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Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop for Bluetooth review

6.8

Editors' Rating

5.2

Members' Rating

Typical price:£ 135

Verdict

Despite some installation glitches and evidence of keyboard driver instability, the Wireless Optical Desktop for Bluetooth is a pleasure to use. Cable clutter is reduced and mobility significantly improved. It’s well worth considering as a replacement for a conventional keyboard and mouse combination, but does not yet provide reliable interoperability with other Bluetooth devices... Read Full Review.

Pros

Combines effective cable replacement technology with enhanced keyboard functionality
Keyboard and mouse are both comfortable to use
Provides quick keyboard access to Office and entertainment menu items.

Cons

Restricted to Windows XP
Limited implementation of Bluetooth profiles makes it unlikely that other Bluetooth devices will interoperate at the moment
Expensive.