roku and Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K streaming devices, Tribit StormBox Mini+ portable speaker, Anker Soundcore Life Q20 headphones, JBL Tune 660NC, and the Tractive GPS Dog LTE Tracker. The lineup emphasizes value for money with caveats such as occasional USB-C pop-out on the Anker charger, no Dolby Atmos on the Roku, bass-forward tuning on the JBL headphones, and subscription needs for the pet tracker. Overall, these are solid, budget-friendly options across charging, streaming, audio, and pet tech.

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#budget #consumer-reports #gadgets

health1 month ago•45 min saved

Arsenic in Rice Persists Across Brands, but a Simple Cooking Method Reduces Exposure

Consumer Reports tested 52 rice products and found inorganic arsenic in every sample, with brown rice typically higher than white and basmati/sushi varieties among the lowest. There has been no consistent market-wide drop since 2014, and regulators are urged to set limits on all rice products. CR recommends choosing lower-arsenic varieties, using a parboiling/absorption cooking method (which cut inorganic arsenic by about 50–58%), rotating grains to diversify sources, and being mindful of rice-based side dishes and water quality to reduce overall exposure.

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#arsenic #consumer-reports #cooking

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Samsung OLED 65-Inch Leads Consumer Reports’ Budget TV List for 2026

Consumer Reports names the Samsung QN65S84FA OLED 4K 65-inch TV as the top pick under $1,000 for 2026, praising its overall picture quality, color accuracy, HDR performance, and strong viewing angles with surprisingly good built-in sound; CR notes some drawbacks like a crowded Tizen OS, occasional brightness shifts, and connectivity quirks, and advises buyers to test speakers first and consider room lighting before placement.

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#budget-tv #consumer-reports #oled

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 Crowned Best Standalone Router by Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports awarded the Asus ROG Strix GS-BE12000 standalone router its highest rating, praising its 12,000 Mbps throughput across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands, seven 2.5 Gbps LAN ports, USB 3.0 connectivity, a 36‑month warranty, and strong performance for large homes, while noting minor quirks when used with Asus mesh setups.

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#asus #consumer-reports #gs-be12000

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Samsung HW-Q900F Crowned CR’s Best-Performing Soundbar

Consumer Reports crowned Samsung HW-Q900F the top-rated soundbar, giving it a perfect 5/5 for sound quality; the 7.1.2 system features seven drivers, a wireless sub, Dolby Atmos, SpaceFit Sound Pro Plus room-optimization, and Q-Symphony that pairs with compatible Samsung TVs, with LG SC9S and Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus also scoring highly in CR tests.

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#consumer-reports #dolby-atmos #q-symphony

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

AirPods Max 2 Crowned Best Over-Ear ANC Headphones by Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports named Apple's AirPods Max 2 the top over-ear noise-canceling headphones, beating Bose, Sony, and Sennheiser thanks to the new H2 chip, Adaptive EQ, and stronger ANC that deliver higher sound quality; the $549 model adds features like Live Translation and Siri, though weight, comfort, and battery life remain downsides.

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#airpods-max-2 #apple #audio-quality

health3 months ago•3 min saved

CR finds varying quality in popular fish oil supplements

Consumer Reports tested 20 popular fish oil supplements and found no major safety issues like heavy-metal contamination, but some products showed rancidity or contained less omega-3 than claimed. Several manufacturers challenged the testing or noted their products meet standards, while the piece also questions whether most people need fish oil supplements at all, suggesting dietary omega-3s from fish are preferable and stressing proper storage if supplements are used.

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#consumer-reports #fish-oil #health

technology3 months ago•3 min saved

AirPods Max 2 Tops Consumer Reports’ Audio Quality Scores in Wireless NC Headphones

Consumer Reports crowned Apple's AirPods Max 2 as the top-sounding wireless, noise-canceling headphones, giving it a perfect sound-quality score and tying for the best overall score thanks to the new H2 chip’s improvements in bass, vocal clarity, and soundstage, plus Adaptive Audio for ANC and a Loud Sound Reduction feature. The Max 2 also offers wired, lossless playback via USB‑C and enhanced call quality via Voice Isolation. Bose and Sony did not lead in audio quality this round, and reviewers view the Max 2 as a meaningful upgrade over the original AirPods Max.

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#airpods-max-2 #audio-quality #consumer-reports

science3 months ago•3 min saved

Consumer Reports Picks Lemon Eucalyptus as Top Non-DEET Bug Repellent

Consumer Reports names Repel Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent the leading non-DEET option, scoring 90% in lab tests and matching DEET performance for up to 6 hours of protection while avoiding surface damage; it’s praised for its pleasant scent and has strong Amazon reviews, positioning plant-based repellents as credible alternatives to DEET.

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#consumer-reports #deet #lemon-eucalyptus