The Self Stirring Mug is the consummate gift for that person who is simply well. lazy! I mean. come on, we all know one, someone who is simply so lacklustre & apathetic in their demeanor that they cant muster up enough energy to stir their own drink! Simply flick the switch & the mug stirs away to your hearts content. Simple! It really is effortless. All you need to do is insert the batteries & its ready to go. If the user can actually be bothered to start the self stirring process all they need do is hold down the button (which luckily is at the top of the handle, where your thumb sits when lifting a cuppa) & sit back & marvel as the mug stirs away to perfect frothyness levels. So sit back, relax a little bit more than you already are & enjoy a nice brew. Check out Sylvies musings on the Self Stirring Mug here. Requires 2 x AAA Batteries (not included)