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Razer Copperhead Gaming Mouse [Review, bit-tech]
There are many parts of a computer that are crucial to the serious first-person fragger, but none more so than the mouse. The mouse is the essential binding interface between the gamer and virtual world, where the difference between life and death can be the twitch of a wrist. As many gamers out there will tell you, choosing the right mouse is as important as choosing the right shoes. If your shoes don't fit right, you'll end up with blisters and bad feet. The same could almost be said for the mouse you use for playing your favourite game - if it doesn't fit your needs, you'll be upset and your hands will feel awkward. As with shoes, we'd always recommend - try before you buy, where you can. Shape is an incredibly important part of a mouse. Sun, 30 Oct, 2005 | 9 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Logitech MX 610 Laser Cordless Mouse [Review, hardwarezoom]
The Logitech MX610 Laser Cordless Mouse is the first laser mouse we have reviewed, and
it impressed us for the surface compatibility. Virtually, you can use it on almost every
surface. The laser technology has a great improvement over the optical technology.
The MX610 is really good news for the gamers. The accuracy of the Laser technology is
promising. Together with the volume controls and Email/IM alert, it enhanced the accessibility
of being just a pointing device. The horizontal scroll and the Forward/Back buttons help a lot
on web browsing. Wed, 19 Oct, 2005 | 27 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Ergodex DX1 Input System [Review, PimpRig]
To place a key, first you peel off the protective cover off of the adhesive, then press it
down firmly on the DX1 pad. To remove the key, simply twist it off. The instructions say not to
pry, but I tried it anyway. I pried as hard as I dared, and the damn thing wouldn't budge. Gave
it a twist, and off it came. Thu, 13 Oct, 2005 | 2 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Logitech Desktop Laser Mice Line-up for Q4 2005 [Article, HardwareZone]
The Logitech MX518 has won several awards and fans around the world. Improving it further, Logitech has announced three new and unique mice to meet the different needs of gamers based on preference, features, functions and design. Meet the G5, G7 and MX610 laser mice in this overview. Tue, 04 Oct, 2005 | 10 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Logitech Cordless Desktop® MX™ 3000 Laser [Review, PimpRig]
Keyboards owned by me in the past have all been pretty standard in the way of what they
offered. I never really saw a need for all the media keys, or extras that the MX3000 provides.
That is till I tried it out. Now I am addicted, and even somewhat spoiled. I find myself
pressing the various buttons just because things are easier to get to, and use. Having the ease
of playing music, closing / opening a program or application with the touch of one key is one
of those things that once you have it, you can't go back. At least I can't. Thu, 22 Sep, 2005 | 12 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Optimus Organic LED Keyboard [Preview, legitreviews]
The Optimus is the first keyboard that we have run across that is made with
organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) on every key. Never heard of OLEDs? You
are going to hear the term more often as they are brighter and more colorful
than both LCD and Plasma screens. Read on to see what keyboards will become. Tue, 20 Sep, 2005 | 5 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Ergodex DX1 Input System [Review, Bjorn3d]
Q, W, E, R, T, Y. W, A, S, D. Ctrl, Alt, Delete. These familiar key-
combinations have emerged from years and years of use of the common keyboard.
Designed for efficient typing, the standard keyboard serves its purpose well.
What the keyboard lacks is the ability to choose where YOU want to put YOUR
keys to best suit YOUR hand size or key-placement needs. Alternate input
devices have been around almost as long as the keyboard, allowing for a more
customized setup, but none has been able to provide this like the Ergodex DX1
Input System. Allowing for custom key placement for up to 50 removable keys,
the DX1 has the ability to assign multiple key strokes to single keys and
allows for custom profiles for different applications. Fri, 16 Sep, 2005 | 7 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
The Ultimate Mouse Hunt [Roundup, TomsHardware]
The performance of an optical mouse is difficult to analyze because numerous parameters come into play, and the results are always a compromise. Improving one performance factor doesn't necessarily lead to a better overall result. It's a little like what happens with cars. Wider tires with thinner treads will improve handling, but comfort and road grip under difficult conditions suffer. For an optical mouse, end performance is the result of a long, complex process that includes analysis of the surface, calculation of coordinates and transmission to the computer. Mon, 12 Sep, 2005 | 10 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Apple Mighty Mouse [Review, HardwareZone]
Though the Mac OS supported multi-button operations, it wasn't officially possible till the Mighty Mouse debuted, breaking Apple's 21-year heritage of conforming to the single button mouse. Find out our take on Apple's new move. Sat, 10 Sep, 2005 | 6 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Ulti-Mat Teflon Coated Mousing Surface [Review, PimpRig]
In every arena of use the surface was simply the best feeling and reactive
surface I have ever used. The light texture on the surface provides just enough
tension so that the mouse doesn't feel like it is out of control, yet still
allows for effortless movement when you need it. Thu, 08 Sep, 2005 | 6 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Microsoft Remote Keyboard for Windows XP Media Center Edition [Review, htpcnews]
A few years ago Microsoft released it's Media Center operating system geared toward the extremely young HTPC Market. With early products such as myHTPC, SageTV and others on the market it seemed like this "trend" as some called it, was growing beyond anyone's belief. More and more HTPC oriented software, plug-ins, and peripherals were being announced and released. Everyone and their mother to this day though is still looking for the perfect accessories to go with their setup. Anything that would make the integration seem less PC like and more home theater oriented was always a welcome addition.
The product being reviewed today is one of those products. Microsoft's new Remote Keyboard for Windows XP Media Center Edition. Notice how it isn't labeled as a Keyboard first, but as a Remote. This is well justified too as this is exactly as it sounds, a Remote Keyboard. Tue, 30 Aug, 2005 | 10 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Razer Diamondback Plasma - Gaming Mouse [Review, TrustedReviews]
As any soldier will tell you, a reliable weapon is paramount to a successful campaign. The same is true in the world of virtual warfare, where every millisecond and pixel matters – a world where fast and accurate targeting can be the difference between life and death. I realised just how much difference a high resolution gaming mouse could make when I reviewed the Logitech MX518 a little while ago, and now I have what’s widely considered to be the Daddy of gaming mice sitting on my mat – the Razer Diamondback. Sat, 13 Aug, 2005 | 11 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Logitech G5/G7/G15 Preview [Preview, techgage]
Logitech has once again announced that they are releasing some killer gaming peripherals that you must check out. Ever since the MX1000, people have been wanting a Laser based gaming mouse, and here it is! They have also announced an amazing gaming keyboard equipped with an LCD. Read on to learn all about it.
We are taking a look today at the next Logitech gaming devices to be released. Logitech is the type of company that will release peripherals when you least expect it, and make you say "Wow, that's cool." Before we jump in on the new products, here is a quick company profile. Thu, 11 Aug, 2005 | 18 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Apple's Mighty Mouse: The Move to Multi-Button [Review, AnandTech]
One of the defining Mac vs. PC arguments has always been the mouse argument; more specifically, Macs had one-button mice, while PCs had two. More recently, PCs grew a few more buttons and wheels on their mice, all the while Apple refused to move beyond the one. There are many justifications thrown about for the use of a one-button mouse, just as there are many for the use of a multi-button mouse, but regardless of what they are, they have been here for a couple of decades now. Wed, 10 Aug, 2005 | 6 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Saitek PC Gaming Mouse [Review, TrustedReviews]
When it comes to gaming peripherals, Saitek is a name that’s right up there with the best of them. However, while it’s strongly associated with gamepads, joysticks and wheels, it’s not really known for its mice, leaving that area to the likes of Microsoft and Logitech. In fact, Saitek only has one current mouse on its roster at the moment and that’s this one, known quite informatively, as the Saitek PC Gaming Mouse.
The Saitek’s big selling point is that it offers increased resolution over standard mice - 1,600dpi rather than the conventional 800dpi. This is in keeping with the resolution on offer from the likes of Razor Diamondback and Logitech’s gaming mice. Sun, 07 Aug, 2005 | 14 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
First Look: Apple's (Mostly) Mighty Mouse [Review, PCWorld]
Pigs must be flying, because Apple has finally released a mouse with more than one button. Called the Mighty Mouse, the $49 USB device includes four buttons and a multidirectional Scroll Ball. It works with both Macs and PCs--though you lose some features when connected to the latter--and it's no more comfortable to use than older, one-button Apple mice.
The Mighty Mouse bears Apple's trademark minimalist look. The touch-sensitive left and right buttons reside unmarked under the white plastic, so it takes a few minutes to get used to pressing down on them. All that protrudes on the top of the mouse is the tiny white multidirectional Scroll Ball, which doubles as a third mouse button. Wed, 03 Aug, 2005 | 5 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Logitech MX3100 Cordless Desktop [Review, thetechlounge]
If you thought the optical mouse was as good as it could possibly get, then you would be wrong. What’s better than a small LED, you ask? A laser of course! (Kurtis’ Note: A friggin’ mouse with a friggin’ “laser” strapped to its head!) Enter Logitech with the MX1000 laser mouse. The laser mouse now has the longevity of the optical mouse and the increased sensitivity of a laser-based pointing device. Not stopping there, Logitech has chosen to pair the MX1000 laser mouse with the popular wireless LX700 keyboard to create what they call the MX3100 wireless desktop which I have here today. We will now see if the pair makes a happy couple or whether a divorce is in order, or something like that. Mon, 18 Jul, 2005 | 23 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Razer Diamondback Professional Gaming Mouse Review [Review, rojakpot]
Tired of getting fragged left and right? If you are questioning your fragging skills, maybe it's time to take a look at your mouse.
Today, we will take a look at the Razer Diamondback professional gaming mouse with its incredible 1600 DPI resolution and 16-bits data resolution! This could be the mouse that will make you the Fragmeister! Fri, 15 Jul, 2005 | 10 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Exclusive Review:: The Raptor-Gaming M2 [Review, Hexus]
Here we have the first
full review in English of this potentially revolutionary gaming
mouse. The adjustable weight is a truly inspired idea and opens the
M2 up to a wide market of discerning gamers. Buying a mouse that you
know is going to be comfortable an easily modified to your personal
tastes is a big selling point. Changing the weight of the mouse is a
doddle, so you can easily swap around weights to your heart’s
content. Sun, 10 Jul, 2005 | 13 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail
Razer eXactMat Mouse Pad Review [Review, mikhailtech]
The aluminum trim isn't purely aesthetic. It helps prevent scratches and the eventual deterioration of the mouse pad's border, something that's all too common these days. You'll also find 4 rubber feet on each corner of the eXactMat to prevent slipping. Because of the pad's shape, they don't interfere with tracking and don't look out of place either. Once you see it, you'll come to the same conclusion I did: that this is a very well thought-out product. Sat, 04 Jun, 2005 | 12 Click(s) | Related: Reviews or Talks | Detail