Laser Mouse??? Any side Effects???

ariyamusafir · 28th Aug 2006, 01:46 PM

Hi guys, just want to ask, we all know that optical mouse is becoming obselete and that in the future, there will be more usage of laser mouse. My question is, would there be any effects on health due to the usage of laser mouse? Will there be any bad long term effects should we be exposed to the laser beneth the mouse? Thank you.

Falcone · 28th Aug 2006, 04:41 PM

Yes...chances is you will get cancer from the exposure.

I'm using MS Notebook Laser mouse, I'll tell you when I get cancer....

Dashken · 28th Aug 2006, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Falcone

Yes...chances is you will get cancer from the exposure.

Really? Got facts or not?

Echolac · 28th Aug 2006, 05:08 PM

well..i dun think laser class for mice is that strong..haven't come across such incidents..if there are cases like this, dun worry, you will be informd soon enuf: newspapers, radio, TV etc etc....

Papercut · 28th Aug 2006, 05:11 PM

I'm sure they have all been tested and approved by whatever regulatory bodies. I would also presume that's why you see the "Class 1 Laser Product" marking on the label.

For that matter, people have been staring at CRT monitors for years and (AFAIK) nobody has mutated as a result of exposure to sub-atomic particles

Trinity · 28th Aug 2006, 05:47 PM

This is simple.

Just don't point it at your face and stare at the light.

Falcone · 28th Aug 2006, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trinity

This is simple.

Just don't point it at your face and stare at the light.

So that's what I've been doing wrong

Papercut · 28th Aug 2006, 08:51 PM

There isn't really a light though

Adrian Wong · 28th Aug 2006, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Falcone

So that's what I've been doing wrong

ROTFL!!!

Seriously, Class 1 lasers are safe.

Got this from Wikipedia :

Quote:

Lasers are classified into safety classes numbered I (inherently safe) to IV (even scattered light can cause eye and/or skin damage).

Chai · 28th Aug 2006, 09:09 PM

I've been using it for the past month, still feel healthy...

28th Aug 2006, 01:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
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Falcone Official Mascot Creator Join Date: 18 Dec 2002 Location: Kay El, Em Wai Posts: 3,209 Reputation: 1705 Rep Power: 27	Yes...chances is you will get cancer from the exposure. I'm using MS Notebook Laser mouse, I'll tell you when I get cancer.... __________________ I'm a noob, my photos sucks, but if you can live with that... http://www.pumpkinproject.com/ Flickr Last edited by Falcone : 28th Aug 2006 at 05:12 PM.

28th Aug 2006, 05:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
Papercut Hold me back! I can't stop posting!!! Join Date: 14 Jul 2004 Location: Singapore! Posts: 5,009 Reputation: 2428 Rep Power: 34	I'm sure they have all been tested and approved by whatever regulatory bodies. I would also presume that's why you see the "Class 1 Laser Product" marking on the label. For that matter, people have been staring at CRT monitors for years and (AFAIK) nobody has mutated as a result of exposure to sub-atomic particles __________________ PC Specs "Use in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of n00bs. Overclock within 24 hours of opening. Do not read instructions before proceeding, do not use only as directed. May cause frustration, late nights and empty wallets. If symptoms persist please consult your hardware professional."

28th Aug 2006, 05:47 PM	#6 (permalink)
Trinity Little Kiki Join Date: 5 Jan 2003 Location: Ohio,usa Posts: 6,852 Reputation: 5489 Rep Power: 67	This is simple. Just don't point it at your face and stare at the light. __________________ (\__/) (-. - ) (> < )

28th Aug 2006, 08:51 PM	#8 (permalink)
Papercut Hold me back! I can't stop posting!!! Join Date: 14 Jul 2004 Location: Singapore! Posts: 5,009 Reputation: 2428 Rep Power: 34	There isn't really a light though __________________ PC Specs "Use in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of n00bs. Overclock within 24 hours of opening. Do not read instructions before proceeding, do not use only as directed. May cause frustration, late nights and empty wallets. If symptoms persist please consult your hardware professional."

28th Aug 2006, 05:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
Echolac Getting there Join Date: 23 Mar 2005 Posts: 205 Reputation: 97 Rep Power: 4	well..i dun think laser class for mice is that strong..haven't come across such incidents..if there are cases like this, dun worry, you will be informd soon enuf: newspapers, radio, TV etc etc....

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Chai Administrator Join Date: 6 Oct 2002 Location: Maranello Posts: 26,978 Reputation: 4108 Rep Power: 74	I've been using it for the past month, still feel healthy... __________________ Chai (Contributor & Forum Admin) http://www.techarp.com/

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