There are gadgets that are perfect for showing off your connected and tech-savvy home to your friends, but what's really interesting is that some of them can be incredibly practical in everyday life. Because who hasn't had their coffee or tea get cold after making it and then sitting down to read a couple of emails on the computer or check social media on their phone? Well, these smart mugs solve that problem.
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We admit we're big fans of those small and not-so-small gadgets that make our lives easier every day. Some of them you've probably heard of. For example, robot vacuum cleaners, smart thermostats, sensors, and other types of devices designed to simplify daily life by embracing the idea of ​​a connected and technologically advanced home.
However, there are also other devices that can be really useful now that many are going or are going to continue working more from home than from the office. We are talking about smart cups, a type of product that, depending on the model, allows you to keep the drink hot or cold.
Isn't that the same as a thermos or thermal bottle? In part you could say yes. Although some models go far beyond a simple system that maintains the temperature or a screen that informs us of the temperature. There are models that even allow you to connect the cup to a smartphone application to control the temperature. So it depends on what you need, but take a look anyway.
EmberMug
Ember is a brand already known by lovers of technology, Apple products and the connected home. The company that makes them has nothing to do with the one that makes the iPhone and Mac, but it is true that for a while it was one of the prominent products sold in the Apple Store.
This ceramic mug is a prime example of smart home accessories. Available in black and white, it not only heats your beverage, but its most striking and interesting feature is that it can be controlled via a mobile app (iOS and Android).
In other words, if you like your coffee at a specific temperature and you're the type who gets distracted while writing or checking social media, don't worry. With this mug, and for 60 minutes—the duration of the built-in battery—you can keep your drink at the perfect temperature.
The only problem is that it is a product with a high price and it may not compensate you as much anymore. But it is interesting and as a gift you are sure to hit the mark.
See offer on AmazonEmber Travel Mug
If you liked the previous Ember mug, you might like this one even more. The first one was designed for home or office use, while this new model, the Ember travel mug, is perfect to take with you wherever you go.
It acts as a thermos, ideal for having coffee on the way to class or work in your own vehicle or public transport. With the same functions and control options as the previous one, it is another flashy product that its price points away from many interested users.
See offer on AmazonPaltier Smart Cup
The Paltier Smart Cup is an interesting base, and it also includes its own cup, which allows you to not only heat your drink but also cool it. This makes it much more appealing, especially now that summer and warmer weather are approaching.
With a distinctive design and two clearly differentiated zones, one of the bases is designed to heat the drink to about 50º and the other to cool the drink (between 8º and 12º C, which by the way could easily be in a can).
Using an LED indicator is how you know if it is heating or cooling. As we said, if in addition to keeping your coffee hot in winter you are interested in having your soft drink cold in summer (a process that takes about 15 minutes if it is at room temperature), the truth is that it is quite attractive and its price is not excessive either.
See offer on AmazonCosori base and cup
Cosori is one of the highest-rated manufacturers and one of the best-selling coffee and beverage warmer sets . This set not only includes the warmer but also a mug designed to improve heat conductivity between the warmer and the drink. This results in greater efficiency, although you can still use your favorite mug.
With a price of around 50 euros, this base is capable of maintaining the heat of the drink between 25º C and 70º C. To do this, all you have to do is, how could it be otherwise, plug the base into the electric current.
See offer on Amazonelectric heater base
Finally, although there are many similar options, this simple base only heats or maintains the temperature of the liquid in the cup placed on top. It features an LED indicator that you can set to red or blue.
The only negative point to look for is the lack of a temperature indicator. This would be especially useful if you leave it on. Because you could get a scare if you accidentally touch it.
See offer on AmazonAs you can see, these are the kind of devices designed for home use that you might find very useful. They're the most attractive options in terms of price and features. There are other heating pads, but they either cost more or are less appealing for other reasons that affect the overall experience. The only option that doesn't make the cut is the Muggo travel mug . And it's not because it's a bad option; on the contrary, it's similar to the Ember one, with the ability to adjust the temperature via integrated touch controls. The problem is that it's only available through Amazon.com, and shipping costs push the price to over two hundred euros. But if you want to treat yourself, here you go.
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