The new Dyson Root 6 takes much of the technology found in their full size upright vacuums and shrinks it down to a weird looking handheld that will cost 3-5 times the price of your standard dustbuster. It also has a stronger engine that the Company says improves performance.

Dyson are very thin on detail about the new vacum cleaner but they do claim that it has the following features.

Cool Looks? – The Dyson Root 6 resembles more of a steam cleaner or painting tool than a vacuum.
Root Cyclone Technology - The Root 6 uses the same cyclonic action as the full size vacuums to be powerful and not lose suction when the canister starts to fill.
Quick Recharging – The Root 6 uses lithium ion batteries which can recharge up to 3 times faster than the NiCad batteries of their competitors. Lithium ion batteries are used in newer electronic devices including cell phones, laptops, and iPods.
Hygienic and Quick To Empty – Like the uprights the new handheld uses bag less one touch bin emptying.
Attachments - It looks like it has a nice dusting brush. Also has a crevice tool
No Extra Costs - No filters to replace.

The price in Australia is expected to be in excess of $290.00