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    Cheap Wireless Laptop Mouse

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by hydralisks, Jul 22, 2008.

  1. hydralisks

    hydralisks Notebook Consultant

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    I'd like a cheap mouse for my laptop, preferably wireless but doesn't have to be if there are other much better options. I currently own a Logitech G5 which I love the feel of but I don't want to spend another $50 for a mouse that will most definitely get a heavy beating of at college. I also won't be playing many games with the mouse (just the occasional starcraft or cs1.6, casually) so I won't need such a high dpi like the G5. What are some of my options?

    Also, what is recommended for a laptop - optical or laser? I don't want a trackball.
     
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    dderolph Newbie

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    I have a Logitech V220 and like it. You can buy it from online sellers such as newegg.com or Best Buy, Staples, etc.

    You might also want to take a look at the V320 or V450.
     
    dderolph, Jul 22, 2008
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    cat mom Notebook Evangelist

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    Dook Notebook Virtuoso

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    dtwn C'thulhu fhtagn

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  6. hydralisks

    hydralisks Notebook Consultant

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    I see the Logitech MX620 for pretty cheap right now, but how is Buy.com with rebates? I've never purchased from them before - do they honor rebates well or is there some fine print/hassle when trying to get a rebate with them?
    Is the MX620 a good mouse?

    I'm looking for <$30 with shipping included.
     
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    That's a really good price for the MX620. Note that the rebate is handled by Logitech, not Buy.com. Logitech is pretty good with its rebates, it may take a while though.
     
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    Dook Notebook Virtuoso

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    Good call. I totally forgot about the vx nano. However, if he wants to pick one up locally, they usually run about $70 in bigbox stores.

     
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  9. hydralisks

    hydralisks Notebook Consultant

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    I ended up getting the MX620 for $20 - hopefully the rebate comes back :rolleyes:
     
    hydralisks, Jul 23, 2008
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    It will. It would be great if you could tell us how the MX620 is, I'm considering it as a replacement for my VX.
     
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  11. hydralisks

    hydralisks Notebook Consultant

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    Definitely. I got super saver shipping so it won't come till Monday - hopefully I won't accidentally forget by then - please send me a PM if I do.
     
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  12. stirfriedsushi

    stirfriedsushi Confuse a Cat LTD

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    if you are looking for a good laptop mouse look no further then mogo.

    http://www.newtonperipherals.com/index1.html

    They make express card slot mice which work very well and are the most portable solution for your laptop. if you want a non express card slot mouse then get the microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000. it works very well and is pretty small, but not too small.
     
    stirfriedsushi, Jul 23, 2008
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    They're not cheap though. Not exactly what the OP is looking for. However, the Mogos look very interesting. Are they comfortable for use? They look a little flat for extended use.
     
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  14. stirfriedsushi

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    they are comfy, and if you look hard enough anything is cheap.
     
    stirfriedsushi, Jul 23, 2008
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