![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The scroll wheel sits between the two main buttons and moves from side to side as well as up and down, with one minor tactile difference between the two scroll modes: horizontal scrolling with the dial makes a tangible click as each page moves, but up and down scrolling is completely smooth, with no tactile feedback. In addition, the entire mouse is covered with a soft textured plastic for extra grip. Thankfully, Microsoft corrected this misstep in the 4000's symmetrical shape, making it universally easy to scroll and click the four buttons. One of our major complaints with the Microsoft Explorer Mini Mouse was its right-handed-only design the curves of the contours made it uncomfortable for lefties to use. Microsoft also offers five pastel colors to choose from, including teal blue, berry pink, lime green, graphite, and white. The top of the mouse also houses a small red LED that alerts you when battery power is low. While we normally prefer a rechargeable mouse, Microsoft claims the mouse will work flawlessly for up to 10 months on a single battery. A small USB plug that Microsoft calls the "Nano Transceiver" pops out from its hiding spot in the undercarriage, which also houses the On/Off power switch, as well as a slot for an AA battery. The 4000's plug-and-play hardware design makes it easy to pair it with a host computer. With a small footprint and a variety of stylish colors to choose from, this mouse makes a useful (and worthy) addition to your mobile arsenal. Some will balk at the $40 price tag, but this mobile traveler fits comfortably in your hand and it can mouse on almost any surface, thanks to Microsoft's innovative Bluetrack technology. The Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 4000 doesn't leave much room for complaint. ![]()
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