Internet-Connected Cup Tells Bartender When It's Time for a Refill | Public Relations & Social Marketing Insight | Scoop.it

The Internet of Things may be coming to a bar near you.

 

In the latest twist in IoT gadgetry, the Absout Company’s Malibu brand is introducing ‘Coco-nect’ cups, which send signals to bar staff when a fresh drink is required.

 

The connected-drinks system uses Wi-Fi and RFID technologies with the coconut-shaped cups.

 

When a fresh drink is desired, the consumer twists the bottom of the cup, which send a drink order to the bar, including the consumer’s location....