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    CR Digital Archive

    March 2017

    Cover Story

    6 Ways to Save Money and Energy at Home
    Tips from the happy homeowner playbook: Don’t let your cash go down the drain or out the window.

    5 Home Repairs to Make Now to Avoid Problems Later
    Tips from the happy homeowner playbook: Do these high-priority projects now and you’ll thank us later.
    3 Ways to Improve Safety at Home
    Tips from the happy homeowner playbook: Add easy protections from injury and hazards to your haven
    6 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality at Home
    Tips from the happy homeowner playbook: Clear the air and find your way to better health
    5 Ways to Enhance Indoor Lighting at Home
    Tips from the happy homeowner playbook: An effective lighting plan has to work on many levels.
    6 Small Tech Upgrades for Your Home That Make a Big Difference
    Tips from the happy homeowner playbook: Keep tabs on your pets and your climate with some of our favorite smart products

    Features

    5 Game-Changing Smartphones to Consider
    These standout smartphones offer outstanding value or cutting-edge features and functionality

    Milestones That Can Change Your Car Insurance Rates, for Better or Worse
    Can You Believe Cell-Phone Carrier TV Ads?
    Find out what’s true—and what’s not—about Verizon's and Sprint's claims about performance and value

    Insights

    Hearing Loss: No More Suffering in Silence?
    This widespread problem is associated with depression, isolation, and possibly, dementia. We report on affordable solutions and what’s being done to give everyone access to treatment.

    Can PSAPs Help Your Hearing?
    CR tested a handful of inexpensive, over-the-counter personal sound amplification products to see how well they work

    Product Updates


    How to Pick the Perfect Printer
    The variety of printers can be overwhelming. Answering these two questions will help guide you to one that will best meet your needs and match your budget.

    Road Report

    2017 GMC Acadia Review: Light on Its Feet
    The trimmer all-new GMC Acadia remains a practical and pleasant family hauler

    2017 Infiniti QX30 Review: Overpromises, Underdelivers
    With a mixed pedigree, the Infiniti QX30 flounders in balancing luxury and sportiness
    2017 Honda Ridgeline Review: The Un-Pickup
    The Honda Ridgeline’s comfortable ride and smart details should make it a hit with suburbanites
    2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Review: Ready for Adventure
    The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack is a great-driving wagon for all roads, but its poor predicted reliability takes a toll on the Overall Score

    Departments

    Selling It
    Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers
    From OUr President: There's No Place Like Home
    Consumer Reports' latest home improvement advice and tips promote health and happiness for where you live
    Building a Better World, Together
    Join with us to make a safer, healthier marketplace

    The March 2017 issue of Consumer Reports provides the latest ratings and reviews plus rigorous reporting on issues that impact consumers. Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services, with more than 7 million paying members.
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