Air Flo Mouse

Nyko's Air Flo Mouse

Everyone has been there: you're surfing the web or playing your favorite PC shooter when the mouse starts to feel like a tiny freshly glazed ham. Palm sweat is not only uncomfortable for you, it's downright nasty to the next person who has to use the computer. Luckily for all of us, Nyko Technologies has stepped up to the plate with their Air Flo Mouse, the only mouse on the market with a built-in air conditioner. Based on their popular Air Flo controllers, the Air Flo Mouse contains a variable speed fan that blows air through tiny vents in the mouse's shell. The idea is to keep the air moving and the hands dry.

But does it keep it cool? Like the Fonz. Even on the lowest of its two speed settings the Air Flo Mouse moved enough air to keep my palm dry and secure through hours of online "research" without being a distraction. The internal fan runs surprisingly smoothly and quietly, and draws power directly from the computer, so no batteries are required. Installation is a snap; just pop it into an empty USB port and get to clickin'. Other features include rubber grips for super comfort, a scroll wheel, PC and Mac OS X compatibility and an ambidextrous design that lets lefties in on the fun. Also the high-resolution optical sensor eliminates annoying track-ball issues.

The bottom line is that if you spend a great amount of time at work or at home on the computer, then this is the mouse for you. The Air Flo Mouse takes comfort and practicality to whole new levels. For about thirty bucks you can get one anywhere games are sold or online at www.nYko.com.