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Everything USB

12 January 2011

Summary: The Arc's size makes it perfect for road warriors, yet it is still comfortable to use for long period of time.
Pros: Intuitive touch sensitive bar works very well, Much more compact storage design, Full size body is one of the most comfortable "compact" mice, Blue-Eye laser sensor is...
Cons: No forward and backward thumb buttons, Black rubber part is a dust magnet, No included travel pouch like the original, Still uses magnets to hold the transceiver in pl...
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ComputerShopper

28 September 2010

Excerpt: This impressively slim mouse tracks well and snaps flat for easy transport. Highly mobile users will like its design—if not its coating and click buttons.
Pros: Snaps flat for easy transport, Tracks well on most surfaces, Scroll strip is surprisingly responsive
Cons: Click buttons too stiff, Rubbery coating is a lint magnet, No side or thumb buttons
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TechRadar UK

17 April 2011

Excerpt: The Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse is yet another innovative addition to the long-line of classic designs that the Microsoft Hardware group has blessed the world with over the
Pros: Stunning design, Highly responsive
Cons: Not rock-solid stable, High price
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Macworld UK

19 February 2011

Excerpt: With the world gone touch mad, Microsoft has joined in with the Arc Touch . It features a scroll strip instead of a wheel to keep the overall profile of the mouse as thin...
Pros: Lays flat for easy storage and carrying; responsive touch scroll strip; tracks accurately on most surfaces
Cons: Micro receiver can easily be lost; buttons a bit stiff; no side buttons; poor ergonomics; pricey
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Macworld UK

19 February 2011

Excerpt: With the world gone touch mad, Microsoft has joined in with the Arc Touch . It features a scroll strip instead of a wheel to keep the overall profile of the mouse as thin...
Pros: Lays flat for easy storage and carrying; responsive touch scroll strip; tracks accurately on most surfaces
Cons: Micro receiver can easily be lost; buttons a bit stiff; no side buttons; poor ergonomics; pricey
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TrustedReviews

1 February 2011

Summary: Is Microsoft's folding mouse genius or a gimmick?
Pros: Bluetrack works on almost any surface, Compact design
Cons: Uncomfortable after a while, Expensive compared to alternatives, Folding ability isn't all that useful
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electricpig.co.uk

18 January 2011

Summary: Like the Magic Mouse, this is slightly more attractive than practical
Pros: Looks slick, portable
Cons: "Touch" scroll wheel has horrible feel
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Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse