Computer mouse

There’s a Fully Working Computer, Including a Retractable Keyboard, Hidden Inside This Mouse

Some hardware hacks only exist as a way to prove they’re actually possible. Such is the case with this ‘Computer Mouse’ that was designed, 3D-printed, and assembled by YouTube’s Electronic Grenade. It’s a fully working portable computer that’s smaller than even the thinnest laptops, but at the same time infinitely less convenient to use. The…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jan 15

Why the Hell Would Anyone Use a Trackball Mouse?

With its big rolypoly ball and huge hand rest, the venerable trackball mouse looks like a holdover from 1996.

Accessories & Wearables Alex Cranz Sep 6

Douglas Engelbart, Developer of the Early Computer Mouse, Dead at 88

Douglas Engelbart, an internet pioneer and developer of the early computer mouse, passed away early this morning at the age of 88. Engelbart was involved in the development of the ARPANET—the precursor to the modern internet—and showed off hypertext long before most people had interacted with a computer, let alone touched a networked computer. On…

Tech News Matt Novak Jul 3

Is this hovering computer mouse real or fake?

Get a load of this hover-tastic wireless computer mouse by KIBARDINDESIGN, which is purportedly in the “testing period and research market” stage of development. According to the design studio’s website, the mouse — product designation: “The Bat” — levitates at a height of 40 millimeters on its own, or 10mm beneath the weight of your…

io9 Robbie Gonzalez Mar 5

Rotobotmouse Is the Computer Mouse Offspring of Dr Robotnik

There’s some of us who think it looks like Dr Robotnik. Others think it’s a waste of a typewriter. Artist and creator Aaron Ristau thinks it’s a computer mouse worth $300. To use it, you have to insert your smallest finger through the copper on the side of the mouse, and click the typewriter L…

Tech News Kat Hannaford Feb 18

Chinese-Themed Microsoft Arc Mice Can Get Lost In Your Pottery Collection

During my visit to Hong Kong, Brian showed me to a local design store called G.O.D. (Goods Of Desire), which kind of reminded me of a China kitsch-themed Urban Outfitters. When I get a chance to go back there, I’m definitely saving up some money for these laser mice, a Microsoft Arc and G.O.D. mashup.…

Tech News Elaine Chow Dec 2

Mouse Uses “Alien Technology” to Relieve Stress and RSI

Whenever a gadget is focused on ergonomics, buckle up for some seriously weird looking design. A prime example of this phenomenon can be seen in this “Alien Mouse” concept from designer Mizanur Rehman. The idea was to create a mouse that would strictly adhere to the principles of ergonomics and provide maximum comfort by molding…

Tech News Sean Fallon Jul 24

Computer Mouse R.I.P. In Five Years, Experts Say

Is the end of the venerable computer mouse at hand? Analyst firm Gartner seems to think so, and says its case is bolstered by the meteoric rise of technologies found in, and made popular by, Nintendo’s Wii controller and the Apple iPhone. Piling on is the slowly maturing field of facial recognition technology, which companies…

Tech News Jack Loftus Jul 20

There’s a Fully Working Computer, Including a Retractable Keyboard, Hidden Inside This Mouse

Why the Hell Would Anyone Use a Trackball Mouse?

Douglas Engelbart, Developer of the Early Computer Mouse, Dead at 88

Is this hovering computer mouse real or fake?

Rotobotmouse Is the Computer Mouse Offspring of Dr Robotnik

Chinese-Themed Microsoft Arc Mice Can Get Lost In Your Pottery Collection

Mouse Uses “Alien Technology” to Relieve Stress and RSI

Computer Mouse R.I.P. In Five Years, Experts Say

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