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Gyration Air Mouse Go Plus

Control a PC remotely using this motion-sensing mouse

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The Air Mouse Go Plus is the latest in the line of portable wireless mice from Gyration, using motion sensing to manipulate a mouse pointer on screen, rather than moving a mouse on a desktop.

It was originally designed for presentations, but the versatile software, which allows users to allocate specific actions to any of the five controls, eight swiping movements and eight areas of a desktop display, means it is useful for lots of other tasks.

Despite the device being able to respond from 100 feet away from the USB receiver (which plugs into the PC), it’s not much use unless you’re close enough to see the screen.

This does limit the mouse’s use but, in addition to presentations, it has distinct appeal for photo slideshows, media control and other situations where a mouse and keyboard aren’t practical.

The device was responsive, easy to configure and use and, provided its limitations are taken into account, is an effective way to control a PC if you’re not sitting with it at a desk.

Reader Comments

Media Centre Uses

I bought the kit version of this product. It contained a wireless keyboard and the mouse shown above. The product was purchased after seeing and using one in a school presentation environment. I use it for a media centre PC allowing me to control the PC from my sofa. Very good product and the customer service provided by Gyration is second to non. If you have a media centre setup or attend many presentations this is a must buy!!

Posted by Stuart Young, 13 Aug 2009

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Despite a rather limited range of uses, the Gyration Air Mouse Go Plus is an effective way to control a PC remotely

Manufacturer

Gyration 0870 458 4906

Suggested retail price

£90

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