Induction cooking is entirely different from all other cooking technologies. Induction uses an electromagnetic field below the glass cooktop surface that transfers current directly to the magnetic cookware, causing it to heat up. Note: Use only induction safe cookware with this product. The cookware will only get hot if it is magnetic and if food/liquid is in the pan. Key product features include: portable so users can take it anywhere, sleekly modern with a black and stainless finish, dual burners, powerful 1800W output, weighs less than 13 lbs., can be used virtually anywhere with electricity, timer function, automatic turn off (prevents overheating), 6' electric power cord (110V, 60H x 15A) and a one-year parts and labor warranty.