The following idea is of an automated hot beverage dispenser. There are plenty of fancy coffee makers out there but why stop there. You can use the same tech to make almost any food or beverage that just needs hot water.
Imagine its cold and wet outside and your just about to head home from work. You had a long day and you just want to get home and wrap your self in a blaket by a fire. With this you can just pull up your phone and say " Hey Google, make me Hot Coco in 15 minutes." Thats it, as you walk in the door theres a steamy cup of choclatety goodness waiting to see you.
Not only is it convienent but its not limited to pre packaged mixes. You can put any powder in which also helps reduce packaging waste.