Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. Before we get into why the microwave’s defrost ...

Technical devices sometimes have the annoying habit of drawing attention to themselves through beeping or other noises. What manufacturers consider practical can annoy users, such as with microwaves.

All-in-one kitchen appliances are getting more popular by the day, and it’s easy to see why. When one gadget can handle multiple tasks, there’s no need to clutter your kitchen with extra devices – it ...