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TiltShift Video (iOS)

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Good: TiltShift Video lets you fine-tune all the elements that make up the tilt-shift effect and apply them to both photos and video.
Bad: There is no in-app camera to shoot video and no sharing options when you're finished.
Bottom Line: TiltShift Video is a great option for giving your photos and videos that miniaturized effect, but adds more work than necessary without key features. [Read more]

Vodio (Android)

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Good: Vodio comes with over 100 curated channels, so you can personalize your video-watching experience. The video history and watch later queue both come in handy.
Bad: If you view a search result, Vodio annoyingly saves it to your dock without asking. Also, there's no way to rearrange channels in your dock once they're added.
Bottom Line: Vodio's customization options and huge selection of curated channels make it an attractive download for finding and watching videos online. [Read more]

Onkyo TX-NR525

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Good: The Onkyo TX-NR525 is a solid value, especially considering its affordable wireless accessories for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It also has six HDMI inputs, plus extensive networking features, including onboard streaming-audio support for Pandora, Spotify, Rhapsody, Slacker, and Internet radio.
Bad: For $50 more, Sony's STR-DN840 offers built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay. And while the option to use accessories is nice, you can only use one at a time.
Bottom Line: Onkyo's TX-NR525 is a solid AV receiver value, especially considering its affordable accessories, but competitors offer integrated wireless features for not much more. [Read more]

Samsung Galaxy Amp (Aio Wireless)

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Good: The entry-level Samsung Galaxy Amp runs Android 4.1, gives strong call quality, and has a solid 5-megapixel camera.
Bad: There's no LTE on the Galaxy Amp, internal memory is abysmal, and the phone is only available in a handful of cities.
Bottom Line: If you're within newbie Aio Wireless' tiny network and looking for an affordable Android phone, the Samsung Galaxy Amp is a good buy. [Read more]

LG Optimus F7

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Good: The LG Optimus F7 has a vivid 4.7-inch screen, a zippy dual-core processor, and excellent battery life.
Bad: The Optimus F7 has slow 3G data speeds, and its speaker is poor.
Bottom Line: Competitively priced, stylish, and sporting great mid-tier specs, the LG Optimus F7 is an excellent handset for U.S. Cellular customers. [Read more]

2013 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged

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Good: The 2013 Range Rover Supercharged is a true go-anywhere vehicle; its Terrain Response 2 system takes all of the guesswork out of maximizing off-road performance. Cabin comfort is exceedingly good. Fuel economy isn't bad for a vehicle of this size.
Bad: The infotainment system buries many of the best tech features deep within touch-screen menus. The voice-control system also forces the driver to deal with multiple prompts and confirmations.
Bottom Line: The 2013 Range Rover Supercharged is like buying two exceptional vehicles in one: a rugged off-road SUV and a well-appointed luxury car. [Read more]

Canon PowerShot SX280 HS (Black)

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Good: The Canon PowerShot SX280 HS has shooting modes for every type of photographer from casual to advanced; a useful long zoom lens with excellent image stabilization; and overall excellent photo and video quality for a compact megazoom.
Bad: Battery life is short, especially if you use the Wi-Fi and GPS features or movie capture. The flash isn't in a great location, and there are no easy panorama or HDR shooting options.
Bottom Line: Wi-Fi connectivity and a new processor help make Canon's PowerShot SX280 HS one of the top compact megazooms available. But you'd better load up on batteries. [Read more]

Canon PowerShot SX280 HS (Red)

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Samsung UN46F8000

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Good: The Samsung UNF8000 LED LCD TV delivers excellent picture quality with deep black levels, accurate color, effective video processing and a uniform screen; stunning minimalist design with hairline bezel and low-profile stealth stand; mind-boggling feature list with touch-pad remote, IR blaster with cable box control, four pairs of 3D glasses, motion and voice command, and the industry's most capable Smart TV platform.
Bad: Extremely expensive; cable box control scheme still inadequate for heavy DVR users; introduces significant input lag.
Bottom Line: The excellent yet expensive Samsung UNF8000 is a tour de force of LED LCD TV design, features and picture quality. [Read more]

Samsung UN60F8000