Philips’s new Bluetooth Notebook Mouse is designed to be used as either a wired or a wireless mouse. The mouse connects to the computer using Bluetooth or USB port. What makes this mouse more interesting is that it adopts the company’s 360 TouchControl technology that allows you to scroll through lengthy documents without installing extra software. Philips’ precise laser sensor also ensures extra accuracy and responsiveness, so you can work with it on most surfaces. The Philips Bluetooth Notebook Mouse retails for around $80 each. [Philips]
Here is another strange product straight out of Japan. Elecom just launched the USB mouse that looks like a bar of soap (on a rope). Dubbed as the SOAP, the Elecom M-SP1UR/ M-SP2UR optical mouse features a 800dpi resolution and weights at only 65-grams. The “soap” uses the USB interface to connect with the computer. Available in three different colors, the Elecon SOAP retails for 2000 Yen or approx. $21 a pop. [Product Page]
Verbatim has announced the availability of its new Easy Riser family of ultra-slim mobile mice for Windows and Mac users. The mouse features an innovative design allowing users to adjust the height of the mouse with the flick of a switch to provide comfort and support for computing navigation. The Easy Riser product lineup includes a Nano Wireless Mouse, a Bluetooth Wireless Mouse and a USB Retractable Wired Mouse. Each mouse uses 2.4GHz wireless technology and features a nano receiver that is small enough to leave connected to a laptop. The Verbatim Nano Wireless, Bluetooth Wireless and USB Retractable Wired Easy Riser are priced at $35, $40 and $20, respectively. [Softpedia]
Here is good news for those who are waiting for the release of the Asus Eee Keyboard. Asus has confirmed that this highly anticipated keyboard will be available in the US and European markets in October 2009. In case you didn’t know, the Eee Keyboard is a standard-sized computer keyboard with a built-in computer and 5-inch touchscreen on the right. It comes equipped with a 1.6Ghz Atom processor, a 1GB of DDR2 RAM, a 16 or 32GB SSD, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and HDMI. Pricing info is still unavailable at this time. We will keep you posted. [SlipperyBrick]
You can bring the Slim USB Mouse together with your netbook. Gadget4All has started to sell the Super Slim USB Mouse, which is only 1cm thick. The mouse is good for any users and the scroll wheel is designed at the side for the convenience use by the thumb. The Slim USB Mouse is priced at $17 each. More
Here is good news for those who are searching for a new ultra-thin Bluetooth Keyboard. Microsoft has launched its Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000 that features a Comfort Curve design for a more ergonomic typing experience over the straight keyboard layout of notebook computers. Microsoft’s Comfort Curve design encourages natural wrist posture with a slight 6-degree curve that is easy to use with virtually no learning curve. Microsoft also released a stand-alone Bluetooth Number Pad to accompany this Bluetooth keyboard. The Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000 and Bluetooth Number Pad will be available in October 2009 for an estimated retail price of $89.95 and $44.95, respectively. [Microsoft]
It seems that HP wants to compete with Logitech by releasing a new range of Wireless Comfort Mobile Mouse with cool designs. First up is the HP Wireless Comfort Mobile Mouse in Red that sports a flowery design and a sculpted fit for maximum comfort, a four-way tilt scroll wheel, and two programmable buttons. The HP Wireless Comfort Mouse HDX sports a similar feature set but has a blue design with whispy blue and white lines. Finally, the HP Wireless Comfort Mobile Mouse in Expresso features a modern black design with white circles. The price ranges from $14.99 to $49.99. [ChipChick]
DJ tech has designed the DJ Mouse, which is a multi-axis input device that interacts with its Deckadance Dj software. Using the DJ Mouse kit, you can be a pro DJ without the need for turntables or vinyl. The mouse has a jog wheel which is actually a ’scratch’ controller. The cool blue back-lighting effect enables you to operate the mouse in those dark club environments. The USB DJ Tech Mouse is currently available for $79 a pop. [DJ Tech]
Logitech has announced two new premium mice for pre-order. The Logitech Performance Mouse MX and Logitech Anywhere Mouse MX adopt the Logitech Darkfield Laser Tracking technology, which is designed to provide precise cursor control on virtually any surface including clear glass (minimum 4 mm thickness) and high-gloss surfaces. The Logitech Performance Mouse MX is available for pre-order at $99.99, while the Logitech Anywhere Mouse MX is available for pre-order at $79.99. Both mice are expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe beginning in August 2009. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. More
Elecom comes back with their latest TK-U01MAL series keyboard that will target both the Sony PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii users. These keyboards are available in black in order to match your PlayStation 3 or in white to match your Wii. Both keyboards can also “stand-up” to occupied as less as possible space in your living room or in front of your TV once you finish playing with them. No word on pricing or availability so far. More
