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October 2008
(77%)
53 Reviews
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3628 Reviews
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The editors liked
Unique
Folding design
Wireless USB receiver snaps into the bottom for transport
Compact and portable design fits perfectly in your hand easy to connect and use
Innovative
Functional design
Very comfortable shape
Suitable for users with repetitive stress injuries
Compact USB dongle
Flawless glossy paint finish with rubberized sides and underside
Long purported battery life
Elegant carry case included
Mouse turns off when in folded position
Great range (up to 30 ft.)
Sleek and stylish design
Folding
Collapsible design turns mouse on/off
Includes carrying pouch
Attractive design
Good performance
Very portable
Cool and creative design
Snap-in mini receiver adds to portability
Laser sensor.
Pretty design and incredibly compact size. Comes with a travel pouch!
Full-size mouse that folds smaller than most notebook mice. Virtually weightless. Extra tiny receiver can stow beneath mouse when not in use. Sharp precision.
Unique appearance
Collapsible design saves bag space and secures wireless receiver
Easy to set up.
Long battery life
Good wireless range
Light
Convenient folding body for travel
Good response from buttons and wheel
Long operational range
Comfortable matte finish
Tiny receiver
Comes in red
Ambidextrous.
The editors didn't like
No rechargeable option
Some owners complain of reliability issues
Back button is poorly placed I would have liked a trackball
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...
Uncomfortable to use after prolonged use
Awkward and hard to reach side button
Awkward side button
A bit pricey
Clunky software affects scrolling.
Very uncomfortable shape. Odd sensor placement makes cursor control tricky.
Relies on AAA batteries with no recharge option. Cannot be used when hinge is folded.
Side button hard to use with a standard mouse grip.
Sensitivity may be too low for some users
Lag is a factor with small movements
May be a little small or light for some hands
Slight right-handed orientation for side button to work with thumb.
Folds up smaller for portability, Expands to near full size so your hand doesnt cramp, Ambidextrous, Receiver snaps magnetically to the underside of the mouse for easy transport
Receiver could be smaller, It doesnt use Microsofts new BlueTrack technology
Microsofts Arc is one of the best mouse concepts weve seen, combining the benefits of portability and a full-sized mouse into the one unit. ...
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Published: 2008-11-25, Author: Jan , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: Merging technology with fashion is not easy; most products fall squarely in one category or the other. Now meet the Arc, Microsoft’s latest attempt that scores close to a bullseye.Arc is essentially a collapsible notebook mouse with a flair for design...
can be folded, laser sensor, 6month battery life, exquisite look, comes with a carry case, same comfort as with a normal mouse but on a device designed for portability, colours match with all keyboards, most screens and notebooks
only one button under the thumb, scroll wheel (non tilting), dongle sticks out more than Logitech’s, definition cannot be changed in a click
Not the cheapest mouse on the market, yet we are nevertheless impressed with the design and the Microsoft Arcs comfort during use. A great buy for anyone on the go looking for a stylish and ergonomic mouse. Carrie-Ann Skinner Lowest online price:...
Offers good control, Is very comfortable in the hand
Operating range
The Microsoft Arc is not a cheap mouse, but still the design and comfort is impresssive. This is good for frequent travelers who want a better laptop mouse....
Abstract: This architecturally designed stylish mouse for your desktop and laptop computers will definitely give a punch to your lifestyle. Because it's wireless, it means you can say bye bye to messy, tangled wires. The wireless range is about 30 ft away, best...
To start off this years coverage of the PC Show, we head off to Sonys booth, located at the left corner nearest to the entrance. A considerable crowd forms around the display shelves, makes one wonder how squeezy it would be once the weekend is here....
The Arc Mouse might be a stunner, but to use it proficiently requires a rather drastic change in the way you hold your mouse. Even then, it can be awkward and uncomfortable. In a way, it is the PC peripheral equivalent of the stiletto heels. However, ...
