Rating: Summary: Useless Review: I bought this mouse fooled by its cool looks and reviews I read (including those here) . And let me tell you , I didn't like this mouse one bit ! Here are the reasons : First of all , it's HUGE , so in order to control it you have to put your entire palm over it coz it has sliders on its very edges and it's a very long mouse that has the optic "camera" in an akward position so if you're not moving both the top and bottom edges simetrically it'll lose precision big time . All the hype about its "natural design" and it being easy to use it just b/s . In order to use this mouse with precision you need to keep your palm on it putting the entire weight of your arm on the mouse . You control this mouse by moving your elbow which I found to be exhausting and I guarantee you that even with best sitting position your arm will get tired after 1 hour of intensive use of this mouse . Personally I'm used to holding the mouse with my fingers while resting my wrist on the mousepad . This way of usage is much more comfortable and I don't get tired after hours of eg. playing quake 3 or picture editing (more precise too) . So if you're using your mouse this way DO NOT BUY THIS MOUSE ! You'll save yourself money and hassle you'll have to go trough returning the mouse and getting a new one . Also when I put my hand on the mouse as described above I have trouble using the right button because my finger goes way over it - so much about natural design :P The last thing that completes this list is a bug that's supposed to be a feature . It's the blue led light on the mouse back that turns on when mouse is working . It produces a very cool efect but the downside is that it heats up like crazy and your palm will be swatting in no time . I can't belive Logitech did such a poor job with this mouse . However I totally recomend you the Logitech Optical Wheel Mouse which is a "younger brother" of this monster . It's a very nicely shaped symetrical mouse , easy to use , great control ... . It's what i'm using now . Hope this review helps someone .
Rating: Summary: Excellent mouse, solid drivers Review: Logitech makes, in my opinion, the best mice with the most solid drivers. I've been using the Mouseman Wheel Optical for a few months now, and I'm purchasing another one for one of my new computers.I'm a little surprised at some of the negative comments I've read here. First, unlike what one reviewer mentioned, the blue light on the mouse does *not* get uncomfortably hot; in fact, I don't notice it all. Second, the drivers are much more solid than Microsoft drivers. Through many mice and years, I have never experienced a crash related to a Logitech driver, but I have experienced many related to Microsoft drivers. Finally, in terms of pointing accuracy, I use my Logitech Optical mouse for close work in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and pointer movement has been consistently smooth and accurate. I highly recommend this mouse.
Rating: Summary: MICROSOFT, LOGITECH O.K., BUT...... Review: MICROSOFT & LOGITECH MICE ARE O.K. GENERALLY SPEAKING, BUT THE KENSINGTON OPTICAL MICE ARE FAR SUPERIOR. HAVING OWNED BOTH THE MS.&LOGITECH OPTICAL MICE AND COMPARING THEM TO THE KENSINGTON OPTICALS HERE ARE THE FEATURES I LIKED IN THE KENSINGTON OPTICALS:1. SCROLL WHEEL WAS PRECISE AND SMOOTH 2.MICRO SWITCHES WERE ABSOLUTELY CRISP 3.THE SHAPE OF THE MOUSE WAS PERFECT, AND WILL ACCOMMODATE RIGHT&LEFT HAND USERS.KENSINGSTON MAKES BOTH A 5 & 3 BUTTON MOUSE AND ARE MORE REASONABLY PRICED THAN EITHER MS. OR LOGITECH. ALSO COMES WITH 5 YEAR WARRANTY AND TOLL FREE SUPPORT NUMBER.
Rating: Summary: Optical is awesome, but doesn't scroll well Review: First of all, the Optical mouse is awesome and I definitely wouldn't go back to the traditional style mouse that invariably stops functioning correctly within 6-12 months if you use it often from dirt build-up. You can never quite get a mouse clean again, so I usually just go buy a new one. Logitech and Microsoft have solved that with there Optical mice, and the precision is everything I had hoped for, which I put to the test during graphics creation and editing. The main problem I have with the Logitech mouse that I chose over the Microsoft (just hate to give them more money if I can avoid it) is that the scrolling middle button works horribly. It will function for awhile, then stop working completely in all applications MS or not. I have to reboot often to restore it to a working state. Logitech's support is standard email response that was of no help whatsoever. I haven't seen any other reviews complain about it, so hopefully my machine is an isolated case. I love everything else about it, but am thinking about returning it and trying the Microsoft version instead...
Rating: Summary: Awesome Review: This mouse rules! I have two computers and they both needed new mouses. I bought the Microsoft Intellimouse Optical for one and the Logitech for the other. I wish I had bought two of these. The cursor movement is perfect and the mouse fits your hand PERFECTLY! (Unless you're left-handed). I has one extra button on the side that is right where it should be. My complaint about the Microsoft Mouse is that the side buttons are too easy to accidentally click. This mouse has no such problem. The wheel click also has some interesting things it can be programmed to. Great mouse! Buy It!
Rating: Summary: An excellent mouse but with some flaws. Review: My conundrum when purchasing this mouse was whether to purchase the Microsoft one or the Logitech one. I took a chance on the Logitech mouse, and I must say that I have not regretted it. Not only is Logitech mouse less expensive than the mouse created by Microsoft, but it is also of about equal quality. Aesthetically the Logitech mouse looks great, one of the coolest features is the glowing blue Logitech logo on the back to the mouse. Installing it was a breeze, I just plugged it into my USB port and Windows auto detected it and installed the appropriate drivers automatically. Although overall this is a good mouse, it does have some problems. The wheel feels flimsy to the touch and scrolling is a bit difficult. If you heavily use the scroll wheel, you should consider the Microsoft mouse. Although the Logitech mouse does not give you as good a feel as the Microsoft mouse, it is adequate nonetheless. Another thing that you might find difficult with this mouse is getting adjusted to it in the beginning. It takes a while to get adjusted to the shape of the mouse, but after a few days it will feel natural. I would recommend this mouse for anyone seeking a new mouse and is looking to purchase an optical mouse. Once you have tried optical, you won't want to go back to the regular ball mouse.
Rating: Summary: Blue is Better: Logitech's got the idea Review: In my group of 8 computer friends, 7 use the Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer. One found this mouse, and bought it. I tried it out and compared it to the leading Explorer and was amazed. Of course, the use of a mouse depends upon the user's hand and preferences, but I love this. The contour fits my hand wonderfully, and the grip material on each side is practical and stylish. The buttons give more of a solid 'click' feeling than the loose-feeling Explorer, and the wheel gives more resistance with a more solid turn. As a gamer, I like a solid, stable mouse, and this is the best I have seen (and who could resist the sleek color and pretty blue light!). The one flaw is that the two main buttons do not extend far enough forward - my fingers are a bit long, and their tips reach over the buttons, and I feel that they cut off a little short. It may not be quite five stars, but if it isn't, nothing else out there is! And when we have no 5 star mice, we are in a pathetic state indeed.
Rating: Summary: Top of the line Review: After using this mouse for a few weeks, and the cordless versions for a few months... I would have to say that this is the best mouse on the market period. The wheel has improved a great deal since thay have added them to the line up, and the clicks are much more "solid." The weight is simply perfect. Microsoft should look at this mouse very very carefully. The software that comes with the mouse is the best. I had problems with the mouse driver software on a IBM laptop and 98SE. But after hooking up this new mouse, and installing the softare, all my problems went away. It was just like magic. The feel, weight, looks, and software make this a must own product if you use a mouse for any period of time. Add web-wheel and surfin' the net... simply awesome! Get it, and enjoy life.
Rating: Summary: One of the best mice around! Review: I have always been a big fan of Logitech. I previously used a Trackman Marble TOP, and was happy with this mouse for over 5 years. Then I found the Mouseman Wheel Optical, I had to try it! When it comes to gaming, there just isn't a finer mouse! The buttons provide a good tactile response to mouse clicks, and if your a rightie (sorry lefties) the ergonomic design fits nicely into your hand. And of course being and optical mouse as well as USB you have a high level of precision when it comes time to aim. Simply put I believe this to be one of the finest mice I have ever used, and there are not enough stars to give this mouse!
Rating: Summary: The BEST Logitech Mouse EVER Review: This finally got it all together. An optical mouse that works on almost any surface, an extra button in the most logital and ergonomic place - the thumb, which defaults to a double click. And scrolling wheel technology. I have had one now for 5 weeks and it is better than anything I have tried before. Plus it is aesthetically pleasing - deep blue, with blue diode and red optical scanner. I could not recommend it more highly.
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