Microsoft did invent the mouse wheel and something I could not live without, but not sure if this idea would take off. But who knows, looks interesting. I think rotating your hand from a horizontal to vertical position would really get your wrist tired and seems like it could cause some issues with typing.
With all the advancements in optical and laser technologies, the mice works great on most practical surfaces but as soon as you lift it off the surface it degrades to a very bulky clicking device. If you’ve ever leaned right back on your seat or lounged on a very soft couch and tried to use a mouse to surf the web, you’d probably be familiar with the strain on your arms or back. It’s not easy or comfortable.
Link with pictures