Designer and inventor Max Eternity, via his startup Mausware, has introduced the Finger Maus, a wearable computer mouse that you slip onto a finger to control laptops, tablets, and PCs. Launched in August on Indiegogo, the device aims to combine portability, sustainability, and convenient interaction, especially for people who face mobility challenges or often work on the go, reports 3D Printing Industry.
The Finger Maus weighs just 20 grams, significantly lighter than standard mice. It’s designed to be worn on the index, middle, or ring finger. The wearable format removes the need for a flat surface; users can navigate simply by moving the finger around in space. The creators highlight its responsiveness and ease of use.
On the sustainability front, the Finger Maus Ultra is 3D printed using plant-based resin, which is non-toxic and biodegradable. Compared to conventional mice, which typically weigh around 130 grams and are made from substantial amounts of plastic, the Finger Maus uses over 80% less material. That reduction could shrink the environmental footprint if such wearables were adopted broadly.
The project’s inspiration came while Eternity was working at a tech center for the elderly, low-income people, and individuals with disabilities. That environment motivated him to design a device that is comfortable, easy to use, and adaptable to different users’ needs.
While the Finger Maus offers many advantages, i.e., lightweight design, eco materials, and wearable format, it remains to be seen how well it holds up in everyday use (battery life, precision over time, durability of the 3D-printed materials, etc.). Mausware’s design represents a trend toward more ergonomic, sustainable, and versatile human-computer interaction devices.