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    CR Digital Archive

    January 2012

    Cover Story

    Best phones & service
    The top carriers and hottest phones, plus cost-saving strategies

    Features

    How to hack-proof your passwords
    Criminals are getting smarter. So should you.

    Lab Tests

    Dishwashers
    Our picks include premium features for less

    Cars

    Avoid backups with better traffic info

    Up Front

    Fish-oil pills vs. claims

    CR Health

    Top 10 health tips for 2012

    CR Money

    How to Refinance Your Mortgage?

    Departments

    Viewpoint
    A monthly perspective on the latest challenges facing consumers

    The January 2012 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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