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There’s no doubt about it, the NEC Seguente Express5800 51Ma is very small — weighing in at only 2.5kg (about 5.5 pounds). The details are surprisingly scant at the moment, but it looks like the minute beast is going to come in two variations: a Celeron 550 model with 512MB of RAM and 160GB hard drive, and an even more tantalizing Core 2 Duo T9300 model with 1GB of RAM and 160GB hard drive. Other selling points? Um… it’s supposedly “very quiet.” And… yes, that’s all we’ve got. We don’t know when or where it’ll be available, or how much it’s going to cost you, the lucky, excited, noise-sensitive consumer.

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pimg src=”http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/10/goldpc.jpg” align=”left” hspace=”4″ vspace=”2″ style=”display:block;” /The Pure Gold Pc is a bigger liar than that “Rolex” you got from “Dad.” It’s not gold at all; it’s either ceramic or glass. That means when somebody bites your PC to double check its authenticity, shards will break off, slicing their mouth and tongue in a grotesque “told you so.” But if you’re willing to take that risk, the Core 2 Duo system packs 4GB of RAM, 100GB hard drive, nVidia 8600GT 512MB graphics card and a runs almost silently. (You know, except for that guy who’s crying about his bloody lip in the background.) We don’t have a price, but it should cost less than a real gold PC…we’d hope. [a href="http://www.plushdepartment.com/product_info.php/info/p26_PURE-GOLD-PC-Amplifier-5-1.html"plush department/a via a href="http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2008/10/puregold_pc_announced.html"ubergizmo/a]/p br style=”clear: both;”/
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pimg src=”http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/10/Picture_9_01.png” width=”594″ height=”438″ style=”display:block;float:none;” /Good day for Linux guys (and girls!)—the final version of Ubuntu 8.10 is now available for download. The Intrepid Ibex release brings integrated support for 3G cards and better support for media devices as its flagship new consumer features, along with the slew of updates and improvements that go into a new Ubuntu distro. And if you’re updating from a previous version, use a href=”http://torrentfreak.com/use-bittorrent-to-upgrade-to-ubuntu-intrepid-ibex-081029/”Torrentfreak’s guide/a to do it via BitTorrent, avoiding the centrail upgrade server that’s surely getting slammed. [a href="http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download"Download Ubuntu/a, a href="http://torrentfreak.com/use-bittorrent-to-upgrade-to-ubuntu-intrepid-ibex-081029/"Torrentfreak/a]/p br style=”clear: both;”/
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pimg src=”http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/10/16la5qg-1.jpg” align=”left” hspace=”4″ vspace=”2″ style=”display:block;” /Several months ago, a variety of legitimate publications a href=”http://gizmodo.com/5016279/sonys-splittable-playstation-3-controller-sounds-very-wiimote+like”got word/a of a PS3 Wiimote-like device that could split in two. We dubbed it the “DualMotion.” Today the patent for the DualMotion has been uncovered and while it uses accelerometers and LED-based tracking (similar to the Wiimote), the DualMotion also deploys ultrasonic frequencies to determine absolute xyz position (based upon controller distance from other controllers and your television). Oh, and two DualMotions can assemble to make one big DualMotion. Just check it out in what we believe is the craziest patent diagram ever:/p pimg src=”http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/10/ajuyqs.jpg” class=”center” style=”display:block;” /What’s so unique about the DualMotion doesn’t appear to be that it splits, but that it emjoins/em. In the leaked shots of the patent app, we see two different joined configurations. One puts them side by side, like a dual-wielded pistol, and the other attaches them butt to butt, like a dog bone or emRequiem for a Dream/em.br img src=”http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/10/346kcv8.jpg” width=”558″ height=”471″ style=”display:block;float:none;” /br img src=”http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/10/14bqhk6.jpg” width=”633″ height=”361″ style=”display:block;float:none;” /[a href="http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=340526"NeoGAF/a via a href="http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2008/10/30/break-apart-controller-patent-discovered/"PS3Fanboy/a]/p br style=”clear: both;”/
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pimg src=”http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/10/tableexpensive.jpg” width=”494″ height=”332″ style=”display:block;float:none;” /When Microsoft announced a href=”http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/touch-me/microsoft-surface-confirmed-touch+sensitive-10k-minority-report-table-264338.php”its Surface multitouch computer/a, we knew it’d be a toy for a href=”http://gizmodo.com/5068137/snl-giant-election-touchmap-shows-giant-maverick-cat-taking-over-midwest”well-funded, respectable news outlets/a long before Joe the Plumbers, since it was going to cost $10,000. Turns out, it actually costs more like $13,500. That’s with a 10 percent discount! Microsoft is still expecting good ol’ economies of scale to kick in to help fulfill its dream of fancy coffee tables a href=”http://gizmodo.com/5063541/microsoft-survey-hints-at-oahu-surface-multitouch-table-at-consumer-prices”in every home/a, but uh, you might want to hang on to that iPhone or something if you want the multitouch future anytime soon. [a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10073929-56.html"Cnet/a via a href="http://news.zdnet.co.uk/hardware/0,1000000091,39529036,00.htm?r=3"ZD Net/a]/p br style=”clear: both;”/
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Intel has developed a system to cool laptops that’s not so different from that used on the surface of jet engines. The technology utilizes a laminar (non-turbulent) airflow to push heat away from the bottom of the case, making your laptop suitable for your lap again. Intel finds this technology particularly important as their new mobile processors are bound to be thinner but run hotter. So hang on, Goose. This ride might get bumpy. [CNET via electronista]

WIth their Blu-ray-playing AX3200 desktop PC and accompanying 24-inch, 1080p monitor, Acer just released two affordable, HD-friendly products at a combined price that sits just over $1000. With the compact dimensions of around 10″x4″x14″, the AX3200 desktop has 2.1 GHZ AMD Phenom X3 8450 processor, HDMI-out, Dolby Home Theater 5.1 sound and nine USB ports. A 640 GB HDD, multi-card reader and 4 GB RAM round out the internal specs for the Windows Vista machine.

The P244W monitor is also well-equipped, with 1920×1080 resolution (16:9) and 20000:1 contrast ratio. It has 75 Hz refresh rate, 2 ms response time, has two HDMI ports and one VGA input. The AX3200 is now available at Fry’s for $680, while the P244W monitor is available at major electronics retailers for $340. [Acer]

ACER’S NEW PHENOM X3 DESKTOP AND 24-INCH LCD – ELEGANT IN FORM AND FUNCTION

AX3200 desktop packs big performance in a small box; Stunning 24-inch widescreen LCD features one-touch convenience

SAN JOSE, CALIF., Oct. 13, 2008 – Acer, the third largest vendor in the PC market,(1) today announced the new Acer® AX3200 desktop PC and Acer P244W 24-inch widescreen LCD display for customers in the United States. Feature-rich, stylish and space-saving, the new desktop and display are ideal for enjoying entertainment from any room in the home.

Outfitted with AMD Phenom(TM) X3 processing power, Blu-ray Disc(TM) technology, NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics and Dolby Home Theater® sound, the AX3200 is a multimedia powerhouse. The Acer P244W display is simple to use and brilliantly showcases high-definition video, games and multimedia with 1080p HD support and 1920×1080 resolution.

“Offering 64-bit Windows, a Blu-ray drive and significant memory, the Acer AX3200 packs plenty of power for tackling the demands of multitasking and the latest digital entertainment,” said Stephanie Eggert, Senior Manager, Retail Desktop Product Planning for Acer America. “The P244W display’s stunning picture quality and user-friendly design make it a must-have for the home. Users choosing to combine the 24-inch display with the compact desktop, will have an excellent system for enjoying productivity, movies, music and games without taking up a lot of space.”

Compact Entertainment Hub
Smaller than standard systems, the handsome black tower measures just 10.4-inches (H) x 4-inches (W) x 14.4-inches (L). For easy access, the chassis was designed with the card reader, audio jacks and ports conveniently on the front of the PC.

Boasting outstanding performance, the AX3200 features an AMD Phenom(TM) X3 8450 Processor with triple-core power, so users can enjoy crystal-clear digital media, create advanced graphics, and handle critical productivity tasks with ease. The 4GB DDR2 memory provides ultra-fast system response, critical for multitasking and power hungry applications.

An integrated Blu-Ray Disc(TM) optical drive takes high-definition entertainment to the max with full support for realistic and dynamic high-definition viewing. Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics enhance multimedia performance with support for the latest DirectX games.

Dolby Home Theater® provides theater-like surround sound with up to 5.1 separate channels of crystal-clear digital audio. An HDMI port delivers crisp high-quality visuals and high-fidelity audio using only one cable.

With nine USB 2.0 ports, an IEEE 1394 port, eSATA port and a Multi-in-One card reader, users can easily bring multimedia devices together (used this phase in processor graph). The huge 640GB SATA II hard drive (2) provides enough room to store a vast library of music, movies and games.

Intuitive 24-inch High-Definition LCD
The new Acer P244W 24-inch widescreen high-definition LCD display combines superior usability with sleek styling. It boasts a polished black bezel and base with silver accents for an elegant design that will enhance any home or office. The large 24-inch screen size is perfect for evaluating multiple documents at one time.

The Acer P244W also features SensorTouch technology, a touch-sensing solution with effortless settings for one-touch convenience. The LED illuminated controls replace the buttons that are standard on many displays. These intuitive controls maintain the product’s streamlined look, while automatically sensing contact with the lightest touch.

Featuring excellent resolution, a high contrast ratio and fast response time, the display emits superb visual quality. It delivers 1080p HD support and a 1920×1080 resolution, including full HD support for the hottest HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc movies and console games.

To further improve the picture quality, this new display offers a 20,000:1 contrast ratio and 300 cd/m2 brightness. The new Acer P244W features a 2ms response time, reducing the deviations in transition time. The Acer Overdrive (OD) technology enables the display to improve the gray-to-gray level in images and amplify the moving picture viewing experience. Additionally, 170-degree horizontal and 160-degree vertical viewing angles offer extended viewing of entertainment and productivity applications.

Acer’s unique software solutions boost usability. The eColor Management on-screen interface allows users to tailor the performance characteristics of the display, such as brightness, saturation and contrast. The Empowering Key enables users to switch between viewing scenarios and create their own to compensate for application and environmental constraints.

Specifications, Pricing and Availability
The Aspire AX3200-U3630A desktop PC is available at Fry’s with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $679.99. The Acer P244W 24-inch LCD display is available at technology and electronics retailers with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $339.

Acer® AX3200-U3630A: Available now for a MSRP of $679.99
• AMD Phenom(TM) X3 Triple-Core 8450 Processor (2.1GHz, 512KB X 3 L2 Cache)
• 4096MB DDR2 Memory, Dual Channel
• NVIDIA® GeForce® 8200 Chipset
• Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce® 8200 Graphics Solution
• 640GB SATA II (7200RPM, 8MB Cache) (2)
• Blu-ray Disc(TM)/DVD-Super Multi Double-Layer Drive
• Multi-in-One Digital Media Card Reader
• 56K ITU v.92 Ready Fax/Modem (RJ-11 Port)
• Optimized Dolby Home Theater®
• Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-Bit with SP1
• 9 USB 2.0 Ports (5 Front, 4 Rear)
• IEEE 1394 Port
• HDMI Port
• eSATA Port
• Amplified Stereo Speakers (USB Powered)
• Acer USB Keyboard
• USB Optical Mouse

Acer® P244W 24-inch LCD display: Available now for a MSRP of $339
• 24-inch Widescreen
• 0.276mm Pixel Pitch
• 1920×1080 (native and maximum) Resolution
• 1080p High-Def Support
• 75Hz (Maximum) Refresh Rate
• 2ms (Gray to Gray) Response Time
• 20000:1 (ACM) Contrast Ratio
• 300cd/m2 Brightness
• 170° (H)/160° (V) Viewing Angles
• 16.7 Million Colors
• 6 + Hi-FRC Bits
• 2x HDMI, 1x VGA Inputs
• Vesa 100MM Wall Mount
• Internal Power Supply
• Energy Star Compliant

Practical Software
The Acer AX3200 desktop comes with Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium 64-Bit with Service Pack 1, which provides performance for video, large database searches, or games and other programs that require complex calculations and a lot of memory.

The new AMD LIVE!(TM) Explorer, available for download, offers an immersive way to manage and interact with the user’s entertainment library. It provides the ability to explore complete digital collections of music, photos, and videos in a single window, in full 3D.

In addition, the system comes with Adobe® Reader®, McAfee® Internet Security Suite 2008, eSobi(TM) online search efficiency software, NTI Media Maker(TM) for multimedia fun and back-up as well as Acer Arcade(TM) Live, a powerful software package for editing, viewing, burning and managing media content.

Silverstone’s Raven gaming mouse looks really interesting at first glance, what with the giant, glowing and strangely hypnotic tumor bolted to its side. It appears to be a secondary scroll wheel, which sits next to the usual thumb buttons. And you’ve got another pair of buttons next to your middle finger. But when you think about the ergonomics, it just don’t work. How can it possibly be comfortable to hold with that massive wart bulging out? Check out this top down view to see what I mean.

Also, NZXT’s Avatar pulled some similar side button trickery as the Silverstone, which resulted in you accidentally mashing the side button every time you picked up the mouse. The Raven’s side buttons don’t look quite as haphazardly placed, so it might not be the case. When we get one in our hands maybe our doubts will be blown by away by this 3200dpi monster, but hold on to that $85 in the meantime. [Silverstone via Crunchygear]