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Microsoft’s adaptive accessories arrive on October 25
Prices range from $40 to $60
By Daniel Sims
October 12, 2022, 17:17
Something to look forward to: Microsoft received much-deserved praise when its accessories made gaming easier for those with disabilities a few years ago. The company has finally announced when it will bring a similar level of accessibility to everyday computer use, along with the price for each new accessory.
In May, Microsoft announced its collection of customizable and attachable input devices to help those with disabilities easily make keyboard and mouse inputs. Six new PC accessibility adapters from Microsoft will be available on October 25. Pre-orders went live on the Microsoft store.
The Microsoft Adaptive Mouse can work as a standard compact mouse, attach to the Mouse Tail for a more traditional shape, and use the Thumb Support for extra right-handed or left-handed comfort. It can also connect with up to three devices — wirelessly or through USB-C — for additional functionality and accessibility. The Adaptive Mouse is $44.99, while the Mouse Tail and Thumb Support come bundled for $14.99.
With Microsoft’s $59.99 Adaptive Hub, users can replace [...]