news 28 Posted October 30, 2008 Everything USB is pleased to announce our Microsoft Arc Mouse review. Available in glossy red or black, the Microsoft Arc Mouse is a rather unique blend of style, portability and functionality. Possessing an artful hinged semicircular shape that allows the mouse to fold to nearly half-size for travel, the 2.4 GHz wireless Arc Mouse boldly claims to be portable while offering the comfort of a full-size mouse. Many manufacturers have tried to make the ubiquitous mouse more travel-friendly, but all to date significantly sacrifice either comfort or features. How does the Arc Mouse succeed at stylishly trying to provide the best of both worlds? Read on. http://www.everythingusb.com/microsoft-arc-mouse-15561.html Verdict: Microsoft's Arc Mouse brings a unique folding design to the portable mouse combining at once style and portability. Despite a few usability and functional issues, the fundamental concept is well executed and well worth the price of admission. The Good: + Innovative, functional design + Very comfortable shape + Suitable for users with repetitive stress injuries + Compact, folding design with integrated USB dongle + Flawless glossy paint finish with rubberized sides and underside + Long purported battery life + Elegant carry case included + Mouse turns off automatically when in folded (travel) position + Great range (up to 30 ft.) The Bad: - Can't track on a glass desk - Lack of heft takes some getting used to - Left side button next to impossible to press - Scroll wheel only scrolls vertically and makes cheap sounds - Mouse not rechargeable - Intellipoint driver CD not included in the box - Would be better as a Bluetooth mouse Regards, Ian Chiu Managing Editor, Everything USB http://www.everythingusb.com/ Share this post Link to post
