With the Super Bowl on Sunday and the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics a week away, some might be thinking of buying a big-screen TV. Pat Foran has some suggestions.

Washing machines have dropped considerably in price. But the question remains: Should you go with a top or side-loading machine? Pat Foran crunches the numbers for you.

Home insurance rates are going up, so it's very important that you shop around to make sure you get the best deal. Pat Foran has some tips.

If you're thinking of buying a laptop or upgrading, now might be a good time to make a move. Pat Foran has the story.

Laser hair removal has been growing in popularity for at least a decade, but the treatments don't work for everyone. Pat Foran investigates.

A lifetime warranty sounds like it's until death do you and the product part. But as Pat Foran explains, there are loopholes in many of these warranties.

If you own one of the Toyota models with a sticky accelerator, there's some things you need to know. Pat Foran has the details.

With gold prices hitting $1,100 per ounce, more people are turning in their old gold jewelry for cash. Pat Foran has advice on getting the most money for your old gold.

Pat Foran with updates on the Toyota accelerator recall, the home renovation tax credit, big box thefts and thumbs-down reviews of infomercial products.

With tax season approaching, Pat Foran said some citizens could get an unpleasant surprise if they don't pay federal tax but try to claim the Home Renovation Tax Credit.

Digital cameras seem to be getting smaller and smarter. One model this year has a built-in projector. However, Pat Foran reviews that product and talks about some value cameras.

It isn't hard to find people dissatisfied with their cellphone company. The answer for those people may well be the pay-as-you-go option. Pat Foran.

Some thieves are staking out big box electronic stores, following shoppers home and then stealing their new possession. Pat Foran has the story.

Some Canadians haven't paid off their Christmas credit card bills from last year yet. However, it can make sense to buy on credit at times. Pat Foran has more.

Having a good scale is an important part of weight maintenance. Pat Foran will tell you which ones offer the best value.

The federal government has given the go-ahead to Globalive. With any luck, more competition could mean cheaper cellphone bills for Canadians. Pat Foran has more.

The rise of digital images has changed the nature of photography. This has some companies trying to make it easier for people to put their pictures in print. Pat Foran has more.

Not comfortable with the idea of using a Christmas tree once and tossing it out? An alternative is growing in popularity. Pat Foran reports.

If you've spent the money on a high-quality flat-panel TV, you might want to invest in additional speakers. Pat Foran has more.

In Ontario, 9,000 people per year are treated for falling off ladders. A proportion of those are related to Christmas-tree light installation. There may be a better way. Pat Foran has more.

Sirius Satellite Radio says it now has more than one million paying customers in Canada -- proof Canadians are serious about valuing commercial-free and exclusive content. Pat Foran reports.

Infomercials have become a staple of TV life, but testers have found the products they hawk don't offer much value for money. Pat Foran has more.

Ontario has shifted its regulations. Registered auto dealers must disclose the true condition and history of a vehicle. Pat Foran has more.

The North American International Auto Show in Detroit is giving a peak at the future of vehicles. Expect future cars to be leaner and greener. Pat Foran has mrore.

Unintended acceleration, thermostat-less heaters and turntable comebacks are all stories that registered with Consumer Alert viewers. Pat Foran has more.

With 15 per cent of gift cards never reimbursed, almost $1 billion worth of the cards' value is wasted every year in Canada. Now there's a way to sell unwanted gift cards. Pat Foran has more.

Elliptical trainers can provide a great workout, but the cheapest models aren't a bargain. Pat Foran has test results for models ranging from $800 to $4,000 in price.

Google has made a strategic bet that the future of computing will be in the palm of your hand. Pat Foran reviews the Nexus One smartphone from the tech giant.

Unintended acceleration of one's car can be scary and dangerous. But a new technology called 'smart throttle' will allow the brake to override the accelerator. Pat Foran has more.

Got a gift this Christmas that just isn't going to work out? Well, returning it might be harder that you think. Pat Foran reports.

Space heaters have gotten much safer over the years. If you used them to lower your thermostat, they can actually save you some money. Pat Foran has some recommendations.

You open up a big bag of chips and find it's only half-full. Manufacturers have their excuses, but Pat Foran says one major reason is marketing.

A cordless drill can be a very handy addition to the handyperson's toolbox, but shop around to make sure you're getting value for money. Pat Foran has tips on the best models.

Get ready for a Boxing Day blow-out as retailers prepare to slash deals like never before.

So you've really, really waited until the last minute. Gift cards are a very flexible gift, but they can be gold for retailers as 15 per cent never get used. Pat Foran has more.

There are some unique ways to help poor families around the world for about the price of a video game. Pat Foran has more.

The deadline is running out for getting gifts shipped in time for Christmas. Pat Foran checks out which might be the cheapest courier option for you.

Many people have been burned by marketers pitching energy contracts. Will the province's new rules help? Pat Foran has more.

Vinyls is making a comeback and turntables are cool once again. Strangely enough, it's teens driving the trend. They say vinyl sounds better. Pat Foran has more.

A consumer group says the popular Zhu Zhu toy hamsters contain a cancer-causing chemical, but there is debate over the nature of the threat. Pat Foran has more.

Digital cameras seem to be getting smaller and smarter. One model this year has a built-in projector. However, Pat Foran reviews that product and talks about some value cameras.

Coffee sales are bubbling, but do you really need to spend a lot of money for a good cuppa? Pat Foran reviews test results from Consumer Report magazine.

It isn't hard to find people dissatisfied with their cellphone company. The answer for those people may well be the pay-as-you-go option. Pat Foran.