From the manufacturer: Sneak-A-Cup Feature: No need to wait for the whole pot! Grab a cup of coffee before brewing ends. Brews Hotter Coffee, Easy Pour, Non-Drip Carafe: Improved pouring and easy cleaning. Exclusive Vortex Technology: Exclusive technology allows for improved water flow to evenly saturate coffee grounds for maximum flavor. Removable Filter Basket: The dishwasher safe basket makes cleanup a breeze. Features: Sneak-A-Cup Feature Brews Hotter Coffee, Easy Pour, Non-Drip Carafe Exclusive Vortex Technology Removable Filter Basket Easy On/Off Switch Easy On/Off Switch: Indicator switch lights up when coffeemaker is on. BLACK+DECKER 12-Cup Coffeemaker, Black, CM0915BKD: Get your mornings started with the BLACK+DECKER 12-Cup Coffeemaker. Featuring our exclusive Vortex Technology, optimal water flow evenly saturates coffee grounds for maximum flavor. Plus, with the Sneak-A-Cup feature, there’s no need to wait for the whole pot—grab a cup of coffee before brewing ends and get started with your day. With the easy pour, non-drip carafe, you won’t waste a drop thanks to the improved pouring. The “Keep Warm” carafe plate will keep the rest of the coffee in the pot hot until you’re ready for a refill. The nonstick plate also resists stains and easily wipes clean. When you’re done, the removable filter basket can be placed in the dishwasher for simple cleanup. Product Description: BLACK+DECKER 12-Cup Coffee Maker with Easy On/Off Switch, Easy Pour, Non-Drip Carafe with Removable Filter Basket, Black. This Coffee Maker is your kitchen friendly coffee maker, with just a flip of a switch you get up to 12 cups of hot coffee ready to go. And with the Sneak-A-Cup™ Feature, you can grab a cup of coffee before brewing ends. Includes a removable filter basket that is dishwasher safe. VORTEX TECHNOLOGY: The exclusive showerhead design evenly saturates coffee grounds, resulting in rich flavor extraction for maximum flavor. SNEAK-A-CUP: This feature temporarily stops the flow of coffee, allowing you to pour your first cup before brewing ends without making a mess. Be sure to return carafe to the “Keep Hot” plate within 30 seconds to avoid overflow, and brewing will resume. NO-DRIP PERFECT POUR SPOUT: Don’t put up with annoying spills. The carafe spout on this coffee maker is designed to prevent spills and drips while pouring. REMOVABLE FILTER BASKET: Cleanup is easy with the dishwasher-safe brew basket, which is compatible with basket-style paper filters. KEEP HOT CARAFE PLATE: The heated carafe plate keeps coffee in the 12-cup carafe at the ideal drinking temperature after brewing. Refer to your user guide for more brewing techniques.