Microsoft unveils new Surface Mouse with haptic feedback and customizable button

Microsoft is preparing to launch a second generation of its Surface Mouse, introducing haptic feedback support for the first time in the device's lineup. The new mouse is set to arrive next month, according to the company.

Alongside the haptic feedback feature, the refreshed Surface Mouse will include a customizable action button, another first for the product line. The button is designed primarily to give users quick access to Microsoft's Copilot assistant, reflecting the company's continued push to integrate AI features more deeply into its hardware.

Beyond its default Copilot shortcut, the action button can reportedly be reconfigured to trigger other commands and shortcuts through the Surface companion app, giving users some flexibility in how they use the new feature.

The addition of haptic feedback marks a notable shift for Microsoft's mouse hardware, which has historically focused on straightforward, ergonomic designs rather than advanced tactile features. Haptic feedback has increasingly appeared in other input devices and trackpads in recent years, offering users subtle physical responses to clicks, scrolling or specific interactions.

Further details on pricing and full availability are expected as the launch date approaches next month.