Top winter tech to keep you warm and cozy in 2026

Winter can be cold, dark and long, and Engadget editors tested a range of gadgets to make the season more comfortable. Here are compact, practical picks that deliver warmth, moisture, light and convenience. Small rechargeable magnetic hand warmers are an easy gift. They heat up in seconds, can run up to eight hours per charge and can be used together or separately to warm hands.

A 2.5L top-fill Levoit humidifier helps counter dry indoor air. Its quiet operation, long run time and easier cleaning and filling make it a good bedside companion during heating season. The Dyson AM09 Hot + Cool fan serves as a portable, bladeless heater for small- to medium-sized rooms and doubles as a fan in warmer months, with adjustable heat modes and oscillation.

A FrostGuard windshield protector covers the windshield, wipers and mirrors to prevent snow and ice buildup, saving time scraping in the morning. The Ember Mug 2 keeps drinks at a set temperature for up to 80 minutes off its charging plate, or all day when sitting on the plate, useful for coffee and tea that goes cold quickly.

OXO’s glass-and-steel electric kettle offers temperature control, a slim base and a built-in metal filter for cleaner pours—handy for precise tea brewing. Miir’s New Standard Carafe combines pour-over extraction with a double-wall vacuum-insulated stainless steel vessel and a lid that seals the spout to retain heat for longer coffee sessions.

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