Then just plug in the USB transceiver into Windows 7 and sit back and wait while it downloads the software, installs it and configures your mouse for you.
Then you get a really useful Touch Mouse walkthrough appear. So make sure you take the time to go through the walkthrough as it will help you get used to it.
The manual also includes information on the different gestures.
Here is a short video of the Microsoft Touch Mouse in action:
Final Thoughts
The Touch Mouse is designed specifically for use with Windows 7 and uses finger gestures. These take a little bit of time to get used to, especially if you are not used to using finger gestures (Apple Mac users will probably pick this up in seconds), but once you are used to them it makes using the mouse so much easier and saves a lot of time.
I’m happy that Microsoft included a set of batteries with the mouse. I know it’s not a big deal but there is nothing worse than getting ready to use a device only to find out that you don’t have the batteries needed to run. So, nice one Microsoft!
I tried using the mouse on a variety of different surfaces and they all worked perfectly well – so the BlueTrack technology works very well.
I love this mouse, it is by far the best mouse I have ever used. It is very lightweight, easy to use (once you get used to the gestures) and looks great. It was also extremely responsive and felt comfortable to use for long periods.
Price wise, you can pick up the Touch Mouse in the US for around $70 now, and it should be out very soon in the UK. The price we were told last month was £69.99, but I would imagine it will be a little cheaper than that.
