New Genius Mouse Has a Windows 8 Mode
This mouse tries to make Windows 8 a bit more tolerable for those without a touchscreen.
Genius introduced this week the Ergo 8800, an ergonomic wireless infrared mouse that's ideal for Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 users. The peripheral has two modes: the traditional setup and one that caters to the design of the Start Screen. The Ergo 8800 is now available in the US and Canada for the suggested retail price of $49.99 USD.
To activate Windows 8 mode, users must hold down the left, right and scroll buttons simultaneously. Once activated, the user can switch between active apps and open up the Charms bar with a single click. Users can also toggle between the Start Screen and the last app used. Four additional hot keys provide access to Previous, Next Page, Flying Scroll, and to adjust the DPI between 800, 1200 and 1600.
"One set of AA batteries can power the Ergo 8800 for up to 36 months in part thanks to its advanced infrared sensor that is designed to consume less power," the PR states. "Moreover, the Ergo 8800 can also be operated on a single AA battery. This eco-friendly, power-saving design translates to a hassle-free mousing experience."
According to the PR, the peripheral's ergonomic design encourages a natural hand, wrist and forearm posture, thus helping to prevent possible strain that can lead to potential injuries and stress. Unfortunately, this mouse is only designed for right-headed customers; lefties will need to look elsewhere such as Microsoft, which provides Windows 8 devices for either hand.
"For easy portability, a two-in-one slot allows room for both placements of the pico receiver and Stick-N-Go mount," reads the PR. "The plastic Stick-N-Go piece can be secured onto any notebook or ultrabook, letting users effortlessly mount the Ergo 8800 for trouble-free storage while on-the-go."
For more information about the new Genius Ergo 8800, head here.

Who then are these devices for? Vegetables who want to visit OK Cupid?
I am not sure where you get the idea of an IR sensor. The website states "2.4Ghz technology anti-interference and power saving"
http://www.geniusnet.com/Genius/wSite/ct?xItem=58727&ctNode=105
I am not sure where you get the idea of an IR sensor. The website states "2.4Ghz technology anti-interference and power saving"
http://www.geniusnet.com/Genius/wSite/ct?xItem=58727&ctNode=105
It's in the quote you posted, an infrared sensor is an IR sensor. But yeah, since it says 2.4 Ghz, that must mean RF.
Who then are these devices for? Vegetables who want to visit OK Cupid?
The problem is not with using the new interface, the problem is that it's jarring as hell to be brought to a whole new screen when you hit the start button. That and why call it windows if the new feature that you are trying to implement try's to get rid of windows. At least give users the option of windowing the apps. And that's the main problem. The two biggest complaints with the OS could have been implemented in under a week by a team of developers, but Microsoft had to make an ass of itself. But, in usual Microsoft fashion, they're taking back those decisions at least in part, so have to give them credit for that.
TL;DR: Give users a choice.
You've messed up wireless interface and surface sensor. IR surface sensors tend to consume less power than those using visible light (usually red). Yet it haves nothing to do with data exchange interface, which is 2.4GHz wireless.
Jarring? No more so than Alt-Tabbing between programs, and I doubt you or any other detractor ever complained then. If you have issues with Windows 8 Start Screen, they are psychological ones from attachment to an archaic and broken concept called a start menu.
As for "Windows", did you know Windows 1.0 didn't have windows? In fact, Windows 8's WinRT applications act almost identically to the original Windows 1.0 method, where you can tile but not overlap. Windows 7 brought back Windows 1.0's icon task bar, and 8 did away with the start menu to bring windows back to it's roots. If anything, Windows 8 IS THE MOST "Windows"-y OS SINCE THE ORIGINAL RELEASE!
Indeed but Windows 8 is regarded a failed OS and then people see new windows 8 modes for mice what dd you expect?!