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# Tech-Savvy Drink Warmers
‘Gradient' by Dmitriy Shcherbakov Has an LED Screen

By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-06-05 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gradient-by-dmitriy-shcherbakov
References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/gradient-portable-electric-device-to-keep-your-beverages-warm-or-cold) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/public/individual_details.asp?individual_id=164627)

Gradient is a [portable electric drink warmer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reheatly). On an integrated LED screen, you can [monitor the temperature of your drink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temperature-control-smart-mug) for a perfect cup of coffee.

Not only does Gradient keep your hot drinks hot, it also serves as a [beverage chiller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-can). The bottom of this unit has a built-in hot plate, while the top turns on to refrigerate.

**Implications** - It's remarkable to see how this product combines two incredibly useful functions (heating and cooling) while also giving users a greater level of control over their beverages. This is easily the most compact and user-friendly gadget to offer this level of convenience, and the audacity of this achievement is one that definitely should inspire other companies around the world.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.7/10
- Popularity: 7% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Portable Electric Drink Warmers:** The market for portable electric drink warmers is expanding as consumers seek convenient ways to keep their drinks at the perfect temperature.
- **Integrated LED Screens:** The integration of LED screens in drink warmers provides users with real-time temperature monitoring and greater control over their beverage experience.
- **Dual-function Beverage Chillers:** The rise of dual-function drink warmers and beverage chillers offers consumers the versatility to enjoy both hot and cold beverages with a single device.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies have the opportunity to develop innovative and user-friendly portable drink warmers with integrated LED screens.
- **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore the incorporation of dual-function drink warmers and chiller units to enhance the drinking experience for consumers.
- **Appliances and Home Goods:** Appliance and home goods manufacturers can capitalize on the growing demand for portable electric drink warmers by creating compact and efficient products for everyday use.

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