A teacup that can store electricity

Should you buy an electric tea kettle or a stovetop?

An electric tea kettle requires less effort than a stovetop kettle and provides more control over the temperature of the water, according to Harney. “When looking at electric kettles, finding one that either has a programmable feature to select specific temperatures, or preset ones, is always beneficial,” he says.

How does a coffee thermocouple work?

The thermocouple relays the temperature of the coffee in the mug to software that tracks the heat level over a four-hour period. This helps us determine whether users can actually have their drinking time interrupted and then come back to a warm cup of coffee.

How does the Ember mug work?

The Ember Mug pairs with your smartphone over Bluetooth, and its easy-to-use app allows you to monitor and control the temperature of your drink. You can select preset temperatures for common beverages like black tea, green tea, coffee, cappuccinos, or lattes.

What is a stovetop tea kettle?

A stovetop tea kettle, often referred to as a “whistling kettle,” is a more traditional type of tea kettle that you simply heat on the stove. An electric tea kettle requires less effort than a stovetop kettle and provides more control over the temperature of the water, according to Harney.

Can a tea kettle be stored away?

Meanwhile, an electric tea kettle can be stored away to save space and offer speedy results as well as precise temperature control (sometimes to the exact degree). Plus, you can brew pour-over coffee or prepare a bowl of hot cereal in a jiffy.

Can a thin piece of glass store electricity?

Here's something that sounds preposterous but as it turns out, it's actually true. Take a very thinly drawn piece of industrial glass, and you can use it to store and release a surprising amount of electricity, a group of materials scientists has found.