Samsung Magic Presenter - alternatives?

[Drodbar]

Hi all -I need to find a remote presenter for Powerpoint which has virtual laser pointer software included. I have tried a Samsung Magic Presenter but found multiple issues with it so I am loking for alternatives which do the same job, but there doesn't seem to be much about. Essentially what I am looking for is a hand held remote powerpoint controller, with a software laser not a real one, this is because I need the pointer to be recorded by our lecture capture software. Yes, I know Powerpoint includes a laser pointer tool, but I need it to be on a remote as that is what all our lecturers demand!

[mikeprice]

Never heard of one of those - I will be very interested in any replies!

[davethetekkie]

Would a Gyration Air Mouse and the PowerPoint laser pointer tick the boxes? Operation would be slightly different I imagine but other than that I can't say I've heard of any alternatives...

[mikeprice]

Would a Gyration Air Mouse and the PowerPoint laser pointer tick the boxes? Operation would be slightly different I imagine but other than that I can't say I've heard of any alternatives...

 

Good idea - there is also a Lindy version but it is less robust. I have used both and they could do what you want really well