IntelliMouse lives again
In a list of icons in computer history, the first Macintosh mouse would be next and then the Atari ST mouse. However, maybe the most iconic mice are the first Logitech PC mouse and, perhaps, the Amiga mouse. Microsoft’s IntelliMouse turned the industry upside down when it introduced the scroll wheel to standard mouse designs.
Microsoft IntelliMouse has a simple design and sleek curves, making it one of the company’s most successful products. Many other companies also mimicked it, thus becaming an inspiration for designers everywhere. Microsoft has made sure to release updates on their Microsoft IntelliMouse products. You can now get the most current ones available.
The IntelliMouse Explorer, the first mouse widely available with an optical sensor in place of a traditional ‘ball,’ was just as radical as its first version, but this time it was even more so. One of the main improvements in the IntelliMouse Explorer 2.0 is that it now has wireless functionality, eliminating the need for a cord or to connect a wireless receiver. This is a huge step in terms of convenience and efficiency.
The last IntelliMouse released by Microsoft was the IntelliMouse 3.0, which was withdrawn and re-released in 2006.
Maybe you’re one of the nostalgic rock ‘n’ roll fans and still have IntelliMouse commercials in your head. In this case you’ll be happy to know that Microsoft has decided to bring back the mouse!
The latest IntelliMouse has the same shape as the old one, but has re-released with new technologies.
The new model is called the “Classic Intellimouse” (no capital “M”). It possesses a scroll wheel with the same “tight” feel as the old model. Now, however, the BlueTrack sensor on the bottom of the mouse works with a level of precision that is equivalent to the human hand and allows it to work even on glass. It has 5 additional keys, located in 3 different spots. That is to make sure you can achieve an even smoother feel while providing 1000 reports per second (via Microsoft software), Allowing you to connect via USB, the Xbox One S is compatible with consoles of all sizes. It’s also a great option for gamers as it can save game progress and more.
As you can see, the shape is indeed almost identical to the old mouse, but with only one slight change – the color has changed from grey to black and dark grey. Microsoft calls this combination “gunmetal”.
One of the classic features on the IntelliMouse recently changed. A red light that would indicate you’ve reached your “Action Window” on both sides of the mouse, has changed to white.
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Author: PC-GR
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