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    looking for a corded mouse

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by snowbrdkid, Aug 26, 2006.

  1. snowbrdkid

    snowbrdkid Notebook Consultant

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    well, i just took back my v400, and i dont want a wireless mouse lol...mabe it was just a bad experience, but it didnt seem to work to well. if theres a better wireless, let me know...
    anyways, now im looking for a good corded mouse. I like logitech's "toggle" on the scroll wheel, very convenient for back/forward during web browsing. if i could find a mouse like that, not necesarily logitech, and not that expensive, that would be great
    thanks for the help
     
    snowbrdkid, Aug 26, 2006
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  2. HappyCamper

    HappyCamper Notebook Enthusiast NBR Reviewer

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    Don't know if this one meets quite all your criteria, but I can attest that it is a very nice corded mouse: the Logitech G5. It tracks really well, has adjustable weights so you can tailor its mass to your liking and has on-the-fly sensitivity adjustment. Only thing it lacks is the thumb button for indicating "forward" in a browser. There's a thumb "back" button, at least.

    Anyway, it has a cord and might be worth checking out. :)
     
    HappyCamper, Aug 26, 2006
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  3. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    G5 FTW...at least until the Microsoft/Razer Habu gaming mouse comes out. It should be available in October. :D
     
    saturnotaku, Aug 26, 2006
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  4. Pharoke

    Pharoke Notebook Evangelist

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    I have the G5 and it is great. With the updated software the back button is now supported in FF :D
     
    Pharoke, Aug 26, 2006
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    Trippytiger Notebook Consultant

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    :eek:

    snowbrdkid, if you're not after a gaming mouse or something terribly portable, you should take a look at the MX400. It's a fairly nicely shaped corded laser mouse with plenty of buttons, and I think it would be more convenient for everyday use than the somewhat button-deprived G5.
     
    Trippytiger, Aug 26, 2006
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  6. Jalf

    Jalf Comrade Santa

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    I absolutely love my Logitech MX510. Best corded mouse I've tried.
     
    Jalf, Aug 26, 2006
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    TheGriffin Notebook Consultant

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    Haha, you should try the Logitech G7 mouse.

    Logitech kicks-ass, infact I have 2 MX518 right now but one is Brand NEW in BOX! and the other is what I am using right now =).

    I want to get rid of it so I can buy a G7 wireless mouse -_-
     
    TheGriffin, Aug 26, 2006
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  8. snowbrdkid

    snowbrdkid Notebook Consultant

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    ya i was hopin to get something semi-portable that will fit into my backpack easy...ill check out the G5 and the mx400 though...thanx
     
    snowbrdkid, Aug 26, 2006
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    boogiedood Notebook Guru

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    I personally love my Razer Copperhead mouse but it is a bit expensive. Instead, you might want to look into the Razer Diamondback's. They have 7 buttons which can be assigned to do whatever you want them to and these mice absolutely rock for gaming in case that is of any concern to you.
     
    boogiedood, Aug 27, 2006
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