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    A mouse idea?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by mickel65, May 3, 2008.

  1. mickel65

    mickel65 Newbie

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    I want to share this idea and hear you opinion. Would it be possible to replace the mechanical scroll with a electrical touch screen sensor, which would execute the command for scrolling? Similar to the touch pad on a notebook or Iphone, could this application be applied to the scroll? Has anyone seen the microsoft mouse that's applied as a mouse and as a presentation tool? Thanks for sharing.

    http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mouseandkeyboard/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=085
     
    mickel65, May 3, 2008
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  2. Crimson Roses

    Crimson Roses Notebook Evangelist

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    I've never seen that mouse before, but that look like a pretty cool toy! :cool: I'll have to keep checking this thread.

    And I see this is your first post mickel65. Welcome to the club! :cool:
     
    Crimson Roses, May 3, 2008
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  3. Modly

    Modly Warranty Voider

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    It would be very possible to replace the mechanical scroll.

    The question is "when". The technology is there, it's all about making it cost effective and having a successful design. If you do it wrong, you'll accidentally scroll when clicking or have other bugs.
     
    Modly, May 4, 2008
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    msb0b Notebook Consultant

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    Logitech, Mogo and Elecom have mice with touch sensitive scroll wheel. I have seen the Elecom on sale in Best Buy under their house Rocketfish brand.
     
    msb0b, May 4, 2008
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