Awesome Mouses

Sound designer Michiel de Boer presents a lesson on origins of the humble mouse cursor, as well as its evolution in both Windows and Mac. Not only did Michiel put the research in, he also has a soothing voice. Plus he made his own versions of the Windows cursors.

RBT’s Rebel Real Mouse has an unorthodox but functional design. The raised left- and right-click buttons put your hand in a more natural position, while their backward clicking action lets the middle of your fingers do the work instead of tiring out your fingertips.

The gaming version of Lexip’s groundbreaking 3D mouse. Like its predecessor, the Pu94 doubles as two joysticks – it’s body acts as one, and it also has a thumbstick. Its software lets you map not just movement but keys and macros. It also has replaceable ceramic feet.

Logitech has brought back its beloved MX518 gaming mouse. The 2019 version retains the shape and glossy finish of the original, but adds a new optical sensor and processor for a more responsive experience. Dedicated buttons let you switch DPI settings on the fly.

The Razer Turret for Xbox One is a wireless mechanical keyboard and mouse combo for Microsoft’s gaming console. They keyboard has a dedicated Xbox key and a retractable mouse pad with magnets to keep the mouse on its surface. It also works with Windows 10 PCs.

Padrone Design’s pricey wearable controller lets you use your hand as a mouse. Just put it on your index finger and pair it with your device via Bluetooth. You left-click with your index finger, right click with your middle finger, and scroll with both fingers.

HP’s upcoming USB Fingerprint Mouse lets you take advantage of Windows Hello authentication on any Windows 10 PC. It has a built-in fingerprint reader and stores your fingerprint on the device itself for added security. Drops 12/2018 for $49.

SteelSeries’ premium wireless gaming mouse promises a response time of just 1ms for lag-free gaming. It also has a built-in sensor that allows the mouse to counteract the unwanted movement when you lift the mouse. It gets 10 hours of use from just a 15 min charge.

Delux’s ergonomic mouse is very similar to Logitech’s MX Vertical, but it has a couple of unique features. You can adjust its tilt 20º to the left or right for a more comfortable fit. It also has a scroll wheel that can be accessed by both your index finger and thumb.

Logitech’s new ergonomic mouse has an unconventional wedge shape. The company claims that this shape provides the perfect angle to comfortably rest your hand, reducing muscle strain and wrist pressure while improving your posture.

Swiftpoint took the ergonomic pen grip design of their Swiftpoint GT mouse and added tons of features to make the ProPoint. The miniature Bluetooth ergonomic mouse also has tilt gestures and even works as a presentation device.

Apple will be releasing dark gray versions of its keyboard, mouse and trackpad, but the peripherals will be available only with the ridiculous new iMac Pro. Fortunately, this is a trivial matter for ColorWare. You still have to pay a premium, though.

Unlike other styluses, Phree lets you write on practically any surface – the result will still show up on your PC or mobile device. It can also be used as a mouse or a headset, and can show notifications on its OLED touchscreen.

The Pen Mouse is an alternative pointing device for people who prefer to grip a pen. It can scan at 400-1200 DPI on nearly any surface. It runs on 1 AAA battery. Also available from Newegg.

The Ouroboros’ length and back arch angle are both adjustable, and it has swappable side panels. It can also be powered via its internal battery, an AA battery or via USB. Coming 08/12 for $130.

Interphase’s Penveu will turn any flat surface into an interactive display. It’s equipped with a scroll bar, utility buttons, and its teardrop shape lets you to easily switch between mouse and pen modes.

The Cyborg M.M.O. 7 is made for MMO gamers, with 13 programmable buttons, a mode for keeping the left- or right-click button pressed down and a drag-and-drop World of Warcraft plug-in.

Etsy shop doneLeather sells custom mouse pads made of vegetable-tanned leather that are cut, stamped and finished by hand. We dare you to find a more handsome mouse pad at this price.

The Cyborg R.A.T. 7 Albino has all the features of the high-end R.A.T. series – removable weights, palm and pinkie rests, programmable buttons – plus a 6400 DPI sensor and matte white body.

Very cool abstract images generated by using Moscow designer Anatoly Zenkov’s IOGraph application, which tracks the movements of your mouse while you work and surf during the day.

Made of solid steel with rubber feet, these handmade metal mousepads from Greensforged also include an inscription of your choice. Looks like Father Grigori already ordered his.

Razer finally gives a hand to southpaws with a left-handed version of the DeathAdder after releasing the RH version last fall; it features the same 3.5G IR sensor at the same price.

They may not be feature-laden, but Microsoft’s use-anywhere BlueTrack tech gets budget-friendly with three decidedly not blind mice: the 3500, 4500, and 2000 sell for $25-$30.