Microsoft
Wireless Intellimouse Explorer w/Tilt Wheel
On a cheaper approach to a high-end
wireless mouse, you have the Wireless Intellimouse Explorer
with tilt wheel technology from Microsoft. Obviously not as
precise as the Logitech MX1000, this fourth generation mouse
would be a good recommendation to users that want wireless
capabilities for a lower price. Although Microsoft offers a
few different versions of the Wireless Intellimouse,
including a leather sporting version, the device on its
simplest form can be had for slightly more than $20 from
online vendors such as Newegg and ZipZoomFly.
Something I disliked about Microsoft’s
offering was the very limited wireless range. If I put the
mouse more than two feet away from the computer, it started
losing signal. That may be enough for most people under
normal usage conditions but we would definitely like to see
refined wireless capabilities in a fourth generation
product.
As someone that has tendonitis, I found
that the mouse is ergonomic enough for using several hours
before it gets uncomfortable. The mouse fit well in my
hand, and was easy to use and grasp. Arguably the best
feature and most noticeable, is the tilt wheel technology.
This new technology allows you to scroll through oversized
websites or excel sheets horizontally.
For a reliable and sturdy mouse that is
easy to install, cost effective, and will do all things
required of a regular mouse reliably, this is the perfect
choice.
Pros:
Ergonomic
Side-to-side scrolling
Tilt-wheel scrolling
Cost effective
Cons:
Movement can sometimes skip
Lacking wireless range
Final
Thoughts
Unfortunately, regardless of intended
use, mice are one of the most overlooked computer
peripherals. We just took a good look at a variety of mice,
including some of the best choices available in the market
today, and so we hope our impressions will help you in a
potential buying decision.
As you will come to expect, both Razer
mice and Logitech MX518 are great for gaming but I wouldn't
say they are my top choice for people that aren't heavy
video game players. For more of an everyday mouse, I would
recommend Microsoft’s Wireless Intellimouse Explorer or the
Logitech MX1000.
We saw the good - Razer Diamondback,
Logitech MX1000, the bad - Optical Mouse by S+ARCK, the
moderate - Microsoft Wireless Intellimouse Explorer and
Viper, and the stellar - Logitech MX518…
Best Mouse Overall: Logitech
MX 1000
Best Bang for the Buck:
Microsoft Wireless Intellimouse Explorer
Best Gaming Mouse: Logitech
MX518
Best Precision and
Responsiveness: Logitech MX 1000
If there is one thing for sure, it is
that we can hopefully expect to see great things from
Microsoft, Logitech, and Razer in the future. To give you a
good example, Logitech just
announced last week the development of a new series of
products catered to gamers only. Expect more related
articles from TechSpot in the not so distant future, so stay
tuned!
On a cheaper approach to a high-end
wireless mouse, you have the Wireless Intellimouse Explorer
with tilt wheel technology from Microsoft. Obviously not as
precise as the Logitech MX1000, this fourth generation mouse
would be a good recommendation to users that want wireless
capabilities for a lower price. Although Microsoft offers a
few different versions of the Wireless Intellimouse,
including a leather sporting version, the device on its
simplest form can be had for slightly more than $20 from
online vendors such as Newegg and ZipZoomFly.
