Logitech Mimics Wiimote with MX Air Mouse

Actually, that might not be fair: the Wiimote wasn’t the first 3D controller, not by a long shot. There’ve been many, many 3D mice, and most of them (as far as I can tell) have been relegated to the PowerPoint presentation crowd. But, the Logitech MX Air Mouse combines some voodoo, ancient magic, and Area 51 technology to allow for what Logitech calls "Freespace" motion control. It’s really more like a remote control, using a touch-sensitive scroll panel rather than a wheel and dedicated buttons for various functions. It works at about 30 feet from your PC, which seems reasonable. Look for it in August for about $150 (ouch).