# Novelty Self-Stirring Mugs This Misleading Mug Looks Like a Canon 24 Camera Lens By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-06-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfstirring-mug References: [petapixel](http://petapixel.com/2016/06/20/canon-24-105mm-lens-mug-will-stir-drinks/) & [store.boingboing.net](https://store.boingboing.net/sales/self-stirring-camera-lens-mug?utm_source=boingboing.net&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=self-stirring-camera-lens-mug_062616) This self-stirring mug is insulated to keep hot drinks warm and cold drinks cool. On the outside, this thermos-style mug looks like the [Canon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagestabilization-camera) 25-105 mm f/4 lens, which costs $1,000. In reality, it is a relatively inexpensive mug that is meant to hold hot or cold beverages -- which is clear when the top is twisted off to reveal a stainless steel, insulated interior. With two AAA batteries, the mug can stir one's beverage of choice by itself with the simple flick of a switch. The self-stirring mug's small shape makes it portable and convenient for commuters. This mug's unique concept and affordable price tag make it the perfect gift for coffee drinkers with a love of photography. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Self-stirring Technology:** Opportunity to apply self-stirring technology to various household items and kitchenware. - **Disguised Designs:** Potential for creating products that mimic the appearance of high-end or iconic objects while serving a different purpose. - **Convenience for Commuters:** Market potential for portable and convenient products that cater to the needs of commuters. ### Who This Affects Most - **Kitchenware:** Innovation opportunity for kitchenware manufacturers to incorporate self-stirring technology in their products. - **Gifts and Novelties:** Market potential for novelty items that mimic the appearance of luxurious or iconic objects. - **Travel Accessories:** Opportunity for travel accessory manufacturers to create convenient products for commuters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sensor-Packed Smart Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextmug.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 Control Smart Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temperature-control-smart-mug.md) - [Capacious Heated Coffee Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ember-tumbler.md) - [AI-Enhanced Smart Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelmug.md) - [Utensil Holding Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1handmug.md) - [Twisting Coffee Brewing Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qterra-craft-travel-brewer.md) - [Coffee-Cooling Travel Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beverage-tumbler.md)