You bring along your notebook and mouse, only find out that the latter won’t work on the intended surface. If this sounds familiar, then you might want to check out the Microsoft Explorer Mini Mouse with BlueTrack Technology. The Explorer Mini is compact enough to carry around, and the small USB transceiver can be stored beneath the mouse. The reviewer stated that the smooth and ergonomically designed Explorer Mini fit perfectly into the right hand. Thanks to its BlueTrack Technology, the Explorer Mini can work on just about any surface - except on glass or clear plastic. The new algorithms, pixel architecture, and blue optics yielded more precise tracking. The Explorer Mini’s buttons are very responsive, the side buttons are easily accessible, and the scroll wheel works flawlessly. An included disk gives the user the ability to program the Explorer Mini’s buttons to open various programs. There are also several other programs that are quite helpful, but not necessary. A single AA battery can operate the Explorer Mini for up to four months of use. Overall, the Microsoft Explorer Mini Mouse with BlueTrack Technology is a very good option for those who’d want to work outside the office.