MICROSOFT SIDEWINDER X8 MOUSE

The Microsoft SideWinder X8 is the first wireless gaming mouse to come with Microsoft’s BlueTrack Technology which allows better tracking capabilities. It may not be as convenient as a compact Bluetooth mouse, but in performance it is simply the best.

Key features
The Microsoft SideWinder X8 mouse is much better than the previous SideWinder gaming mouse. It has better ergonomics and it is wireless. The mouse comes with a 2.4GHz Wireless connection with 500Hz USB reporting which allows lag-free gaming. Other features include a ‘Play and Charge’ which supports up to 30 hours of wireless gaming. There are 12 buttons, seven of which are programmable. On the flip side, it doesn’t have the customizable weights. It also lacks the ruggedness of its predecessors. Another problem with the mouse is its poor battery life. If you tend to play a lot of games, you will have to recharge it almost every other day.

Pricing and Availability
The SideWinder X8 is now available for purchase. Price: $99.95

Pros:
Better looks
On-the-fly DPI adjustment buttons
Magnetic charging cable that can be used easily

Cons:
Designed for right hand users
Lacks adjustable weights
Big and bulky USB receiver
Poor batter life

LOGITECH V550 NANO CORDLESS LASER MOUSE

The V550 Nano Cordless Laser Mouse is the latest offering from Logitech known for its line of quality mice. The V550 is compact and lightweight without being undersized and flimsy.

It is powered by the laser precision technology which allows for superior tracking. There is a hyper-fast scroll-wheel. This mouse also features the Plug-and-Forget Nano Receiver common with all Logitech mice. Another unique feature of this mouse is its Clip-and-Go dock with which you can physically attach the mouse to your laptop.

Logitech claims that the V550 has an amazing 18 months of battery life. It is shipped with a pair of AA batteries, a pair of Clip-and-Go docks, a Clip-and-Go removal tool, a clip-and-Go storage box, a desktop USB extension stand and 2 cleaning wipes.

Pros
Laser precision technology
Tiny receiver
Hyper fast scroll wheel
Amazing battery life
Portable

Cons
There is no back/forward button
Because of its small size it cannot offer full ergonomic support

LOGITECH VX REVOLUTION MOUSE REVIEW

Logitech’s VX Revolution Cordless Laser Mouse is easy to use. It has a great design and extremely useful features. So is it worth the not-so-modest price tag of $69.99?

Logitech has been making quality mice for quiet some time and they have almost perfected their craft now. The Logitech VX Revolution mouse is very comfortable to use: its shape, buttons all feel very natural and it works well on most surfaces. This is designed to be a laptop mouse, but it also works with desktop computers.

At just 4.2 ounces this mouse is very light and portable. It is a bit bigger than most compact mice, but you will still have no difficulty carrying it around. The mouse comes with a tiny USB wireless receiver that can be stored inside the mouse. A simple push of the eject button will pop the receiver out and turn the mouse on automatically.

Features
The VX Revolution uses the laser technology which ensures accurate tracking. Laser mice are better than optical mice because of their higher DPI tracking. Another feature of this mouse is its hyper-fast scroll wheel which is nearly frictionless: you can easily zoom through lengthy documents and spreadsheets. If you don’t find this feature particularly helpful, you can switch to a slower click-to-click mode.

Wireless
The VX Revolution is based on the 2.4GHz Bluetooth wireless technology. The wireless range for this mouse is up to 30 feet. Just plug in the USB wireless receiver into the computer and you can start using the mouse.

Pros
Comfortable to use
Sleek and compact
Programmable buttons
Zoom slider
Wireless
Fast and precise
Power efficient
Can work with desktop computers too

Cons
Designed for right-handed users
Pricey
Scroll-wheel is hyper fast

LOGITECH RELEASES NEW GAMING MOUSE

Logitech has released its new gaming mouse, the G500. It has better features than its illustrious predecessor the G5 gaming mouse. Chief among the new features are a gaming-grade laser engine which allows a hand speed of 165 inches per second. The dpi can be adjusted in increments of 100, the lowest being 200dpi and the highest 5700dpi. There is a dual mode scroll wheel and 10 programmable macros.

The G500 has a broader thumb rest. It can be customized by removing the weight components.

RAZER UNLEASHES OROCHI BLUETOOTH MOUSE FOR NOTEBOOK GAMING

Razer has unveiled its high-end Bluetooth laser mouse for notebook gamers. Orochi, as it is called, is the world’s first gaming mouse with a 4000 dpi laser sensor. It supports both wired and wireless functionality.

Orochi has an ambidextrous design. The mouse has seven programmable buttons. The custom functions of each one of these buttons is saved to the built-in memory of the mouse. It is compatible with Bluetooth 2.0 standard. It should last 1-3 months with two AA batteries.

Features
Lightweight with three detachable feet
There is a battery life indicator
Built-in memory called Razer Synapse
7 fully programmable buttons

Pricing & Availability:
The Razer Orochi will be retailed for $79.99. It will be available in the US by mid-August.

THE $500 MOUSE...

Feast your eyes on the 3DConnexion Spacepilot Pro. No we're not joking about the price or what it can and cannot do. If you that that Mircrosoft's BlueTrack mouse was expensive then you might NOT want to take a second look at this.

HP BLUETOOTH LASER MOBILE MOUSE – HDX SERIES

HP has launched a sleek and stylish wireless computer mouse featuring wireless connectivity via Bluetooth technology. With its look and name the HP Bluetooth Laser Mouse has been probably released to match its high end Pavilion HDX entertainment notebook. This wireless mouse uses laser technology for precise tracking and can be used on any surface, well actually it claims that it can work on more surfaces than an optical mouse. You also have an option to switch between 800 and 1600 dpi using its adjustable DPI functionality to achieve optimum performance.

The HP Bluetooth Laser mouse is powered by two AA batteries and can save energy with the standby and sleep mode features. It works with Windows XP and Vista operating systems but you need to install the included software first. You also have an option to personalize your HP mouse with two different colors and comes with a travel pouch. The HP Bluetooth Laser Mobile Mouse is available at the online HP store for $47.99 after rebate.

CYBER SPORTS ORBITA MOUSE FINALLY SEES DAYLIGHT

You might have recalled hearing about Cyber Sports revolutionary mouse a few months ago. In case you didn't the whole idea of the mouse is actually very simple; replace the left and right mouse buttons with a spinning scroll wheel. This would than allow users much better experience when scrolling (faster), 3D and CAD programs since you would be able to have 3-axis control over 3D objects (hello AutoDesk, Google Earth and last but not least video manipulation which would allow you to advance frame by frame.

WIRE FREE MOUSE – LENOVO’S INNOVATIVE BLUETOOTH REPLY

The new-fangled ThinkPad Bluetooth Laser tracking unit Mouse is Lenovo's response to the transportable mouse all and sundry has required going along with their novel ThinkPad laptops. This innovative mouse was fashioned in the very own ThinkPad image, Screaming great presentation in a hard-wearing rubberized paint skin.

Bluetooth recital spiked out of the mouse was exceptional, with only a small number of quirks from its power management plot. During standard usage, the mouse would go to snooze after nearly 10 seconds almost, and necessitate a waggle and a split second to reclaim before it would progress fluidly transversely over the screen. This arrangement is in place to give the mouse rated battery power pack life of 3 months.

The IBM caretaker Lenovo ThinkPad Bluetooth Laser Mouse is a grand attendant for any ThinkPad laptop and for the similar price tag of $50 in the retail market around, it is very difficult to prefer other mice over the Lenovo unit. The robustness is 2nd to none, the utility and sense are grand, and the sense of styling is overwhelming for the business gadget aficionados. For the kind of money in talk, I taunt you to discover a trendier looking wireless mouse, and even if you still scrape to spot one, Lenovo is surely going to take a smack hit.

TARGUS LAUNCHES A BLUETOOTH MOUSE

Targus is recognized for manufacturing a broad range of reasonably priced laptop cases and trimmings, but I've never found their mouse to be tremendously striking. When I saw a press liberate for their novel Bluetooth travel mouse I appreciated this mouse has a loads of latent. First, by using Bluetooth connectivity the mouse is proficient to shun the need for a USB recipient which in turn hoards a prized USB port on your laptop.

Technical Specs
• Color options are Black/Blue
• Overall exterior dimensions are 4.1" x 2.1" x 1.4"
• System configurations required as Windows 2000, XP, Vista or MAC OS X (10.4 or even higher)
• Warranty offer is Limited to just One Year Warranty
• Overall Weight 2.04 oz
• Box packing includes: Mouse, rechargeable power packs, USB power charger cable, and travel purse

Pros
• Comfy, dense shape and ambidextrous blueprint
• Decent Bluetooth connectivity
• Long durable rechargeable batteries that can be recharged through an USB
• Rubberized surface experiences is really good
• Low price

Cons
• Battery saving utility grounds lag after quite a few minutes of non use.
• Minuscule obscured "connect" switch needs to be easier to operate.
• Devoted frontward/back switches would have been easier for web browsing.