Microsoft is usually refreshing their desktop hardware products about once to twice a year. We have learned that the Redmond based company has a new wireless optical mouse lined up for this years fall-winter season. The peripheral desktop device Microsoft Wireless IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum will be available in at least four different designs, including a black leather version. Also in the line up is a new Natural MultiMedia Keyboard. If you hit read more we have a couple of photos and specifications for you.
Microsoft Wireless IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum is an enhanced design of the original IntelliMouse Explorer with improved ergonomics and possibly some sort of interference protection. Unfortunately no information is available on the optical resolution of the IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum. We assume that Microsoft will position the new mouse series against Logitech's MX700, but we will have to wait for the official announcement to make any definitive statement. Most intriguing is the black leather model that Microsoft is going to introduce - most likely targeting executive offices. Connectivity: PS2 or USB Wireless design Optical sensor 5 customizable buttons - IntelliPoint software Operating System: Win 2000, XP, Mac (OS 10.1 or later version) Colors: Silver, Black, Dark Blue, Black Leather Versions (click thumbnails for larger image): The Microsoft Wireless IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum will go on sale for an estimated price of 69.95 Euro here in Europe, while the black leather edition has a slightly higher price tag of 79.95 Euro. The estimated availability is October and all mice come with a 5 year warranty. Also in the new lineup is a black/gray anthracite Natural Multimedia Keyboard that currently is only available in a blue/white design scheme. It features programmable hotkeys and preconfigured buttons for user convenience. The keyboard should be available as early as mid-September 2003 for about 59.95 Euro and comes with a 3 year warranty. Connectivity: PS2 Customizable buttons - IntelliType software Operating System: Windows 98 or later Original pictures: Rue Du Commerce (french online shop)
Microsoft Wireless IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum is an enhanced design of the original IntelliMouse Explorer with improved ergonomics and possibly some sort of interference protection. Unfortunately no information is available on the optical resolution of the IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum. We assume that Microsoft will position the new mouse series against Logitech's MX700, but we will have to wait for the official announcement to make any definitive statement. Most intriguing is the black leather model that Microsoft is going to introduce - most likely targeting executive offices. Connectivity: PS2 or USB Wireless design Optical sensor 5 customizable buttons - IntelliPoint software Operating System: Win 2000, XP, Mac (OS 10.1 or later version) Colors: Silver, Black, Dark Blue, Black Leather Versions (click thumbnails for larger image): The Microsoft Wireless IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum will go on sale for an estimated price of 69.95 Euro here in Europe, while the black leather edition has a slightly higher price tag of 79.95 Euro. The estimated availability is October and all mice come with a 5 year warranty. Also in the new lineup is a black/gray anthracite Natural Multimedia Keyboard that currently is only available in a blue/white design scheme. It features programmable hotkeys and preconfigured buttons for user convenience. The keyboard should be available as early as mid-September 2003 for about 59.95 Euro and comes with a 3 year warranty. Connectivity: PS2 Customizable buttons - IntelliType software Operating System: Windows 98 or later Original pictures: Rue Du Commerce (french online shop)
