Mouse Reviews
Cougar 700M Mouse Review
by Priya Modi - November 16, 2015
Review
If you are a serious gamer, then it’s time to take your experience to the next level. When most of your time is spent on the PC, then getting the right mouse is vital. Click your PC by using the Cougar 700M gaming mouse.
Just directly plug the mouse into the USB port and click away. All of the buttons are responsive and fast which is the subtle difference of winning or losing the game. The mouse is built to be lightweight, but you can make it light or heavy based on your needs. The overall grip of the mouse can be better depending on your usage. Since there is not enough overhang at the top of the mouse, the thumb can slide into the thumb buttons above. However, it is less of an issue when using your palms.
The nice part is the adjustable heel which can be opted out for a smaller one to suit smaller hands. The scroll wheel has a brass edge that is rather too smooth, which may result in a less accurate scroll.
What about those buttons? Now you can customize them to do what you want them to. You will want to store the mouse is profile so you don’t need to set them up again every time you’re using a different machine. Of course, this cannot be done without the help of Cougar’s software. The tool is used to configure the 8 buttons, LEDs on the back of the mouse, and sensitivity of movement (DPI).
Due to 700Mís design, it may take a little effort to get used to, but it performs well. It is certainly worth a try if you are ready for some great looking mouse full of programming capabilities.
Highlights
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Aluminum framing structure
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OMRON switches can handle 5 million clicks guaranteed
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Golden-plated USB Connector and Braided Cable
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8200 DPI Lazer Precision Sensor
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512KB onboard memory
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High/low adjustment palm rest
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Interchangeable palm rest
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8 programmable keys
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Fire button
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45-degree sniper button
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Cougar Fusion allows all Cougar peripherals to interact together
Pros
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Excellent performance
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All buttons are fast and responsive
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Easy to operate
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Customizable software
Score
9.5
Cons
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Not a solid grip
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The scroll is too smooth
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Not as many adjustments as competitors
Score
8.0
Highlights
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Darkfield Laser Tracking
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Hyper-Fast scrolling
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Four thumb buttons
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Flexible recharging system
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Logitech® Unifying receiver
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Sculpted, right-hand shape
Pros
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Use the mouse in almost any surface
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No downtime while recharging
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Variety of useful, customizable buttons
Cons
9.0
Score
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Unifying feature only a benefit if you have other Unifying products
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Short range, not as comfortable as previous models
Logitech Wireless Performance Mouse MX
Review
by David Priede - Januaty 8, 2015
Today, you use your mouse in more places than ever before, and Logitech takes that into consideration. Mouse on almost any surface with advanced optics and tracking capabilities.
Laser tracking is known for precision. This accuracy is achieved by angling the laser light to capture specular reflection, which illuminates greater surface contrasts. Stronger light source and more efficient sensor placement typically make laser mice superior to standard optical mice, especially for the variety of surfaces on which it tracks.
Logitech borrowed a page from laser optics technology when creating their advanced LED optics. By angling the LED and repositioning the sensor, Advanced Optical Tracking processes more surface contrast and responds like a laser mouse.
Both optical and traditional laser mice use irregularities on the surface to track the direction and speed of the mouse movements. For this reason, traditional mice do not perform well on shiny surfaces. This is where Darkfield Laser Tracking comes in. Darkfield uses the smallest possible detail to create a micro-road map of the surface so you get better precision on more surfaces, even glass.
With Hyper-fast scrolling and four programmable thumb buttons you’ll get more done—more quickly—than ever before. The advantage of Unifying: It’s convenient, clutter free, advance 2.4 GHz wireless technology. For easy mobility and exceptional experience, keep a mouse-and-keyboard at work, at home and in your computer bag. They are always ready to use from only one USB port.
Highlights
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Bluetooth connectivity
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Unique, intuitive and comfortable design
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Designed to prevent RSI
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3 buttons and scroll wheel
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Energy saving mode starts after 10 min, press a button to start.
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For both left- and right-handed users
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Laser sensor
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Operates on almost any surface without any pad or tablet
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Dpi 800 – 1200
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Charges via USB
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No installation driver needed for all popular OS's
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Battery charge last 1 month
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2 years warranty
Pros
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Handling may not be natural
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Some accidental clicks with the large right-click button
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Not a full replacement for a digitital tablet and stylus
Cons
8.5
Score
Penclic Mouse B3 Bluetooth
Review
by Lorry Adams - February 21, 2015
If you’re wanting of a different and ergonomically-improved mouse, the Penclic B3 mouse is like a like a pen, with the benefits of increased comfort and reduced strain. Penclic has engineered a great combination of mouse and pen. They’ve definitely worth looking into.
Penclic B2 utilizes Bluetooth technology. Having Bluetooth technology available in a mouse allows for a fast, safe connection to your device, as well as not requiring a USB port. Penclic Mouse B2 changes a little bit from our other mouses by being available in white, instead of the black associated with Penclic R2 and D2. But don't worry. Penclic B2 still maintains its smooth and stylish looks.
The B3 is Penclics latest response to a growing line-up of ergonomic products. With products that are constantly evolving in the computer accessory space, Penclic answered the needs of consumers by creating a mouse ideal for left- and right-handed users. The new symmetrical design brings the Penclic experience to a universal audience and mirrors the functionality and design of its award winning predecessor, the Bluetooth Mouse B2.
Adding features that make the new generation compatible with left- and right-handed users, the D3, R3 and B3 have the scroll wheel located in the middle of the pen's shaft. The scroll wheel also doubles as the middle click button, which not only eases the transition period when adjusting to this uniquely-designed, laser-focused alternative but also makes the mouse easier to operate for ambidextrous users.
Penclic's innovative pen grip mice create a relaxed and natural working position and counteracts health problems like Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), obtained from using a traditional computer mouse.
Mac & PC compatible. the supported platforms for Penclic mouse are all operating systems that support HID 1.1. These include Windows XP and later, Mac OSX version 10.1 or later and most Linux/BSD flavors. No extra software/driver installation is needed. It charges via USB with AAA 1.2V NiMH Recharging battery (Everyday use lasts approximately 1 month before charging is needed). The wireless reach is up to 15 feet.
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