Verbatim 96781 Nano Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse - Black by Verbatim
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Digital camera reviews of Verbatim 96781 Nano Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse - Black
Digital camera Review: A No Brainer
Summary: 5 Stars
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When the Verbatim 9681 arrived this morning, I quickly plugged it into my Aspire One WEB Book. The Aspire One uses Linpus Linux Lite v1.0.9GH as an operating system. Because the Aspire is cherry it boots very quickly. And it accepted the new mouse without any noticeable delay.
Trying it out on my HP notebook, with XP Home Edition as an operating system, it went through the usual "Found new hardware . . ." routine. And it too accepted the new mouse without an added driver.
Comparing the Verbatim mouse with the Logitech V220 I find them to be similar in size. That is, except for the size of the receiver. The Logitech sticks out about an inch and a half from the USB connector, while the Verbatim mouse sticks out less half an inch. Both mice receivers will fit into the mouse for compact travel, but the Verbatim does a better job as it stores the entire receiver completely inside the mouse. Furthermore, in order to get either XP to recognize the Logitech mouse, I had to download a driver program of about 35MB. But the Linux operating system accepted both mice without an Internet download.
Only one more difference: The Logitech mouse has a separate on/off switch on the bottom. The Verbatim mouse is turned off only when the little receiver is removed from the computer and inserted into the mouse body.
Which do I like the best? The Verbatim, of course. It has a smaller receiver, and it is a no brainer to install. And it's probably lower in price - if the Logitech V220 is still available. Whatever,it is certainly lower in price than most wireless mice that are available.
Digital camera Review: A great basic cordless mouse, but not for larger hands
Summary: 4 Stars
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When I first used this mouse I was impressed with how it felt in my hand. It has a nice curve to it and isn't too low or high. My husband has larger hands and likes it as well, but his hand doesn't fit too well on it (it is a bit smaller than a standard mouse you would get with say a new Dell computer)...so I wouldn't recommend it for people with larger hands.
The nano receiver...is awesome! If you can't use a bluetooth mouse with your computer, or just don't want to fork out the ridiculous amount they cost...go with nano! When plugged into a USB port it sticks out only 1/4"...which is practically nothing compared to the other mice that have a USB receiver that sticks out well over 1". The receiver is so small that you really don't ever need to remove it (even when packing your laptop into a case). If you do wish to remove it, it tucks nicely into the bottom side of the mouse and fits snuggly in there.
I tried this mouse out on all 3 of my laptops, 1st one operating Windows XP, 2nd Windows Vista Home Edition, and 3rd using Windows Vista Business...all recognized the mouse right away after a 30 second "found new hardware" process. I HATE when you purchase a mouse and are forced to install software to use it...this mouse does not require that...I never even opened the disc that came with it (who wants more junk running on their computer than what is necessary?). You can adjust everything you need to using the mouse settings already in Windows. As for Mac use, I cannot comment. :(
Now, it's actual performance...it is a $20 something mouse people...you can't expect it to change your TV channels. Yes it has a scrolling option...but only for up and down, not left and right. It only has the 2 traditional left and right mouse buttons...but it does exactly what it is supposed to do. It's not a fancy mouse, just a basic mouse that does it's job. It is an optical mouse, which means it will not work on all surfaces, especially those that have a high gloss finish...but paired with your basic mouse pad and it responds just as if it were a corded mouse.
I have it in black, which is nice...but I like the fact that it comes in so many different colors. My only gripe (which is why I gave it 4 stars), is it's battery life. I have had mine about a week and already had to replace the batteries. It only uses 2 AAA's, but if I have to keep replacing them once a week I might consider using it less often. Probably worth mentioning tho that I use it for at least 8 hours a day. But overall, a great little mouse at a great price!
Digital camera Review: Basic Notebook Mouse With Narcolepsy
Summary: 3 Stars
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There are as many opinions about mice as there are hands to fit them, so it is always a bit tricky to review them. To give you some context, I will begin by telling you the type of mouse I prefer, which is medium sized and simple. For example, the standard Microsoft USB mouse fits my hand perfectly. The larger premium optical mice from Logitech are a bit clunky for me, and all of the navigation buttons tend to get in my way more than help, though the scroll wheels and buttons are excellent.
The Verbatim 96781 is similar in width to a standard desktop mouse, but the rear is chopped off, leaving no wrist support. I have been stress testing it at work and have found that I can adjust to this, but it is not ideal. However, this is a notebook mouse and not really meant for primary computer use, leaving this trade-off in size vs. function very understandable. If you are used to notebook mice, I think you will find the size a very good compromise, as opposed to the somewhat painful skinny mice.
The primary selling point in the promotions for this mouse is the USB dongle. Indeed, it is as small as it could possibly be without requiring a tool for removal. This is a natural progression of the ever decreasing dongle size and a welcome change. Will you, as they say, be able to leave it plugged in all the time? That depends on your laptop case. The dongle still protrudes from the side and might still snag if you have a hard case that perfectly fits the laptop. Otherwise, I think it would be fine to leave it in during transport.
The scroll wheel is very average in feel and the buttons feel decently "clicky." This is certainly a cut above the ultra cheap no-name mice you might have had the misfortune of using in the past, with decent construction. The dongle can be housed within the mouse, as is the standard for most mice now. The range is very good, despite the diminutive size. In terms of aesthetics, the mouse looks completely generic and should match most electronics, mimicking the Dell look. However, I am basing this on the black and grey color scheme. Other colors will likely catch your fancy if you are looking to make a statement without going out on too much of a limb.
Connecting the mouse and setting it up is all very simple and automatic. However, after using the mouse during regular work, I have run into one major annoyance: the thing falls asleep like a narcoleptic. Many wireless mice automatically go into a sleep mode after a predetermined period of time, requiring a button press to wake them up. This is a good feature, as it extends battery life without the use of an on/off button, which most forget to use. However, this little guy falls asleep far too fast. The included literature even mentions this short delay. What that means is that if you are doing a task that requires you to stop using the mouse periodically, the mouse will just seem to stop working. This could be especially problematic if you are giving a presentation and talking between each slide. Waking up the mouse with a click of either button is simple, but the sleep time really should be much longer.
In conclusion, the Verbatim 96781 Nano Wireless mouse is a solid mouse that will work well for most notebook purposes. The range is good, the dongle is impressively small, and the construction, while not remarkable, is suitable for the price range. If you can look past the compressed shape and bedtime habits, it is a very solid buy.
Digital camera Review: Below Average Mobile Mouse
Summary: 3 Stars
I got this because I wanted a nano mouse that wasn't too pricey. It has a nice feel to it. I love the functionality of a 3rd side button on other mice, but thought I could program the scroll wheel to do this. Unfortunately, the software had the option, but I could not get it to work in Windows 7 64-bit. This mouse also has no on/off switch. This means that if you leave the transmitter in the USB port, it will still be powered on until it goes into sleep mode. I am also have a lot of trouble getting it too start up. Seems like it takes a long time to get a signal and it doesn't help that the connect button cannot be pushed with your fingernail. I think I'll look into a MS Mobile Mouse.Digital camera Review: Cheap, decent cordless mouse
Summary: 4 Stars
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For a bit over $25, I wasn't quite sure what to expect out of a company that doesn't really specialize in computer hardware (I think of Verbatim as a media company, not a computer accessory company.) While the mouse works just fine with my MacBook Pro in terms of tracking and wireless connectivity, it doesn't have the same quality feel as the Logitech or a Microsoft mouse.
The most notable lacking feature, for me, is a tilt wheel for side scrolling. There's no easy way to scroll side by side with this mouse. In fact, the rubber on the scroll wheel is cheap; it actually peels off easy if you're hard on it. The buttons are otherwise fine (I don't really care for extra buttons on the side) and the "nano" size receiver is very convenient, and it stores nicely on the bottom of the mouse.
Another minor gripe by me, and perhaps because I'm used to higher end mice, is the fact that the optical sensor uses a bright red light. Many new mice are using lasers or ultraviolet (read: invisible) lights. But again, this doesn't affect the functionality of the pointing device.
To sum it up, my negatives are more about the build quality of the device, rather than the actual functionality. I suppose this comes with this sort of price tag, though I think Microsoft and Logitech have similar choices at a cost that isn't much higher.