Blind and partially sighted people have been using our liquid level indicators to make their morning cuppa for more than 30 years, and the design has been tweaked and refined along the way.

Now we can unveil the latest updates to this kitchen staple – an easier to open battery compartment and a change from button cell battery to AAA, both designed to make using the liquid level indicator easier. 

When you need to change the battery, use the groove to get your thumb in place and lever the case open. The battery compartment is shaped to make it easy to remove the old AAA battery with your fingers ­– no need to lever it out with a blunt knife or screwdriver – and the device will beep to let you know that you’ve inserted the new battery correctly.

We still recommend you check the battery in your liquid level indicator with a little cold water before use, to make sure it has enough power to work properly.

Now, if you’re putting a brew on, I’m milk and no sugar, thanks!

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