SAN FRANCISCO (02/02/2000) - You'll get plenty of touchy-feely with Logitech Inc.'s new $99 WingMan Force Feedback Mouse. Using Immersion's funky Feelit technology, this rodent gives you added sensation as you scroll around. When your cursor moves over folders or hyperlinks, for example, you feel virtual "bumps"--a strange type of magnetic pull. The effects are meant to enliven games: When we tested a shipping unit, the mouse--whoa--gyrated almost uncontrollably in an explosion scene (we kid you not!). Three games are bundled, including Railroad Tycoon II Gold and Heavy Gear II. However, the mouse requires a bundled pad that limits range of motion, and our PC World Test Center experts say it's hard to stay ahead in a game with such frenetic mouse action. WingMan's main appeal is novelty. Logitech; 800/231-7717; www.logitech.com.
Attache Personal Imaging Device
PRO: Light; high-quality scans; handles 8 by 11 documents in one pass.
CON: Needs PC with PC Card slot, can't scan books or magazines.
VALUE: Versatile and portable for those who want to scan on the road.
Street price: $149
Antec
888/542-6832
www.antec-inc.com
PetiScan
PRO: Easy to use, good scanning and editing software, USB device works with Macs and PCs.
CON: Limited to 4-by-6-inch scanning per pass.
VALUE: Good for travelers who need to scan with various systems.
Street price: $149
NEC Technologies
800/632-4636
www.nectech.com/petiscan.