As it celebrates its 30-year anniversary, Microsoft Hardware is announcing the launch of several new mice and keyboards, all tuned for use with Windows 8. Four of the devices are Bluetooth-enabled, pocket-sized yet sturdy, and specially designed for use on the go including with tablets.
In the coming weeks and months, the company will introduce two new Bluetooth-enabled keyboards and mice to the market ? the Wedge Touch Mouse, the Wedge Mobile Keyboard, the Sculpt Touch Mouse, and the Sculpt Mobile Keyboard. On October 26, the general availability date of the new Windows 8 operating system, Microsoft will also release updated Windows 8 gestures for the Microsoft Touch Mouse.
?Its an exciting time for the whole company for lots of reasons, but this is something were thrilled about and we can?t wait to see peoples reactions,? says Brett Kelleran, general manager of Microsoft Hardware.
The new keyboards and mice, specifically tuned to Windows 8 and designed for mobile computing, is the largest collection of Bluetooth offerings the company has ever announced at one time.
As PCs get smaller, lighter, and thinner, they are appearing with fewer and fewer USB ports. Coupled with a growing ubiquity of BlueTooth-enabled PCs, there?s a clear trend developing.
?It?s only natural that keyboards and mice adapt accordingly,? Kelleran says.
The new keyboards and mice have special touches designed for just such use, including a cover for the Wedge Mobile Keyboard that doubles as a stand for your tablet, a mouse that sleeps when the computer sleeps to save batteries, and the battery door cover slides instead of unclipping so users on the go won?t lose it. And with the Bluetooth-enabled devices, there?s no need for cords or wires, and no need to take up a USB port.
?We?ve thought about each and every detail to ensure our customers have a great mobile experience,? Kelleran says.
Young Kim, industrial design manager for Microsoft Hardware, says the devices have a high level of craftsmanship from the thought and planning that goes into each one, to the way theyre designed, to the way theyre manufactured. For example, instead of painting plastic to look metallic, the devices incorporate metal.
?When we use authentic materials, were able to connect with customers in a way thats more than just appearance level. Its a level of authenticity and pride in craftsmanship that you would expect from very high-end jewelry that you can get in consumer electronics,? Kim says. ?It compliments that lifestyle our customers are looking for.?
About The New Devices
The Bluetooth-enabled Microsoft Sculpt Mobile Keyboard (US$49.95) is sturdy, but just over one pound and ideal for travel. It has a Comfort Curve design to position hands and wrists naturally, and a battery saving mode that powers the keyboard down after a period of inactivity (and wakes it up again with the tap of a key).
The ultrathin Sculpt Mobile Keyboard?s Comfort Curve design encourages natural wrist posture with a slight, six-degree curve. Windows 8 Hot Keys let you quickly search, share or access your devices, settings and Windows Start screen with the tap of a finger. Connecting to any computer enabled with Bluetooth is easy, with no transceiver required. And you?ll enjoy up to 10 months of battery life with an on/off switch that conserves battery power and a two-color battery life indicator that warns you when its time to switch batteries.
The pocket-sized Microsoft Wedge Touch Mouse (US$69.95) is designed for the mobile lifestyle, but still provides four-way touch scrolling and navigation. It?s Bluetooth-enabled, and features BlueTrack Technology, so it can be used on virtually any surface. It also has backpack mode, which means it will power down and sleep along with the computer its paired to, saving battery life.
The mouse packs full functionality into a stylish, compact frame. Small enough to fit in your pocket, provides four-way Touch scrolling and navigation at your fingertips. Plus, it features BlueTrack Technology, so you can use it on virtually any surface, whether you?re in a conference room, a coffee shop or at home on your couch.
The artful and minimalist design of the Wedge Touch Mouse comes free of cables or USB transceivers you simply turn it on and connect it to your Bluetooth-enabled laptop or tablet for a clutter-free experience. And when you pair it with your Wedge Mobile Keyboard, youll get a complete and comfortable mobile computing setup anytime, anywhere. Battery-saving technology completes the picture, as the mouse powers down and goes into sleep mode along with the computer its paired to, extending battery life.
The slim Microsoft Wedge Mobile Keyboard (US$79.95) is designed for use with a tablet but brings the comfort and efficiency of a full-size keyboard, and has a durable cover that not only protects your keyboard from scratches but also quickly converts into a tablet stand. When youre done using it, simply snap the cover back on the keyboard to power it down before you stash it in your bag.
The keyboard also uses the latest in Bluetooth technology, so you can wirelessly connect to your tablet without a cable or transceiver.
The keyboard features Windows 8 Hot Key, media keys, Bluetooth technology, and a durable cover to protect it and your tablet from scratches. The cover also converts into a tablet stand.
The Bluetooth-enabled Microsoft Sculpt Touch Mouse (US$49.95) is finely tuned for use with Windows 8, including a four-way touch scroll strip for navigating up and down, left and right, and swiping through windows and documents.
This mouse is a great portable solution for smooth and easy navigation. With a four-way touch scroll strip, you can breeze up and down, left and right, and through applications and documents with a simple finger swipe, making it great for navigating the Windows 8 Start screen. Plus, it connects via Bluetooth so you can enjoy a reliable and clutter-free wireless connection while freeing up an additional USB port. BlueTrack Technology lets you ditch your mousepad and use your mouse on virtually any surface, including granite, marble, carpet and wood. The Sculpt Touch Mouse?s portable form factor is perfect for getting things done on the go, and its ambidextrous design provides comfort with either hand.
The Microsoft Touch Mouse (US$79.95) has been updated specifically for use with Windows 8 to incorporate finger swipes and movements that allow for navigation, switching through apps, and zooming in and out.
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