Microsoft's five prototype touch mice

Microsoft demonstrated five touch-sensitive mouse prototypes at this week's User Interface Software and Technology Conference.

Rich Brown Oct. 5, 2009 9:23 a.m. PT

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The FTIR (Frustrated Total Internal Reflection) Mouse

The FTIR mouse brings a touch-sensitive input surface on your desktop.

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The Orb Mouse is designed to capture touch input from all five fingers.

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The Cap Mouse seems designed for precise input.

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The Side Mouse uses motion detection to register finger movements around its perimeter.

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The Arty Mouse lets you move two input points independently.

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