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Microsoft Arc Touch Bluetooth Mouse
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
497
Old Reviews
160
Unverified
30
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Review Analysis - 307 recent, verified reviews
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Mouse
103surface, arc, microsoft, scroll, bluetooth
+65%
-35%
" ... My new network adapter is also much better, so if you have any issues with this, it is probably your blue tooth, not the mouse! ... "
" ... Love this mouse, works great and really like not having a cord or deal with USB. ... "
" ... Second time buying this mouse, very elegant for office. ... "
" ... this mouse is great theoretically, and I was prepared to love it, but I did not find it easy to use & ultimately returned it. ... "
" ... Best mouse ever. ... "
" ... I love this mouse ... "
" ... The best travel mouse, but works great for office too. ... "
" ... Best portable mouse I have ever owned. ... "
Device Compatibility
82bluetooth, microsoft, windows, surface pro, paired
+49%
-51%
" ... It will not go into pairing mode and from what I've seen on the Microsoft support site, there are issues with the Bluetooth pairing button on the back of the mouse. ... "
" ... Now it fails to connect entirely in spite of changing batteries and troubleshooting all other solutions. ... "
" ... I have tried different computers but it doesn’t appear in the list of available Bluetooth devices. ... "
" ... It pairs and stays connected to my laptop (Dell xps 13" 2in1) but never scrolls. ... "
" ... It does appear in my laptop as paired but didn't move the cursor or the buttons worked. ... "
" ... It will not sync with my Surface Pro 3. ... "
" ... (the reason I gave it a 2 instead of a 1) I have to continually disconnect it (turn it off) and reconnect because it freezes. ... I use it for a personal laptop, not work so it doesn't get a ton of use. ... "
" ... Does not stay connected to laptop. ... "
Bluetooth
42mouse, paired, disconnects, bt, connects
+57%
-43%
" ... It pairs instantly as soon as I snap it. ... "
" ... Occasionally lose the Bluetooth signal. ... "
" ... I love how this Bluetooth mouse flattens and turns off automatically. ... The Bluetooth connection is very reliable, which I have found is not always the case with other Bluetooth devices. ... "
" ... The non-Bluetooth version (wireless dongle-color black) works flawless ... "
" ... Once paired, always paired. ... "
" ... With Bluetooth functionality, frees up USB port for other peripherals, if needed. ... "
" ... Bluetooth has no problem staying connected. ... "
" ... The next thing I am thrilled about is that it doesn’t use a USB adapter for its Bluetooth. ... Then, in the RIGHT pane, expand the item “Bluetooth” and you’ll see several related Bluetooth items listed. ... "
Size
38folds flat, slim, pocket, love the fact, laptop bag
+97%
-3%
" ... I love the fact that you can make it flat and compact so it's easy to store in your bag. ... "
" ... It's nice and compact to fit great in my laptop bag without adding a bulge. ... "
" ... But be sure to buy a bigger, heavier computer and a bigger, heavier tote bag. ... "
" ... great for travel ... "
" ... Love that it folds flat. ... "
" ... I like the fact that it packs flat in order to take up minimal space in my already overcrowded briefcase. ... "
" ... I like the slim form factor and how it curls around your hand. ... "
" ... - Fold flat design takes up very little space in my carry on ... "
Comfort
34mouse, scroll, flat, mouses, wheel
+62%
-38%
" ... Feels good in the hand (maybe a little small for some). ... "
" ... But has been one of the best wireless mouses I've ever owned. ... "
" ... Love the feel of it while using it. ... "
" ... I like the slim form factor and how it curls around your hand. ... "
" ... The curved design is comfortable in my hand. ... "
" ... She said it is very comfortable to use too. ... "
" ... Scrolling is great and has a tactile feel to it. ... "
" ... Very comfortable to use. ... "
Controls
31click, button, wheel, middle, scrolling
+39%
-61%
" ... My only complaint is that the middle scroll function doesn't work 100% of the time. ... "
" ... It does appear in my laptop as paired but didn't move the cursor or the buttons worked. ... "
" ... When you use the touch scroll feature it makes a very annoying clicking sound . ... "
" ... Occasionally the scroll wheel will lock up and I have to turn the unit off and on to get it to work again. ... "
" ... Meanwhile, I still dislike the loud click from the scrolling "wheel" and can't find a way to turn it off.) ... "
" ... The scroll function in particular can be temperamental. ... "
" ... It seems to happen most often after I use the scroll buttons and then want to move the pointer. ... "
" ... The roller ball when it does work is difficult to control. ... "
Design
28cool, sleek, hardware, feels, surface
+82%
-18%
" ... Feels good in the hand (maybe a little small for some). ... "
" ... Very sleek and cool device, but a little expensive. ... "
" ... The best mouse I've had (and very elegant) ... "
" ... Love the feel of it while using it. ... "
" ... The design is really nice. ... The light gray color seems dingy. ... "
" ... The curved design is comfortable in my hand. ... "
" ... Microsoft does hardware better than anyone in the biz other than maybe Apple and I would argue they have 2 different design philosophies that cater to different people. ... "
" ... Gorgeous design as always. ... "
Product Reliability
27mouse, months, working, ago, disconnecting
+33%
-67%
" ... A nice mouse, until it quit working about 10 months after i purchased it. ... "
" ... I bought this in May of 2016. ... "
" ... It worked great until recently it started acting non-responsive for no apparent reason. ... "
" ... First one worked for a while, then worked intermittently and then not at all. ... "
" ... I started liking the product very much, however, after 4 months the mouse wouldn't work properly so I had to keep turning on and off and it sill wouldn't work - I would return if I could. ... "
" ... I purchased two and they both stopped working after 3-6 months use. ... "
" ... -STOPPED WORKING AS OF 5/18/2017. ... Purchased brand new from Amazon directly on MARCH 9th, 2017! ... "
" ... I've had it approximately 6 months and today it just stopped working. ... "
Keyboard
27turn, scroll, microsoft arc, flatten, bluetooth
+41%
-59%
" ... Arc Touch Mouse, second one does not work at all. ... "
" ... This mouse does not function. ... "
" ... Blue light doesn't glow when you arc the mouse. ... "
" ... The cheap mouse did not had this issue. ... "
" ... I do not have this problem with my Sculpt mouse. ... "
" ... I have to turn off off the mouse for it to work. ... "
" ... To reestablish connectivity you need to un-curve the mouse and then re-curve it (turns mouse off and then back on). ... "
" ... Mouse has a mind of it's own and will not respond to my commands. ... "
Ease of Use
20easy to use, use, difficult, user friendly, scroll
+65%
-35%
" ... Easy to activate the mouse and would not forget to turn off whey you store this ... "
" ... Easy to use, and really does work on many surfaces! ... "
" ... I had several different ones and all are bigger bulkier to carry and not as user friendly. ... "
" ... The mouse is simple and easy to use, just curve it and get to work. ... "
" ... Easy to use and take with as it fits right in a pocket when not in use and moving on to the next location. ... "
" ... Light, portable and easy to use and setup. ... "
" ... All of that was very easy. ... "
" ... Microsoft when you make things please keep them user friendly as this was not user friendly. ... "
Fit
16fits, pocket, slim, perfectly, flat
+88%
-13%
" ... Love that it folds flat. ... "
" ... Folds flat and turns off. ... "
" ... Nice design, folds flat to fit into slim neoprene case, without a big bulge. ... "
" ... Folds flat to fit in my bag. ... "
" ... Fits and functions perfectly. ... "
" ... It's very slim so it easily fits in my pocket with a wallet. ... "
" ... Easy to use and take with as it fits right in a pocket when not in use and moving on to the next location. ... "
" ... (The 5000 is small but not too small and perfectly fit my hand.) ... "
Build Quality
16feels, slim, case, bent, bend
+75%
-25%
" ... Feels good in the hand (maybe a little small for some). ... "
" ... It fits my large ham hand comfortably, yet it slides into the Inatek carry case side pocket, along with the charging chord, easily. ... "
" ... The item is flexible and is suppose to have an adjustable arc. ... "
" ... Folds flat and turns off. ... "
" ... Nice design, folds flat to fit into slim neoprene case, without a big bulge. ... "
" ... Great to turn it on and off with the bent shape. ... "
" ... Extremely well built. ... "
" ... This feels RIGHT." ... "
Returns
12returned, back, returning, amazon, working
+8%
-92%
" ... It stopped working in a matter of days and I had to return it. ... "
" ... Returning it for my money back ... "
" ... Returned first unit and second does not seem to be any better. ... "
" ... Unfortunantly just missed return deadline so I am stuck with mouse that does not work. ... "
" ... Have to return it. ... "
" ... Had to send it back didn't work! ... "
" ... In the end I returned it to amazon. ... "
" ... So I have to return it. ... "
Marketplace
12works, expected, thanks, thank, seller
+75%
-25%
" ... All as expected ... "
" ... Works perfect as expected. ... "
" ... Thanks JP for the advice! ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... THANK YOU AGAIN !! ... "
" ... Works perfectly as described. ... "
" ... It's perfect, thank you! ... "
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