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The Mice of Macworld

Posted by Tom Spring | Tuesday, January 15, 2008 7:09 AM PT

Several companies including Macally and Microsoft are unleashing Apple-optimized computer mice at Macworld today. The mice are touted for being either wireless (Bluetooth and RF), precise (up to 1600dpi), and fashionably compatible with a Mac.

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Microsoft's marketing team decided to go no frills naming its new mouse the Microsoft Notebook Mouse for Mac. The $50 mouse connects via Bluetooth wireless technology.

Macally announces four new mice today.

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The $20 USB Accuglide uses laser sensors in combination with optical sensors to attain 800dpi precision and smooth control. This little guy is designed to hit the road and be easy to carry.

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Macally's Pebble Wireless five-button mouse uses 2.4GHz RF to link to computers and has a maximum resolution of 1600dpi. This mouse has a suggested retail price of $30.

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A wired Pebble sells for $20 and also features an ergonomic design and a selectable laser resolutions of 400, 800 and 1600 dpi.

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Lastly, Macally is rolling out its Turtle USB mouse aimed at Mac notebook users. It features a portable compact design, retractable USB cord, and 800dpi precision.

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