Swiftpoint Mouse

The Swiftpoint Mouse's scrollwheel feature really makes this gadget stand out among the pack. If you don't mind holding a pen, the unique style of this mouse may work well for you. But if you find a tight, compact grip awkward, you may want to look...

Slick design combines charger with transmitter, supereasy scrolling

Pen-style grip may feel awkward in some hands

The Swiftpoint Mouse boasts an innovative design and one of the most versatile scrolling mechanisms we've seen, but the required finger position--similar to the grip of a pen--may be uncomfortable for long-term use.

Very portable ; Super fast charging feature ; Left, Right and Scroll wheel ; Can use directly on laptop's surface

May be too small for large hands ; Location of scroll wheel may not be optimal

Slick design combines charger with transmitter ; Supereasy scrolling ;

Pen-style grip may feel awkward in some hands ;

The Swiftpoint measures about 2 inches long and about 1.5 inches at its widest point, toward the back. Intended for righties, it has a large, grippy groove meant to cushion your thumb, the left and right mouse buttons lined up in the middle section...

So, by all means -- take your Swiftpoint on the plane with you. It's going to be a lot lighter and smaller than any other mousing device you could bring along. Just keep it in the notebook bag, until you're safely back on the ground.