The popularization of pellet grills and technological advancements has created a bigger push towards convenient outdoor cooking. Digital controllers that allow for “set it and forget it” grilling is convenient for advanced grillers and more accessible for beginners.
We’ve seen digital controllers and connected cooking make its way to charcoal grills with some kettle products and the more popular gravity fed systems. It appears that Weber is going to enter the temperature controlled charcoal arena with a new accessory for their kettle grills.