USA TODAY International Edition
EDITOR’S CHOICE WINNERS
KLIPSCH X10
About $ 140 online
Lightweight, portable in- ear headphones are a must for many on- thego music lovers, and when it comes to noise isolation, the X10 are nearly impossible to beat. Likely thanks to the tiny form, these in- ears block an incredible amount of outside noise — even in the tough- to- block low end. The impressive noise cancellation is also matched by distortion- free tunes and comfort. To top it off, silicone tips in multiple sizes are included.
SAMSUNG UN46F5000AF About $ 175 - $ 760 online ( 22 to 50- inch screen)
Samsung makes frequent headlines with splashy, high- end TVs, but also makes solid, simple and inexpensive models such as the F5000 LED line. Eschewing features such as Internet apps and 3- D, these TVs do nothing more than deliver great color and contrast at an affordable price.
ELECTROLUX EI30EC45KS
$ 1,299 MSRP
If you’re hosting holiday meals and have an all- electric kitchen, you should check out this cooktop from Electrolux. The 30- inch surface has four heating elements and a wide range of available temperatures that’ll sauté or simmer. With a sleek look that skips knobs in favor of smooth touch- activated controls, it’s a fashionable statement for the modern home.
THERMADOR SGSX365FS
$ 1,899 MSRP
With some heavyweight holidays on the horizon, it might be time to consider an upgrade in your kitchen. This 36- inch Thermador gas cooktop offers outstanding cooking performance, with looks to match. With five burners, heavyduty cast- iron grates and the ability to reach impressively low temperatures, it’s more than up to the Thanksgiving challenge.