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New HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse connects to a PC without a USB dongle or Bluetooth. Instead, it connects via a built-in Wi-Fi receiver within the PC

HP is releasing a new, complete lineup of wireless devices supplied with Wi-Fi capability and Link-5 technology in an effort to increase user experience and convenience. 

Mobility is a feature that is gaining more importance in the growing field of technology, and HP is looking to meet user's needs by offering a line of wireless accessories. The newest addition to the wireless family the HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse; it is the first mouse to connect to a PC without a USB dongle or Bluetooth. Instead, it connects via a built-in Wi-Fi receiver within the PC.  

The HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse is capable of connecting to a user's PC through the integrated Wi-Fi adaptor. After pairing the mouse for the first time, it will continue to connect to the computer automatically. HP's new mobile mouse also features a nine-month battery life, full functionality up to 30 feet from the computer, five customizable buttons for creating shortcuts like copy and paste, and a four-way scroll wheel that can scroll up, down, left and right.  

In addition to the Wi-Fi mouse, HP is also releasing new PC accessories for its Link-5 technology, which allows users to connect as many as five HP-compatible computer accessories with one receiver using 2.4-GHz wireless technology. The new accessories include the HP Wireless Mini Keyboard, the Wireless Ultrathin Wireless Keyboard, the Wireless Elite v2 Keyboard, the Wireless Optical Comfort Mouse, the Wireless Laser Comfort Mouse and the Wireless Mobile Mouse.  

Each Link-5 accessory connects to a receiver through a "connect" button on the device, and does not require software or drivers to install.  

"HP offers its customers a wide variety of accessories that are simple to use with connectivity options to meet their unique needs," said Scott Pappan, director of Accessories, Personal Systems Group, at HP. "For consumers who desire PCs that are light and small but offer fewer USB ports, or for those who use their PCs in multiple settings, options like Wi-Fi and Link-5 allow users to keep USB ports free for other devices." 

The HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse will be available in June for $49.99. HP's Link-5 accessories range from $24.99 to $59.99. 

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I don't get it
By Drag0nFire on 5/13/2011 3:16:00 PM , Rating: 1
Why do I want a wifi mouse that does nothing more than my Bluetooth mouse does today? Sounds like nothing more than a waste of battery life.




RE: I don't get it
By cjohnson2136 on 5/13/2011 4:32:13 PM , Rating: 2
I mean in all honesty what else do you use a mouse other then a computer. I don't get the need for a bluetooth or wifi mouse. I mean a wireless one works just the same.


RE: I don't get it
By CZroe on 5/13/2011 9:50:11 PM , Rating: 2
Two 2.4GHz wireless transcievers sounds a little redundant. ;)

I do notice lower battery life when I leave my Bluetooth adapter turned on and use my wireless Bluetooth mouse (Razer Orochi) while browsing the Internet on my Alienware M11x. I also notice that I can't use A2DP (stereo Bluetooth audio) and the mouse at the same time (mouse and audio performance stutters). That said, a Wifi mouse would likely have higher latency than the 8ms Razer Orochi in BT mode, though you aren't expected to game that way (it's <1ms in wired mode).


Not a bad price
By icanhascpu on 5/13/2011 2:53:48 PM , Rating: 2
Id consider one depending on drivers and latency quality




RE: Not a bad price
By SilthDraeth on 5/16/2011 12:43:43 AM , Rating: 2
Exactly.


Wireless Wireless Keyboard?
By JMC2000 on 5/13/2011 8:29:50 PM , Rating: 2
quote:
Wireless Ultrathin Wireless Keyboard


So, let me guess, the keyboard connects to the computer using a wireless connection, and the keys talk to the keyboard controller wirelessly?




RE: Wireless Wireless Keyboard?
By Azethoth on 5/15/2011 12:15:43 AM , Rating: 2
Indeed, each key has its own transmitter for 107 transmitter goodness. You cannot buy more transmitter for your buck.


Dumb
By adiposity on 5/13/2011 5:19:48 PM , Rating: 2
If you want to connect via "built-in" wireless, put a bluetooth hub on the motherboard. Then everything bluetooth can use it.

I have to wonder if this affects the use of the wireless adapter as a network adapter. I have wireless presentation gateways at work that let you show your presentation on the connected monitor. Only problem is, you can't use WIFI for network at the same time.




This just in...
By bah12 on 5/13/2011 5:47:31 PM , Rating: 2
...HP announce that the mouse driver included other convenient customer options like changing the pointer, and animated menus. A spokesperson said that the driver should be no more than 500MB, and use less than 1GB of memory. It does however add 5 more icons to your task tray, for your convenience of course.

/sarcasm

Seriously tho HP has the most god awful drivers of any company, and I will NEVER use another HP product if I can help it.




Network mouse
By brian0555 on 5/14/2011 2:41:43 AM , Rating: 2
I think this seems like a good idea. No reciever to try to hide out of view for a htpc. I am currently using my ipod touch and an app to get this function. http://mobilemouse.com/

I'm just worried about battery life on these devices.




Wireless?
By Argon18 on 5/15/2011 10:04:48 AM , Rating: 1
I'm pretty happy with my USB mouse from 2004. I don't really understand the appeal of a wireless mouse, except for mobile laptop users. For desktop use, the USB cord is a very small price to pay for never having to dick around with AA batteries.




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