Looking for a mouse

clv101 · 7 Feb 2009 at 22:51

Last few weeks I've been looking for a new mouse. After 8 years of loyal service my Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical USB has developed a sticky left click.

The Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical has been perfect for me... however maybe there's something better? Any recommendation? I don't game, and want a button on the left and right side.

My experiance with wireless stuff was more than 5 years age, maybe closer to 10 and they were rubbish. Is wireless PERFECT like USB now?

JeremyW · 7 Feb 2009 at 22:54

Buy another Intellimouse. Wireless chews batteries..

lukeharvest · 7 Feb 2009 at 22:56

I wouldn't get wireless, the batteries tend to wear off at a very important time, such as when you're playing Ghost Recon.

Arjun806 · 7 Feb 2009 at 23:12

Get a rechargeable wireless mouse? I have a Logitech Mx1000 from a few years ago and I love it.

CaseyChaos · 7 Feb 2009 at 23:25

JeremyW said:
Buy another Intellimouse. Wireless chews batteries..

I've got a wireless microsoft mouse and I find the batteries last quite a long time considering how much I use it. Just make sure you buy quality batteries and you should find 2 AAs will last you 4months or so with regular use.

wilsky · 7 Feb 2009 at 23:48

Whatever you do, buy a laser mouse and not an optical..

TheMorningStar · 7 Feb 2009 at 23:56

i find that once you have 2 mx 1000s sitting next to each other running out of charge isnt an issue

JeremyW · 8 Feb 2009 at 00:06

TheMorningStar said:
i find that once you have 2 mx 1000s sitting next to each other running out of charge isnt an issue

But the OP was looking for a mouse, not mice

clv101 · 8 Feb 2009 at 00:07

Laser vs optical? How big a deal is this? I don't play games.

Mr-White · 8 Feb 2009 at 00:10

my mx1000 used to last for weeks before the battery ran out even when play wow for 8 hours a day

MW

Audigex · 8 Feb 2009 at 03:55

Logitech + energizer 2500mAh rechargeable batteries.

I've had the same pair of batteries in mine for 2 months, and then if they go it's a 2 second job to swap for the other two rechargeables.

clv101 · 8 Feb 2009 at 10:01

Think it's going to be the Microsoft Laser Mouse 6000. But it's out of stock.

TheMorningStar · 8 Feb 2009 at 11:54

JeremyW said:
But the OP was looking for a mouse, not mice

but they get lonely...

HaloUK · 8 Feb 2009 at 12:23

I use a Razor Copperhead, yes it is a gaming mouse but works fab with everything else...possibly overkill if your not into gaming. Its wired so no issues with batteries running flat!

CaseyChaos · 8 Feb 2009 at 12:38

clv101 said:
Think it's going to be the Microsoft Laser Mouse 6000. But it's out of stock.

I have the 5000 and it does exactly what you need it to, I find it nice to hold and haven't had a problem with it

lankymorley · 8 Feb 2009 at 12:42

If the Intellimouse has been good to you and you like the feel of it, then I dont see any reason why you shouldn't get another one, they're very good, solid mice. If you get another Intellimouse you wont have to spend too much time adapting to it either.

clv101 · 8 Feb 2009 at 14:40

The Laser Mouse 6000 seems pretty similar. Also according the the tech specs the buttons are much better. 1 million clicks on Intellimouse and 3 million on the laser, similar improvement for the other mechanics. It's also 800 rather than 400dpi and a little lighter. Seems like the logical thing to get... as soon as OcUK get some more stock.