Dyson heats things up with the very cool AM09 (pictures)

Dyson's newest air multiplier is an upgraded take on the original Dyson Hot, and can blow both hot and cold for year-round climate control. Click through for a closer look.

Like previous air multipliers, the AM09 comes with a handy remote that nestles magnetically on top of the fan when not in use.

In heating mode, you can adjust the fan's intensity, as well as the target temperature. If the temperature rises above the target, the heater will shut off until it drops back down again.

You won't be able to set a target temperature in cooling mode, though.

Airfoils have always been the air multiplier's secret weapon, channeling the air from the base's fan out at the perfect angle. The AM09 lets you adjust that angle between two options -- a new feature.

The first is a wide-angled mode meant for even coverage across an entire room.

The second mode offers a tighter, more focused stream of air that's better suited for spot coverage.

The AM09 will retail for $450 (£295/AU$585, converted roughly). That's $50 more than the original Dyson Hot retailed for, and quite a bit more than most space heaters on the market. Of course, few of those other space heaters boast space-age looks, or the Dyson name...

Does that justify the splurge? Read our full review to find out.