The Magic Bullet differs from other blenders in that there is no on/off switch. The appliance is used by attaching a blade attachment to the desired cup and fitting the assembly upside down on top of the base. The base contains the motor that turns the blade, which is inside the cup. When the cup... MORE

The Magic Bullet differs from other blenders in that there is no on/off switch. The appliance is used by attaching a blade attachment to the desired cup and fitting the assembly upside down on top of the base. The base contains the motor that turns the blade, which is inside the cup. When the cup and blade are pressed down and turned, the motor engages and spins the blade. When the cup is removed from the base, the motor turns off.