12 Smart gadgets to simplify your morning routine

The passage from your comfy bed to the front door each morning can be fraught. However, the right tech can make the process smoother. Here are some essential smart gadgets for your morning routine.

12 Smart gadgets to simplify your morning routine
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Everyone has a very personal morning routine. Fast starters spring out of bed, ready to embrace the first light. Night owls lie in bed for a few minutes, summoning up the courage to throw off the sheets. Coffee drinkers often start the day with a brew, and everyone goes looking for food. Getting clean is an important task that comes with the benefit of warmth. You may also need to get the kids ready, before applying the final touches to your look. No matter how your morning is shaped, these smart gadgets for your home should help you start the day right.

Amazon Echo Dot with Clock Smart Alarm

Small and discreet, the Echo Dot alarm clock lets you check the weather and traffic before you rise. The built-in LED display shows both the time and temperature.

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Philips HF3520 Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock

If you hate blaring alarms, this Philips clock is one of the best smart gadgets you could buy. By mimicking the rising sun, the clock is able to wake you more naturally.


Mission8 5-in-1 Filtering Shower Head

When you hop in the shower, Mission8 will provide stronger jets and better coverage with less water. The shower head also filters the water, and you can add invigorating scents.


Keurig K-Mini Plus Portable Coffee Maker

Many of us need coffee as a pick-me-up in the morning. This compact coffee maker is the easiest and fastest way to get a delicious brew.


Mr. Coffee BVMC-PO19B Pour Over Coffee Maker

If you are happy to put in a little more effort, this set from Mr. Coffee will help you squeeze out maximum flavor. It includes a swan-neck kettle and a pour-over device with a built-in scale.


Ember Connected Copper Mug

No matter what kind of hot drink you prefer, this connected mug will keep your drink warm. You can set Ember at a specific temperature, which it will hold for 60 minutes.


Nostalgia Retro Breakfast Station

If breakfast is your fuel for the day, this is your gas station. In one retro device you can brew coffee, grill eggs and sausages, and toast enough bread for the whole family.


Bella Linea Extra Wide Toaster

Of course, bread isn’t the only thing you might want to toast. Thanks to special wide slots, the Bella Linea can take bagels, waffles, and speciality loaves.


Lenovo Smart Display 7 Google Assistant Hub

Whether it’s by your bed or on the kitchen counter, this smart display brings you a morning briefing. The screen lets you check your schedule and watch the news, while Google Assistant offers updates.


Echo Look Amazon Alexa Camera

Not sure what to leave the house in? The Echo Look is your fashion assistant. The camera acts like a 360° mirror, and the device can provide advice from fashion experts.


Y-Brush 10-Second Deep Cleaning Toothbrush

After all that food, you might need a quick freshen up. The Y-Brush helps save you time by deep cleaning your mouth in just 10 seconds thanks to nylon bristles.


iPM 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad

This slimline charging pad has enough space for two devices. When you wake up, you can simply pick them both up and head out.


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Your morning routine is a vital part of the day, so it makes sense to invest in related smart gadgets for your home. What tech do you include in your morning?

Mark is best known for writing about apps, but he also loves the tactile, hardware side of technology. Being a professional photographer, he's pretty handy with a camera, and he's a self-confessed tweetaholic.
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