If you're cooking this holiday season, a good meat thermometer can come in very handy. That's the only tool that's going to be able to tell you when your meat and poultry are completely cooked.

Do you LOVE Thanksgiving turkey but HATE how long it can take to cook? TurboChef says its Speedcook wall oven will cook a 12-pound turkey in just 42 minutes, thanks to convection and microwave features. It also promises “five-star results.”

A hair dryer is an everyday essential you probably don't give much thought to. At the salon, you're almost always guaranteed a great blow out. But it's not such a sure thing at home.

Gift cards may seem like the perfect present. Sales spike this time of year. but, Consumer Reports, which has had reservations about gift cards in the past, says recent bankruptcies have made gift cards an even poorer choice this year.

Here's a bit of cheer amid the economic blues. If you're in the market for a GPS navigator, it's actually a great time to buy one.

When it comes to keeping your car in good working order, something owners often overlook are windshield wipers. And most people don't think about their windshield wipers until they really need them—in the middle of a storm. But that small, inexpensive item can be the one thing keeping you from disaster.

Americans spent almost $23 billion shopping for clothing online last year. Whether they spend that much this year remains to be seen. But a just-released Consumer Reports survey shows people like buying clothes online.

People spend almost a billion dollars a year on AA batteries. But do you know which ones last the longest? And is it worth it to pay more for rechargeable batteries? Consumer Reports just tested 17 of those batteries to find which last the longest. Video

Big, flat-screen TVs—both LCDs and plasmas—are usually hot sellers around the holidays. Considering the economy, this year might be different. But the good news is prices are expected to be 20 percent to 30 percent lower than a year ago.

Digital picture frames have been hot sellers. Maybe you're considering giving one as a holiday gift. But before you head to the store, be aware, Consumer Reports' latest tests show many are far from picture-perfect. Video

This holiday season, people are expected to scale back on what they’re spending on gifts, including electronics. An industry survey shows people are planning to spend 200 dollars less. Video

More and more people are buying smaller LCD TVs for “smaller” spaces in their home, like the kitchen. Consumer Reports has tested 17 of the smaller sets to find a good choice for you. Video

Buying gifts online lets you comparison shop 24/7. But some holiday shoppers prefer retail stores, where they can see and feel the merchandise. Video

Why the marked price may not be the final price

Is it better to repair your appliances or just replace them? Video

Why you need to keep a close eye on the terms of your credit cards

Consumer Reports tests these heaters to see if they're really worth your money Video

Consumer Reports has revealed a problem with the best-selling hand vacuum on the market.

Many major airlines are charging $15-$25 a bag to check luggage. To save money, many people are trying to stuff everything into one carry-on. Video

What would it take to get you to give up your favorite big-name products? Video