28-11-2004, 19:08
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New Mouse ???
Hi all
I am after a 'new mouse' to replace my old MS one.
Like the idea of having one with a scroll wheel....................any recommendations for a supplier and make.
Thanks
Mike
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28-11-2004, 19:18
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Re: New Mouse ???
I've got a Microsoft Wheel Mouse Optical. It is USB but comes with a convertor. I've never had any problems with it, infact each of my systems have got one (3).
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28-11-2004, 19:18
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Re: New Mouse ???
Masses to choose from these days.
Probably a good idea to go down to PCWorld and see how they fit in your hand!
I have several but my current favourite is a simple Logitech Optical Scroll mouse that was about £20 a few months ago. I don't think you'ld go far wrong with a Logitech.
If you want to go wireless, I would suggest one with a recharging station - my last wireless didn't and it ate AAA batteries
You will probably find good prices at your local Tesco, otherwise www.Novatech.co.uk or www.Savastore.com.
HTH
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28-11-2004, 19:32
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Re: New Mouse ???
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Originally Posted by Mike
Hi all
I am after a 'new mouse' to replace my old MS one.
Like the idea of having one with a scroll wheel....................any recommendations for a supplier and make.
Thanks
Mike
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I have one of these.
http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mo...s.aspx?pid=002
It's very nice
I got mine with a wireless natural keyboard as well....
MMMmmm
I got mine from overclockers.co.uk
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28-11-2004, 19:41
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Re: New Mouse ???
http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mo...s.aspx?pid=004 - been using mine for about 2 years now, never let me down, and apparently it's only about £20 in PC World now.
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28-11-2004, 19:46
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Re: New Mouse ???
aldi are doing what looks to be a damned fine wireless keyboard and mouse ( 5 buttons and scroll ) for £15
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28-11-2004, 19:57
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Re: New Mouse ???
Personally I'm using a MS Optical 4 Button Wheel Mouse.......
And am less than impressed, spontanious scroll which is not handy when playing first person shooters. having to reseat the usb connection occasionally on boot-up as the mouse disappears.
Next time I build, I'll not be buying any MS hardware.....
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28-11-2004, 21:26
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Re: New Mouse ???
I purchased a MS optical one, and I hated it!! - the wheel doesn't click as you turn it like my others do - so It's in the garage now!
the feeling was just so awful.
PS. If you do have optical don't use an image of the london underground as a mousemat!
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28-11-2004, 21:26
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Re: New Mouse ???
Microsoft Intellimouse Optical
http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Produ...ProductID=6347
IMHO mice are one product that Microsoft does well. Good shape, feel and reliable. My last Intellimouse (with a ball) must have lasted since 1997. It still works but the scroll wheel is a little stiff so I have just replaced it with the one above.
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28-11-2004, 21:27
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Re: New Mouse ???
I like my standard logitech mouse.... two buttons and a scroll in the middle  i know logitech are renouned for being quite expensive though
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28-11-2004, 21:50
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Re: New Mouse ???
My recommendation would be a Logitech MX1000 ... best wireless mouse available IMHO.
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29-11-2004, 00:55
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Re: New Mouse ???
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29-11-2004, 00:57
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Re: New Mouse ???
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I'd be careful... with your current avatar as it is, you could easily be accused of spamming.
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29-11-2004, 00:59
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Re: New Mouse ???
LOL I know about my avatar it was a quick thing building a nice new one in morning on psp9.
Edit: Will change it now so no offense is caused.
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