This practical optical mouse features a tiny snap-in receiver that plugs into your notebook when you’re ready to work, and snaps into your mouse when you’re on the go. Extended battery life lets you work longer without interruption.
Features
Snap-In receiverA small receiver snaps into the bottom of the mouse when not in use.
Three times the battery life Work longer without interruption. New optical technology helps extend battery life to as much as three times that of competing products.
Optical technologyAn optical sensor tracks mouse movement, giving you greater durability, increased speed, improved accuracy, and more consistent performance.
Comfort for either hand The latest mouse design makes clicking and scrolling more comfortable and convenientno matter which hand you use.
1 Stopped working after 2 months
My mouse stoppped working after 2 months. Very poor deisgn for the USB attachment. It sticks outside the notebook and by mistake if you tilt the notebook it damages the reciever.
2 it works fine
It's small and a little uncomfortable in my big hand but it does what a mouse should do.
3 Was great for about a month...
Comfortable and small mouse worked well for about a month. The reception was great, no latency, the mouse is comfortable. However, to turn the mouse off you have to remove the transmitter from the computer and stick it into the base of the mouse. But after a month of removing and replacing the transmitter it got so wobbly and loose in the USB port that it kept losing the connection. Now lets see where did I put the duct tape?
4 This is a great great mouse!
I have small hands. So I have absolutely no problem with this mouse. It is compact, fast responsive, and may I say it's beautiful too. I have used it for two months, no need to change battery yet. Definitely 5/5!
5 Very Good Mouse, but...
there is one little drawback: the rubber on both sides where you rest your three fingers (provided your index and middle fingers are on the buttons)changes color to be kind of green-yellowish. Anyone else has the same experience? Except for this, I'm very happy with the mouse.
6 Traveler's dream-come-true!
What a GREAT wireless mouse! It took me longer to open the package than it did to start using it! Installs in a snap (at least for my Mac) and works wonderfully. Works great on my desk (a dark one). A great size! Big enough for everyday use but small enough to fit into my notebook case! The cordless reciever fits snugly into the bottom of the mouse for storage and also turns the mouse off to conserve battery life. I am VERY please with this little wonder!
7 Excellent product with only a minor drawback (being picky)
First off, I have to admit I am normally a Logitech guy. I've always had great luck with my Logitech products, so buying this instead was a bit of a departure for me. I am pleasantly surprised with what I got for this price range, and I'm glad I went to the store and held various notebook mouse products in my hand before buying. That was a definite deciding factor, since this was in direct competition with the Logitech in the same price range, and the Microsoft mouse was actually much more comfortable.
The mouse just arrived today, and getting started was this simple:
I opened the package, stuck the battery (included) in the mouse, and plugged the receiver into the USB port on my Dell Inspiron. XP said "New hardware detected", thought for a few seconds, and boom - my new wireless optical mouse was instantly working. No software, no hiccups, just instant operation.
PROS:
Shape and Size - the mouse is nice and small, but has an extremely comfortable shape for my hand. I have big hands so I was concerned about going with a mini. My concerns were immediately dispelled the minute I grabbed the mouse. Perfect. Although the Logitech in the same price range was also pretty comfortable, I hate to admit it but this one is much better. Very "form-fitting", and they did right by curving the sides in - makes controlling the "mini" size of it much more comfortable than all the others I held at the store.
Battery - it only requires 1 AA battery, and the hatch / insertion is perfect. Press a button, it pops open, slide the battery in, press once to snap the hatch back on. Sounds trivial, but some companies make the battery compartments absolutely cumbersome to deal with. No glitches here.
Buttons - the buttons have a very nice feel and "release", and the clicking sound is very light. The wheel can also be pressed down to serve as a 3rd button. Depending on your software, you can assign a custom task to the middle wheel-button.
Signal and Range - I'm finding it to be reliable from any reasonable distance and angle from the laptop. I'm not noticing any skips or sketchiness. It's smooth, and I have the mouse close to 2 feet from the laptop.
Receiver/Transmitter - the little USB "antenna" adapter easily just snaps into the bottom of the mouse for storage. Doing this also turns the mouse off to conserve battery power. No cumbersome on/off switches to deal with, just snap the adapter into the mouse and it's off.
Installation - what installation? Plug it in and it works like magic. Nice. However, in regard to any "special" features, see my "picky cons" section below.
Price - this is an excellent product for this price range (I Paid $29 new here on Amazon), and definitely better than some of the others in the same range or even higher.
CONS:
Software control - OK, this is going to be a long description for what is likely a trivial issue for most people, and it may be due to my specific situation (or maybe not). While it was really cool to just plug it in and have it work instantly, and for most people the default settings/action of it is just fine right away, I'm really picky about pointer speed / sensitivity / button customization.
Well, I was a bit baffled that there was no software CD to install customization features, and there was no specific software to make certain adjustments. Some of the features of my built-in touch-pad did indeed affect it, but not all of them. I wanted to change the default pointer speed and I wanted to assign a custom action to the wheel-button. The only thing I could find in the small piece of documentation was the web address of Microsofts hardware web page.
So, I went there and downloaded Intellipoint software for this mouse. At first I was excited because the software installed quickly and was easy to go in and configure, but then I discovered that it disabled several of the cool features of the touch-pad built into the laptop (such as slide scrolling and page switching). I then decided to just un-install the Intellipoint, and go back to defaults, which ended up involving going into the XP control panel and actually removing the mouse itself.
Upon rebooting I was pleased to see that my touch-pad software and features were back, but I did need to re-enter all my custom settings. Another nice surprise was that the touch-pad control window now included some tabs for the Microsoft mouse settings, so I was able to customize a couple of the features separately then.
At this point right now, everything is basically fine and I have customization control over both my touch-pad and the mouse, but it was a cumbersome process and not really intuitive.
However, it really wasn't too bad and only took a few minutes to figure all that out, and I am definitely satisfied overall. The custom software issue is the only reason I'm giving this 4 stars instead of 5.
One minor picky thing - This is a really minor thing and did not affect my rating much - the wheel has ridges on it, so those of us who are used to the smooth semi-silent feel of our Logitechs may need some time to get used to that. I found it only *slightly* louder than the scroll of my Logitech though, not annoying to me at all. To me it is not nearly as bad as one or two of the other reviews made it sound, and the wheel on mine is definitely NOT "loose" or "shifty".
BOTTOM LINE:
I would *definitely* recommend this mouse to anyone who wants a really nice "mini" wireless mouse solution for their notebook PC. It's much nicer than I expected for the price range, and I can't see any reason to spend any more. And believe me, I am super-picky about mouse control/comfort. It's responsive, comfortable, and very well designed overall.
8 The scroll button sucks!
I bought this today. Overall feeling is better than the Logitech wireless notebook mouse, which I bought and returned.
Pros:
1. Snap in RF receiver, easy to carry
2. Feeling is pretty good for this size
3. Left and right button clicks siliently
4. Only one AA battery, lighter than Logitech's one
Cons:
1. The scroll button is worse than Logitech's. It is loose, you can move it from left to right or right to left. Scroll down is fine, scroll up makes a lot of noise. Should not be my individual experience, I actually replaced one and it is the same.
2. The driver cannot be installed if you have Logitech's mouseware installed already. I prefer using Logitech's mouse when my notebook is docked, but as said earlier, I had bad experience with Logitech's notebook mouse.
9 Excellent mouse!
I've owned this mouse for over 2 months, and I love it! It works on all but the blackest of surfaces. I love the way it stores: the connector just snaps into the bottom of the mouse and turns it off at the same time. This is a great little invention...
10 The best notebook mouse I've ever had.
This is absolutely the best notebook mouse you can find at such a low price. I bought this one with a rebate and I got the rebate check in less than a month! Of course I will still buy it even without the rebate. The only thing this thing need to be improved is there should be a switch to turn the mouse off other than the one comes with it.
11 Wonderful
I tried a number of corded and cordless mice for my notebook, and I settled on this one. It works. Plain and simple. The design is elegant (particularly the feature for storing the receiver at the bottom of the mouse). The mouse performs extremely well, even on some relatively difficult surfaces.
12 Perhaps the Ideal Laptop Mouse!
I've had this mouse for a couple of weeks and am very satisfied with it. There was no software installation. I simply plugged the wireless receiver into an available USB port, put a "AA" size battery in the mouse, and turned on the computer. The mouse started working just as Windows XP finished loading.
It may be a little small for really large hands, but it fits my hand (medium-size male) perfectly with my palm resting on a mouse pad for comfort. In fact, it feels better than most I've had in the past (desktop or laptop). And the mouse fits into a side packet of a laptop case very nicely. As others have pointed out, the USB receiver fits into the bottom of the mouse when traveling.
The buttons are shapped well, as are the rubber side grips. The two large buttons feel solid, but the center scroll button is a little noisy and doesn't feel as well made. But, that center button works as well as the other two.
Since I've only had it a couple of weeks, I don't know how long the "AA" battery will last yet. However, I'm using my laptop mainly as a desktop, used many hours each day, and the original battery is still going strong. To insert the battery, press the silver button directly below the "Microsoft" logo and the top pops off (the release button is designed to look decorative). At that point, one will immediately see the battery holder.
The wireless feature works flawlessly. In fact, if one had really good eyes, one could operate the computer from the other side of a room. Yes, I've actually tried that, with the mouse moving the cursor around the screen with no problems.
I just read one of the other reviews where a lag was mentioned. I've seen nothing of this. In fact, after reading that review, I sat here moving the mouse slowly, quickly, tiny movements, short movements, long movements, and so on, with no noticeable lag. The cursor moves exactly as the mouse moves.
All in all, I think anyone would be satisfied with this mouse.
Note: I wrote the above in February and have continued to use the mouse since. It is still performing well. And that original battery mentioned above lasted through about three months of extensive daily use.
13 Excellent portable mouse
Excellent mouse for occasional mousing on your laptop. Mac and PC compatible. Is a little small, so after a few hours you wrist may begin to hurt. The only problem I have is that the "dongle" reciever doesn't always fit into the bottom securly, and may not switch off the mouse. Also, no mouse cover like the logitech.
Overall I recommend.
14 An awesome little mouse
The trackpad on my parents' laptop began to exhibit sensitivity issues, so they picked up one of these little mice. I've had battery-life issues with other wireless mice, and I didn't think that a mouse so small would be comfortable enough for extended use.
Thankfully, Microsoft addressed my concerns. First, the wireless receiver snaps neatly into the base of the mouse when not in use, shutting off the sensor (and making for a neat portable package). Not quite a proper on/off switch, but an ingenious idea nevertheless. My full-size IntelliMouse Optical is still a better fit, but given the size, I can't complain. It felt fine in my medium-sized hand. I suppose it would be a little awkward if you have larger hands, but not totally unusable. And of course you get all the benefits of optical technology. The sensor is a little off-center, but this doesn't seem to affect accuracy at all.
Anyway, I picked one up for myself. If you're a laptop user in need of a pointing device less awkward or problematic than the built-in track pad or "eraser head" pointer, you should too.
15 The best mouse I have ever used.
I work 10 hours a day on-line, and I'm very demanding when it comes to my gear.
This is the most comfortable mouse I have ever used.
A great feature about it is the fact that it has great reception. Other small wireless mice that I have used tend to have bad reception if the RF connector is far away, not this one. The connection is as good as a wired mouse. It does not interfere with my wireless router, Bluetooth connection or wireless phone connection.
Another bonus is the fact that it uses only 1 battery. 1 battery lasted me 3 months.
A very smart buy if you ask me.
16 Best mouse I have
This is the best mouse I've ever owned. I have the larger full size wireless explorer at home and its way too "heavy" feeling. This one feels great for being smaller than the usual mouse. Very compact but very useful. I'd give up my laptop before I'd give up my laptop mouse.
17 Excellent Wireless Laptop Mouse
My mouse came in the mail today. Take that into account when you read this, as I cannot attest to it's long term performance. That said, I have been pleasantly suprised so far with the product. After reading multiple positive reviews, I thought it would be good, and I can truly say it is. Installation was simple (plug and play). I don't know why I suffered for so long with my built in Synaptics Touchpad. The size is small, but I like it. A good comparisson would be the original XBox controller versus the newer/smaller type S. Bigger is not necessarily more ergonomic. I also can't believe that I waited so long for an optical mouse. Movement is smooth, very smooth. I highly recommend this mouse.
18 Great portable mouse!
I'm a computer junkie, i have to admit that I fall for every gadget and gimmick that comes along when it comes to computer hardware. This was no exception. I recently picked up a new laptop and thought i'd compliment it with a new mouse. Whilst shopping, I noticed this little fellow on sale and thought what a great idea... the usb transmitter snaps in to the bottom of the mouse (also shuts it off so its not burning up the battery). Unfortunately the store that I spotted it at had sold out! I asked the clerk and he said the things were flyin off the shelves. Figured it must be worth a look so I went a few doors down to a competitor and found one.
Great thing about buying hardware from the evil empire (Microsoft), is that it pretty much all works without downloading new drivers. Plugged the USB transmitter in, snapped the included single AA battery in the mouse (its located under the top cover btw if you dont like reading instructions like me), and it fired to life. Nice smooth tracking, worked on all surfaces i tested except for the actual screen of my laptop.. hehe
All I cared about was to have an ultra-portable mouse that was wireless and worked well. I got the great bonus of, good price, easy to install, great function, perfect compatability. If it had two tumb buttons for fwd/back on web browsing, i'd write microsoft a thank you letter.
19 10 STARS!!!
This is a great little mouse that is design specifically for travelers and laptop owners!!! I travel with my laptop at least once a week and this is a must have. It only needs 1 AA batt and much lighter and comfortable than Logitech mice. In fact, I had previously bought a Logitech notebook mouse(the one that had touch sensitive wheel for $70), but was very disappointed with the comfort and battery life. I made an exchange with the Microsoft notebook mouse because it was ergonomically designed and was much more attractive with longer battery life. Both of my kids have laptops and i bought one for each :) they love it!
20 Truly Awesome Mouse
I travel with my job and use a laptop all the time. I received this mouse for a present, and I have to say it is a truly awesome mouse for several reasons. 1) Ease of installing - all you have to do is plug the adapter in a USB port and you are good to go, with NO downloading or anything. 2) The adapter fits in the bottom of the mouse when you are finished for easy packing. 3) The mouse is a perfect size for my hand and fits nicely in a pocket in my laptop bag. As I said, I travel with my job and have used many different kinds of mouses (mice?), and this is the best one I have ever used. I am very satisfied with mine.
21 Great design and features, simple set-up
A mouse is such a basic computing tool it is easy to assume all such devices are pretty much the same. In other words, how much functionality is there in the first place to improve on? In the case of the BX3-0000x, apparently a lot.
First and foremost, there's the wireless feature, which follows the standard rule of less (wires) is more (ease of use). Then there is the smaller size, which increases mobility and storage value. Smaller isn't always better, of course. I have a micro MS mouse that I have used for close to a year, but it borders on being too small for my tastes. However, the size of the BX3-0000x is perfect as far as I'm concerned.
In judging most computing devices, the bottom line for me is usually how easy it is to set up and start using. No worries here. The "getting started" brochure is actually a waste of time and material, because with my Dell notebook and XP operating system, I simply plugged it in and never gave it a second thought.
What really sets this product apart is its strikingly simple and intuitive design. It starts with the wireless aspect (I will never use a wired tracking device again if I have any choice in the matter), the USB receiver that snaps into the bottom of the mouse when not in use (no more frantic groping around the bottom of my laptop case), and the power-saving feature that automatically turns off the battery when the receiver is attached.
At less than $30 with rebate on Amazon, this adds up to a great value purchase, too. The only problem is that both my daughters and my wife each want one now.
22 Great Little Mouse
I just got this little mouse for my laptop, because it's compact and wireless. The mouse runs on a single AA battery, and should last for a while. I run my mouse in a Linux envoirment, and everything works right out of the box.
My only complaint is the RF mouse does lag - compared to my Logitech dual optical. But compared to other wireless mice, it's very responsive. Though don't expect to do a lot of photo editing or gaming.
23 I like it. No big qualms with this product.
I've owned it for about a week and it has worked right out of the box on my Windows XP Dell 700m without any driver installation. It works perfectly with the receiver within a few feet and line-of-sight, but of course with some interference, the signal becomes intermittent. I cannot comment of battery life, but it shouldn't be a problem with some 2200maH NiMH batteries. (btw, it comes with a single Energizer AA). I like the fact that the scroll wheel now clicks like the Logitech mice. I believe the older Microsoft mice just had a smooth wheel. I would like to have a couple additional buttons by the thumb for going back and forward in browsers, but I knew that going in on the purchase so I cannot complain too much. The mouse is small and comfortable, but I'd like it to be a little more thin so I can stow it awhile easier. Also, it would have been nice with a carrying bag. But, at the end of the day, I think it is a great product.
24 Looks and feels great but ...
I owned this mouse for 1 week and ended up taking it back because I could never get it to stay connected. I believe the USB connector was faulty since I tried it on several computers with the same result. Since the other reviews look positive, I can only assume I got a "lemon", but I'll stick with my Logitech I bought as a replacement - almost as cool and worked great on the 1st try.
On the plus side, the handheld portion of this mouse felt comfortable and I really liked how the USB connector stored in the underside of the mouse - great for portability when traveling. Too bad I couldn't get it to work consistently.
25 Great mouse with a few flaws *Edited - No flaws to speak of!
I've tried three or four wireless mice and have never found one that I like at all - they've either been floaty and unresponsive, or included ridiculously bulky wireless base stations that completely defeat the purpose of having a wireless mouse at all.
This little Microsoft mouse solves these problems very well - it has razor-precise responses and communicates with the computer through a relatively small USB stub. The mouse itself is small, but not by any means uncomfortable. The USB stub snaps into the back of the mouse when it's not in use, which is a great idea and makes it truly portable (about the size of a small digital camera).
The only problem is that the mouse doesn't have an on/off button on it, which makes me worry about battery life. The mouse does switch off whe the stub is snapped in (it has a tiny pressure switch like you'd find on a telephone), but there's no way to turn it off when you leave your desk is you don't unplug the USB connector. Maybe this doesn't actually effect the battery life very much (I've only had it for a few days), but I would have appreciated a manual on/off (and, as another reviewer already said, a carrying case).
All in all, though, this is a great wireless mouse for portable or stationary applications. Microsoft may have its problems as a corporation, but nearly every Microsoft mouse I've purchased has been great, like this one.
EDIT, March 2005 - I complained about the lack of an on/off switch, but this mouse has lasted for MONTHS on the initial battery. It seems to go to sleep when you're not using it, so there's no need to worry about switching it off to conserve battery. Truly an excellent mouse, I would give it five stars had I known this initially.
26 Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse - Slate (BX3-00008
Microsoft or who ever makes this for MS has done it again! This is a geat little mouse. It fits in my laptop case, it plugs into my USB port,and it works fine! It is very compact,the USB antenna stores under the bottom of the mouse. Very quick to set up and use. I really am not able to use the touch pad very accurately. I waste too much time trying to get the cursor where I want it, so having the wireless mouse is great. Feels very sturdy and the size is very workable. I give it 5 thumbs up!
27 Wow
This mouse is just great. The reviewer before me pretty much covered all the major points. It has a much nicer feel to it than I thought it would. The material on the sides is great for grip, and overall it's just a reliable piece of equipment. I'd recommend it for anyone who either travels often or is short on desk space.
28 Must have gadget for for frequent travellers...
My second wireless optical moue after Logitech 931152-0403 Cordless Optical Mouse. Much better than the Logitech mouse as it lighter and "soft"buttons.
Highly recommended for laptops. Even though it has a "connect" button, never had to use it. Just plug and play installation. No need to download/install drivers. Used it with Win 2000 and Win XP.
Pros ::
* Solid responsive mouse
* Soft buttons
* Cordless so no tangled wires around you
* Optical so can be used on ( just about ) any surface
* Small USB receiver
* * Used it, without any issues, with my wireless internet connection
* Easy to replace batteries
* Single AA battery
Cons ::
* Might be small for a person with large hands &/or long fingers
* NO carrying case. Even though the adapter fits *in* the mouse. It could help to have a carrying case as well.
* Not aware of any way to program the "buttons" ( for "left handed" persons )
