When was the Optical Mouse invented?

The Optical Mouse was invented in 1980 by Steve Kirsch in the USA.

A computer mouse that tracks movement using a light sensor instead of a rolling ball.

Year invented1980
InventorSteve Kirsch
CountryUSA
CategoryComputing

Who invented the Optical Mouse?

Steve Kirsch invented the Optical Mouse in 1980 in the USA.

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