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    CR Digital Archive

    June 2015

    Cover Story

    In the privacy of your own home
    That smart TV, your connected thermostat, even your washing machine—they’re all tracking your daily habits. Why you need to know who’s watching.

    Special Section

    The lowdown on shrimp labels
    Consumer Reports' guide to labels you can trust

    Features

    Ultimate frequent-flyer guide
    Consumer Reports reveals what the airlines won’t tell you so you can get the flight you want
    The ultimate guide to outdoor entertaining
    How to create a backyard retreat for fun with friends and family

    Lab Tests

    Find the best bike helmet for you
    The bottom line on protecting your brain
    4 reasons to get a camera instead of using a smartphone
    Here's why standalone point-and-shoots still matter

    Cars

    Can your car get hacked?
    Your driving data is at risk. Someday, your car’s controls could be as well.
    Get your car to 200,000 miles
    How to squeeze the most durability and reliability out of your vehicle
    10 great used cars for teens under $10,000
    Reliable, safe wheels that won’t crush the college fund

    Up Front

    Upgraded Verizon cell phone plan comes with a hefty first bill
    One customer thought she had a great deal—but then the bill came

    CR Money

    Unit price labels can be confusing
    No basis for comparison: Unit pricing can be misleading when labels are inconsistent or unclear

    Departments

    Selling It
    Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers

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