A cordless drill not only can save on the cost of a handyman, but these days you can save on the cost of the drill. That according to Consumer Reports, whose tests find there's a lot of value out there right now.

Dyson put style into household appliances, first with its vacuums and then with its fans. Now it's promoting a cool-looking space heater that Consumer Reports just tested.

Your New Year's resolution may have you weighing whether to get an exercise machine. If you're wondering whether you'd really use it, take heed. A new Consumer Reports' survey finds 59% of machines are still regularly being used a year after they were purchased.

Walking about four miles a day is touted as an ideal fitness goal. That's about 10,000 steps.

Starting a diet is relatively easy. The hard part is sticking to it. Consumer Reports just polled more than three thousand of its subscribers on losing weight to see just what they're doing to stay on target.

It's been a bumpy year for airfares. If you're thinking about taking a trip, maybe you've seen some offers that sound great.

Thousands of people recently joined credit unions after the uproar Bank of America created with its new debit-card fee.

Many Americans are feeling optimistic about their finances.

The good news for many travelers is that more hotels expect to offer wi-fi in 2012.

Women put their fingers on the pulse of the economy, buying nail polish.

Crowded aisles with shoppers standing shoulder to shoulder may look good to retailers, but it might hurt their bottom line.

A lawmaker is calling for a crackdown on gift cards sold on shelves and bins.

With all the hype surrounding the new iPhone 4S, you might think it's the only game in town. But Consumer Reports' tests of dozens of smart phones shows there are plenty that get the job done, and more.

More and more people are buying fish-oil capsules to help reduce the risk of heart attack and strokes. They're reportedly the most popular supplement after multi-vitamins.

Last month, video gaming fans crowded stores for the release of the new "Call Of Duty" franchise, "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3."

Stuck on what to give that special someone this year? Consider a tablet.

When you think of pocket camcorders, Flip is still the biggest name. But its been discontinued. Consumer Reports just tested more than a dozen newer ones-many that could make a great gift.

Headphones are expected to be a hot gift this year, according to Consumer Reports' holiday poll. One big trend-celebrity-endorsed headphones.

This holiday season you can get some help on the best time to make that big purchase.

It's not just kids who are on the "Naughty & Nice" list this holiday season. Consumer Reports is out with its annual "Holiday Report Card" that names companies with consumer-friendly policies.

If there are children on your list longing for some of the season's hottest toys, Consumer Reports' ShopSmart found plenty that are sure to please.

JC Penney is teaming up with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia.

They're less expensive than books in print, but are those e-books too expensive?

Santas don't only give out loot, they get it too during this holiday season.

Tablets are really hot this holiday season, and plenty of new ones are just out. There are also a bunch of tablets made just for kids.