Wires matter. When there is no long cord to detangle during your commute, you know you have a great travel mouse. There are options with retractable cords like the Sabrent Mini Travel Mouse, or wireless options like the VicTsing Wireless Mouse and Mouse Pad, which comes with a mouse pad! You can customize your needs when choosing the best travel mice for you! Note that, since there is no universal compatible unit, the T630 comes in two versions for Mac and Windows. Sabrent’s wired mini travel mouse features a “plug-and-play” feature where it requires no software for installation: it’s compatible with both your PC and Mac. Its ultra portable design means it weighs only 1.5 ounces and measures 2.44 x 6.46 x 1.57 inches. It includes a robust and lightweight ABS for silent clicking, a multifunction wheel, as well as a 1200 DPI for optical tracking precision. Note that it comes in black only. Microsoft’s Arc Touch Mouse does not include a physical scroll wheel, but instead, responds with precision to the movement speed of your finger on its sensor. It uses a light vibration feedback to scan through your documents and Web pages. The RVF-00052 includes BlueTrack technology, designed with the combination of optical and precision lasers, making it adaptable to any surface. Moreover, this mouse includes two AAA batteries with a battery life of up to six months and is compatible with the most current operating systems on the market.
Wireless
If you don’t mind packing extra batteries, wireless mice make good traveling companions. Since there’s no wire to worry about, you’re free to position the mouse on whatever surface is convenient. Look for one that uses Bluetooth instead of a proprietary connection if you don’t want to have to worry about dongles.
Optical vs. Laser
Optical mice are less accurate and sensitive than laser mice, but they work better on a wider range of surfaces. If you don’t think you’ll always have a perfect surface available, and you don’t want to haul around a rigid mouse pad, choose an optical mouse or a hybrid.
