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GOOGLE NEXUS 5111Winner: An awesome unlocked phone
Strong performance, high-end specs, and an ultra-affordable price make the Google Nexus 5 not just the best unlocked phone on the market, but the best Nexus phone by far.
2523Thinner, faster iPad Air
With faster performance and sleeker design, the new iPad Air is quite simply the best full-size consumer tablet on the market.
3036Everyman's smartphone
Samsung's Galaxy S4 delivers the goods, with a clear 5-inch screen, zippy quad-core processor, and sharp 13-megapixel camera.
4244Affordable TV, amazing picture
The midlevel price and outstanding quality of the Panasonic TC-PST60 series make it our strongest TV recommendation ever. But it won't be around for long.
5057Best Android tablet gets better
There are three main reasons the Nexus 7 is tops: its gorgeous screen, regular Android OS updates, and its bang-for-your-buck value, making it the best Android tablet you can buy.
662Sony PlayStation 4
The PlayStation 4's beautiful graphics, blazing interface, and near-perfect controller make it a worthy successor to the PS3, but it might be wise to wait.
7-6110Superb blend of phone, tablet in one
Samsung's Galaxy Note 3 is the best super-size phablet device we've ever wrapped our hands around.
889iPad Mini with Retina
The new iPad Mini shrinks the iPad Air into an even more compact package, sacrificing nearly nothing, making it the perfect smaller tablet.
9-7216Apple iPhone 5S
The iPhone 5S is not a required upgrade, but it's easily the fastest and most advanced Apple smartphone to date.
10-6429LG's top-notch Android powerhouse
Equipped with a sizable screen, a 13-megapixel camera packed with editing features, and a lightning-fast processor, the unique-looking G2 doesn't shy away from high-powered specs.
1141128Apple TV
While it's still a step behind the Roku 3, the Apple TV is an excellent streaming box, especially for those invested in the Apple ecosystem.
12128IdeaPad Yoga 2 Pro
The Yoga 2 Pro is a better laptop than tablet, but it adds a future-proof, better-than-HD display to what was already our favorite Windows 8 hybrid.
1341331Roku 3
The Roku 3 is the best streaming-video box yet, with tons of content sources, lightning-fast performance, and an innovative remote with built-in headphone jack.
1401419Microsoft Surface Pro 2
Improved battery life and better accessories make the Surface Pro 2 a worthwhile (albeit pricey) laptop replacement, but it's still not an iPad-level category killer.
15-31214HTC One
A few quibbles notwithstanding, the powerhouse HTC One is a beautifully crafted, near-ideal smartphone.
16101663GoPro Hero3
The faster, more powerful Black Edition of the GoPro Hero3 series is easily the best sports camera on the market today.
171715Kindle Fire HDX 8.9
Improving on everything we liked about the HDX 7, the 8.9 version isn't just a great value, it sets the standard for consumer tablets.
18185Microsoft Xbox One
Xbox One goes beyond gaming with its ambitious live TV integration, but its higher price and shaky voice control hold it back.
19-10940Fitbit Force
The Fitbit Force leaps to the top of the fitness tracker heap, with a bright screen, comfortable fit, and a bevy of slick features.
20-11926Asus RT-AC68U router
This spendy router is worth every penny thanks to its stellar performance, solid build, and bounty of useful features.
21-111035Apple MacBook Pro with Retina
This revamp adds modest upgrades for modest improvements, but price cuts to both size models sweeten the deal.
2292220Google Chromecast
The Chromecast stick is a cheap and easy way to add streaming video and music to your TV, but Roku boxes still do more.
23-32064Samsung Galaxy S3
Pumped with high-performing hardware and creative software features, the Galaxy S3 is an excellent, top-end phone that's neck and neck with the HTC One X.
2462443Apple iPad Mini
If you want the full, polished Apple tablet experience in a smaller package, the iPad Mini is worth the premium price. Otherwise, good alternatives are available for less money.
2582513Panasonic TC-P42S60
The Panasonic TC-PS60 plasma TV's low price, high-end picture quality, and bare-bones Smarts make it one of the best values we've ever seen.
26-101612Motorola Droid Maxx
If you can get past its steep price, the massive-screened Motorola Droid Maxx is currently Verizon’s best Android smartphone.
27-19825Kindle Fire HDX 7
Armed with a powerful processor and Amazon's exhaustive content library, the Kindle Fire HDX delivers incredible value for its price.
2862841Bose SoundLink Mini
The Bose SoundLink Mini is one of few standout products in the ultracompact wireless speaker category, featuring top-notch design and great sound for its size.
29-161358Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
While the "all-new" Paperwhite may seem like an unspectacular upgrade on the surface, it's a clear improvement over the original Paperwhite and arguably the best e-reader currently available.
3063018Samsung UN46F8000
The excellent yet expensive Samsung UNF8000 is a tour de force of LED LCD TV design, features, and picture quality.
31-62511Google Nexus 10
The Nexus 10's superior design and swift performance make it one of the best Android tablets to date.
32-102239Motorola Moto X
The Moto X's screen quality and storage capacity lag behind rival phones, but its superb design, voice controls, and long battery life make it a ...
33-102321Apple MacBook Air
Apple keeps the latest updates on the inside, but greatly improved battery life and a lower price make up for a lack of flashy design changes.
3453437Sony STR-DN840
The Sony STR-DN840 is by far the best AV receiver value of the year, offering tons of wireless connectivity and six HDMI inputs for well under $500.
353542Jawbone Up24
If having a screen or Android support isn't a priority, the Jawbone Up24's superb app, clever advice, and comfy fit are hard to resist.
3613630Microsoft Surface 2
The Surface 2 is great for getting work done, but those looking for extensive app support (beyond Office) will prefer top Apple, Android, and Amazon tablets.
37-92872Apple iPhone 5
The iPhone 5 completely rebuilds the iPhone on a framework of new features and design, addressing its major previous shortcomings. It's absolutely the best iPhone ...
3853823Ativ Book 9 Plus
The Samsung Ativ Book 9 is an all-around excellently made Windows touch ultrabook, though it's on the expensive side and doesn't convert to a ...
39-281124Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1
The improved S Pen goes a long way to making this high-end tablet worth the extra cost, but if you're not sold on the stylus, it's easy to find a better deal.
40554017Samsung UN50F6300
Although its picture quality falls short of the competition, the Samsung UNF6300's high-end features and design for a midrange price will win plenty of converts.
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4144154Audio-Technica ATH-M50 headphones
These headphones are among the best available for less than $200, offering excellent sound and build quality.
4244246Samsung Galaxy Tab 3
It costs a bit more than we'd like, but the Galaxy Tab 3 is Samsung’s best non-Note tablet yet.
4354334Panasonic TC-P55VT60
The Panasonic VT60 has one of the best pictures of any TV we've ever reviewed, and matches the best-ever in dark rooms.
4464448Canon PowerShot SX280 HS
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.
45424522Vizio E550i-A0
The Vizio E series offers picture quality nearing the more expensive M series and is a very good choice if you value its Smarts and styling.
46144657Canon EOS Rebel T3i
For the money, the Canon EOS Rebel T3i is a great choice for dSLR videographers--though the cheaper T2i can still suffice if you don't need ...- 47184773
Microsoft Xbox 360 E
The Xbox 360 remains a great video and gaming console, but fans will be better served by older 360 bundles or the Xbox One. 
48284827Vizio M551d-A2R
The Vizio M-Series offers a potent combination of excellent design, decent picture quality, and a pocket-friendly price.
494952Vizio E701i-A3
The Vizio E701i-A3 is an outstanding value as the least expensive LED TV of its size that also offers Smart TV.
505047Asus Transformer Book T100
The Asus Transformer Book T100 revives the Netbook value proposition (and Netbook usability issues) in a budget-price 10-inch laptop that doubles as a tablet.
5175162Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker
While the SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II may no longer be in a group by itself, it's still near the top of the class.
52-114161Officejet Pro 8600 Plus
If you can find a desk to accommodate its large size, this HP all-in-one printer serves up top-shelf output quality at rapid print speeds.
53105332Nikon D5200
The Nikon D5200 makes a great choice for family and vacation photographers.
545456Nokia Lumia 1520
Though it lacks some features found in its big phone rivals, the Nokia Lumia 1520 is a great buy for Windows Phone fans seeking a supersize smartphone with premium hardware.
55-233289Samsung Galaxy Note 2
Samsung delivers a powerful, boundary-pushing device that gets a lot right. Yet its complicated features and high price raise questions about its purpose.
56-352183Sonos Play:1
The Sonos Play:1 finally brings the company's wireless audio magic to the masses, in a fantastically designed compact speaker that's just $199.
57-391870Apple iPhone 5C
The iPhone 5C is a great $99 phone that basically replicates the well-reviewed iPhone 5 in a more colorful case.
58-233566Nokia Lumia 1020
Avid mobile photographers will love the Nokia Lumia 1020's exact controls, but casual users should stick to cheaper camera phones.
595950Sony HT-CT260
The Sony HT-CT260 is our go-to budget sound bar pick, with excellent sound quality, built-in Bluetooth, an adaptable design, and no major missteps.
60-164480Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13
The Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 is a convertible touch-screen laptop/tablet that most importantly doesn't compromise the traditional laptop experience.
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61-2140100Nest Learning Thermostat
The second generation of the energy-saving Nest Learning Thermostat puts this device even further ahead of the competition.
626253Vizio E601i-A3
The Vizio E601i-A3 is the best value yet among big-screen LED TVs.
636359Galaxy S4 Mini
Its reliable specs and availability on four carriers make the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini an easy-to-find midtier buy, but you should also compare the S4 Mini ...
64-75733Asus VivoBook X202E DH31T
It's great to see more touch-screen Windows 8 laptops under $600, but note that the Asus X202E requires some compromises in performance and battery life.
65-273890Canon EOS 70D
An overall excellent camera, but one that fails to capture the best-in-class prize for image quality.
6636638Panasonic TC-L42E60
Charging the right price for a very good picture, Panasonic's E60 LED LCD is one of the best values available among midrange TVs.
67-165191Honeywell Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat
It can compete directly with the Nest Learning Thermostat on features, but it doesn't match the Nest's intuitive design.
68126855Sony KDL-55W900A
The Sony W900A is a fine high-end LED LCD television, with excellent color performance and deep black levels.
69-274265Sony Vaio Tap 11
Sony's thin, powerful Tap 11 tablet shows up the competition in terms of design. It's not ideal for everyone, but only a few tweaks away from being the runaway leader in this smallish category.
70-46645Panasonic TC-P60ZT60
For those who can afford it, the Panasonic TC-PZT60 comes closer than any TV yet to picture-quality perfection.
71-442793Apple iMac 2013
Anyone who bought last year's redesigned iMac doesn't need to upgrade, but for owners of older models or anyone looking to switch, the latest ...
727279Bose Solo TV sound system
Although its sonic talents are comparatively modest, the Bose Solo is an exceedingly handsome and easy-to-use sound bar.
737371Vizio S4251w-B4
Vizio's S4251w-B4 sports rear speakers for unparalleled home theater sonics from a sound bar, although it has some quirks.
74-274769Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II's combination of looks, speed, flexibility, and photo quality makes it a great choice for enthusiasts who can afford the price tag.
757585Bose QuietComfort 20
The Bose QuietComfort 20 offers the best noise-canceling in an in-ear headphone and should tempt frequent travelers looking for a more compact alternative to a full-size NC headphone, such as the Bose QuietComfort 15.
76-472976WD My Cloud
For a low-cost entry-level network storage device, the WD My Cloud is very impressive both in performance and features, making it one of the best deals ...
77-245388Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station
Home users will love the new AirPort Extreme for its all-new elegant design, ease of use, and great performance.
78-225674Asus RT-AC66U
The Asus RT-AC66U is an excellent router and is currently one of the best options among those that support the latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard.
797968Canon EOS Rebel T3
Though it's a perfectly fine entry-level camera, there are better options for the money than the Canon EOS Rebel T3.
80-314997Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
Choose the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active for its sporty style, fast internals, and underwater camera fun, but pass if you're an image snob or seek a truly rugged phone.
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