Modern mice are comfortable, but the imagination of designers does not end there. To get a new, unique and interesting device, they are trying to combine familiar manipulators with other gadgets, make mice more compact, add new features and even help those in need.
Mad Catz Cyborg RAT 8+
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Let’s start with a fully adjustable mouse designed for gamers. The manipulator can be adjusted to different grips and playing styles. The thumb rest is movable on two axes, and the length of the hand rest can be adjusted to suit you. It is possible to change the weight of the mouse and change components, since the kit comes with interchangeable supports for hands and little fingers with different coatings. And the weird wheel on the mouse should make it easier to dodge in shooters.
Canon X Mark I Mouse
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Mouse-calculator, which is suitable for people whose profession is associated with constant calculations. And also for those who just don’t like using the calculator app on their computer. The mouse is connected via Bluetooth, and accidentally pressing the button is quite difficult. There is a special Send button, by clicking on which a number from the calculator screen will be sent to the computer.
Swiftpoint GT
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Lightweight and small wireless mouse that fits in your pocket. It is ideal for constantly moving users who carry a laptop with them. The mouse was inspired by writing with a pen, so you need to hold it between your thumb and forefinger to use it. The device also supports various gestures, making it easy to manage.
Chameleon X-1
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This time, a three-in-one mouse, in which they tried to combine a gamepad and a mouse. The device has a familiar shape, as the design is an imitation of one of the Logitech mice. The battery compartment and wireless USB adapter are hidden under the rear panel. The second mouse mode is a gamepad, with 14 buttons and 2 joysticks, but holding it is not very convenient due to the shape of the manipulator. In addition, there is a third, additional, mode that turns the Chameleon X-1 into a remote control, which allows you to switch music, change the volume, scroll through documents and even turn off the computer.
Cool Ring-Style Fingertip USB Optical Mouse
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The idea behind this mouse is to use it without taking it too far away from the keyboard. The device is worn on the index finger and tracks movements with gestures through an optical sensor. The mouse can be adjusted under the finger, and for better work it is desirable to hold your hand over some surface.
Bat | Levitating Wireless Computer Mouse
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A mouse levitating above the platform with a magnetic ring that can easily support the weight of the hand. According to the designer, the device should help with carpal tunnel syndrome. Many computer users can suffer from this disease, which causes tingling, numbness and pain in the hands, damaging the muscles.
MoGo Mouse
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Newton Peripherals designed a mouse that was supposed to be stored in a PCMCIA connector. It is compact and wireless, and charges its batteries in the PCMCIA bay. Therefore, the device is easy to carry and get, but for the sake of this, some things had to be sacrificed, including the wheel. To start using the mouse, you need to raise and lock the stand.
Transforming Laser Mouse Trypticon
The computer mouse is from Takara, although it’s better to think of it as a mere toy. The device can be turned from a mouse into a transformer dinosaur, barely resembling a real Trypticon from the Transformers Universe. The arm works great, connects via USB, and you can even buy it on Amazon for $90.
Mice in the form of cars
For motorists, there are many different manipulators in the form of transport. A computer mouse in the style of a racing car, in the form of a Chevrolet Camaro, Porsche, Mercedes Benz, Volkswagen – there is one for every taste and color. These mice work great, have a wheel in the middle of the hood, and are mostly wireless. Although some because of the form is unlikely to be convenient to use.
Toe Mouse
Source: wired
A mouse that needs to be controlled by the foot. First of all, this invention is intended for people with disabilities, for those who, for some reason, cannot use the mouse familiar to us. This manipulator must be placed between the big and second toes and move the Toe Mouse across the floor to control the cursor. And with your fingers you can press the left and right mouse buttons.