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1. The daily roundup: here's what you might've missed

   2 hrs ago | Engadget

   Netflix instant streaming demoed on PlayStation 3 We've got to admit -- the whole thing looks exceptionally sleek, but given the PS3's multimedia prowess, we didn't really expect anything less HTC Hero / Eris mega faceoff on video Any way you lean it's a pretty good handset with some perhaps overly bulky software, a wonderful pricepoint and ...

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   Related Topix: Microsoft

2. How would you change Windows Mobile 6.5? w/Photo

   58 min ago | Engadget

   We know, today is totally Android 2.0's day to shine , but what would a Friday night be without a little diversity? Windows Mobile 6.5 officially landed on a gaggle of Windows Phones back in early October , but by and large, all of 'em have seemingly drifted off into some forgotten corner while Motorola's DROID has taken over the hype.

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3. Guitar Hero and Rock Band drums combine for ultimate MIDI kit

   4 hrs ago | Engadget

   We've seen our fair share of Guitar Hero / Rock Band drum kit mods , but without exception, this one is our fav.

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4. Learn to play harmonica in a Flash

   6 hrs ago | Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine

   A music teacher from Riverside Illinois has come up with a flash drive design that's more novel than novelty.

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   Related Topix: Riverside, IL, Science / Technology, Inventions

5. Spider webs hold the key to stronger bioadhesives

   6 hrs ago | Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine

   A study on the glue that holds spider webs together brings us closed to producing bioadhesives to replace existing petroleum-based products.

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6. iPhone coming to The Shack: Dallas and NYC this month, nationwide in 2010? w/Photo

   6 hrs ago | Engadget

   So we knew a select number of authorized resellers would start stocking iPhones soon, and thanks to a tipster, it looks like we might be getting a glimpse at a none-too-surprising recipient of the new order.

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7. Myka ION brings Hulu, Boxee and other web content to your TV w/Photo

   6 hrs ago | Engadget

   It's been almost a full year since we heard a peep from the fine folks at Myka , but it looks like we could be talking about 'em a lot more often judging by the specs list on its latest contraption.

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8. Garmin ecoRoute ESP module gets priced, detailed further

   7 hrs ago | Engadget

   Well, it looks like won't have to wait until CES for more details on Garmin's new ecoRoute ESP module after all, as a listing for the device has now already turned up on GPSCity.com, and the site has even provided us with a few additional, as yet unofficial availability details.

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9. HTC Hero / Eris mega faceoff on video

   8 hrs ago | Engadget

   Now that we've got the DROID Eris in the mix, we're up to our ears in HTC Hero -derivative devices.

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10. Make your own Bluetooth Star Trek Communicator

    8 hrs ago | Engadget

    If you're looking for a project for the weekend and the Knock Lock seems a little naff, why not try building your own Bluetooth Star Trek communicator ? This is definitely not a project for the faint of heart -- expect to custom cut a circuit-board, drill some holes, add a serial port, a Bluetooth module, and a microcontroller.

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11. Canon EOS 7D firmware update cures 'residual image' phenomenon

    9 hrs ago | Engadget

    Say what you will, but Canon 's customer service / engineering department definitely looks out for consumers willing to spend just under two large on a new body.

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12. Nvidia fighting Intel with...humor? w/Photo

    10 hrs ago | Ubergizmo

    I had to scratch my eyes a couple of times, but NVIDIA has built a parody website called intelsinsides.com (yes it's been confirmed that Nvidia owns the site). I don't think that Intel will laugh, but I wonder how they will react to that. Who's next? Qualcomm? Marvell? Broadcom? AMD? Add a comment

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13. Boxee shows off its new look at Beta Unveiling jam December 7

    9 hrs ago | Engadget

    We won't cancel our trips to Vegas just yet, but Boxee is planning on giving users an early peek at its new beta release -- with all new UI, queue, navigation and search features -- December 7 at the Music hall of Williamsburg.

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14. U.S. Army and EnerDel team up for electric-hybrid Humvee w/Photo

    10 hrs ago | Engadget

    EnerDel, who we last saw soaking up some of that Joe Biden stimulus money , is teaming up the the U.S. Army to develop a battery solution for a hybrid Humvee .

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    Related Topix: US Military, US News, US Army, US Politics, Joe Biden, Computers

15. The Engadget Podcast, live -- now w/Photo

    10 hrs ago | Engadget

    It's DROID launch day and you know what that means -- we're doing the podcast live. Join Josh, Paul, Nilay, and a cast of USTREAM thousands just below the break -- it's been a wild week, don't miss it!

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16. Unused Adamo XPS prototypes reveal touchscreen trackpads, key-less keyboard w/Photo

    10 hrs ago | Engadget

    Dell certainly managed to cram plenty of inventive, even far-fetched touches into its Adamo XPS laptop, but it looks like it went even further out on a limb during the prototype stage, as PC World was able to discover during a brief hands-on time with a few cast off concepts.

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17. OpenOfficeMouse isn't free, isn't pretty

    11 hrs ago | Engadget

    Think it's only gamers that require mice with more buttons than a scientific calculator? Then you've probably not met a die hard OpenOffice user, who now finally have a mouse to call their own in the form of the OpenOfficeMouse.

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    Related Topix: Mice

18. Microsoft demonstrates glass interface w/Photo

    11 hrs ago | Ubergizmo

    Microsoft chief research officer Craig Mundie recently demonstrated an extremely interesting concept that could be part of a future computing interface during his college tour.

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    Related Topix: Microsoft, Software

19. Witstech A81 tablet w/Photo

    11 hrs ago | Ubergizmo

    Here's another tablet that might just pique your interest if you're into devices like these - the Witstech A81 tablet.

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20. Barnes & Noble gift card does not work with eBooks w/Photo

    11 hrs ago | Ubergizmo

    Some guy known as Dave had a Nook pre-ordered for him from the local Barnes & Noble store, picking up a $100 gift card in the process to kickstart the eBook collection.

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