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Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical

 

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  • User Score (1225)
    9.2 9.2 from 1225 reviewers
  • Expert Score (3)
    6.6 6.6 from 3 reviewers
  • Value for money (40)
    6.2 6.2 from 40 reviewers
  • Features (21)
    6.7 6.7 from 21 reviewers
  • Ease of use (19)
    7.2 7.2 from 19 reviewers
  • Durability (9)
    7.0 7.0 from 9 reviewers
  • Reliability (4)
    7.8 7.8 from 4 reviewers
  • Overall quality (16)
    7.1 7.1 from 16 reviewers
  • Looks (9)
    5.6 5.6 from 9 reviewers
  • Accuracy (4)
    7.8 7.8 from 4 reviewers
  • Installation (5)
    7.5 7.5 from 5 reviewers
  • Speed performance (4)
    7.5 7.5 from 4 reviewers
  • Usability (9)
    6.6 6.6 from 9 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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Users:
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. PCStats

    PCStats
    8.0/10
    30 April 2011

    Microsoft comes into the picture with a very interesting mouse that works with out the ball. Ball-less mouse tech. What could be better? Read more

  2. PC Pro

    PC Pro
    6.7/10
    20 July 2007

    Fancy looking like a call-centre worker in the comfort of your own living room? The LifeChat ZX-6000 is designed for VoIP and voice-recognition software, and comes with an Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver to allow it to communicate with your PC. It works over a direct wireless connection rather than Bluetooth, although it's frustrating that you'll lose a USB port. Read more

  3. GameClubCentral

    GameClubCentral
    22 December 2006

    The Bottom Line: This is the basic optical mouse that Microsoft makes but just because it is on the bottom does not mean that this mouse stinks. On the contrary, this mouse proved that it is a very good value for the price. It performed very well in both a Gaming environment, and in typical Operating System button clicking. After testing this mouse out, I am definitely going to keep it and might even purchase a second one for my other computer. Read more

  4. Dan's Data

    Dan's Data
    11 October 2006

    I'm going to stick with my Explorer, but if someone made me use the Optical, I wouldn't complain. It's a fine product.Australian and New Zealand shoppers can get the latest cheap keyboards and mouses from my most excellent sponsors Aus PC Market. Read more

  5. Extreme Overclocking

    Extreme Overclocking
    4 January 2001

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  • User Reviews

  1. Fabulous mouse!

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: WhyCantItBeWirelessToo?, Amazon
    9 January 2012

    I bought one of these mice 10 years ago to replace a clunky, heavy wireless mouse that came with my computer. I've used the mouse pretty much daily for 10 years and it's still growing strong. When I bought a second computer, one of my first priorities was to buy another one of these mice. I have the buttons programmed for various tasks for different programs and I rely heavily on the buttons. I hate using computers with standard mice now. Read more

  2. I own 3 of these

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: AaronB, Newegg
    22 July 2011

    I bought my first one at least 8 years ago, My mother's mouse broke and i gave her mine about 4 years ago and it's still being used. I bought a new one and it has been well used (the paint is gone on the side buttons and the top buttons are smooth). I bought another one for my laptop about 2 years ago, i just shove it in my backpack and it has taken alot of abuse, still working. Read more

    • The side buttons are great for forward and back while browsing the net. For gaming i program the buttons for different things like lean left or lean right playing a FP...
    • None at all !!

  3. best mouse [$] can buy

    pcRUSH.com
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: Avi Spechler, pcRUSH.com
    13 October 2008

    Comments about Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer Platinum Mouse: [...] Read more

    • Accurate Tracking, Comfortable Design, Fast Response, Made of pure platnium
    • Limited Surface Compatibility, Platnium feels cold

  4. Microsoft D58-00041 IntelliMouse(r) Optical USB and PS/2 Compatible

    Overclock
    10/10
    Reviewer: SANNIN3Xjima, Overclock
    24 April 2006

    I have bought two of these mouses. The first one I bought was about 5-6 years ago, and I am still using the same one now, though not as white as the new one, but it works healthy just like the new one. I bought a new one because I fell in love with this awesome and simple optical mouse. I use it for gaming, web-surfing (I surf a lot so I go back and forward a lot.), so the back and forward button on the left and the right of the mouse is very convenient. Read more

    • This is what you call a well-worth product. First of all it is very cheap and you can use it for anything comfortably.
    • NONE WHAT SO EVER?! (This is not really a con, but since I am very clumsy, and my mouse is directly next to the keyboard, the left silver function button thing always ...

  5. Microsoft Intellimouse Optical

    Consumer Democracy
    10/10
    Reviewer: Consumer Democracy
    21 December 2006

    I just love this mouse. My old mouse was jerky at times (because it would often get dirty in and around the ball underneath. I have had this mouse for a little better than 3 months now and it is still as smooth as the day I got it! Read more

    • The overall smoothness of this mouse
    • a little pricey

  6. Cool Mouse

    10/10
    Reviewer: Surj1, Ciao
    29 February 2008

    The Microsoft Intelli mouse Optical 1.1 is a versatile tool for your PC . The mouse is by Microsoft so you know you have something which will work well on any surface and can easily navigate around your documents and websites. The mouse is optical which basically means it has no ball underneath and uses laser technology. This enables you to navigate easily and makes the cursor on screen accurate. Read more

    • 5 Customisable Buttons, Scroll Wheel & Comfortable Design
    • None

  7. Fit for lefties and righties

    epinions.com
    10/10
    Reviewer: YeLLoW_MeAni, epinions.com
    25 April 2006

    Although I hate Microsoft and Bill Gates, I'm pretty sure Bill Gates hadn't any contributions to the Read more

    • Many buttons, no more mouse getting stuck
    • Maybe not the most comfortable grasp but nowhere near irritating

  8. SysOpt.com

    SysOpt.com
    10/10
    Reviewer: gfunkmartin, SysOpt.com
    24 April 2006

    I love it! It's precise, easy to use, and has those 2 nifty side buttons. It also works perfectly with my OSes, including RH Linux 7.2! I didn't even have to load drivers. Read more

  9. An extrodinary mouse.

    Dooyoo
    9.7/10
    Reviewer: bogidawn, Dooyoo
    16 August 2006

    This mouse is a very good mouse from Microsoft that serves it's perpose very well. Read more

    • Fast, durabble, easy to use, good precision, advanced software.
    • None

  10. AMAZING

    CompSource
    10/10
    Reviewer: Steve Stevenson, CompSource
    15 August 2008

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    • Accurate Tracking, Comfortable Design, Glides Smoothly
    • Catches Easily

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Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical is one of Microsoft’s best-selling optical mice, featuring a versatile ambidextrous design and supercharged with Microsoft’s new proprietary IntelliEye optical technology - the most powerful in the world. IntelliMouse Optical features silver detailing, Microsoft’s signature glowing red underside and taillight, and ergonomic enhancements to provide comfort for left- and right-handed users. Microsoft’s IntelliEye optical technology marks a…

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