# Mug Warming Wands The With Me Portable Heating Stick Keeps Your Hot Beverages Hot By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-09-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heating-stick References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2014/09/coffee-wand-keeps-beverages-warm-winter.html) & [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2014/09/18/hot-cuppa-love/) This portable heating stick is the perfect thing to keep your [warm beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temperature-control-smart-mug) just that. With Me can also be used to create hot drinks lickety-split. So whether you prefer to sip your hot tea slowly or you need a quick and easy way to warm up some milk, this is the product for you. The stick inserts into your mug, but also has a clip so you don't have to worry about it getting lost. With winter right around the corner and autumn well and truly upon us, this wand-like heating stick is a must-have. It would also come in very handy if you enjoy [camping or other outdoor activities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cellphone-hand-warmer) this time of year. The With Me heating stick is designed by Kim Hee-Kyung, Kim Hyun-Young, Ryu Byung-Kwan and Mirin. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Heating Sticks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create portable heating sticks as a must-have item for the winter season and for outdoor activities. - **Quick Hot Beverage Makers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create quick hot beverage makers for people who want to enjoy their hot drinks fast and easy - **Smart Mug Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create smart mug accessories that keep beverages warm and also have features such as temperature control and tracking. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** The portable heating sticks could be produced by consumer electronics companies as a new addition to their product lines. - **Kitchen Appliances:** Companies that manufacture kitchen appliances could produce quick hot beverage makers as a new and innovative kitchen gadget for home use. - **Travel Gear:** Companies that sell travel gear could produce smart mug accessories as an essential item for commuters or frequent travelers who need to keep their beverages warm. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candle Coffee Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warmer-concept.md) - [Smart Temperature Control Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-temperature-control-technology.md) - [Connected Temperature-Controlled Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cera-m14-mug.md) - [Temperature-Regulating Coffee Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauldryn-coffee-pro.md) - [Sensor-Packed Smart Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextmug.md) - [App-Connected Heated Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cera-smart-mug-2.md) - [Magnetic Battery Heated Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-coffee-mug.md) - [Three-in-One Heated Water Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-water-cup.md) - [Self-Heating Drink Flasks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimos-vacuum-flask.md)