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• Rrrrrrrobots! The search for the ideal animatronic pet.
  Daniel Engber Dec. 16, 2008
  
• Shop Till They Drop How to buy all your holiday gifts at going-out-of-business sales.
  Noreen Malone Dec. 9, 2008
  
• Mmm … Turk'y The search for a palatable vegetarian bird.
  Juliet Lapidos Nov. 25, 2008
  
• Show Me My Money What's the best software for keeping track of your personal finances?
  Mason Currey Oct. 7, 2008
  
• Home Slice What's the best household paper shredder?
  Laura Moser Sept. 30, 2008
  
• What's the Buzz? Morning Spark oatmeal, Jolt energy gum, and the search for the perfect caffeine-infused snack.
  Mason Currey Aug. 19, 2008
  
• Easy on the Eyes The best—and best-looking—swim goggles.
  Juliet Lapidos Aug. 12, 2008
  
• You Are Now Free To Move Your Kid About the Country The best (and worst) travel gear for parents.
  Sara Mosle Aug. 5, 2008
  
• Getting Steamed What's the best handheld fabric steamer—and can it replace your iron?
  Laura Moser May 6, 2008
  
• Pop Off What's the best popcorn popper?
  Torie Bosch March 27, 2008
  
• Get Misty for Me Humidifiers to help you through the winter.
  Laura Moser Jan. 31, 2008