Microsoft Wireless Optical Mouse Blue by Microsoft
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Digital camera reviews of Microsoft Wireless Optical Mouse Blue
Digital camera Review: Great mouse
Summary: 5 Stars
When I first recieved the Wireless Optical Mouse Blue, I had a little trouble getting used to it. It seemed to move around on my screen very fast. After installing the IntelliPoint software, I found a feature which let you adjust the movement according to how you use it. After setting this up I have had no problem. I've been using it for two weeks now and have had no problem with battery life. The mouse fits very well in your hand. Scroll wheel is nice and easy to use and the optical tracking works very good. If you let it sit for a long time with out using it (hours), it will go into some sort of sleep mode. I find that moving the mouse does not wake it up but if you click one of the buttons or move the scroll, it picks right up again.
I was worried that the wireless feature of this mouse would not work very well but I have had no problem. The only instance where it started to skip was when my desk was piled with papers and things were covering up the reciever. Moved the papers away and it worked just fine. Only thing I wish was that it worked farther away than six feet, but that's still a pretty good distance.
My overall suggestion, if your looking for a replacement mouse or you just need a mouse, get this one. It will not disappoint you. Price is very low considering that it is wireless AND optical all in one. But, if you are looking for just a cheap, simple mouse, I would suggest getting a little 5-10 dollar off brand mouse as they will work. If your a gadget lover like me, this will deffinately entertain you.
Digital camera Review: Great mouse - but one major flaw
Summary: 3 Stars
Picked up this mouse on a whim. I have always been a fan of wireless optical mice. Unfortunately, this mouse has one flaw. When I come into work in the morning the mouse is non-reponsive and I have to remove the batteries and replace them to get it to respond.I think this is because I leave my computer on during the night and the mouse senses the lack of activity and goes to sleep. I think installing the intellipoint software may help resolve this.
Other than that problem - it's a great mouse. very comfortable and accurate.
Digital camera Review: Horribly Inaccurate
Summary: 1 Stars
i had been wanting to go wireless for a while, but i also wanted something optical. when i saw the MS had come up with an inexpensive solution, i jumped at the chance to try it.i'll cut to the chase. the mouse is extremely erratic. first, don't even think about using it with the ps/2 port--the mouse will hardly respond. it works far better on USB, but there's a significant lag that does not go over well if you need the mouse for anything requiring precision. i tried the mouse under a million different OS settings (winXP), changed the mousing surface, played with the receiver, swapped batteries---nothing improved the performance of the unit.
basically, if you're a gamer or an artist, stay away. this mouse will frustrate the heck out of you. shame on microsoft for not testing this thing a little more.
Digital camera Review: I use this mouse
Summary: 5 Stars
This mouse works great for me. I hated to have that wire in my way all the time. The only problem is that you have to have batteries so I use rechargeable ones.Digital camera Review: It may be microsoft, but this isn't their best.
Summary: 2 Stars
I've had the Microsoft Wireless Optical Mouse Blue for about 3 months now, and I have been getting very annoyed. It runs off 2 AA batteries. They only last about a month, and that seems bad, but try replacing them. If you can even manage to somehow wedge the batteries out of its compartment, you will most likely have to clean your hands off from the scrapes when trying to get it open. I recommend using a strong thin pen to pry the batteries out. Once you get them out and put new ones in, you will probably have to fidget with them for a bit to try and get the optical light back on. Another thing I have found annoying, are the glitches. Unfortunately there aren't any wireless mice out there that don't. On a lighter note, the mouse is very responsive, and although it few, minor glitches, and the fact it doesn't have the advanced web browsing buttonsthat some mice have, it operates very well, especially for its price. I, personally, would recommend a rechargable Logitech mouse. Hope this helps!