Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop for Mac

Microsoft today announced the availability of the Wireless Laser Desktop for Mac, its first Mac-specific desktop complete with a wireless Comfort Curve Keyboard and a wireless High Definition laser mouse.

The Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop for Mac features Microsoft's first keyboard designed specifically for the Mac. The key layout is consistent with Mac-only keyboards.

The Wireless Laser Desktop for Mac is compatible with the new Intel-based Mac machines, as well as PowerPC models, and will have Hot Keys that map to Mac programs such as iTunes and iPhoto.

"We are excited to see our colleagues on the Microsoft Hardware team provide this Mac-only keyboard and mouse to strengthen Microsoft's lineup of products for Mac users, which includes our productivity suite, Office 2004 for Mac," said Scott Erickson, director of product management and marketing for the Macintosh Business Unit at Microsoft.

Microsoft says that the Wireless Laser Desktop for Mac is the ultimate in comfort and performance for Mac users and that it includes the following key features:

- Mac Modifier Keys. Control, Option and Command buttons are right where users need them.

- Zoom Slider. Consumers can zoom in for a closer look at digital pictures, maps and more.

- My Favorites Keys. These five keys can be customized to instantly bring up favorite photos, folders, files and Web pages.

- Eject key. This key lets users easily eject CDs and DVDs.

- Hot Keys. These buttons offer one-touch, immediate access to programs consumers use the most, including those for e-mail, chat, music, photos and the Web.

The Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop for Mac will be available this summer for an estimated retail price of $99.95.