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Details: Written by CNET Reviews; Category: Reviews; Published: 06 August 2024; Created: 06 August 2024; Last Updated: 06 August 2024

Jackery makes some of the best power stations and solar panels on the market. They're affordable and great for outdoor, camping and even inclement weather preparation depending on your area. Despite the reputation for budget-friendly pricing, these types of products are pretty expensive and no one can dispute that saving a few more bucks is…

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Consumer Video: 2024 Tesla Cybertruck | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #455

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Exclusive CR discount for Talking Cars viewers at https://www.cr.org/jointalkingcars Consumer Reports has finally taken delivery of the long-awaited and much-hyped Tesla Cybertruck. We highlight many of its innovative features, polarizing styling, and driving characteristics. Additionally, we address audience questions, including how CR manages to purchase so many cars each year anonymously without staff being recognized by dealerships, and why some car manufacturers, even those known for safety like Subaru, do not make Consumer Reports' safe car list. Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 00:00 - Introduction 00:16 - Overview: 2024 Tesla Cybertruck 01:38 - Styling & Design 06:07 - Purchase Experience 08:43 - Driving Dynamics 11:51 - Steer-by-Wire System 13:57 - Visibility 15:57 - Utility 19:21 - The Issues 21:34 - Reliability 24:12 - How CR will test the Cybertruck 26:13 - Custom Care 28:07 - Living with it 29:37 - Question #1: Why some car manufacturers do not make the Consumer Reports safe car list? 33:55 - Question #2: How does CR keep its anonymity while buying so many cars each year? ---------------------------------- First Drive: Is Tesla Cybertruck Worth the Hype? https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/tesla-cybertruck-review-a4750335741/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT 2024 Tesla Cybertruck https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tesla/cybertruck/2024/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Hot, New Electric Cars That Are Coming Soon https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/hot-new-electric-cars-are-coming-soon-a1000197429/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Electric Cars and Plug-In Hybrids That Qualify For Federal Tax Credits https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/electric-cars-plug-in-hybrids-that-qualify-for-tax-credits-a7820795671/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Guide to Car Reliability & Owner Satisfaction https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/guide-to-car-reliability-owner-satisfaction-a9213219653/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Published: 2nd Oct 2024 07:00:21 By: Consumer Reports

Consumer Video: These Are the Two Worst Sheets of 2024 #shorts

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Unlock the seven best sheets of 2024 at https://www.consumerreports.org/home-garden/sheets/best-and-worst-sheets-a6171469628/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT We tested sheets from popular brands, including L.L.Bean, Lands' End, and Target, to find ones that are as strong as they are soft. Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization.

Published: 1st Oct 2024 05:38:26 By: Consumer Reports

Consumer Video: Land Cruiser or Defender?

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Consumer Video: 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Early Review | Consumer Reports

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Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. Tesla's Cybertruck, the long-awaited, much-hyped electric pickup truck, has finally joined Consumer Reports' test fleet. Its edgy, polarizing design is hard to miss. The Cybertruck combines sports car acceleration and handling with heavy-duty truck towing capacity, all with up to a claimed 340 miles of electric range. All-terrain tires would reduce the estimated range to 318 miles.

Published: 30th Sep 2024 07:00:21 By: Consumer Reports

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Car Video: Owner Update! - Porsche Cayman GTS - Modding or Moving On? | Everyday Driver

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Paul has had his 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS far longer than everyone thought he would. Small changes have happened along the way, but these latest revision has him thinking about what's next. Or is this a forever car? Join Paul as he enjoys his car on a favorite road and discusses the cost of ownership, the changes he's considering, and what should come next. Be sure you’re subscribed! 00:00 - Sentimental about this car 00:59 - Long term Ownership leads to mods 4:28 - The only time I think of selling 5:40 - GT3 Parts? 8:08 - What about a different Cayman? 10:35 - The Best Looking 11:25 - Downsides 13:15 - Still shopping #Porsche #Cayman #Comparison We’ll post another big comparison right here every month, plus long term updates and big road trips. Subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss our Thursday releases. Also watch our other channel: /TestDriveVideos for single car reviews Plus you can find our Adventure Trips, Twice Weekly Podcast and much more on our website: http://everydaydriver.com Thanks for watching!

Published: 3rd Oct 2024 09:00:06 By: EverydayDriver

Car Video: Why I built an Off-Road Cayenne #shorts

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Todd has done a subtle build on his family's old Cayenne, in preparation for new adventures. But the reasoning springs from you, our audience. This is part of the full reveal video on our channel. Subscribe so you don't miss anything!

Published: 17th Sep 2024 08:00:09 By: EverydayDriver

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Published: 10th Sep 2024 08:00:06 By: EverydayDriver

Car Video: Cayenne Off-Road Build - Introducing the RubiCayenne | Everyday Driver

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Welcome to a new chapter in our long-running series on this 2010 Cayenne. After buying a newer model for family duties, Todd debated selling this Cayenne until our audience recommended an off-road build. Wanting to start slowly, and with his mind on both cost and Jeep Wrangler memories, the result is this First Gen Cayenne with Jeep Rubicon ground clearance. Join us for Chapter 1 of the RubiCayenne story! Be sure you’re subscribed! #Cayenne #overlanding #offroad We’ll post another big comparison right here every month, plus long term updates and big road trips. Subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss our Thursday releases. Also watch our other channel: /TestDriveVideos for single car reviews Plus you can find our Adventure Trips, Twice Weekly Podcast and much more on our website: http://everydaydriver.com Thanks for watching!

Published: 5th Sep 2024 07:00:17 By: EverydayDriver

Car Video: Brilliance and Disappointment in the Dual Clutch Transmission #shorts

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While comparing the DCT in the Corvette to the Manual in the R8, the guys discuss the pros and cons of Chevy's DCT. Subscribe for more comparisons!

Published: 28th Aug 2024 08:00:07 By: EverydayDriver

Product Review Video: Wait to Buy a New MacBook or iPad This October 2024

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What's coming up at Apple's October Mac and iPad event... if one is happening at all? CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein has a few predictions. #apple #ipad #shopping #tech #rumors #mac #macmini Subscribe to CNET on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cnet Never miss a deal again! See CNET’s browser extension 👉 https://bit.ly/3lO7sOU Check out CNET’s Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cnet Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cnetdotcom Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnet/ Follow us on X: https://www.x.com/cnet Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cnet CNET's AI Atlas: https://www.cnet.com/ai-atlas/ Visit CNET.com: https://www.cnet.com/

Published: 4th Oct 2024 10:01:06 By: CNET

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Published: 4th Oct 2024 09:11:55 By: CNET

Product Review Video: iPads Need a Glow Up: All Apple Updates Expected in October

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Apple Intelligence arrives in October, and the iPad and iPad Mini are in need of an upgrade if they want to be part of the AI party. CNET’s Bridget Carey goes over what Apple could be brewing up for this month and beyond, including putting M4 chips in the MacBook Pro, Mac Mini and iMac. iPad Pro https://cnet.us/tim iPad mini https://cnet.us/bbl MacBook Pro M3 https://cnet.us/sfk Mac mini https://cnet.us/ojw iMac https://cnet.us/289 *CNET mat get a commission from these offers 0:00 Intro 0:47 M4 Chips 1:37 MacBook Pro Update 1:58 24-inch iMac and Mac Mini Update 3:10 iPads that won't get an update 3:31 iPad Pro and iPad Air 3:44 Apple Intelligence coming to computers 4:07 Magic Mouse Update??? 4:32 iPhone SE update 4:42 HomePod Speakers and Apple TV 4:54 Apple home product rumors 5:32 iOS 18 Public Beta Subscribe to CNET on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cnet Never miss a deal again! See CNET’s browser extension 👉 https://bit.ly/3lO7sOU Check out CNET’s Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cnet Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cnetdotcom Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnet/ Follow us on X: https://www.x.com/cnet Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cnet CNET's AI Atlas: https://www.cnet.com/ai-atlas/ Visit CNET.com: https://www.cnet.com/ #apple #applenews #ipad #mac #appleintelligence

Published: 4th Oct 2024 12:00:05 By: CNET

Product Review Video: Amazon Prime Day is Coming Oct. 8 - 9

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Published: 3rd Oct 2024 10:30:03 By: CNET

Product Review Video: I Tried Hands-Free Towing with Super Cruise

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Published: 3rd Oct 2024 09:26:23 By: CNET

FTC Video: Never move your money to “protect it.” That’s a scam - Anatomy of an Imposter Scam

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If someone claims there’s fraud or criminal activity on one of your accounts, and tells you to move money from your bank, investment, or retirement account to “protect it”, it’s a scam. Learn more at: https://www.ftc.gov/imposterscam #ftc #imposter #scam *************************** The Federal Trade Commission deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies. Comment Moderation Policy We welcome your comments and thoughts about the information on this page. If you do have something to say, please be courteous and respectful to other commenters. We won't routinely review any comments before they are posted (except for ones that contain urls and profanity), but we will delete any comments that: 1) contain spam or are off-topic 2) use vulgar language or offensive terms that target specific groups or contain personal attacks 3) are sales pitches or promotions 4) have urls or links to commercial sites 4) spread clearly misleading or false information or 5) include personal information, like home addresses

Published: 30th Sep 2024 12:01:05 By: FTCvideos

FTC Video: Your Needy Online "Friend" - Romance Scams

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Published: 25th Sep 2024 12:00:04 By: FTCvideos

FTC Video: Report International Scams at econsumer.gov

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Your complaints help the FTC and law enforcement agencies conduct investigations, bring lawsuits and prevent international scams. If you have a complaint about international scams or cross-border fraud, report it at http://www.econsumer.gov. ****************************** Transcript: You live here, but you've been scammed by someone in another country-- over here. Report the scam at econsumer.gov. Reporting a scam at econsumer.gov, a partnership of consumer protection agencies around the world, can provide hundreds of authorities with vital information to combat international scams. So if something like this happens to you-- I shop online a lot. The dress I ordered never arrived-- but the bill did. I got a call, and I won a sweepstakes for a free vacation-- and wired cash to pay the taxes. And I'm still waiting for them to call back. I had been looking for a job online when this message popped up about a job offer overseas. But there was a catch. I had to pay the fees upfront to process my application. I paid for it and never heard back. Has something like this happened to you? Report the scam econsumer.gov. You'll learn what steps you can take to combat international fraud and help consumer protection authorities conduct investigations and prevent international scams. Reporting a scam can make a world of difference. [MUSIC PLAYING] ****************************** The Federal Trade Commission deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies. Comment Moderation Policy We welcome your comments and thoughts about the information on this page. If you do have something to say, please be courteous and respectful to other commenters. We won't routinely review or edit any comments before they are posted, but we will delete any comments that: 1) contain spam or are off-topic 2) use vulgar language or offensive terms that target specific groups or contain personal attacks 3) are sales pitches, promotions, urls or links to commercial sites 4) spread clearly misleading or false information or 5) include personal information, like home addresses

Published: 24th Sep 2024 12:01:09 By: FTCvideos

FTC Video: Denuncie Ud. los fraudes internacionales en la página econsumer.gov

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Cuando Ud. presenta una denuncia en la página econsumer.gov, ayudará a la FTC y otros organismos encargados del cumplimiento de la ley a realizar investigaciones de fraude, presentar demandas judiciales y prevenir estafas internacionales. Si Ud. ha experimentado un fraude o transfronterizo, infórmenos en http://www.econsumer.gov. The Federal Trade Commission deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies. Comment Moderation Policy We welcome your comments and thoughts about the information on this page. If you do have something to say, please be courteous and respectful to other commenters. We won't routinely review or edit any comments before they are posted, but we will delete any comments that: 1) contain spam or are off-topic 2) use vulgar language or offensive terms that target specific groups or contain personal attacks 3) are sales pitches, promotions, urls or links to commercial sites 4) spread clearly misleading or false information or 5) include personal information, like home addresses

Published: 24th Sep 2024 12:00:59 By: FTCvideos

FTC Video: 国境を越えて発生する詐欺をeconsumer.govに報告しましょう！- Report International Scams at econsumer.gov (Japanese)

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あなたからの詐欺に関する報告は、FTCやその他の法執行機関による詐欺の捜査や訴訟の提起、国際的な詐欺防止対策の実施の手助けになります。国際的または越境的な詐欺に遭ったときは、econsumer.gov（http://www.econsumer.gov）で報告しましょう。 Your complaints help the FTC and law enforcement agencies conduct investigations, bring lawsuits and prevent international scams. If you have a complaint about international scams or cross-border fraud, report it at http://www.econsumer.gov. --------------------------- transcript: あなたは今、この国（ここ）にいます。でも、違う国の誰かに騙されているかもしれません。そんなときは、イーコンシューマーガバメントに報告しましょう。イーコンシューマーガバメントは、日本を含む、世界の消費者保護機関の国際的な協力により、運営されています。イーコンシューマーガバメントに、詐欺の事例を報告すると、その情報は、国境を越えた詐欺に立ち向かうための、極めて重要な情報として、世界の消費者保護機関に提供されます。もし、自分の身にこんなことが起こったら・・・オンラインショッピングはよく利用します。注文した服は届かないのに、支払いの請求が来ました。懸賞旅行に当選したと電話がありました。税金の支払いが必要だといわれ、現金を送金しましたが、それ以降、連絡がありません。ネットで仕事を探していたら、海外の求人情報が、画面に現れました。しかし、その話しには裏があり、応募するには、手数料が必要でした。手数料を支払ってからは、全く連絡がありません。このような詐欺を体験したことはありませんか。そんなときは、イーコンシューマーガバメントにその経験を報告しましょう。そして、世界各国の様々な事例を知ることにより、国際的な詐欺にあったとき、どう立ち向かったらよいか、学ぶことができます。また、イーコンシューマーガバメントに報告することは、世界の消費者保護機関が行う、国境を越えた詐欺の捜査や、詐欺防止対策の実施などの手助けになります。あなたの経験を報告し、よりよい世界にしていきましょう。 --------------------------- The Federal Trade Commission deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies. Comment Moderation Policy We welcome your comments and thoughts about the information on this page. If you do have something to say, please be courteous and respectful to other commenters. We won't routinely review any comments before they are posted (except for ones that contain urls and profanity), but we will delete any comments that: 1) contain spam or are off-topic 2) use vulgar language or offensive terms that target specific groups or contain personal attacks 3) are sales pitches or promotions 4) have urls or links to commercial sites 4) spread clearly misleading or false information or 5) include personal information, like home addresses

Published: 24th Sep 2024 12:00:56 By: FTCvideos

DIY Video: Hallway Storage Ideas | DIY | Great Home Ideas

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Up your storage game with great tips to add storage to tight spaces. Welcome to Great Home Ideas, where you’ll find inspiring home makeovers, delicious recipes, quick & easy DIY projects, design & gardening ideas, plus hints, tips, how tos and advice on pets, health, tech and more. Check out our channel & subscribe to see more videos like this one every day of the week. Click here to subscribe: https://bit.ly/3hxN7d5

Published: 4th Oct 2024 11:15:00 By: Great Home Ideas

DIY Video: How to Love Your Lawn | GARDEN | Great Home Ideas

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Welcome to Great Home Ideas, where you’ll find inspiring home makeovers, delicious recipes, quick & easy DIY projects, design & gardening ideas, plus hints, tips, how tos and advice on pets, health, tech and more. Check out our channel & subscribe to see more videos like this one every day of the week. Click here to subscribe: https://bit.ly/3hxN7d5

Published: 22nd Sep 2024 11:45:00 By: Great Home Ideas

DIY Video: Easy Achievable Desk | DIY | Great Home Ideas

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DIY Video: Vertical Gardening Planter Box | GARDEN | Great Home Ideas

Play Video: Vertical Gardening Planter Box | GARDEN | Great Home Ideas

We show you an easy to make planter box to add some vertical appeal to your backyard. Welcome to Great Home Ideas, where you’ll find inspiring home makeovers, delicious recipes, quick & easy DIY projects, design & gardening ideas, plus hints, tips, how tos and advice on pets, health, tech and more. Check out our channel & subscribe to see more videos like this one every day of the week. Click here to subscribe: https://bit.ly/3hxN7d5

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