Review: Gyration Air Mouse Elite

<img src="http://cdn.mos.techradar.com//Review%20images/MacFormat/MAC%20229/MAC229.rev_fritz.airmouse_1-200-200.jpg"> <br /><P>When we reviewed the <a href="">Gyration Air Mouse GO Plus</A>, our main complaint was that although its base functions worked on a Mac, the drivers needed to configure its programmable buttons were Windows-only. </P><br /><P>Now Gyration's MotionTools software has been released for OS X, we can get the most out of this new Air Mouse Elite. </P><br /><P>Gyration's Air Mouse range is based on a similar motion-sensing technology as used with the Nintendo Wii's hand controllers. You move your pointer by waving the mouse through the air, holding a trigger button so it only moves when you want it to. It's very responsive and easy to control. </P><br /><P>There's a laser in there too, so you can also use the device as a desktop mouse. Left and right buttons are catered for, as is a scroll wheel. Three 'media buttons' can be programmed with separate functions for different categories of software – volume control and pause for media apps, or navigation when using an internet browser, for instance. </P><br /><P>Unfortunately, you can't add apps to MotionTools' pre-defined lists, so (for example) a Media Player profile only works for iTunes and VLC; and Presentation settings only for PowerPoint and Keynote. </P><br /><P>Swiping gestures also can be assigned, and triggered by holding the circular button as you wave the mouse. </P><br /><P>The Air Mouse Elite is certainly more comfortable than the GO Plus when used as a desktop mouse, but some might find it less ergonomic in the air. Try before you buy if you can.</P>

Review: Gyration Air Mouse Elite

When we reviewed the Gyration Air Mouse GO Plus , our main complaint was that although its base functions worked on a Mac, the drivers need...

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