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Android Authority
2 days ago
- Business
- Android Authority
Save $50 on the Ember Smart Mug 2, my favorite tech gadget
I am literally sipping some amazing coffee out of my Ember Smart Mug 2 as I write this deals article. It quickly became my favorite tech gadget, and I paid much more than you will if you take advantage of today's deal. The Ember Mug 2 10oz is $50 off right now! Buy the Ember Smart Mug 2 10oz for just $79.99 ($50 off) This offer is available from Amazon. The only caveat is that the discount only applies to the Black color version. All other variants cost more. Also, keep in mind this offer is for the 10oz version. I buy very few things, and like to keep things simple. The truth is, even at $79.99, this is pricey for a mug. I value my coffee and tea times, though, so it quickly became my favorite tech gadget. I can no longer go back to regular mugs, and feel like every penny I spent on this is totally worth it. And I actually paid $109.99 for it, so you're getting a much better deal. The mug keeps your drink at the right temperature at all times. You can set your preferred temperature using the official app, and the mug will keep your drink at that level indefinitely. It connects to your phone via Bluetooth. The product literally only has one job, but it does it amazingly well! You can set the temperature anywhere between 120 and 145 degrees Fahrenheit. After a bunch of testing, I found that my favorite temperature is 138 degrees. You can experiment, but the app also has some default presets you can use if you're not sure. Yes, I know many of you will argue that there are plenty of other electric heating mugs out there that do the same for much less money. Well, there are a few things that make this one special. For starters, we already mentioned the app support. Additionally, the Ember Smart Mug 2 comes with an internal battery that can make it last for about 1.5 hours off the charging dock. Most other cheaper heating mugs only heat while docked. I also love that the Ember Smart Mug 2 knows when you pour liquid into it and automatically starts heating the liquid within to your last set temperature. It also knows when it is empty and turns itself off. Pretty awesome, right? The mug has an LED light you can customize, and it will give you the current status at a glance. It will let you know when it is charging, when it is heating, and when the drink has reached your desired temperature. You won't need to worry about washing it, as it has an IPX7 rating. It's water-resistant and perfectly safe to wash. Just make sure you dry the connections in the bottom before you dock it again. I absolutely love the Ember Smart Mug 2. I would love it even more if it cost me $79.99! Take advantage of this deal while you can. I absolutely love my Ember Mug 2, and I would like it even more if I had paid only $74.99 for it. Catch this deal while you can. I am pretty sure it will go away relatively soon. And while only the White model is discounted this cheap, I happen to think it has a very nice, clean look! Follow
Daily Mail
28-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
I just found a life-changing car gadget at Kmart for $49 - and I had no idea such an item existed
Australian shoppers are heading to Kmart Australia stores in droves to snap up a new car transforming tech gadget. Cars fitted with wired Apple CarPlay can now be converted to a wireless Bluetooth set-up with the aid of the nifty Kmart Wireless CarPlay Adapter $49. The popular item has already sold out online and is listed as 'out of stock' at several Kmart stores. The online product description for the Bluetooth enabled device explains that it's a simple way to 'upgrade your drive' by offering an 'effortless way to enjoy CarPlay without the cables'. A recent viral TikTok video highlighting the ease of use of the device has delighted legions of shoppers. A video shared by Australian woman Jas to her TikTok account sees her explain that the bargain tech find is ideal for anyone who's 'sick to death' of having to use cords to connect their smart phone to their Apple CarPlay. In place of the messy cord set up, the video demonstrates how the compact Kmart Wireless CarPlay Adapter can simply be plugged into the car's USB portal and then connected to your smart phone via Bluetooth. Once set up, the phone will automatically connect to the in-car screen anytime you hop into the car. This means the instant ability to do things like change songs or adjust the volume using the steering wheel controls - just as you would if the device were plugged in and connected via a cord. The nifty and compact gadget plugs into your car's USB outlet. Once it's set-up and connected to your phone, it will recognise your device on CarPlay - without the need to plug it in via a cord The video quickly amassed over 672,000 views and 27,000 likes. The comments section was also filled with replies from excited shoppers who planned to upgrade their in-car setup with the clever device. 'The way I sprinted to the Kmart website!' read one reply. 'This is lifechanging,' added another. One already convinced customer wrote: 'I bought one a month ago. So good! Jump in and instant connection. Don't even take phone out of pocket. It's instant with no lag. Fantastic.' Those who had struggled with various issues while using a cord for their CarPlay were also pleased to learn about the Bluetooth adapter. 'I hate having the cord so this will be awesome,' replied one person. Another explained that their wired CarPlay regularly 'cuts out' on 'every bump or corner' while using a cord. 'I was livid but now I have hope,' they added. Other replies noted that the budget retailer's adapter was well-priced compared to similar ones on the market, which are generally upwards of $80. For Android phone users, commenters noted that the device appeared to be similarly compatible with Android Auto - despite the product name. However not everyone was convinced that switching from a wired to a wireless CarPlay set-up was a great idea. One person wrote: 'Wireless CarPlay delivers lower quality music. If you use Apple Music, wired CarPlay delivers CD quality audio.' Another agreed, explaining that they'd previously tried wireless CarPlay but reverted back to using the cord 'because of lag with music playback'. Others noted that they relied on the cord not only to connect to their CarPlay but also to simultaneously charge their phone, because their car didn't feature an in-built wireless charging pad. 'I use my cord to keep the phone charged,' confirmed one person. 'I hate the cord but it's the only thing keeping my iPhone 13 from running flat throughout the day,' read another reply. A third person noted: 'Wireless will chew ya battery. Use the cable and use the CarPlay and keep the phones battery full.'
