PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 16, 2002--Agilent
Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) today announced that it has shipped its
100 millionth optical mouse sensor since the release of its first
navigation sensor in the fall of 1999. Agilent pioneered optical
sensing for mouse technology and supplies these sensors to all optical
mouse manufacturers worldwide.
Today, optical mice range from inexpensive entry-level models to
high-precision versions, with scroll wheels and up to five
programmable function buttons. There also are miniature mice that are
perfect for use with laptop computers and cordless optical mice that
use power-saving technology for long battery life. Agilent offers
sensors ranging from low-cost 400 count-per-inch resolution for
entry-level mice to sensors providing up to 800 count-per-inch
resolution, and at speeds of up to 40 inches per second with automatic
power conservation -- perfect for maximum-precision corded or cordless
mice.
"Retail sales of optical mice are growing at an accelerated rate,
and an increasing number of computer OEMs are bundling optical mice
with their mid- to high-end systems" said Jason Hartlove, vice
president and general manager of the Agilent Sensor Solutions
Division. "Agilent has the high-volume manufacturing capacity to
support this growing demand."
Optical navigation sensor technology works by taking thousands of
digital pictures per second with a resolution of up to 800 counts per
inch (CPI) to determine the movement of the on-screen cursor. Optical
mice eliminate the need for a mouse pad and offer more precise
pointing and movement than mechanical mice. And because optical mice
have no ball or cavity, no cleaning is necessary, making them more
reliable and longer lasting.
More information about Agilent's optical mouse sensors is
available at www.agilent.com/view/opticalnavigation.
About Agilent Technologies
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is a global technology leader
in communications, electronics and life sciences. The company's 36,000
employees serve customers in more than 110 countries. Agilent had net
revenue of $6 billion in fiscal year 2002. Information about Agilent
is available on the Web at www.agilent.com.
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