Nifty home appliances you didn’t know you needed.
Remember when the air fryer became the essential kitchen appliance? Suddenly everyone was talking about how convenient it made cooking, and all your coworkers were asking why you didn’t have one yet even though they’d told you 87 times about their life-changing air fryer chocolate cake recipe. (Wait, why didn’t you buy one after they told you about their chocolate cake recipe?). Isn’t it about time we discover the next big thing in home appliances?
That’s exactly what you’ll find here. As the chill of winter settles in, it’s time to seek warmth, comfort and anything that will let you stay in bed just a few minutes more. From portable espresso machines to smart appliances and massage guns, here are five nifty home appliances you didn’t know you needed – but will totally transform your life (and the life of your coworkers).
Portable espresso machine
For those mornings you’re running late (big mood) or just want to save money on takeaway flat whites (huge mood), a portable espresso machine is a travel-friendly way to make cafe-quality coffee in seconds. Simply fill with ground beans at home and add hot water in the office – or camp site, classroom or when you’re visiting that mate who swears “instant coffee tastes just as good” – and you’ll have a steaming mug of coffee just the way you like it.
Massage gun
Why wait for a massage appointment when you could give yourself one straight away from the comfort of your own home? Most massage guns come with detachable parts that are specially designed for use on different parts of your body, including your neck and shoulders, calf muscles and even your hands. Thanks to their compact size and long battery life, massage guns are ideal to put in your gym bag or take on a weekend getaway. You’ll never have to decide between fitting in a pilates class or a massage again, since now you can go to class and then show your muscles some TLC straight away while you’re cooling down.
Smart lights
If you’ve ever been supremely comfy in bed or on the couch, only to realise you have to get up to turn the lights off, we’re about to blow your mind – and we’re talking about something even cooler than a light clapper. Smart lights can be turned on and off with an app and sometimes even voice commands. Added bonus: most smart lights can change colour and dim for instant mood lighting in your whole house. And if you want to get really clever, you can run a strip of smart lights behind your TV or underneath your bed for an easy vibe check.
Motion activated rubbish bin
When you’re in the middle of cooking, the last thing you want to do is get your hands dirty. These nifty bins make that a breeze – all you need to do to open them is wave your hand over the top and they’ll open for you. They’re also ideal for the bathroom. And men, trust us: women will thank you for keeping a neat and tidy bin in your bathroom. You’re welcome.
Smart kettle
Tea enthusiasts know that water should be a specific temperature depending on which beverage you’re making. Take the guesswork out of brewing the perfect drink with a smart kettle, which has programmable settings that will boil the water perfectly every time. If you want to go one step further – and maximise your morning snooze pre-coffee – a smart kettle with wi-fi allows you to boil the kettle to a specific temperature at the press of a button from your nice warm bed. Now all we need is a smart boyfriend to bring the coffee once it’s brewed and we’ll be set!
