Microsoft pulls off an industrial design coup with its crescent-shaped Arc Mouse, whose performance is as nifty as its looks.

Full-size mouse that folds smaller than most notebook mice. Virtually weightless. Extra tiny receiver can stow beneath mouse when not in use. Sharp precision.

Relies on AAA batteries with no recharge option. Cannot be used when hinge is folded.

The Logitech MX1100 Cordless Laser Mouse, the newest addition to the MX line of performance mice, is bulky, heavy (5.55 ounces with two AA batteries)—and comfortable.

Wireless. Programmable buttons. Comfy shape. Multiple scrolling modes. Fast-enough sensor.

May be too big, heavy for small hands. No charging deck.

GoogleEarth and Second Life junkies will get a real kick out of the SpaceNavigator for Notebooks 3D mouse.

Innovative design. Smooth movement. Simple software integration. Makes navigating Google Earth and Second Life a blast.

Could be more travel-friendly. Pricey. Base needs to be steadier. For use in 3D applications only.

The SpaceNavigator for Notebooks is every bit as useful and intuitive with 3D applications as the original SpaceNavigator. But unless you need to lug a 3D mouse along on your daily commute, you should probably just stick with the cheaper desktop model.

The Adesso CyberTablet M14 gives you lots of drawing room for little money, but it sacrifices functionality.

Inexpensive. Large active drawing area. Helpful macro keys. Good pressure sensitivity. Bundled with Photoshop Elements.

Compatibility problems on the Mac. Limited functionality. Bundled software is not as advertised. Pen requires a battery.

The Adesso CyberTablet M14 gives you a large drawing area at a low price, but its compromises make you aware that you're not dealing with a first-rate pen tablet. It works well in Windows, but if you're on a Mac, you're likely to encounter compatibility i...

State-of-the-art drawing tools. Easy to use in your lap. More ExpressKeys than on other Wacom input devices.

Smallish display. Stand doesn't lock upright. Complicated setup. No cable management.

If you make your living creating graphics, you need a Cintiq drawing table. The question is: which one? The Cintiq 12WX's lower price, increased comfort factor, and added functionality may give the Editors' Choice–winning Cintiq 21UX a run for its mo...

The Logitech MX Air has enough innovative design and multimedia capabilities to justify its $149.99 price tag.

Excellent design and ergonomics. Near-flawless implementation both on the desk and in the air.

Pricey. Slight delay in "takeoff" from desk to air. Concept begs for more software. No Mac support.

Logitech's MX Air is undoubtedly one of the best mice ever designed. If you must have the best, this is it: It's a pleasure to use both on the desk and in the air. But it's also the most expensive mouse that's not covered in gold or diamonds.

Bon Jovi. Roger Clemens. The mullet. And now add the SideWinder to the list of comebacks. Microsoft yanks its SideWinder brand out of early retirement to reincarnate it as a gaming mouse to help bolster their line of gaming peripherals. Unlike the Habu, M...

On-the-fly dpi switching. Good customization options. Comfy scroll wheel. Macro capabilities. First ever LCD.

May be too large for some users. Not ambidextrous. Number of programmable buttons limiting.

Microsoft's solo effort is a hit, but it might be too much mouse for small hands. Still, its features are through the roof and can do the trick for gamers.

Whether you're an aspiring digital draftsman or just want to use the handwriting recognition that's built into modern OSs, Wacom's latest tablet lives up to its name.

Four ExpressKeys. Sleek and stylish. Wireless pen and mouse. Excellent bundled graphics applications.

The pen stand is a bit lightweight. No Bluetooth model.

If you're artistically inclined, the Bamboo Fun is a great way to express yourself on your computer. The sleek pen tablet lets you draw and paint with ease, and the tablet itself is almost a work of art.

The Kensington SlimBlade Trackball Mouse works where other travel mice can't. The trackball gives you control even when there's no room to move a mouse, then switches to mouse mode with the push of a button. Bluetooth connectivity offers up to 30 feet of...

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This mouse does a whole lot more than just control your cursor. Offered in a deep wine color, the Kensington SlimBlade Media Mouse combines a mouse and media controller into one slim, sleek device that fits your hand as well as your home space.

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