February's Mobile App of the Month
Smartphones have become our information hub – it’s our portal to the latest news, weather, games and much more. As such, we will be blogging a monthly App of the Month feature – spotlighting some of the coolest apps developed by our benefit providers. And of course, if you don't have a smartphone yet, you can save 15% on wireless calling and data plans with AT&T.
This month we want to highlight the myriad of excellent apps by Consumer Reports. These apps are created to make your life much easier as consumers. Consumer Reports is a union-organized company, delivering great consumer advice, lab-tested ratings on thousands of brand-name products – all with the goal of helping you become a more informed, savvier consumer. And their apps help further their mission.
With 10 different apps developed serving specific functions – we want to specifically highlight 3 which we have found very useful:
1. Consumer Reports News & Video
- Provides the latest info, news and advice on top categories such as Car, Electronics, Money, Home & Garden, Babies & Kids, Safety, Health
- Read the latest product recalls
- Access to consumer blogs written by expert testers and editors at Consumer Reports
For more info and to download, click here.
2. Consumer Reports Mobile Shopper 2012
Winner of 2010 DPAC Best Mobile App
- Search, browse, or scan a barcode to access product info, pricing, reviews, and online and local shopping
- Buying advice and Ratings for our most popular products including Appliances, Electronics, Babies & Kids, Home & Garden, Food, and Car Parts
- Save products for quick and easy access whenever you need it ─ wherever you are
For more info and to download, click here.
3. Consumer Reports Hospital Ratings for iPhone
- Search for hospitals nearest to you, by zip code, by state or by name
- Access hospital ratings based on survey responses from millions of patients, include data on infections and readmissions for each hospital
- Compare hospitals side by side to help you make the best choice on where to receive care
For more info and download, click here.
REMINDER: Union members also save on ConsumerReports.org subscriptions - and each subscription includes free access to the Consumer Reports Mobile™ website.
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