IFA26: Visit Rapoo booth: Better keyboard mouse, with AI button
In the computer components area in lobby 5, 2nd floor of IFA 2026, I stopped by Rapoo's booth because I saw quite a large number of customers passing by. Before in Vietnam, when mentioning Rapoo, people often immediately think of office mice and keyboards that are affordable, easy to buy and practical. But at this year's exhibition, what surprised me the most was that their level of perfection had increased significantly. Rapoo's furniture now no longer feels rickety but is covered with a smooth layer that is very comfortable to touch, without any bumps or rough edges. At the same time, the company also quickly caught the trend of putting physical AI shortcuts on peripheral devices.
Rapoo M360: Ergonomic office mouse and AI calling shortcut
The first mouse that caught my attention in the office area was the Rapoo M360 and the most valuable change is that the company has added two extra buttons on the side to make moving back and forth to the website much more convenient, with the Al Portal feature different from other brands for Windows and Mac. The mouse body weighs 88g and is ergonomically shaped to gently curve, so when I put my hand on it, it hugs my palm very naturally, reducing wrist fatigue if I have to work continuously all day.
The point I appreciate the most for office work needs is that the machine uses a quiet Silent switch with a durability of 5 million clicks. The mouse clicking sound is almost completely eliminated, so you can click at night or sit in a quiet air-conditioned room without worrying about disturbing the people next to you. The mouse surface is covered with a velvet layer that feels smooth and grips the hand.
The DPI adjustment button on the back of the mouse is now integrated with the Copilot shortcut feature to quickly call up AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini or Copilot without having to move the mouse to open each browser tab. The regular DPI button acts as an AI function activation button with 2 states:
Regarding hardware, the mouse uses an optical sensor with 7 customizable levels from 800 to 4,000 DPI, supporting parallel connection of both Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4GHz nano receiver within a range of 10 meters.
The mouse runs on an AA battery for up to 12 months of use, has 3 color options including dark gray, blue and white and a 2-year warranty. For office workers who need a compact, lightweight mouse with a smooth click and long battery life, this is a very economical choice.
Rapoo VT3 Max Master V2: Ultra-light 59g competition mouse with high specifications
In contrast to the calm appearance of the M360, the VT3 Max Master V2 at the gaming counter is a real monster in terms of parameters. Holding this mouse in my hand, my first feeling was that it was surprisingly light, only 59g.
Thanks to its ultra-light weight combined with a sturdy ergonomic shape, high-speed mouse flicks in shooting games take place extremely smoothly without any feeling of heaviness on the wrist. The mouse's outer shell is also treated with a smooth velvet surface, precise switches and high durability.
In terms of competition technology, Rapoo equips it with Dual 8,000Hz response frequency in both Type-C wired mode and 2.4GHz wireless connection, helping to eliminate response latency when playing e-sports games. The infrared optical sensor below with a maximum resolution of up to 40,000 DPI, supports meticulous fine-tuning in 1-unit steps with 7 preset levels, 750 IPS tracking speed and 60G endurance acceleration.
The mouse has a total of 10 programmable buttons, built-in memory to store macros and DPI levels directly on the mouse. You can carry the mouse to another computer and plug it in to immediately receive familiar configurations without having to reinstall the software. The internal 800mAh battery provides a maximum operating time of up to 450 hours, fully charging via Type-C port takes about 3 hours. In the box, the company also generously includes a set of anti-slip grip tape and replacement mouse feet. Personally, I think Rapoo is taking it very seriously as a competitive mouse, not just the outside color.
Other small accessories: From retro mechanical keys, AI thin keys to gaming headsets
Besides the two main mouse models, Rapoo's display counter is also filled with other interesting computer accessories. The highlight is the E9300G AI Connect keyboard with an ultra-thin and light design, but when I tried pressing my hand to type, the key frame was still very sturdy, without any creaking or sagging keys. There is a dedicated AI key in the corner to instantly call the virtual assistant.
Next to it is the flat low-profile A830E keyboard model with a sophisticated aluminum border, the 8300M office keyboard and mouse set with built-in palm rest, and the full-sized 8850M keyboard with a traditional style.
The corner that makes me most excited to look at is the classic retro-style mechanical keyboard. It has a white frame combined with black round keys that simulate the style of old typewriters, including a mechanical lever and metal knob to turn the connection on and off. It looks nostalgic but is very comfortable to type on.
Regarding mice, the company also offers the MV30 ergonomic standing mouse model for those with wrist pain, the MT770L mouse equipped with an Ultra Scroll infinity scroll cluster on both sides, and the new generation VT9, VT7, VT3 series of gaming mice. In addition, the accessories area also has wireless gaming headsets, working webcams and compact USB-C to HDMI conversion hubs.
After a walk around the Rapoo booth at IFA this year, I saw that they are making quite clear changes. Still retaining the advantage of affordable and accessible prices, their surface finish and finishing quality have come much closer to high-end brands. What do you think about putting AI hard keys on an office mouse as well as the parameters of this 59g ultra-light gaming mouse?
