One of the most stylish and ergonomic computer mice on the market comes from Microsoft, a company known not only for the most world’s popular operating system, but also for it’s high-end computer peripherals provided. Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 7000 is a rechargeable model designed for the use with your right hand only, and works wirelessly from up to 30-foot distance, based on the 2.4 GHz technology, via a Mini USB receiver. It has a full charging time of up to 7 hours to operate continuously for up to 3 weeks at a single charge.
It is a high-definition laser mouse working based on Microsoft’s proprietary technology, featuring a status indicator that flashes when batteries are low. When this happens you have to place it on the charging pad in the horizontal position.

Laser mice use an invisible laser beam that reflects from the surface reaching the sensor, which sends the images to the digital signal processor. The processor detects image patterns changes and establishes the distance the mouse has moved since the last change. These coordinates are then sent to the computer to be translated into the cursor movement on the monitor. It provides higher image resolution on more types of surfaces, than optical mice, even on tricky polished or wood-grain surfaces, glazed ceramic tile, untextured plastic, metal surfaces, photo paper, laminate countertops, and opaque glass, while enabling 20 times more surface tracking power compared to the optical sensor.



Featuring the Windows Flip 3D Key, the Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 7000 allows you to access this mode, specific to Windows Vista operating system, which shows all the open windows in a cool three-dimensional view. In addition, you can use the Magnifier feature to enlarge and edit page fragments, or the 4-way directional button based on the Tilt Wheel Technology, to scroll pages horizontally and vertically and see all the details. Microsoft High Definition Technology promises increased precision, high responsiveness and smoother tracking, while specifications highlight 6,000 frames per second tracking system, 1,000 points per inch resolution, and a tracking speed of up to 15 inches per second.

System requirements include the Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac operating system, 100MB hard drive space to install the software, and a free USB port.



The mouse measures 4.77 x 3.23 x 1.66 inches at a weight of 3.7 ounces, powers from one AAA 1000 mAh Ni-Mh battery type, and is available at a retail price of $70 with a 3-year warranty.