{"id":403292,"date":"2026-01-11T21:11:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-11T21:11:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/403292\/"},"modified":"2026-01-11T21:11:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T21:11:15","slug":"these-are-the-best-new-gadgets-youll-want-to-buy-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/403292\/","title":{"rendered":"These are the best new gadgets you’ll want to buy in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Each year, new technology and lifestyle products are announced in Las Vegas at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). I was there in person, talking to the companies and trying out the gadgets that were shown off. Everything from wild dancing robots to the simple, more practical USB-C wall chargers and phone keyboards<\/a> were on display.<\/p>\n

While most of these products aren\u2019t quite ready to buy just yet, all the ones below should be shipping in 2026. These are my favorite picks of thousands of different ones I saw and had a chance to use.<\/p>\n

Nimble Champ Stack 10K\"Nimble<\/p>\n

Nimble Champ Stack 10K<\/p>\n

(Nimble)<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve ever shared an earbud with someone else to let them hear the same music as you, the Nimble Champ Stack 10K is a perfect gadget for you. It\u2019s a 10,000mAh power bank that can be split into two individual 5,000mAh power banks. The two parts magnetically connect and should be strong enough to stay connected in your bag, but then, when shared, each can provide enough power for at least 50% of an iPhone\u2019s battery.<\/p>\n

Each piece has a USB-C in and out port. One side contains a flip-up male USB-C connector, while the other one has an integrated lanyard USB-C connector. So you shouldn\u2019t need to carry extra cables. When used together, the device can output 30 watts. Separately, each piece can deliver 20 watts. No pricing is available yet.<\/p>\n

Skylight Calendar 2<\/p>\n

There are plenty of good digital photo frames, so while the Skylight Calendar 2 can definitely show pictures, its main use is to organize your family\u2019s schedule. Its calendar functions are extensive, plus it has the ability to organize chores, plan meals, and keep recipes. It doesn\u2019t hurt that its design is sleek and attractive with a bright screen and an interchangeable frame.<\/p>\n

I tried the first Skylight Calendar. It was much more basic and wasn\u2019t as responsive as this new Calendar 2 is. The latest version comes in a 15-inch size and matches the design of the 27-inch Calendar Max.<\/p>\n

Dexcom Stelo\"Stelo<\/p>\n

Stelo on an arm<\/p>\n

(Tyler Hayes)<\/p>\n

Stelo<\/a> is an over-the-counter glucose monitor that connects to a mobile app for 24\/7 monitoring and insights. The device isn\u2019t for people on insulin. It\u2019s intended for people who want insights into how eating and activity shape their blood sugar. A two-pack is $99 and should last for a month, with each biosensor lasting for two weeks. Stelo is waterproof and can work for iPhone or Android users. I have only just started wearing Stelo, so I can\u2019t comment on it too much, but so far, the results I\u2019ve seen are very promising.<\/p>\n

LIFX SuperColor Mirror\"LIFX<\/p>\n

LIFX SuperColor Mirror<\/p>\n

(LIFX)<\/p>\n

I\u2019m desperate for a good smart mirror. While the Lifx SuperColor Mirror has one critical flaw, it is still tempting because of its overwise great features. It\u2019s Matter compatible, so it will work on various smart home platforms and can be triggered with various integrations. The outer lighting is bright and funky, if you want it to be. My gripe is with the etched icons that are very visible in person. I want a smart mirror that doesn\u2019t look like a tech product. Until then, this one looks decent and works great.<\/p>\n

Soundcore AeroFit 2 Pro\"Soundcore<\/p>\n

Soundcore AeroFit 2 Pro<\/p>\n

(Tyler Hayes)<\/p>\n

There are good open-ear earbuds, and there are great in-ear buds, but the AeroFit 2 Pro<\/a> are attempting to do both things well\u2014let sound in and keep it out. If the earbuds work as advertised, then it could be a big deal for people wanting a single pair of earbuds for exercising and traveling. Sometimes you don\u2019t want to block the world, while sometimes you do. These offer ANC, adjustable ear hooks, IP55 water resistance, and long battery life for a $180 retail price.<\/p>\n

I haven\u2019t tried these on yet, but I did see them and go hands-on with them at CES. I\u2019m hopeful they perform as well as they seem like they might.<\/p>\n

Fender Elie 12\"Fender<\/p>\n

Fender Elie 12<\/p>\n

(Tyler Hayes)<\/p>\n

The Fender Elie 12<\/a> is one of the latest Bluetooth speakers to include a dedicated subwoofer. There isn\u2019t a shortage of wireless speakers, but this one is extremely powerful with 120W and versatile with lots of connectivity options. Beyond Bluetooth, you can connect Fender\u2019s other wireless accessories or plug in instruments through XLR or quarter-inch cables. You can even run up to four connections at a time for karaoke or busking. If you like the idea of the Elie 12 but want something even more portable, the Elie 06<\/a> is available.<\/p>\n

Brane Party Pro\"Brane<\/p>\n

Brane Party Pro<\/p>\n

(Tyler Hayes)<\/p>\n

The original Brane X is a powerhouse of bass, but the new Brane Party Pro<\/a> is on a completely different level. When it comes out in 2026, it will be somewhere around eight times more powerful in a size that isn\u2019t eight times bigger. Beyond the sound and power, the Party Pro also has neat connectivity tricks with XLR and quarter-inch inputs. This might be the party speaker to end all parties.<\/p>\n

Twelve South Valet\"Twelve<\/p>\n

Twelve South Valet<\/p>\n

(Tyler Hayes)<\/p>\n

The Twelve South Valet<\/a> is for people who care deeply about the aesthetic of their bedside charger. The device is coated in Nappa leather with swappable outer rings to mix and match styles. It has Qi 2 charging for 15W wireless power and a USB-C port underneath for a second device to charge at up to 35W. However, speed isn\u2019t really the point of this product. It’s the style and catchall functionality. You can find cheaper chargers than the Valet\u2019s $180 retail price, but it\u2019s still a nice product.<\/p>\n

Roborock Saros Rover<\/p>\n

Not only can the new Saros Rover robot vacuum<\/a> climb stairs to be able to clean a second story, but it can clean each stair as it moves up them. It\u2019s hard not to see a video of the Rover in action and not be impressed by its mobility skills. Pricing and availability are still TBD, but since Roborock was able to ship its \u201crobot vacuum with an arm\u201d in a timely manner last year, I have a feeling it won\u2019t be too long before we see the Saros Rover in homes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Each year, new technology and lifestyle products are announced in Las Vegas at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":403293,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[49,48,170004,195,170003,170005,61],"class_list":{"0":"post-403292","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-gadgets","8":"tag-ca","9":"tag-canada","10":"tag-dexcom-stelo","11":"tag-gadgets","12":"tag-nimble-champ","13":"tag-skylight-calendar","14":"tag-technology"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/403292","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=403292"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/403292\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/403293"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=403292"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=403292"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=403292"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}