wireless or corded

how does everyone feel about a wireless vs corded mouse for their laptops? I like the freedom the wireless give, but frankly if I have to spent more money for batteries and then the possibility of them running out when i'm in the middle of a project or something, I don't think i can come to grips with purchasing the wireless. Plus the corded lasers tend to be cheaper. What's your verdict on them? and then is bluetooth simply a nice commodity for a wireless, because i have internal, but is it worth the xtra for gettinga bluetooth capable mouse?

 

I have to give my vote to the corded mice. I remember my old Dell wireless mouse (came with my desktop configuation). The wireless keyboard was fine (also Dell), but the mouse would need new batteries like every 2 weeks.

Also, I believe that wired mice are more precise than wireless ones. At least in my experiences they are, especially in gaming.

 

I have MS Wireless Notebook Optical Notebook 4000, and i love it. I've used it for about a month now, and I haven't had to replace the batteries. I haven't had any problems with it except for it trying to replace my Touchpad drivers.

 

Kensington Pocket mouse here. The Bluetooth is nice.

 

I'm a wired guy. I only like having to remember to charge one battery - my notebook's. That, and I only use a mouse when I'm at home, for the most part, so I don't need to carry it around in my pocket or something.

 

that's what i was leaning towards. just getting a wired laser mouse. don't have to complicate things with the batteries, with the connection, just plug and play like they should be. So you have a cord, but frankly, as long as the signal isn't interfered with like metal objects, battery strength, to make sure the connection to my mouse is strong, i'd lean towards wired as well. Ok, so if i go wired, what's the scoop on the best wired mouse? i frankly love logitech and feel they rule in the mice department. I hate MS mice cause well, the less of MS the better for me.

 

Logitech 518 is the best gaming mouse, in my opinion.

 

is the accuracy adequate for graphic design as well? have a mx1000 at work and i want something equal. might even swap out my current standard logitech optical on desktop for the new one and use the optical on laptop since majority of work will be done on desktop. with that being said, i still want a mouse roughly around $30 price range.

 

I love my Logitech V500. It's a Laser mouse and the batteries last for a few months... that's with me using it all the time. The dongle stores into the mouse itself so I don't worry about losing it. The only complaint is the dongle but that's because I don't have bluetooth on my machine. If I had bluetooth, I'd go for a bluetooth because then I don't even need a dongle. Besides, with a battery life counted in months, how heavy/hard is it to carry around an extra pair of AAA's? That's what I figured. =) The only catch is that you'll have to see if you're OK with Logitech's new-fangled scroller (no wheel... just a smooth surface). I got used to it and haven't complained since I got this mouse.

Tip: Be wary of cheap/alternate wireless mice. I tried out a Memorex (Wireless Optical Traveler Mouse) once, and the interference was so bad, that even though I was right next to the receiver, the cursor would still jump all over the place... yes, I changed the battery... yes, I returned and got a new one to make sure it wasn't a lemon... the mouse was just bad. I can't say much for other brands but the RF on the Logitech is amazing and reliable.

 

I can't stand having to worry about battery, I hate corded mouse with my laptop but until logitech or MS come up with rechargable wireless mouse for laptop I gonna have to stick with my corded mouse....

 

i saw that V500. What's with this new-fangled scroller? you mean instead of a roller, you just move your finger over a surface. That's not cool. As for the V500 though, whats' the going rate, cause i didn't really want to spend much on the mouse if i don't have to. I want maybe $30 for a mouse that i can replace desktop and use optical at desktop for new laptop.

 

the solution to that is to uninstall your touchpad drivers/ restart then reinstall them if it came with a driver CD or get them of the internet from you manufactures site, i didn't have this problem with Intellipoint 5.4 though just 5.3

I had a MS Intellimouse 4.0 Wired, i loved the ergonomics and design and button layout, so i just got the MS Wireless Laser Mouse 6000, and i couldn't be happier, it is so much more responsive, blah blah blah, it has even better ergonomics that the Intellimouse and a better design, the wireless is great and the batteries are supposed to easily last 6 months, fantastico!

 

I was hesitant at first when I saw the lack of a roller but I like it now. To me, it does its job so no loss functionally for web surfing and general productivity. The rest is subjective. Give it a shot before saying whether or not it's "not cool." Some like it, some don't. Can't blame Logitech for introducing something different than the boring wheel.

When I got the V500, I was looking for a reliable, compact and stylish mouse in which I could easily stow the dongle. There have been a few mice that could fit that description nowadays so the options for someone looking for a mouse now is definitely greater. The V400 is promising but I'm not for the design or the orange because it doesn't look as clean/professional as the V500. I'm also not sure if the V400 is as compact as the V500. The V400 does have the bonus of using the roller.

Anyway, see what you need... was just tossing out some comments on the V500 if anyone was interested.

I don't know the prices nowadays but I got this one for about $40 with rebates. Another good reason why I got it.

 

The travelling optical mice (cord) are nice. Especially the petite ones.

 

I've got a corded wireless mouse. What do I put?

a4 tech

 

vote at the top, and what corded mouse to you have rdiver?

 

i voted wireless but i use corded lol, the cord is annoying but wireless is nice if easily rechargable. As for the v500, i dont think that mouse is comfortable at all, in fact , it hurts, just try holding it through the box , it hurts. The lx7 is nice, not a mini mouse though.

 

Hahaha, I guess you'll have to start your own category.

 

this is a tough question, i like the freedom of a wireless mouse, but like the no-lag, going to work attitude of corded mice. As far as batteries go i would buy the logitech g7 mouse with interchangeable rechargeable batteries, i think that's a really good idea. however i don't really want to spend the extra 30 bucks on it. The chord however is a totally different matter. I don't really mind using a chord when I'm working, but for travel my Kingston pocket mouse pro does the job quite nicely, a retractable chord that hides inside the mouse. ingenious, kensington never ceases to amaze me. So my final decision: corded mice.

 

I used to have a wireless mouse, the mx700 but that was mainly for my desktop. For laptops, I've always used wired(except on the go, then a wireless is better) since I never worry about the batteries and I never lose it(Yea, I lose my mice )

Right now, G5 for regular usage, v400(WHEN IT COMES!!) for traveling and moving around

 

so ok, it seems everyone is kinda mixed between both. I believe i've decided on a corded. only issue though is, who makes the best brand. Frankly i've always loved logitech's and never have taken into consideration the design and size of them versus others. I just hate MS mice and since logitech was first with lasers, they are gonna lead the pack, hopefully. So then in the logitech laser, who has one and which one do they have?

 

not sure but i think the g5 is the only corded logitech laser mouse, its huge

 

Corded. Never have been limited by the cord when moving the mouse.

 

so i guess the consensus is, corded at home, codless on the road

 

I'm the exact opposite. I use wireless at home, but corded when I'm out and about. I dont exactly wish to loose my wireless mouse when I'm out somewhere with my laptop, so I use corded.

 

The one linked in my other post.

The mouse itself is wireless, but it needs to be on the pad. Got it for christmas last year. Obviously use it only at home, but use touchpad while mobile.

 

Just a thought... The Gyration mice might be a good option on the road because it doesn't require a surface to operate but you can double up and use it on a surface. Worth a look-see. Their desktop suite is pretty slick too.

http://www.gyration.com/

 

gyration looks pretty good. but can you imagine yourself out in public? might as well attach lightsaber and scream trekky while your at it. Might be a neat invention, but i can't imagine waving my hands in the air.

 

V200, awesome. before that i had a microsoft notebook mouse, awesome aswell.

 

i just use wireless because the cord just always bothers me, i always catch it on something, and it makes my desk look ugly and i can't have that now can I

 

Like many of the other people in here, I would rather not worry about batteries.

 

$12 Logitech corded optical, here. Can't lose it, won't go broke if I break it, tracks well on the couch or my pant leg.

 

a tie. wow everyone is pretty much giving great advice for their style of mice. interesting, keep it coming.

 

Very nice, a tie!

btw: i like wireless because not only is it more mobile and stuff, but when gaming, the cord doesn't get in ur way like my corded microsoft one does sometimes.

and battery? my V200 has a long long battery life and an indicator light so u know when to replace batteries!

 

I personally prefer corded. Even with my work laptop, carrying it around with a corded mouse isn't a huge hassle, and at home a corded mouse doesn't hamper my desktop at all. Plus, no batteries.

 

I agree with that. I have one and its a dream!

 

If only it had the back-forward keys on different sides of the damn thing, LOL.

 

Corded when I need to use it. Otherwise I actually like using my touchpad it's great. I like the scroll feature on it and I have set it up perfectly.

I only plug in my mouse when playing a game or something. I kinda wish desktop keyboards had built in touchpads as well, well only if it's the same one on my Z70Va haha

Cheers,
Mike

 

I use corded only when I have to/need to. Wireless is way better in overall practiallity IMO - much more versatile.

 

I'm split...

Wired mouse: Razer Viper

Wireless keyboard: Logitech Elite

 

I use one of those Logitech "Click!" corded mice. Got it for a birthday. What I like about corded mice is that they feel substantially lighter than a wireless one. That's what I initially loved about the optical mice, the decrease in weight from the old ball mice. Seems a couple batteries would take some of that decrease away.

Unfortunately, it seems to have the occasional hiccup on my wood-grain desk, and I cleaned my room after finals, so my chunk of paper mouse pad is gone!

 

true. i have seen that the battery life of majority of the wireless are pretty solid even if i had to carry 1 set of backup batteries. I think though that I would like a logitech although my current logitech is quitting on me which i "accidentily" stole from my old roommate, so since i got it for "free" i might as well pony up the cash and get a decent mouse for both desktop and laptop.

 

I prefer the new Logitech G7 Wireless. Fullsize mouse with dynamic DPI, so very very nice for gaming. Also comes with 2 Li Batteries.


Good Luck

 

AMEN!

but what about mobility?

I'm trying to decide on the mouse myself. I game and will game on my laptop but... I've always used the mx700's (have a few of em). Afraid if I go corded for my lappy, I'll be unhappy (i'm a poet, I know it).

 

I think I'll have to revise my opinion. My new ASUS z63a came with what I assume is the most basic Logitech wireless mouse for laptops. I've been using it, and it feels really good. The only thing I wish is that my computer had bluetooth, 'cause ditching the dongle and going to a bluetooth mouse would be nice.

 

true, but bluetooth mice suck up quite a bit of battery strength on both laptop and mouse. and plus, not like you can carry around the plugin if you get the rechargeable. i admit another cord sux, but so far, very few mice have caught my attention that are cheap, but effective.

 

Buy a wired mouse, I've used two wireless optical mouses before and they are both seriously crap. They keep on running out of battery and they are so annoying and totally unreliable. Go for good old wired mouse dude! :base:

 

I would go for a wireless mouse like the Anycom BTM-100. It works using bluetooth, but you can attach it to its USB port to recharge and use it as a wired mouse while recharging. Are there any others out there like the Anycom?

 

Corded here. MS Intellimouse Explorer 4.0A with Tiltwheel (I actually find it helpful while coding). Wheel is stepless (if you know what I mean - smooth rolling) and that is not good in playing Operation Flashpoint! I hate it there sometimes.

I used to have a few wireless and corded mice, and what do you think in what configuration notebook battery lasts longer:

1. Powering (Bluetooth) adapter for wireless
2. Powering corded optical mouse

Any comments?

 

The affordable wireless mice are almost always crap. If they are decent response/quality, they are battery eaters. You need to spend a little to get a "decent" wireless mouse, capable of regular use and intense gaming.

But for $15 I can get a corded mouse that responds to my liking and is just as good at gaming as the $60+ wireless mouse. No batteries either, or recharging.

Wired, forever and always, amen!