Belkin goes compact with MiniWireless Optical Mouse

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Posted on 5 Aug 2003 at 11:47

These days, you associate Belkin with wireless networking. But the components company has today launched a new mouse in the UK. A wireless mouse, nonetheless: the MiniWireless Optical Mouse.

Belkin claims that it is designed specifically for the notebook market, with a compact shape measuring 8.7cm 'nose to tail' with a maximum width of 4.8cm. The optical sensor processes surface motion at 1,500 frames per second, and is able - via RF operation - to work up to 90cm from the computer. It also comes with an extension cable.

There is an on/off switch and the device runs on 2x AAA batteries. It has an RRP of £34.99 (including VAT).

'This product complements our mobility range perfectly, being practical as well as stylish in design,' said Rob Falconer, UK Sales and Marketing Director. 'With business travel increasing, Belkin believes that it is imperative to deliver products which are comfortable for people to use on the go - whether that be on a plane, train, car or bus.'

Also on the mouse font, Logitech has announced a new 'nest' of mice: the Click! range. Designed for mainstream PC users, it consists of Click! Optical Mouse (£29.99), Cordless Click! Optical Mouse (£39.99, pictured) and Cordless Click! Plus Optical Mouse (£49.99) - all prices including VAT.

'The mouse may well be the object we touch most during the day,' said a spokesperson for Logitech. 'It has to look good, feel good and work perfectly. We spent thousands of hours researching and designing the smallest details and most subtle contours for Click!'

More info is available from the Logitech website.

Author: Alun Williams