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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Aldi's new £10 gadget 'so handy' for making notes is 'life hack'
Shoppers say they 'need' the new product that could help make daily chores easier to complete It's no secret that most of us love a life hack to make our routines a bit easier, and Aldi's latest Specialbuys range is designed to do just that. The supermarket has launched a new "Life Hacks range" ideal for shoppers who want a quick fix for common problems. The new range, available in stores from July 13, includes household items, such as a robotic vacuum cleaner and a smart kettle. Aldi said: "These ingenious gadgets offer clever shortcuts to aid everything from stress-free mornings to spotless homes, with prices starting at just £5.99. "Aldi's life hack heroes will be in stores from 13th July, but shoppers best be quick, as with all Specialbuys, once they're gone, they're gone!" Options include a Wooden Wireless Charging Clock and Pet Auto Waterer. There's also a £9.99 item that has delighted shoppers on social media: the Mini Thermal Printer. Aldi said the printer helps shoppers "print photos and notes on the go." As such, it could simplify various tasks, from making a checklist for your weekly chores to planning a shopping list. Alternatively, you could use the printer for quick photos, just like Aldi did in a post showcased on its Instagram. In a photo shared on social media by @aldispecialbuysuk, the printer is seen in action, printing black and white photos of the supermarket and Kevin the Carrot. The caption read: "Don't mind Admin being sentimental and printing a few of our fave pics. Who needs to grab one of these for their photo wall? Mini Thermal Printer £9.99 in store now!" The post received thousands of views and wowed shoppers who reacted in the comment section. One excited commenter wrote: "I feel this is very needed so us!!" A fan echoed: "NEED." @aldispecialbuysuk replied: "It's so handy." Someone else commented: "Love that Kevin is there!" Other commenters said they'd struggled to find the printer in their local store. One response read: "Hi these look great - are they available at all stores? Our local never heard of them!!" @aldispecialbuysuk said: "Our Specialbuys are stocked in all our UK stores, while stock lasts." A second said: "Tried to find in my local one and they hadn't arrived," but a later comment added: "My hubby managed to get the last one in other aldi today." As such, shoppers will likely need to be quick if they're keen to get their hands on the camera or other items in the range, including the £29.99 Smart Kettle and the £99.99 Robot Vacuum Cleaner. Describing the Smart Kettle, Aldi said:" With a sleek stainless-steel, matte black finish, app-control over both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enables it to be switched on from the comfort of bed, while simple temperature control from 40 to 100 degrees Celsius means it is always just right. "Need a bit longer in bed? Just turn on the 'keep warm' function. Featuring an easy-to-use touch screen and simple temperature display, shoppers can enjoy peace of mind thanks to the automatic switch off safety feature."
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Aldi's new tech range launches TODAY – including ‘ingenious' £5 gadget that will keep pets fed & watered while on hols
ALDI'S new tech range has launched today - with an 'ingenious' £5 gadget to help keep pets fed and watered while on holiday. The supermarket's brand new Life Hacks range is designed for simple solutions in daily tasks. Aldi's brand new tech range Stock in this range is limited, as it is part of Aldi 's Specialbuys programme. This includes the Pet Auto Waterer or Feeder, which comes in at £5.99 altogether. It uses auto-gravity design with non-slip rubber bases to ensure pets remain fed and hydrated while owners are away. Conversely, the Robot Vacuum Cleaner is the most expensive, at £99.99. The flashy device combines suction, sweeping and mopping functions. This tech can be controlled through a smartphone app - and is also compatible with Google, Alexa and Siri voice assistants. Users can activate the device through voice command, as well as schedule cleaning sessions remotely. Aldi described the Robot Vacuum Cleaner as "the ultimate cleaning hack for busy bees with limited time for the everyday burdens." Priced at £29.99, the Smart Kettle can be switched on remotely from bed - thanks to control via Bluetooth and WiFi. It also boasts impressive temperature control from 40°C to 100°C, along with a "keep warm" capability. Beloved grocery chain 'better than Costco' to open new store as part of expansion after buying closed Winn-Dixie site The Life Hacks range also includes a Wireless Charging Clock for £14.99 and a Mini Thermal Printer from £9.99. Rounding it out are a Smart Adapter and Fake Safe Assortment, each priced at £6.99. Aldi also launched a bedding bargain Elsewhere, the supermarket is selling a £15 bedroom essential intended to keep you cool during warm nights. Aldi's Always Cool Duvet hits shelves from July 10 and is available in a double size for £14.99 and king size for £16.99. The 4.5 tog polyester duvet is designed with moisture-wicking technology to absorb sweat and help to regulate body heat for a more comfortable night's sleep. The product can be found in Aldi's middle aisle, and comes as Brits are set to sizzle in more scorching temperatures of up to 31C this weekend. It's also a whopping £38 cheaper than John Lewis ' summer duvet. The retailer's Climate Control Duvet, which is also 4.5 tog and uses similar sweat-wicking technology, costs £55 for a king size. 3
Glasgow Times
09-07-2025
- Glasgow Times
I tried Aldi's Smart Kettle and boiled water from my sofa
However, I thought the only way to see if some of the smart home gadgets are worth it is to try one for myself. While saving time and effort is usually the reason people opt for these electronic devices and even robots, some things are so easy to do that I'm not sure I need to change the way I do them. That being said, I tried out Aldi's Smart Kettle – it's certainly smart but is it worth it? The Smart Kettle shows you the temperature of the water as it boils (Image: Newsquest) I tried Aldi's Smart Kettle and felt lazy but efficient Whether boiling water for a cuppa or your pasta, this Smart Kettle can be operated from any room in the house using an app on your phone - a real gamechanger! The instructions for setting the kettle up were easy to understand and it was ready to go in minutes. The booklet talks you through downloading the Tuya Smart app – an app that allows you to control various electronic smart devices, including Aldi's Smart Kettle. If you find you're already standing next to the kettle, you can still boil it manually too. Using the app, you can boil water in the kettle or even purify it. You can also select several options, including black tea, coffee, green tea, honey and dried milk. This means you can boil the kettle at varying temperatures that suit the purpose. When it's finished, the kettle makes a beeping sound to let you know it's ready. If you know you'll need boiling water again in a short while, you can keep it warm for up to two hours with a handy tab telling you how much longer it will stay warm for. Are you a keen tea or coffee drinker at the same time each day? You can set a timer for the kettle to boil itself, ideal for your morning brew with the water able to boil while you convince yourself to get out of bed. The kettle even knows when there isn't enough or any water in there and the boil dry protection will make sure it switches itself off when this happens. Is Aldi's Smart Kettle worth it? Overall, Aldi's Smart Kettle is a clever appliance that I'd recommend for those of us who have busy lives and like to prepare early for a brew. While I'm not usually keen on smart devices and the guilt that being lazy conjures up inside me, I can see this being very helpful and slotting in nicely to some homes – it has in mine. I appreciate the quirky functions and the technological advances it has compared to my normal kettle, including the digital display which shows the temperature of the kettle rising as it boils. How many cups of tea/coffee should you drink a day? Plus, as someone who works from home, it's so easy to pop the kettle on without having to move away from my desk which is ideal when I'm busy at my laptop but know I'll be due a cuppa soon. Everyone's allowed to be lazy sometimes, right? Recommended reading: The Smart Kettle is available at Aldi for £29.99 and features smart app control over both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, a temperature display and an easy-to-use touch screen temperature control from 40 to 100C. Research from the supermarket ahead of the launch of its Smart Kettle revealed that 48% of Brits say they often have to re-boil their kettle because they get distracted - this is where the kettle's keep warm function could really come in handy. The study also showed that the kettle is normally on at 7am for the first cup of the day with 40% having a specific mug they always use which they believe helps their tea taste its best. You can schedule the kettle to have your water boiling for your morning brew before you've even made it downstairs.
Powys County Times
09-07-2025
- Powys County Times
I tried Aldi's Smart Kettle and boiled water from my sofa
While I like to think I'm on top of the latest trends, I'm not usually one to buy into the smart home concept. However, I thought the only way to see if some of the smart home gadgets are worth it is to try one for myself. While saving time and effort is usually the reason people opt for these electronic devices and even robots, some things are so easy to do that I'm not sure I need to change the way I do them. That being said, I tried out Aldi's Smart Kettle – it's certainly smart but is it worth it? I tried Aldi's Smart Kettle and felt lazy but efficient Whether boiling water for a cuppa or your pasta, this Smart Kettle can be operated from any room in the house using an app on your phone - a real gamechanger! The instructions for setting the kettle up were easy to understand and it was ready to go in minutes. The booklet talks you through downloading the Tuya Smart app – an app that allows you to control various electronic smart devices, including Aldi's Smart Kettle. If you find you're already standing next to the kettle, you can still boil it manually too. Using the app, you can boil water in the kettle or even purify it. You can also select several options, including black tea, coffee, green tea, honey and dried milk. This means you can boil the kettle at varying temperatures that suit the purpose. When it's finished, the kettle makes a beeping sound to let you know it's ready. If you know you'll need boiling water again in a short while, you can keep it warm for up to two hours with a handy tab telling you how much longer it will stay warm for. Are you a keen tea or coffee drinker at the same time each day? You can set a timer for the kettle to boil itself, ideal for your morning brew with the water able to boil while you convince yourself to get out of bed. The kettle even knows when there isn't enough or any water in there and the boil dry protection will make sure it switches itself off when this happens. Is Aldi's Smart Kettle worth it? Overall, Aldi's Smart Kettle is a clever appliance that I'd recommend for those of us who have busy lives and like to prepare early for a brew. While I'm not usually keen on smart devices and the guilt that being lazy conjures up inside me, I can see this being very helpful and slotting in nicely to some homes – it has in mine. I appreciate the quirky functions and the technological advances it has compared to my normal kettle, including the digital display which shows the temperature of the kettle rising as it boils. How many cups of tea/coffee should you drink a day? Plus, as someone who works from home, it's so easy to pop the kettle on without having to move away from my desk which is ideal when I'm busy at my laptop but know I'll be due a cuppa soon. Everyone's allowed to be lazy sometimes, right? Recommended reading: The Smart Kettle is available at Aldi for £29.99 and features smart app control over both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, a temperature display and an easy-to-use touch screen temperature control from 40 to 100C. Research from the supermarket ahead of the launch of its Smart Kettle revealed that 48% of Brits say they often have to re-boil their kettle because they get distracted - this is where the kettle's keep warm function could really come in handy. The study also showed that the kettle is normally on at 7am for the first cup of the day with 40% having a specific mug they always use which they believe helps their tea taste its best. You can schedule the kettle to have your water boiling for your morning brew before you've even made it downstairs.
South Wales Guardian
09-07-2025
- South Wales Guardian
I tried Aldi's Smart Kettle and boiled water from my sofa
However, I thought the only way to see if some of the smart home gadgets are worth it is to try one for myself. While saving time and effort is usually the reason people opt for these electronic devices and even robots, some things are so easy to do that I'm not sure I need to change the way I do them. That being said, I tried out Aldi's Smart Kettle – it's certainly smart but is it worth it? The Smart Kettle shows you the temperature of the water as it boils (Image: Newsquest) Whether boiling water for a cuppa or your pasta, this Smart Kettle can be operated from any room in the house using an app on your phone - a real gamechanger! The instructions for setting the kettle up were easy to understand and it was ready to go in minutes. The booklet talks you through downloading the Tuya Smart app – an app that allows you to control various electronic smart devices, including Aldi's Smart Kettle. If you find you're already standing next to the kettle, you can still boil it manually too. Using the app, you can boil water in the kettle or even purify it. You can also select several options, including black tea, coffee, green tea, honey and dried milk. This means you can boil the kettle at varying temperatures that suit the purpose. When it's finished, the kettle makes a beeping sound to let you know it's ready. If you know you'll need boiling water again in a short while, you can keep it warm for up to two hours with a handy tab telling you how much longer it will stay warm for. Are you a keen tea or coffee drinker at the same time each day? You can set a timer for the kettle to boil itself, ideal for your morning brew with the water able to boil while you convince yourself to get out of bed. The kettle even knows when there isn't enough or any water in there and the boil dry protection will make sure it switches itself off when this happens. Overall, Aldi's Smart Kettle is a clever appliance that I'd recommend for those of us who have busy lives and like to prepare early for a brew. While I'm not usually keen on smart devices and the guilt that being lazy conjures up inside me, I can see this being very helpful and slotting in nicely to some homes – it has in mine. I appreciate the quirky functions and the technological advances it has compared to my normal kettle, including the digital display which shows the temperature of the kettle rising as it boils. Plus, as someone who works from home, it's so easy to pop the kettle on without having to move away from my desk which is ideal when I'm busy at my laptop but know I'll be due a cuppa soon. Everyone's allowed to be lazy sometimes, right? Recommended reading: I'm a personal finance journalist - here's what's in my Amazon Prime Day basket M&S launches new bigger food packs with better value family essentials Brits believed to be making their cup of tea wrong - how do you brew it? The Smart Kettle is available at Aldi for £29.99 and features smart app control over both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, a temperature display and an easy-to-use touch screen temperature control from 40 to 100C. Research from the supermarket ahead of the launch of its Smart Kettle revealed that 48% of Brits say they often have to re-boil their kettle because they get distracted - this is where the kettle's keep warm function could really come in handy. The study also showed that the kettle is normally on at 7am for the first cup of the day with 40% having a specific mug they always use which they believe helps their tea taste its best. You can schedule the kettle to have your water boiling for your morning brew before you've even made it downstairs.
