Testseek.co.uk have collected 128 expert reviews of the Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse and the average rating is 73%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse.
October 2010
(73%)
128 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
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3290 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
How elevated the Arc Touch Mouse is
And it's comfortable to grip from on top with your fingers running underneathWe can’t fault the Microsoft Arc Touch mouse for its performance. It glides easily across surfaces
Even grippy wooden tables
Despite only touching at two points
And doesn’t collapse in on itself with the pressure of day to day use. And the BlueTrack laser tech means it works on ju
Just 1.5 cm tall when laid flat / Nice design and finish
Plug & play with Windows
Linux and Mac
Tiny USB adapter is so small you can plug it in and forget it's there
BlueTrack sensor handles fast movement well
Flattening the mouse automatically cuts off the power
Stunning design
Highly responsive
Lays flat for easy storage and carrying
Responsive touch scroll strip
Tracks accurately on most surfaces
Compact
Collapsible design
Easy to use
Fast to setup
Compact USB device
Clever design
Magnetic holder for adapter
Bluetrack works on almost any surface
Compact design
Ultra-thin
Light
And compact
About half an inch thick when powered off
Easy to pair and use
Customizable buttons and scroll strip
Three-year warranty
The editors didn't like
"Touch" scroll wheel has horrible feel
Sliders a bit to sticky
Virtual scroll wheel is good quality but just not accurate enough
With this mouse, Microsoft proved that its designers could rival Apple with a unique, stylish product that is sturdy as well as simple and functional. Although USD 70 is a little pricey for a mouse, it is perfect for traveling and can easily be used as...
Abstract: The Microsoft Arc Touch mouse falls right in line with the rest of the company’s Arc devices: very cool to look at, not very practical for long-term use. The Arc Touch’s claim to fame, and what differs it from the original Arc mouse , is that it replac...
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 very accurate, Plug and play with no software needed, Nano transceiver works very well, Uses standard AAA batteries (included), On/Off button is built into flattening and expanding the mouse so you know when the mouse is on and off by simply looking at it, Force feeback mechanism for the sensor bar "click wheel"
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 place (magnets + computer equipment is not a good thing!), No horizontal scrolling, vertical only...
The Microsoft Arc Touch really does have the portability to make it perfect for any road warrior, yet still is big enough to be comfortable to use for extended periods of time. The touch based sensor bar really is nifty and while not many Arc users wil...
Unique, portable design. Touch scroll has vibrating feedback. Thumbnail USB has innovative storage on base of mouse. BlueTrack laser technology allows the mouse to be used on a variety of surfaces. Ambidextrous,
The Microsoft Arc Touch offers an exciting concept. The mouse is simply folded open for use, and can thus find space in any bag without problems for transportation. The folding mechanism makes a robust impression and should also attract some interested gl...
Published: 2010-10-17, Author: David , review by: techworld.com
Portable, practical, good at its job and more desirable than a PC peripheral has any right to be, Microsoft’s Arc Touch wireless mouse is a superb wireless mouse. Yes, it’s expensive - not to mention a little unconventional for some tastes. But we rec...
Abstract: Video Review: Upgrade your old trackball mouse with the new Arc Touch, a next generation wireless mouse that's both lightweight and portable with BlueTrack technology. ...
Very Attractive Design, BlueTrak Laser Technology, 2.4Ghz Wireless Technology, Good Battery Life (6 months), Touchstrip is a fun replacement of the scrollwheel, Ambidexterous Design, Bendable On/Off Feature and Indicator, Very lightweight and portable,
Expensive price, TouchStrip can be a bit finicky
The Performance of the Arc Touch was very good. The range of the 2.4Ghz allows for use with HTPC systems, or systems that you may have tucked out of site. The BlueTrack laser provides great cursor accuracy, even on non-traditional surfaces such as car...
If you’re not too concerned with ergonomics and just want a compact and unique mouse to always have with you, the Arc Mouse Touch is a solid choice. If, however, you really rely on your mobile mouse as a serious input device, you should find something...
Awesome design, Nano receiver, Comfortable in the hand
Touch sensors for scroll take getting used to
The Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse is my new favorite portable mouse. The Arc Touch looks good, performs very well, and is very comfortable covering all the bases for a portable mouse. ...
