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This temperature-controlled coffee mug is the ultimate gift

A black Ember Smart Mug 2 on a countertop.
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Still got a couple of Christmas gifts to tick off your list this year? This deal is the perfect gift for coffee lovers everywhere. You can grab the Ember Temperature control Smart Mug 2 for just $120, down from the regular price of $150, saving $30, so you can wave bye-bye to cold cups of coffee. Deals like this don’t stick around for long, so if you want to buy your techy friends the perfect gift — or treat yourself — snap it up now, before it sells out!

Why you should buy the Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2

What do you buy the tech-minded friend — or family member — who has everything, including a smart coffee maker? The Temperature Control Smart Mug 2 from Ember. The perfect gift for techy types and coffee (or tea, or hot chocolate) lovers, this smart mug keeps your hot beverage of choice at the perfect temperature of your choosing, so you’ll never again have to suffer the woes of a cold cup of joe.

The Ember Smart Mug 2 has a built-in battery that will keep your drinks hot for up to 80 minutes when you’re on the go. If you’re at home — or near a power outlet — the included charging coaster ensures your beverages stay at the perfect temperature all day long. The mug’s simple, elegant design looks at home in your living room or home office but is also sleek and stylish enough to take to the office. It’s easy to clean, too, as you can simply handwash it, and it’s safe to submerge in up to 1 meter of water.

If you’re fed up with your coffee going cold during meetings, you could even treat yourself to this smart mug this holiday season, and rest safe in the knowledge you’ll never have to suffer another lukewarm cup of tea or coffee ever again. The Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2 is a worthy addition to your morning routine, whether you’re putting your feet up with Sunday’s crossword puzzle or diving into a full day of work on Monday morning. It’s the ultimate gift for hot beverage lovers, but also an excellent treat for yourself.

With $30 off the Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, taking the price down to $120 from $150, you could be enjoying your favorite hot drinks at the perfect temperature for less this holiday season. Don’t delay if you want to bag this bargain for a friend — or treat yourself — as this deal’s sure to fly off the shelves faster than you can say gingerbread latte. Add it to your basket and checkout now to ensure you don’t miss out!

Paula Beaton
Freelance tech and travel writer living in (somewhat) sunny Scotland. Gamer, tea addict, never without a good book.
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