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Hot toys 2008


At this year's annual Toy Test, we gathered 47 kids, ages 6 through 12 years, to test 24 toys. Included were remote-controlled vehicles, arts and crafts kits, "spy" gadgets, building sets, a racetrack set, an electronic pet, and more.

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Carseats

Car seats

Some infant car seats are easier to install than others. Our Ratings

Sunscreens

Sunscreens

Our Ratings compare UVA and UVB protection. Our Ratings

Toy test 2006

Toys

Which toys are best for a range of interests? Our Ratings

Bike helmets

Bike helmets

We test crash protection, strap strength, and more. Our Ratings

Cookies

Chocolate-chip cookies

The best store-bought dough

MP3 player

iPods and MP3 Players

Which digital music player performed best? Our Ratings
Test labs
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