| Also known as | Surface Arc Mouse Arc Touch Mouse |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| Type | Computer mouse |
| Release date | 2008 |
Pair Microsoft Arc Mouse. On the bottom of Microsoft Arc Mouse, press and hold the pairing button until the LED light begins to blink. On your Surface or Windows 10 PC, select Start Settings Devices Bluetooth& Other Devices Add Bluetooth or other Device Bluetooth. Tap or select Microsoft Arc Mouse in the list of Bluetooth devices. Simple example of how to connect your Bluetooth mouse on your macOS device. The mouse used in this example is a Microsoft Designer mouse on a MacBook Air.Mor. Arc Touch Mouse works on any surface, smooth and mirror-like or fibered. Arc Touch Mouse features the special button on the bottom for smooth and quick Bluetooth pairing. The mouse is powered with 2 AAA alkaline batteries with an approximate life of 12 months. Product name: Microsoft Arc Touch Bluetooth Mouse. The Arc Mouse is a family of portable computer mice produced by Microsoft.A mobile mouse, the device has evolved over a number of years, including special editions designed to coordinate with the company's Surface family of computers. Has anyone tried using the Microsoft Arc Mouse with MacOS Mojave? @leiu6 do you have to pair the arc mouse every time after Mac reboot or sleep. Or does the mouse reconnect automatically? An unofficial community to discuss Apple devices and software, including news, rumors, opinions and analysis pertaining to the company located at.
The Arc Mouse is a family of portable computer mice produced by Microsoft. A mobile mouse, the device has evolved over a number of years, including special editions designed to coordinate with the company's Surface family of computers. All versions of the Arc Mouse are folding and include scrolling capability, and the first version was released in 2008.[1]
Versions[edit]
Arc Mouse[edit]
Initially release in 2008, Microsoft positioned the Arc Mouse as a fashionable, portable mouse. Available in black or red, the mouse featured a folding design. Wireless communication was provided over 2.4 GHz, and the mouse used a laser for tracking.[2]
Arc Touch Mouse[edit]
An updated version, the Arc Touch Mouse, changed the design and main interface points, and was released in 2010.[3][4] Instead of folding for portability, the Touch Mouse flattens from its curved 'in-use' shape. In place of the scroll wheel on the original, the second version features a capacitive touch strip for scrolling. The touch strip is speed sensitive, includes 3 buttons (1 each for page up and page down, and 1 programmable), and features haptic feedback.[5][6]
Arc Touch Bluetooth Mouse[edit]
To match its Surface devices, Microsoft updated the design of the Arc Touch Mouse. The new design is grey and features a new touch strip. Bluetooth is used for connectivity.[7][8]
Surface Arc Mouse/Microsoft Arc Mouse[edit]
Announced along with the Surface Laptop in 2017, the Surface Arc Mouse replaces the buttons and touch strip with a large capacitive touch surface, and it's available in colors that match the new laptop.[9] As of December 2019, the mouse is available on the Microsoft Store for $69.99. [10]
References[edit]
- ^'Review: Microsoft Arc Mouse'. Macworld. Retrieved 2017-05-02.
- ^'Microsoft Arc Mouse: Where Fashion and Technology Collide' (Press release). Microsoft. 2008-09-09. Retrieved 2017-05-04.
- ^Coldewey, Devin. 'Review: Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse'. TechCrunch. Retrieved 2017-05-02.
- ^'Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse seriously, finally, officially announced, doesn't ship until December'. Engadget. Retrieved 2017-05-02.
- ^'Think the Mouse Is Dead? Think Again With Microsoft's Arc Touch Mouse'. News Center (Press release). Microsoft. 2010-09-01. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^Coldewey, Devin. 'Review: Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse'. TechCrunch. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^'Microsoft Arc Touch Bluetooth Mouse Review'. winsupersite.com. Archived from the original on 2017-10-24. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^'Microsoft unveils Surface 2, Surface Pro 2 and new accessories'. News Center (Press release). Microsoft. 2013-09-23. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^'Microsoft's lie-flat Surface Arc mouse is a new take on an old design'. Engadget. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^https://www.microsoft.com/en-au/p/microsoft-arc-mouse-black/8mwhbv8qvskr/g7gl?activetab=pivot:techspecstab
Before You Begin
Make sure your Surface or Windows 10 PC is Bluetooth 4.0 Compatible. Microsoft Arc Mouse requires Windows 10 on a Bluetooth 4.0 Host to connect. If you are unsure whether or not your Host is Bluetooth 4.0 compatible, you may need to work with your original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
Make sure Bluetooth is Turned On. If Bluetooth is turned off, Microsoft Arc Mouse will not be able to be seen by your Host PC. To verify this follow these steps:
Select the Action Center icon located on the bottom right of your screen, to the right of the time and date.
Locate the Bluetooth Tile and verify that it is highlighted or enabled. If you do not see the Bluetooth Tile, you may need to select Expand in Action Center to see additional options.
Make sure Airplane Mode is Turned Off. Airplane Mode disconnects you from any network and disables your Host PCs ability to connect to Bluetooth devices, or Wireless Networks. To verify that Airplane Mode is turned off, follow these steps:
Pair Microsoft Arc Mouse. On the bottom of Microsoft Arc Mouse, press and hold the pairing button until the LED light begins to blink. On your Surface or Windows 10 PC, select Start Settings Devices Bluetooth& Other Devices Add Bluetooth or other Device Bluetooth. Tap or select Microsoft Arc Mouse in the list of Bluetooth devices. Simple example of how to connect your Bluetooth mouse on your macOS device. The mouse used in this example is a Microsoft Designer mouse on a MacBook Air.Mor. Arc Touch Mouse works on any surface, smooth and mirror-like or fibered. Arc Touch Mouse features the special button on the bottom for smooth and quick Bluetooth pairing. The mouse is powered with 2 AAA alkaline batteries with an approximate life of 12 months. Product name: Microsoft Arc Touch Bluetooth Mouse. The Arc Mouse is a family of portable computer mice produced by Microsoft.A mobile mouse, the device has evolved over a number of years, including special editions designed to coordinate with the company's Surface family of computers. Has anyone tried using the Microsoft Arc Mouse with MacOS Mojave? @leiu6 do you have to pair the arc mouse every time after Mac reboot or sleep. Or does the mouse reconnect automatically? An unofficial community to discuss Apple devices and software, including news, rumors, opinions and analysis pertaining to the company located at.
The Arc Mouse is a family of portable computer mice produced by Microsoft. A mobile mouse, the device has evolved over a number of years, including special editions designed to coordinate with the company's Surface family of computers. All versions of the Arc Mouse are folding and include scrolling capability, and the first version was released in 2008.[1]
Versions[edit]
Arc Mouse[edit]
Initially release in 2008, Microsoft positioned the Arc Mouse as a fashionable, portable mouse. Available in black or red, the mouse featured a folding design. Wireless communication was provided over 2.4 GHz, and the mouse used a laser for tracking.[2]
Arc Touch Mouse[edit]
An updated version, the Arc Touch Mouse, changed the design and main interface points, and was released in 2010.[3][4] Instead of folding for portability, the Touch Mouse flattens from its curved 'in-use' shape. In place of the scroll wheel on the original, the second version features a capacitive touch strip for scrolling. The touch strip is speed sensitive, includes 3 buttons (1 each for page up and page down, and 1 programmable), and features haptic feedback.[5][6]
Arc Touch Bluetooth Mouse[edit]
To match its Surface devices, Microsoft updated the design of the Arc Touch Mouse. The new design is grey and features a new touch strip. Bluetooth is used for connectivity.[7][8]
Surface Arc Mouse/Microsoft Arc Mouse[edit]
Announced along with the Surface Laptop in 2017, the Surface Arc Mouse replaces the buttons and touch strip with a large capacitive touch surface, and it's available in colors that match the new laptop.[9] As of December 2019, the mouse is available on the Microsoft Store for $69.99. [10]
References[edit]
- ^'Review: Microsoft Arc Mouse'. Macworld. Retrieved 2017-05-02.
- ^'Microsoft Arc Mouse: Where Fashion and Technology Collide' (Press release). Microsoft. 2008-09-09. Retrieved 2017-05-04.
- ^Coldewey, Devin. 'Review: Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse'. TechCrunch. Retrieved 2017-05-02.
- ^'Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse seriously, finally, officially announced, doesn't ship until December'. Engadget. Retrieved 2017-05-02.
- ^'Think the Mouse Is Dead? Think Again With Microsoft's Arc Touch Mouse'. News Center (Press release). Microsoft. 2010-09-01. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^Coldewey, Devin. 'Review: Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse'. TechCrunch. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^'Microsoft Arc Touch Bluetooth Mouse Review'. winsupersite.com. Archived from the original on 2017-10-24. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^'Microsoft unveils Surface 2, Surface Pro 2 and new accessories'. News Center (Press release). Microsoft. 2013-09-23. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^'Microsoft's lie-flat Surface Arc mouse is a new take on an old design'. Engadget. Retrieved 2017-05-05.
- ^https://www.microsoft.com/en-au/p/microsoft-arc-mouse-black/8mwhbv8qvskr/g7gl?activetab=pivot:techspecstab
Before You Begin
Make sure your Surface or Windows 10 PC is Bluetooth 4.0 Compatible. Microsoft Arc Mouse requires Windows 10 on a Bluetooth 4.0 Host to connect. If you are unsure whether or not your Host is Bluetooth 4.0 compatible, you may need to work with your original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
Make sure Bluetooth is Turned On. If Bluetooth is turned off, Microsoft Arc Mouse will not be able to be seen by your Host PC. To verify this follow these steps:
Select the Action Center icon located on the bottom right of your screen, to the right of the time and date.
Locate the Bluetooth Tile and verify that it is highlighted or enabled. If you do not see the Bluetooth Tile, you may need to select Expand in Action Center to see additional options.
Make sure Airplane Mode is Turned Off. Airplane Mode disconnects you from any network and disables your Host PCs ability to connect to Bluetooth devices, or Wireless Networks. To verify that Airplane Mode is turned off, follow these steps:
Click on the Action Center icon located on the bottom right of your screen, to the right of the time and date.
Locate the Airplane Mode Tile and verify that it is disabled. If you do not see the Airplane Mode, you may need to select Expand to see additional options.
Pair Microsoft Arc Mouse
On the bottom of Microsoft Arc Mouse, press and hold the pairing button until the LED light begins to blink.
On your Surface or Windows 10 PC, select Start > Settings> Devices > Bluetooth& Other Devices > Add Bluetooth or other Device > Bluetooth.
Tap or select Microsoft Arc Mouse in the list of Bluetooth devices.
Tap or select Pair. Microsoft Arc Mouse will begin to install.
Can I Use Microsoft Arc Mouse With Mac
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