Input · The Translucent Revolution · 2000
Apple Pro Mouse
The Pro Mouse replaced the much-mocked round iMac mouse with a sleek optical design that finally tracked like a modern mouse.
Apple Pro Mouse: key facts
When was the Apple Pro Mouse released?
The Apple Pro Mouse was released in July 2000. Apple discontinued it in 2005.
How much did the Apple Pro Mouse cost?
The Apple Pro Mouse launched at $59 in 2000 — about $110 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What are the Apple Pro Mouse’s specs?
The Apple Pro Mouse used a N/A, with None of memory. It ran Driver / firmware support.
Why does the Apple Pro Mouse matter?
Apple’s first optical mouse.
Full specifications
| CPU | N/A |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | None |
| Storage | — |
| Display | None |
| GPU | N/A |
| Ports | USB |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Optical one-button mouse |
| Operating system | Driver / firmware support |
| Released | July 2000 |
| Discontinued | 2005 |
| Launch price | $59 |
How the Apple Pro Mouse compares to today
Launched at $59 in 2000 — about $110 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Cross-architecture speed figures are clock-only and approximate; inflation figures use US CPI.
Did you know?
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Last updated: 2026-06-27