For casual computing, or controlling multimedia software, the Gyrotransport works as well as a traditional optical mouse and is especially suited for couch-based Media Center controls, as it requires no mousing surface. For applications requiring extrafine control, such as gaming and Photoshop editing, it's less successful. Controlling the mouse pointer can be awkward at first and requires a day or two of practice to feel natural. It's an acquired taste to be sure, but fans of gyroscopic input devices swear by them.
The USB-key RF receiver comes preloaded with Gyration's GyroTools software, which lets you assign macros (called Swipes) to various mouse movements, activated by pressing a second, smaller button on the top of the mouse. For example, you can program the Gyrotransport to raise or lower the audio volume when you press the thumb button and move the mouse up and down or to move forward or backward in a document with a flick of the wrist.
Some of Gyration's products, such as the Gyration Ultra GT Cordless Air Mouse, have a more common mouse form factor and include an optical sensor that kicks in when the mouse is placed on a flat surface for traditional mouse control. The Gyrotransport lacks that optical feature, which may prevent it from becoming your principal mouse.
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Where to buy
Gyration Pro Gyrotransport:
$130.99 - $138.39
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