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If you’ve ever nuked a Hot Pocket or used your microwave to warm up some leftovers, you have a comedy of errors to thank for the convenience. The invention of the all-too-common microwave came down to ...

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Panasonic joins the pack of other microwave manufacturers by releasing a new model that works with Alexa during CES 2022. Users can connect the Panasonic Smart Inverter Countertop Microwave Oven, ...

Can you really set your microwave on fire? It depends. Here's what happens if you put metal in the microwave—and no, don't try it at home. Keep reading, because we’re answering the lingering question ...