Microsoft RVF-00052 Arc Wireless USB Touch Mouse - Black

I ordered this item on a whim when I was away from home. I had forgotten to pack a mouse to use with my tablet and decided to look browse online for one of those tiny travel mice. I happened across this item, the Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse. The powered off mode when the mouse is bent out flat is perfect for slipping into the small zipper pocket on my tablet sleeve. Mind you, this is the USB version and I have the Surface Pro which has a USB port so it may not work for your tablet but works great with desktops, laptops, my smart TV, and even a game console which supports mice input. Set-up is a breeze. The tiny USB receiver plugs into... a USB port which then immediately is detected. On Windows 7 there was a quick installation but on 8 it was practically instantaneous. After opening the battery hatch and popping in the provided AAA batteries, you're ready to go. The wireless signal was a little weak due to my super thick desk and using a rear port, but using a front port, keyboard port, or even a USB extension cord gave a much stronger connection. As a computer mouse, this is an odd one at first glance. To power it on, you bend the "tail" of the mouse downwards until you hear and feel a nice solid and satisfying click. To show you the mouse has been powered on, the blue optical sensor on the bottom lights up along with a green light on the top. The arc (ah-ha, hence the name) gives the mouse the feeling of a typical pointing tool so your muscle memory kicks right in and you'll be pointing and clicking in no time. I was a bit concerned about how the wheel-slide-pad thing would work but finally giving it a try did away with my fears. The wheel (I'll be calling it that from now on) works just a mechanical wheel, slide up and down to scroll. There is a small amount of haptic feedback when scrolling; just like with a mechanical wheel clicking and a cellphone vibrating, you immediately know when the mouse registers a scroll command. You can also give the pad a small flick in either direction to cover more distance quickly but it allows you to then put your finger on the wheel to immediately stop to prevent any runaway scrolling. I also figured out that if you double tap the wheel near the center, it acts like a middle mouse button press which is a very useful function I worried was missing. Using the wheel takes a small amount of time to get used to but after a few hours, I believe I've gotten the hang of it. One could assume the mouse is rather lightweight due to the compact design and the mouse gives quite a bit of resistance from force at the top so as not to fold flat and turn off. I was able to balance a small tub of lotion, a roll of packing tape, a 500mL bottle of water, a remote control and a smallish digital camera on the mouse without it collapsing. Even so, a quick but gentle swat or using leverage at the ends is enough to close it shut without having to use much muscle providing ease of use for when you with to turn your mouse off. Storage is easy due to the flat profile but I am somewhat worried of keeping the USB receiver and mouse together. I was expecting a small hole for the receiver behind the battery hatch like with most other wireless mice I've seen. This mouse has a small picture of the receiver on the bottom showing where a surprisingly strong magnet is hidden where you can store the tiny plug. It's a little strange to have it this way but the magnet seems strong enough to keep it from falling away and getting lost. If you're worried too, keep it in the USB port of your laptop or tablet; the protrusion is practically invisible, almost flush with the side of my laptop, and won't get in the way when storing your computer. Long-story-short/conclusion: Great mouse; travels well, works well, comfortable for gaming and productivity, good for scaring people when you bend it in half to turn it on. I can't comment on the battery life due to it only arriving today but I'm willing to guess the batteries will last as long as in a typical wireless mouse. Also, it works as a blue flash light for when you need to find something in the darkness under your desk.

This is a great mouse. Touch Scroll: The touch scrolling is unbelievably satisfying. The scroll bar has a vibrator inside, so that when you scroll it gives the feedback of a normal scroll wheel. This can be configured to be on/off and even quiet/loud using Microsoft Keyboard and Mouse Center. Flicking the scroll is super cool as the scroll vibrator continues to vibrate in a slowing down fashion after you release the mouse. It feels and sounds great while scrolling through large files and websites is a breeze. Arc: I hate having to awkwardly flip normal mice over and switch it off to save battery. This arc design is super cool to simply push down into the table to turn off. When it snaps into its straight position, it turns off. Configuration: Having Microsoft Keyboard and Mouse Center is crucial to fully. The buttons, scroll sensitivity and speed, vibration, and center click can all be configured to your preferences. The flick can also be turned off, but it is so cool no one in their right mind would do that. Design: The mouse looks great, and I impress all my friends with its sweet design. The rubbery back end gives it a nice grip while feeling cool in your hand. Because the mouse is so light, this grip is necessary. The mouse only makes contact with the surface in two places: front and back. This is a huge plus. This enables the mouse to glide seamlessly over any surface. I have tried a number, and they all work well. Some work better than others, but most work way better than they do using a traditional mouse. Transport: This mouse is super light and super flat. Some complain about the storage of the receiver, but for me, this is absolutely awesome. I don't loose it because I pay attention when I carry this thing around. If you have a habit of loosing things, this might be bad for you; but then you will loose anything else you are going to buy to so... I hate how every mouse on the market (except the Microsoft Touch Mouse, which is also on my desk) stores the receiver inside the mouse. You have to open it every time you want to transport it or you loose the receiver. Now you simply throw it at the pick (it will stick) and you are good to go. The magnet it SUPER strong. You have to work at getting it off the back. I would definitely buy this again, and will consider it as a great gift item in the future. Hope that helps!

I'm a college student and do most of my work on my laptop. I use it at home, during class, at the library or even a coffee shop. The touchpad on my Samsung laptop is sluggish and hard to control, so I needed a mouse. With this mouse I can transport it so easily; whether in my jeans pocket or in the smallest of pockets in my backpack. Not only is it super portable but it works and feels like a dream. It works on any surface (even concrete), it's smooth and lightweight and very responsive and precise. It's a simple mouse with a touch scroll wheel (the scroller even makes the typical scrolling sound) and only three buttons; left and right-click with a double-tap button in the middle of the touch scroll wheel. Only thing I think that would make it better would have a automatic shut-off after at least a minute because it is easy to sometimes forget to close it flat. I also wouldn't suggest it for gamers. Overall a great mouse! Everything I could want from a modern, everyday mouse.

Excellent. Used the same mouse for three years and when it developed a snag I had been looking for this. finally I found here and its excellent in function easy to pack when travelling. And of course a classic design to make others envy....

5点と評価しました。 新品でキズも無く綺麗なパッケージでした。 電池は単4型AAA1.5vの2本が付属で付いていました。 箱には封印シールが付いていて無傷で綺麗でした。 早速使ってみましたが別に異常は確認されなかったし、軽くてスムーズな動きでした。 動作確認が初日の結果では普通の動き方をするマウスと認識しています。

Debated buying an expensive mouse for a while, glad I did though.. The scroll noise takes some getting used to but that is a small price to pay for something that looks and feels soooooo good..

Todo bien, bastante ergonómico aunque en mi caso un cm o dos mas grande hubiera estado mejor, pero soy de manos grandes.

These are the absolute BEST mice. Might be discontinued now though. So sad. Design: Amazing Battery life: Has more to do with the battery than mouse no? Comfort: Very Value: Worth every penny Bluetooth connectivity: Never tried it Thank you!