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Date: February 10th, 2009
Article by: Jackie Mueller (Hardware Reviewer)
Edited By: Nathan Glentworth (Owner / Head Editor)
Product was submitted by: Cyber Sport
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PRODUCT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

Features:

• Revolutionary Continuous Scrolling

• Ergonomic Cylindrical Design

• Virtual /Actual Control Knob interface

• Jog Wheel Horizontal Scrolling

• Programmable Interface with multi function platforms

• 2.4Ghz Zero Lag Wireless

• Compatibility: Windows 2000, XP, Vista , Mac OS X 10.3.9 and later

 
Technical Specs

• Full compatibility with a 3-button scroll mouse

• Lithium Ion rechargeable battery

• Ball bearing base

• USB 2.0 Loading station

• Works with all standard drivers

• Windows(R) VistaTM Enhanced Wheel Support (Smooth Scroll)

• Resolution: 800DPI

• Report rate: 8ms / 125 reports per second

• Rotation sensor type: Electronic compass

• Hardware resolution: < 1 degree

• Operational resolution: 256 counts per rotation (1.4 degrees)

• Reporting resolution: 16 - 256 counts per rotation

• Reporting rate: 125 reports / second

• Calibration: semi-automatic

 
Those of you who remember Apple's “puck” mouse will no doubt notice some cosmetic similarities between it and the Orbita. However, the Orbita aims to correct the ergonomic problems associated with the failed puck mouse by using a built in compass. This compass allows the mouse to maintain the correct orientation no matter what angle it is rotated to.

 

PRODUCT COMPOSITION

Like the product inside, the packaging is rather unique. It's a cube shaped box that folds out to give access to the mouse. Current pricing is around $100 US, so it is on the expensive side. Read on to find out if it is worth your hard earned cash.

Accessories for the mouse include a charging station, driver CD, carrying pouch, replacement ring, quick start guide, and instruction manual. I appreciate the inclusion of the carrying pouch to give the Orbita some protection in the event it has to be transported.