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"Microsoft has revealed a slew of new mice and keyboards that will launch alongside Windows 8. Three new mice have been designed for Windows 8 that emphasize touch control. The most basic is the Sculpt Touch Mouse, which features a touchpad for four-way scrolling placed between the left and right mouse buttons.   Next is the Wedge Touch Mouse, which features a compact wedge design and a touch-sensitive surface for four-way scrolling. The top tier mouse is simply called the Touch Mouse, and features a large touch sensitive surface on a full sized mouse for one and two finger gestures. All three mice will feature Microsoft&amp;#039;s BlueTrack technology, allowing it to function even on textured or uneven surfaces like carpet. Microsoft will also launch two new keyboards that will be compatible with any Windows 8 tablet via bluetooth. The Wedge Mobile Keyboard features full-sized keys and a travel cover that can also function as a tablet stand. The Sculpt Mobile Keyboard features full-sized keys and an ergonomically curved design to make it more comfortable to type on. Both keyboards will also feature Windows 8 shortcut keys for quick start menu access and media functions. &amp;quot;Our new mice and keyboards really light up Windows, providing fast and fluid navigation, increased productivity, and enhanced mobility packaged in sleek, stylish designs,&amp;quot; Microsoft&amp;#039;s Brett Kelleran said. Exact release dates have not been confirmed for the new mice and keyboards, which are expected to launch close to October 26 when Windows 8 and the Surface tablet go on sale. The exception is the Touch Mouse, which is already available for \u00A369.99 ($79.99). "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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