Tesla Model S gets Consumer Reports' top score
The Tesla Motors Inc. Model S electric car has tied an older Lexus for the highest score ever recorded in Consumer Reports magazine's automotive testing.
May 09, 2013
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May 09, 2013
4.1 / 5 (17)
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Why we love it or hate it: The 3 E's
Why do brands such as Manchester United and Apple capture hearts and minds? When consumers feel a strong emotional attachment to a brand, there is seemingly nothing we would not do–from paying more for it to defending it ...
May 09, 2013
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A seller's conspicuous consumption may undermine bond with consumers
(Phys.org) —What kind of judgments do buyers make based on the way a sellers present themselves? How do these judgments impact buyers' willingness to close a sale? Penn State Smeal College of Business researcher Lisa Bolton ...
May 09, 2013
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Electric car maker Tesla posts first profit
Tesla Motors said Wednesday it posted its first-ever quarterly profit as the electric carmaker beat its own forecasts and surprised market analysts.
May 08, 2013
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Feds get closer look at fake mobile bill charges
(AP)—When a mysterious, unauthorized fee appears on your cellphone bill, it's called "cramming" and consumer advocates and regulators worry it's emerging as a significant problem as people increasingly ditch their landlines ...
May 08, 2013
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The impact of consumption goals on flat-rate choice
Can you imagine a world where a subway ride becomes the highlight of your day? Where going to the laundromat isn't such a dreary duty? A recent study published in the Journal of Service Research found that our perception of cer ...
May 08, 2013
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Google Glass can take photo with a wink
If you see someone wearing Google Glass wink at you, you might want to get out of the way because they're probably not flirting with you.
May 03, 2013
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More videogame players moving online
More than seven in 10 Americans who play videogames are now doing so online, a survey showed Thursday.
May 02, 2013
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Research project studies fungi found in popular drink
(Phys.org) —A research project at Indiana State University into a popular packaged drink has found five types of fungus.
May 01, 2013
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Explosion in online consumer data collection poses major threat, expert says
A marketing expert at the University of Sydney Business School has warned of a mounting threat to privacy posed by a massive increase in consumer information being amassed in a way that does not comply with ...
Apr 30, 2013
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Consumer confidence withstands Boston bombing
The overall level of consumer confidence declined in April from March, but was identical to last April's reading, according to University of Michigan economist Richard Curtin, director of the Thomson Reuters/University ...
Apr 29, 2013
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Google Glass for consumers will 'take a while', Schmidt says
Consumers can expect to wait a while before they're able to lay their hands on Google's much-hyped Internet-connected eyewear, Google executive chairman Eric Schmidt said Friday.
Apr 26, 2013
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Senate chairman calls for 'Do Not Track' bill
A top Senate Democrat says the advertising industry is ignoring consumers' requests not to be tracked online and that it's probably time for federal regulation.
Apr 24, 2013
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Online privacy is evolving. Does it matter to you? (Update)
(AP)—Online privacy rules are changing. The question now is how much consumers will care.
Apr 24, 2013
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Common component strategy could improve profits, research shows
(Phys.org) —When designing product lines, one important decision marketing and manufacturing managers must consider is whether to use common or product-specific components. While the use of common components can reduce ...
Apr 23, 2013
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