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Which Apple Watch Should You Buy?
This latest version of the classic Apple Watch model—which our testers are busy evaluating in CR’s labs now—isn’t all that different from the Series 9 model that came before it. But it does have some noteworthy upgrades. The case is offered in the same two sizes, 45 mm and 41 mm, but the display is a bit bigger than in the…
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7 early Amazon Prime Day outerwear deals I’d buy right now from The North Face, Columbia and Helly Hansen
Amazon Prime Day — fall edition — is next week but you don’t have to wait until then to save serious skrilla on high-tech performance outerwear from legendary gorp-core brands like The North Face, Columbia, Helly Hansen and Marmot. The latter two may not have the name-recognition of the former but they’re bonafide OGs of the harsh-climate jacket world. So, stick…
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Amazon’s Shark Tank-like Buy It Now gets a trailer
Amazon Prime has released a trailer for its spin on the Shark Tank concept: Buy It Now, a JB Smoove-hosted show where people put their product ideas before a panel of investors. The twist is that they’ll also be judged by “The 100,” which Amazon says is an audience of “potential customers” (otherwise known as “people”), and if their products…
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Yes, You Should Buy an Automatic Dog Feeder (but Lower Your Expectations First)
CR evaluated five cat/dog feeders—including two from the popular Petlibro brand—and they made mealtime for a Labradoodle more complicated Blake the Labradoodle helped us evaluate five automatic feeders from brands like Petlibro and Patpet. By Lisa Fogarty My dog has a million amazing qualities, but self-sufficiency and self-restraint aren’t two of them. There may be times when you have to…
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Don’t Buy a Print Server, Build One on Linux Instead. Here’s How
Key Takeaways Repurpose an old PC with Linux as a print server for a platform-agnostic, cost-effective setup. CUPS allows your old PC hardware to act as a Linux print server to various platforms. Configure CUPS and Samba for network printing, then easily connect devices to your shared printer. Sharing a printer can be tricky due to complex setups or software…
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Huge Skechers summer clearance event — 7 sneaker deals I’d buy now from $44
We still have a few weeks to go before October Prime Day is in full swing, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait to save big on this cult-favorite footwear brand. Right now, Skechers is slashing up to 40% of the price of its best-selling sneakers and sandals as part of its summer clearance sale. If you’re looking to…
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Five Portable Batteries to Buy If Your Anker Was Recalled
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you own an Anker portable battery, take note: Your battery may pose a fire hazard, and should be disposed of immediately. The company issued a recall notice for three of its batteries on Friday: Anker says some of the lithium ion batteries used in these models may be a…
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Popular Small SUVs to Avoid and What to Buy Instead
We focus on popular models in their category (though they may not be the top sellers) and present two recommended alternatives. • A better choice: Another vehicle that sells well but has a higher Overall Score.• An “under-the-radar” alternative: A better-scoring model that doesn’t sell as well, in case you aren’t concerned with following the crowd. We note whether key…
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Most Reliable New Sedans You Can Buy
These sedans are all recommended by CR. That means they scored well in our road tests, which comprise more than 50 objective and subjective evaluations. On top of that, they have above- or well-above-average reliability. All of these come standard with key active safety equipment: automatic emergency braking (AEB), AEB that works at highway speeds, blind spot warning (BSW), and rear cross traffic warning…
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The PS5 is the fanciest game console you can buy
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 52, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, I swear I don’t always just share absurdly expensive gadgets, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) I also have for you some expensive but excellent new gadgets, a couple of…
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