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News Release from: Microsoft
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 10 January 2007
Industry firsts earn top CES Honours
New line of Windows Vista-compatible mice and keyboards showcased at CES
At the 2007 International CES in Las Vegas, Microsoft will showcase its award-winning peripherals, the Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000 and the Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000, both named CES Innovations 2007 Design and Engineering Awards honourees on the basis of their innovative designs and advancements in peripheral engineering, including industry firsts and technologies that complement Microsoft's new operating system, Windows Vista, as well as the 2007 Microsoft Office system Microsoft is responding to the changing ways consumers are interacting with their PC, and both the Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000 and the Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000 are being honoured for incorporating innovative technologies and stylish designs that allow users to be more productive and move effortlessly from work to play
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 13 Nov 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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These devices, along with the full line of Microsoft Hardware mice, keyboards and LifeCams, will be fully compatible with Windows Vista once the operating system is available to retail customers.
"CES is the culmination of excellence and innovation in consumer electronics and a fitting venue for Microsoft to highlight its new operating system, Windows Vista, and the desktop accessories that help PC users get the most from their computing experience," said Matt Barlow, director of worldwide marketing and partner development for Microsoft Hardware.
"Our new line of mice, keyboards and LifeCams combine cutting-edge design with the technologies consumers need to work and play smarter, and we are thrilled to have two of our newest products recognised at CES for their superior innovations".
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The Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000 is the first notebook mouse to serve as a four-in-one device: a slide presenter, laser pointer with digital ink, media remote control and a 2.4GHz Bluetooth laser notebook mouse.
One key new feature of this mouse is the Instant Viewer tool that complements the Flip 3D feature in Windows Vista where, at the touch of the button, users can see each project they are working on and easily switch between applications for added productivity.
The Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000, dubbed the "ultimate keyboard," is the industry's first wireless backlit and rechargeable keyboard and mouse ensemble, delivering enhanced wireless performance with 2.4GHz Bluetooth and First Connect Technology, removing setup hassles and designed to work right out of the box.
This smart desktop pushes the boundaries of innovation with ambient lighting that adjusts based on external lighting and proximity sensing that turns on and off based on the user's presence.
With unrivaled industrial design to complement Windows Vista - the symmetrical keyboard is only an inch thick and is detailed with real metal accents - this desktop features deluxe enhancements that allow users to work and play where, when and how they want.
The prestigious Innovations Design and Engineering Awards began in 1989 to recognise outstanding design and engineering in cutting-edge consumer electronics products.
The Wireless Notebook Presenter Mouse 8000 and the Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000 were selected by a preeminent panel of independent industrial designers, engineers and members of the trade press.
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