Moville is a tear drop shaped concept automobile with “an electric drive train that uses electromagnets to rotate the ball wheels.” Click here for first picture in gallery.

Because there is no mechanical transmission and internal combustion engine, it is more efficient, and more reliable.

[via Tuvie]

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The new Microsoft SideWinder X8 includes “a play and charge system to let you keep playing while your battery recharges, seven programmable buttons, and a dedicated macro record button.” Click here for first picture in gallery.

Unfortunately, you’re going to have to wait even longer to get your hands on this one, with it only set to be released in February, 2009 (for $100).

[via Engadget - MaximumPC]

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Made of edible paper, Slim Chips are basically “a zero calorie alternative to regular chips that offers a dining experience akin to ‘eating tasty air.’ Click here for first picture in gallery.

First of all, what kind of paper is it? Rice paper has calories, so that should be ruled out. Does A4 have calories?

[via Gizmodo]

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The iShow is basically a “portable projector designed for Apple’s line of iPods, iPhones, and MacBooks — turns on when you pull the two discs apart to expose a pico projector and ports.” Click here for first picture in gallery.

He doesn’t mention pixel resolution but the projection system is LED based and no you can’t use it as a Yo-Yo.

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According to some, “the PlayStation 3 version of BioShock 3 looks amazingly similiar to the Xbox 360 version.” Continue reading to decide for yourself.

A few discrepancies here and there, but nothing like the glaring difference we saw way back when the PS3 first launched.

[via Kotaku]

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NES in a Toaster came to fruition when modder Stupidfingers realized he had an extra NES and toaster laying around. Continue reading to see more. Click here for first picture in gallery.

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In this test, “Tom Ford from 5th Gear reviews the new Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG.” This vehicle “accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while its top speed is electronically limited to 300 km/h.” Video after the break.

Boasting a top output of 386 kW/525 hp and a maximum torque of 630 Nm, the AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine is augmented by an extremely responsive partner in the shape of the all-new AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT seven-speed sports transmission.

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Just as you were getting your head wrapped around Atom-branded Diamondville-class processors based on a Silverthorne architecture, along comes the next generation. Expected to arrive in Q3 of 2009, the new 45-nm Pineview processors will come in hyperthreaded single- and dual-core versions like the current generation Atom 2xx- and 3xx-series. However, the procs will be based on a new Lincroft micro-architecture boasting an integrated graphics core and memory manager that connects to memory via DMI, not a FSB. Unfortunately, the all important TDP power-draw off your little netbook’s battery in currently undefined. Hit the read link for the full roadmap and processor timeline if that’s the kind of thing that twirls your propellor.

[Via RegHardware]

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Look Sony, nobody’s rooting for your recovery more than your pals at Engadget. But seriously, two major recalls — first the $200+ million battery fiasco now 440,000 VAIOs — in two years? No wonder your stock is at a 3-year low.

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Dell’s Inspiron Mini 9 didn’t waste any time going from its formal debut to hitting the review circuit today, and although its basic design didn’t blow anyone away, it seems like an impressively put-together piece of kit for the price. Everyone laments the tiny keyboard, although it’s apparently fine once you get used to it, but Notebook Review flat out says it won’t cut it as a primary typing machine. PC Magazine says the 1.6GHz Atom and 1GB of RAM are enough for most tasks under XP, although multitasking is a chore; the Linux configurations seem similarly capable — Laptop says the custom build of Ubuntu Remix is “smooth” and “sleek.” The four-cell battery averaged around three and a half hours under both XP and Linux, which is decent, but several noticed that Dell hasn’t made an extended battery available yet. We’d expect that to change soon, but overall it’s a minor quibble — could this be the netbook that finally makes you reach for your wallet?

Read - Laptop (3.5 out of 5)
Read - Notebook Review (”…fabulous netbook… [but] only ‘your new best friend’ if you’re willing to overlook a few flaws.”)
Read - Washington Post (”… isn’t perfect, but it does offer a terrific design and a good price.”)
Read - PC Magazine (3 out of 5)

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