Asus Unveils Fragrance Mouse MD101, Marshmallow Keyboard KW100 Colours
Asus has introduced a new computer accessory, the Fragrance
Mouse MD101, alongside two new colour variants of its Marshmallow Keyboard
KW100 in India. The Fragrance Mouse is being positioned as a sensory-oriented
device, offering not just input functionality but also ambient fragrance via an
integrated scent chamber. The keyboard, meanwhile, now comes in ‘Rose Clay’ and
‘Iridescent White’ options, expanding the product’s aesthetic appeal The MD101 mouse is equipped with a
refillable vial designed to emit a subtle aroma during use. Asus has
collaborated with Eze Perfume, an Indian fragrance brand, to create a scent
exclusive to this product. The fragrance features a layered profile, starting
with peach, wormwood, and freesia; followed by rose, sandalwood, and iris; and
settling into notes of musk, vanilla, and amber. Each unit of the MD101 includes
two vials of this proprietary scent, and the fragrance chamber itself is
removable and cleanable, enabling users to customise or replace the aroma.
In terms
of technical specifications, the Fragrance Mouse MD101 supports dual-mode
wireless connectivity through Bluetooth 5.3 and 2.4GHz RF. It features PTFE
feet for smoother movement, adjustable DPI settings (1200, 1600, and 2400), and
weighs approximately 66g without the battery and fragrance. The mouse runs on a
single AA battery and is compatible with Windows 10 or later, macOS, and
ChromeOS. It is available in Iridescent White and Rose Clay, and is priced at
Rs 1,999.
The
Marshmallow Keyboard KW100 has also received an update, now offered in Rose
Clay and Iridescent White in addition to the earlier Oat Milk and Green Tea
Latte variants. The keyboard features a slim, compact 75 per cent layout with
84 keys, scissor switches, and a silent foam layer that reduces keypress noise
to under 50 dB. It includes a 2-level adjustable kickstand for better ergonomics
and a new Copilot key. The device supports Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and can
pair with up to three devices.
The
keyboard runs on two AAA batteries and is designed to operate for up to a year
under light daily use. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems
including Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, iPadOS, and ChromeOS.
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