Eva Rubenov — July 14, 2006 — Unique
References: hammacher & newlaunches
We need more innovation and design for ordinary tools and accessories. Otherwise, we haven't made much progress from the days of the caveman. The device shown is a battery operated self-stirring coffee mug. It spins at 3,000 rpms, which is faster than you... so it probably works.
"A favorite gift among our customers, this mug has a miniature battery-operated propeller at the bottom of the well that spins at 3,000 rpms at the touch of a button on the handle, automatically stirring your beverage and eliminating the need to dispose of stirrers or find a place to leave coffee-dampened spoons. At your command the propeller re-stirs mugs of hot chocolate, coffee, or tea, preventing chocolate or sugar from settling out of solution, and overcoming the traditional challenge of adequately mixing honey in a hot drink. The mug includes a lid to keep contents from spilling and to retain heat, and the lid can be placed underneath the mugs base as an impromptu coaster. The mug is lightweight injection-molded plastic sheathed in a stainless steel exterior. Requires two AA batteries. Set of two. (9 oz.)" - Hammacher Schlemmer
"A favorite gift among our customers, this mug has a miniature battery-operated propeller at the bottom of the well that spins at 3,000 rpms at the touch of a button on the handle, automatically stirring your beverage and eliminating the need to dispose of stirrers or find a place to leave coffee-dampened spoons. At your command the propeller re-stirs mugs of hot chocolate, coffee, or tea, preventing chocolate or sugar from settling out of solution, and overcoming the traditional challenge of adequately mixing honey in a hot drink. The mug includes a lid to keep contents from spilling and to retain heat, and the lid can be placed underneath the mugs base as an impromptu coaster. The mug is lightweight injection-molded plastic sheathed in a stainless steel exterior. Requires two AA batteries. Set of two. (9 oz.)" - Hammacher Schlemmer
Trend Themes
1. Battery-operated Mugs - Opportunity for innovative battery-operated mugs that can stir beverages automatically without the need for traditional stirrers.
2. Multi-purpose Mugs - Opportunity for mugs that have additional features such as spill-proof lids and built-in coasters.
3. Convenience in Beverage Mixing - Opportunity for inventions that aim to make beverage mixing more convenient and efficient for everyday use.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchenware - Opportunity for companies in the kitchenware industry to develop and market innovative self-stirring mugs.
2. Consumer Electronics - Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create battery-operated mugs with advanced stirring mechanisms.
3. Hospitality - Opportunity for the hospitality industry to provide guests with self-stirring mugs as a convenient and unique offering.
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