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    Gaming Mouse

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by andy2434, Feb 25, 2005.

  1. andy2434

    andy2434 Notebook Consultant

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    Curious as to what other folks are using for a gaming mouse. I am currently using either a Bluetake BT500 bluetooth mouse or a Logitech Cordless Optical mouse. I figure there are better mice out there for games like Halo, FarCry, HL and HL2. Any suggestions?

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    Roadrabbit Notebook Enthusiast

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    Generally, cordless mice are not the best for gaming, 'cause of the lag. A better choice would be a USB optical mouse with a shape thats comfortable in your hand (theres nothin' worse than a gaming session with a mouse that has a weird shape). Or you could go for those pro-gaming mice like the Logitech mx510 and mx1000 or the Razer Diamondback series for ultra precision.

    I think it all comes down to what the individual user feels comfortable with. I've used my Intellimouse optical for years and I'm fine with it...
     
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    andy2434 Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for the tips. I went out and got both the Logitech MX510 and MX1000. LOL . . . Don't know which one to return. Worst case, I'll keep both. I am partial to cordless and the MX1000 fits very comfortably in my hand.

    Dell Inspiron 8600:
    * 1.6 Ghz Pentium M * 1024 MB DDR SDRAM * 100 Gb Seagate Momentus 5400 Rpm HD * 15.4" WSXGA+ * Internal Bluetooth * Intel Pro/Wireless 2200 * 4x CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) * ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro Turbo 128 MB * Win XP Pro SP2 *

    * Apple 17" PowerBook G4 * 14" Toshiba Tecra 8000 * Apple 14" iBook G4 *
     
    andy2434, Feb 26, 2005
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