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Kensington Ci70 Wireless Optical Mouse

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  • alaTest.com

    Editors' rating: 80

    Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 99 reviews of Kensington Ci60 Wireless Optical Mouse from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 60/100 and users 69/100. Comparing these reviews to 85014 other Mouse & Pointing Devices reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 80/100 = Very Good.

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  • macworld.co.uk

    Editors' rating: 60

    Summary: Unfortunately, it performs tracking tasks poorly, with a tendency to be slightly jerky and jump from point to point on the screen. Whether this is a problem with the radio frequency or because it uses optical tracking (all the other mice here use the ...

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  • macworld.com

    Editors' rating: 60

    Summary: The included USB cable for the wireless receiver is a nice touch. If the back of your machine is nearly flush with the wall, the cable will still fit and allow you to plug in the receiver

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CNET editors' buying advice

We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Mice. This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of mouse.

Mouse interface

Connecting a peripheral to your system requires matching interfaces. As new technologies and interfaces are developed, users find that the old and new are seldom compatible. Now we have hope: USB is here to stay. But Bluetooth is here too, so you'll still have to decide which interface is right for you.


Input interface Benefit Drawback
Bluetooth No wires to get tangled, Bluetooth-equipped systems don't require an external signal receiver Requires batteries or charger
Wireless No wire attached to the mouse but the receiver dongle may have a wire Requires the use of a USB signal receiver, batteries
USB No batteries required, USB will be around for a long time Not ideal for notebooks
PS/2 No batteries required PS/2 ports are outdated

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Movement detection technology

Someone is always trying to build a better mouse tech. The inexpensive, responsive, and low maintenance optical mouse will likely be your overall best choice.


Movement detection technology Benefit Drawback
LaserPrecise, mouse pad optionalOften pricey
MechanicalInexpensive, mouse pad optionalMouse ball collects debris
GyroscopicRequires no surface, behaves as a remote control for media player softwareMay be inadequate for normal desktop use
OpticalGood performance,inexpensive, the way to go for most usersNone

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CNET product brief

Description: The ACCO Kensington Ci70 is an optical, wireless mouse.Compared to other wireless mice on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $30.This device is titanium silver in color.Backed by a five year warranty.This mouse connects to any available USB port.

Pros: This device's resolution of 1000 dpi is very high in comparison to typical pointing devices.This design features a battery indicator and scrolling wheel.(Using a scroll wheel reduces repetitive motions and makes it easier to quickly scan documents and web pages.)

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Suitable for users wanting to avoid tangled wires.

Value: In general, this mouse's features are as expected for this price.

Suggestions: You might be interested in comparing this with a mouse that received Editor's Choice on CNET.

CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.

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