DeLonghi just launched a coffee machine that makes both hot and iced drinks — and its yours for under $1,000
THE SO WHAT
A $999.95 machine with dual milk carafes, 20 presets, and a grinder shows how much “prosumer” complexity is moving onto the kitchen counter. If you build home hardware, the bar is now café-level capability with one-touch UX — anything less looks dated at this price point.
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