Tempted to stock up on those old, familiar 100-watt lightbulbs that are on their way out? That's right. They're being phased out, as are 60- and 75-watt bulbs, which will be off the market by 2014. Though you can probably still pick them up while supplies last, don't become a hoarder of old bulbs. [ More ]
One big complaint I hear from tablet lovers is how hard it is to type anything of length. For that, you really need a keyboard. We recently tested seven plug-in keyboards, looking at available features, ease of use, size and ergonomics, and portability. [ More ]
If a new cell phone is on your holiday wish list, check out those we recommend in our December gift guide (including Verizon's powerful Motorola Droid Bionic) on newsstands now. And be sure to treat yourself to some of these new helpful shopping apps so you make sure to get the best deals. [ More ]
We reported on the return of layway two years ago, when Kmart and Sears were publicizing their plans. Now Walmart has revived its own layaway program, as you’ve likely seen in its ubiquitous TV commercials. [ More ]
If you’re back at work today and shopping for holiday gifts online, you’re in the Cyber Monday groove. It may not have the same feverish excitement as Black Friday (or the maddening crowds or risk of fisticuffs either), but in many ways, it’s the better buying day. [ More ]
If you want to be among the lucky shoppers who nab those door-buster deals on Black Friday, better get a headstart. According to our just-released Consumer Reports nationwide survey on holiday shopping habits, one in four Americans plan to hit the mall tomorrow, so there's going to be lots of competition [ More ]
The top 10 gifts people plan to buy this holiday season, according to the NDP Group's annual Holiday Survey, are clothes, toys, books, movies/DVDs, accessories (bags, small personal accessories, wallets), electronics of all kinds, and more. [ More ]
