There are situations in which tariffs are a useful tool to address a trade deficit, or to protect key sectors of a country’s economy. Then there are situations where you accuse a bunch of penguins on an uninhabited island of currency manipulation. Guess which one we’re living in? This is the takeaway of the manifold…
In Consumer Reports’ tests, we strap helmets onto “head forms” that simulate the size of a human head, then drop them 14 mph onto a flat anvil to find out how well they withstand impact. An electronic sensor inside the head form monitors the force that would be transmitted to a rider’s skull in an…
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If you want your dishwasher to be stink-free, you can’t skimp on regular cleaning and maintenance. Jones says you should clean your dishwasher’s filter once a month. First, empty the filter of any debris and rinse it with hot water. If food particles or soil are still stuck to the filter, try soaking it in…
At Consumer Reports, we look for cordless leaf blowers that are quick, thorough, and quiet. The best leaf blowers should also be easy to handle and use, and prove reliable season after season. And we hold them to the same high standard as we do gas, corded, and wheeled models. Here’s more on what our…
The interior is even simpler than before: There is no regular gauge cluster ahead of the driver. Instead, a circular screen at the center of the dashboard serves double duty as information and entertainment. Over 2,000 break-in miles, our team has gathered initial feedback on the Mini Cooper S 2 Door we purchased ahead of…
Siri is a virtual assistant integrated into most Apple devices that, when called upon, can answer questions or perform specific on-device tasks, like setting an alarm or sending a text. While some Siri voice requests are processed locally on your device, others may be sent to and processed on Apple’s servers, the company says. Transcripts…
Even a great dehumidifier can deliver lackluster performance if used incorrectly. Follow these tips to keep yours working at its best. Select the right size. Before buying a dehumidifier, figure out which size best fits your space. Our article “What Size Dehumidifier Do You Need?” offers step-by-step instructions and a neat dehumidifier size chart. CR…
Among our findings: Don’t skimp on quality to save a few dollars, especially because no one wants to spend their riding time dealing with maintenance issues. Most lower-priced models have hub-mounted electric motors, which turn the rear wheel directly, and can be less responsive than a motor mounted at the pedal crank, which can also…
An illicit JavaScript pop-up on the Internet Archive proclaimed on Wednesday afternoon that the site had suffered a major data breach. Hours later, the organization confirmed the incident. Longtime security researcher Troy Hunt, who runs the data-breach-notification website Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) also confirmed that the breach is legitimate. He said it occurred in…
