An unofficial community to discuss Apple devices and software, including news, rumors, opinions and analysis pertaining to the company located at One Apple Park Way. Microsoft Arc Mouse is designed to conform to your hand — and snaps flat to fit easily in your bag. Connects via Bluetooth. Now available in a choice of rich colors¹ to complement your style. Installing Microsoft Arc mouse on Mac OS is quite easy. Just follow these steps and you will able to install Microsoft Arc mouse on your Mac. When you plug in the USB receiver of Microsoft Arc mouse, Mac OS detects it automatically within a fraction of second. That means, Microsoft Arc Mouse works out of the box without installing any driver. 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.
| Also known as | Surface Arc Mouse Arc Touch Mouse |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| Type | Computer mouse |
| Release date | 2008 |
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
Connecting a Bluetooth accessory to your iPad requires iPadOS 13.4 or later. These iPad models support iPadOS 13 and later:
- iPad (5th generation) or later
- iPad mini 4 or later
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How to connect a Bluetooth mouse or trackpad to your iPad
- Turn on your Bluetooth accessory and place it near your iPad.
- Make sure that your accessory is in pairing or discovery mode.
- Apple Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad should be ready to pair at this point.
- If you're pairing a third-party accessory that you've used with another device, follow the pairing-mode steps from its manufacturer.
- Open the Settings app on your iPad.
- Tap Bluetooth.
- Look under Other Devices for your Bluetooth accessory, then tap its name to pair it with your iPad.
Depending on the accessory that you're connecting, you might need to take extra steps. Follow any onscreen instructions that appear. If you're pairing with Apple Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad and you're asked to provide a code, use 0000 (four zeros).
If you're having trouble connecting your accessory, try these tips.
iPadOS doesn't support scrolling or other gestures with Apple Magic Mouse (1st generation) or Magic Trackpad (1st generation).
If you see a connectivity alert
When using a Bluetooth mouse or trackpad with your iPad, you might see an alert that says 'Using this accessory may affect Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.'
Wireless interference can happen when you use a Bluetooth accessory with some iPad models. The more Bluetooth accessories that are connected to your iPad and active, the more likely you are to experience wireless performance issues.
If this happens, and you have connectivity issues, try disconnecting any Bluetooth accessories that you're not using. In Settings > Bluetooth, tap the information button next to the accessory's name, then tap Disconnect.
Reconnect, disconnect, or forget the Bluetooth accessory
After it pairs with your iPad for the first time, your accessory appears under My Devices in Settings > Bluetooth. Tap your accessory's name to reconnect it to your iPad when it's not connected.
To disconnect the accessory or have your iPad forget the accessory, tap the information button next to its name.
Learn more
Does The Microsoft Arc Mouse Work With Mac
- Using a wireless accessory with your iPad is similar to using one with a desktop or notebook computer. But there are some features that make the experience unique to iPad. Learn how to use a Bluetooth mouse or trackpad with your iPad.
- You can see the battery percentage of your connected Bluetooth mouse or trackpad in the Batteries widget. Learn how to add widgets in the Today View on your iPad.
- Don't see the onscreen keyboard when you have a trackpad or mouse connected? Tap the keyboard button in the lower-right corner of the screen. In the menu that appears, tap the show keyboard button . To hide the software keyboard, tap the dismiss button .