Cordless mouse with expandable chassis

MUMBAI: Logitech, a $1.8 billion peripheral devices technology major, has
announced the Logitech V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse.

The Logitech V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse has an expandable chassis, a
touch-sensitive solid-state scrolling panel, and 2.4 GHz wireless technology.

The product is designed for the mobile professional and the notebook PC
segment.

IDC estimates that the installed base of worldwide portable PCs/laptops will
grow to nearly 266.5 million by 2008. According to a survey conducted by
Logitech 51% of notebook users prefer using mice since these increase efficiency
and productivity.

Moninder Jain, director, South Asia, Logitech, said: “Many mobile mice are
so small they are uncomfortable and difficult to use. We've designed this
product from the ground up to deliver a superior experience without sacrificing
compactness and mobility. Every last detail of this mouse was designed with the
precision and style that professionals demand, from the expandable chassis down
to the aluminum architecture.”

At 3 3/4 inches by 2 1/4 inches by 1 1/8 inches and 2.3 ounces when packed
away, the Logitech V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse is small and light enough to
stow in the corner of any laptop bag, the company said. However, when opened for
use, its innovative expandable chassis rises seven degrees — or about 1/4 inch
— and locks in place for a comfortable fit in the palm of the hand. When it is
closed, the Logitech V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse returns to its original slim
dimensions to become a solid, compact traveler.

The chassis contains a slot to store and protect its powerful 2.4 GHz
Micro-Receiver when not in use — minimizing the chance of misplacing or losing
the receiver. The 2.4GHz USB-based Micro-Receiver is one of the smallest, most
powerful receivers on the market. At 9/16 inches by 2 inches by 1/4 inches in
size, the Micro-Receiver uses Logitech's proprietary 2.4 GHz digital cordless
technology, which helps the mouse achieve a range of 30 feet. The 2.4 GHz
technology virtually eliminates interference with other mice or wireless devices
- especially important when multiple mobile users work in close proximity.

The Logitech V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse is available at a suggested retail
price of Rs 4850 and comes with a three years warranty.

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