With most Americans now owning a cell phone, it's tempting to think they have a love affair with the device. Full Article at TechWeb

Consumer Reports is out with its latest annual report on cell phones and cell phone service. Surprise: you love your cell phone but your cell phone service? Not so much. Full Article at RCR Wireless News

Verizon Wireless was consumers top choice of mobile carrier, according to a cellular-industry focused survey from Consumer Reports. Other findings include that while iPhone remains a fan favorite, AT&T ranks low when it comes to customer satisfaction. Full Article at eWeek

As with cars, TVs, and anything else, Consumer Reports does some pretty extensive testing on U.S. cellular service before ranking it, city by city. Their results are out, and you can peek at some results before buying the issue. Full Article at Lifehacker

It's unlikely that taxes are on your holiday to-do list, but in fact December is a good time to take some financial steps that can save you on taxes next April. Full Article at Consumer Reports

December 2, 2009 Americans have many reasons to be annoyed, but what bugs them most are hidden fees and not being able to speak to a human being when they call customer service, according to a survey by Consumer Reports. Full Article at Consumer Affairs

SAN ANTONIO -- If you are unhappy with your cell phone service, you're not alone. In Consumer Reports' annual cell phone survey of 50,000 subscribers in 26 cities, including San Antonio, only about half of the respondents were highly satisfied. Full Article at KSAT San Antonio

AT&T got some bad news from Consumer Reports this week, as the magazine's latest survey shows that the carrier now has the lowest level of customer satisfaction in the United States. Full Article at NetworkWorld

Ford's been having a very good autumn this year. First, Consumer Reports pointed out Ford's huge quality improvements as it announced its annual "Most Dependable Cars" rankings. Full Article at CNN/Money

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According to a Consumer Reports survey of wireless customers, AT&T scored the lowest in 19 of 26 U.S. cities while Verizon Wireless ranked the highest, mocoNews reports. Full Article at Mobile Burn

Is it possible that AT&T is getting a bad rap? It is hard to be sympathetic to such an unsympathetic company, but suppose AT&T isn't quite as bad as everyone assumes? Or more likely, that other carriers aren't much better? Full Article at PC World

MYFOXNY.COM - Consumer Reports says one out of four people polled say they plan on giving less in tips this holiday season. Full Article at WNYW | Fox 5 New York

It wasn’t enough that Consumer Reports ranked AT&T dead last with an overall ranking of “poor” for service but it also noted that “if you’re readying to buy Apple’s iPhone, prepare for possible disappointment with its service.” The real kicker comes a... Full Article at Between the Lines

ShopSmart, the shopping magazine from the publisher of Consumer Reports, recently investigated common food label tricks used by manufacturers and offers tips on how to navigate past them Food marketers know we all want food that’s good for us and... Full Article at Lawrence Journal World

Given the state of the economy and your bank account, purchasing gifts for certain friends and family may not be possible this holiday season. But no need to worry if that is your situation. Full Article at Recordnet.com

New York, 4:13 AM Wed Dec 2 73 posts in the last 24 hours New: Breaking news and daily top stories via email 9515 Subscribers Send a link to this post '' via email: Please enter your name. Please enter a valid email address. Full Article at Journerdism

Drivers who tailgate? Shouting on TV or radio shows? Unscooped dog poop? Full Article at Philadelphia Inquirer

DETROIT — As part of his bid to make General Motors' management appear more accessible and responsive coming out of bankruptcy, Chief Executive Fritz Henderson set up a Web page called Tell Fritz. Full Article at The Seattle Times