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    • Eos convertible ends its run with 2015 model, VW says

      July 24, 2014—Volkswagen is saying adios to the Eos. The German automaker says it will stop producing the two-door, hard-top convertible after the upcoming model year.

    • Ford F-150 adds engines, subtracts weight in 2015 models

      July 23, 2014—Ford Motor says the 2015 F-150 will be at least 700 pounds lighter than that of the previous model year because of the use of military-grade aluminum alloy in the body and the cargo box, as well as the use of high-strength steel.

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      Efficiency features won’t deliver many benefits. 

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      Enhanced versatility is the rule of the day.

    • Mix Masters: Blenders, Processors & Stand Mixers

      It now is easier to put your blender to good use.

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    • LG, Whirlpool set to deliver heat-pump dryer models

      July 28, 2014—The first dryers in the U.S. market that use a technology that’s designed to slash energy consumption are scheduled to arrive in 2014, manufacturers tell Consumers Digest.

    • Whirlpool Swash designed to reduce wrinkles, dry-cleaning costs

      July 21, 2014—Proctor & Gamble and Whirlpool created a partnership to build an appliance that the companies say can reduce a consumer’s ironing and steaming needs and has the potential to cut your dry-cleaning expenses in half.

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    • Home Computers Reboot: Power, Versatility & Size

      Thanks to new hard drives and operating systems, home computers still are worth a look for consumers.

    • New Dimensions in Home-Office Furniture

      The new combo: desks and notebook computers.

    • Computer Protection: Closing the Security Breach

      Today's best backup and data-retrieval software.

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    • LG wristband for kids preys on parents’ fears, child-safety expert says

      July 23, 2014—LG Electronics says it will introduce a wearable tracking device for young children that allows parents to call their kids and even listen surreptitiously if the child doesn’t respond.

    • Picture this: VTech’s smart watch for kids has a camera

      July 21, 2014—The Kidizoom Smartwatch ($60), which has a 1.4-inch color touch screen, can be connected to a home computer via a micro USB cable to charge the watch’s battery or to upload images, videos or voice recordings.

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    • Pouring It On: Innovative Kitchen Faucets & Sinks

      The latest faucets have higher spouts than ever before.

    • Clearly Exceptional: Top-Rated Replacement Windows

      You might have to pay extra for glass upgrades.

       

    • Generators: Top-Rated Powerplants

      Prices are falling for energy-efficient portable generators. Today’s standby generators can power larger loads in smaller models.

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    • Feds bring hammer down on mortgage-relief scammers

      July 25, 2014—Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Federal Trade Commission filed nine lawsuits against individuals and companies that collected at least $25 million in illegal advance fees for mortgage-relief services.

    • Misreporting faulty product, vacuum-cleaner maker must pay $725,000

      July 8, 2014—The manufacturer of a defective vacuum cleaner agreed to pay a $725,000 civil penalty to settle charges by Consumer Product Safety Commission that it knowingly failed to report a defect in the product’s electrical wiring.

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    • How Health Monitors Measure Up: Blood Glucose • Blood Pressure • Body Composition • Heart Rate

      Medicare beneficiaries might not have access to the latest technological advancements.

    • A Dangerous Practice: How Drug Companies Bend FDA Rules

      Drugmakers want more freedom to market the use of so-called off-label prescriptions.

       

    • The Truth About Sugar & Sweeteners

      No independent research indicates whether artificial sweeteners are better for your health.

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    • Double Shot manufacturer settles FTC lawsuit

      July 28, 2014—The marketers of a supposed weight-loss supplement agreed to pay Federal Trade Commission $500,000 to settle charges that they deceived consumers with erroneous claims.

    • Health insurance safe for now from fight over federal subsidies

      July 25, 2014—Consumers who purchase subsidized health insurance through markets that are run by the federal government likely have no reason to worry about a federal courts clash that challenges the legality of such subsidies, three independent health-insurance experts tell Consumers Digest.

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    • Expansion Plans: Pickup Campers & Folding Trailers

      New campers and folding trailers have more sleep space.

    • Making a Splash: Personal Watercraft's Next Wave

      New models are lighter and have more-powerful engines. What’s better, you can hit the water without digging deep in your wallet.

    • Road to Recovery: RVs 2012

      Prices vaulted in the past 4 years; great deals are scarce.

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    • FTC sends $9.3 million in refunds on Ab Circle Pro

      July 17, 2014—Certain consumers who purchased an abdominal exercise device that was marketed deceptively will receive a partial refund, Federal Trade Commission says.

    • Pulse launches three-wheel electric scooter for kids

      July 16, 2014—The Pulse Safe Start, which reaches a maximum speed of 1.75 mph, is designed for children as young as age 3 and accommodates users who weigh up to 50 pounds.

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    • Learning a Foreign Language

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    • Crunch Time: Cereal Companies Sugarcoat the Facts

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    • Summer Camps: Setting the Safety Bar Too Low

      Thorough background checks make summer camps safer.

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    • LG wristband for kids preys on parents’ fears, child-safety expert says

      July 23, 2014—LG Electronics says it will introduce a wearable tracking device for young children that allows parents to call their kids and even listen surreptitiously if the child doesn’t respond.

    • Pulse launches three-wheel electric scooter for kids

      July 16, 2014—The Pulse Safe Start, which reaches a maximum speed of 1.75 mph, is designed for children as young as age 3 and accommodates users who weigh up to 50 pounds.

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    • Swing Shift: Backyard Playsets Evolve

       You’ll want more space and you’ll spend more money to add horizontal climbing bars to your playset.

    • Gearing Up: Cutting-Edge String Trimmers, Hedge Trimmers, Pole Saws & Combo Tools

      Lithium-ion batteries are pushing aside older nickel-cadmium technology in hand-held yard-care equipment.

    • Exceptional Lawnmowers: Home Turf Advantage

      Electric lawnmowers not only are stepping up in terms of performance, but they also are becoming more compact.

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    • FTC says largest propane suppliers conspired to drive up prices at Wal-Mart

      March 31, 2014—Federal Trade Commission says two leading suppliers of propane-exchange tanks colluded to raise the prices at Wal-Mart stores.

    • FTC updates ethanol labels, approves infrared testing

      March 27, 2014—Federal Trade Commission proposed changes to its Fuel Rating Rule today that recognizes a new octane-rating method and revises requirements for blends of gasoline that have more than 10 percent ethanol.

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    • A Guide to Online Appraisals

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Manufacturers are taking steps to reduce the burns that are caused by the glass front of a gas-burning indoor fireplace.

Cool Aid: High-Efficiency Air Conditioners

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Higher efficiency central air conditioners soon might appear at both ends of the price scale.

Whole-House Air Purifiers: Efficiency Report

You should be wary about claims of overall effectiveness for whole-house air purifiers.

The Strong, Silent Type: Today’s Best Ventilation Fans

Manufacturers have added DC motors and variable-speed controls to help your everyday ventilation fan to run more efficiently.

Heat Waves: High-Efficiency Furnaces, Boilers & Heat Pumps

New energy-efficiency standards mean that residents of northern states must purchase a more expensive furnace.

What a Breeze: Best Values in Ceiling Fans & Dehumidifiers

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