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Title: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Hypersphere on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:25:24: Those contemplating buying the new 2016 Zowie mice: the company has issued a recall notice:

http://zowie.benq.com/news/8/zowie-mice-recall-announcement

This affects all of their product lines. It appears there were problems with the Omron switches, and apparently they are reverting to Huano switches.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Connly33 on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:27:39: Iv e been wanting to get a Zowie mouse, ill deffinitly wait untill they get the switches figured out.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Hypersphere on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:33:38: Yes, I also. I wanted to try out the new EC1-A. However, given the delays and uncertainties with Zowie mice, I am going to scratch them off my list and make my selection from among the Razer Deathadder, Mionix Naos 7000, or Mionix Castor.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Bromono on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:37:50: Quote from: Hypersphere on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:33:38
Yes, I also. I wanted to try out the new EC1-A. However, given the delays and uncertainties with Zowie mice, I am going to scratch them off my list and make my selection from among the Razer Deathadder, Mionix Naos 7000, or Mionix Castor.

As much as people diss Razer. I like the deathadder.

Just a tidbit though, their stupid bloatware patch crap that's on it, is annoying as hell.

I am thinking about going to a roller ball.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: 3K on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:38:57: Well this is suprising. Never experienced a single problem with my FK1.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: BLaZe on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:41:11: I was also wondering about replacing my deathadder with a zowie since I have the double click problem on the left click. But seeing this makes me want to wait a little more before getting a new mouse :(
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Connly33 on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:41:45: I do like most razer mice, not a big fan of the software though, if i dont go with zowie when i get a new mouse im probably going to look into a heavier weight mouse, maybe something i can palm grip. Maybe a logitech G400, a roccat , or another corsair mouse, though id get an older model. I've really liked my M95
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Connly33 on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:43:59: well nevermind on that G400 idea, the price on those is like $120 USD now, id go with one of there newer mice.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: BLaZe on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:48:57: I'm still hesitating between the zowie FK and the new ducky mouse, damn :( Btw I don't really like logitech mouse, not a big fan of the design, I prefer mice that looks like deathadder/Fk, and also I don't need 99 buttons on a mouse
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: dgneo on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:49:13: Still loving my FK1, been using it daily for the past couple of years with no issues.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Coreda on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:52:46: Just as I was considering one for their Omron switches, too. And they're reverting? :( The switches are too fatiguing as they are.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Waateva on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:59:33: Quote from: Connly33 on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:43:59
well nevermind on that G400 idea, the price on those is like $120 USD now, id go with one of there newer mice.

I've got a G400 I'll sell you for the low low price of only $100! What a deal!
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Chasseur on Thu, 21 January 2016, 13:23:48: I have a 2015 Zowie ZA11 with Huano switches and I really enjoy it. It's nice to have a mouse with a stiffer click than what Omron offers, especially since I don't do any activity that requires constant clicking. As an added bonus, you could grab Zowie 2015 mice without BenQ branding at a decent discount because they're EOL (for Canadian users: http://www.canadacomputers.com/search_result.php?checkVal0=1&checkVal1=1&checkVal2=0&subcat220=21&checkVal3=1&pagePos=0&keywords=&manu=0&search=1&ccid=279&cPath=21_279 (http://www.canadacomputers.com/search_result.php?checkVal0=1&checkVal1=1&checkVal2=0&subcat220=21&checkVal3=1&pagePos=0&keywords=&manu=0&search=1&ccid=279&cPath=21_279))
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Solo on Thu, 21 January 2016, 13:34:19: I found the ZA series with Huanos to be so stiff that I lost my **** when I discovered they were refreshing their lineup with Omrons. It's unfortunate that they're having such a huge problem.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: xondat on Thu, 21 January 2016, 13:46:08: Funny that, my Zowie FK1 (bought in 2014) middle mouse button is starting to randomly double/triple+ click when I press it once.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: appleonama on Thu, 21 January 2016, 13:55:14: Quote from: xondat on Thu, 21 January 2016, 13:46:08
Funny that, my Zowie FK1 (bought in 2014) middle mouse button is starting to randomly double/triple+ click when I press it once.

zowei cs sucks

I have a fk1 from release and it started double/tripple clicking 3 months ago. Zowie told me to call the original vendor for a replacement but they denied a replacement as it was almost a year old. Then zowie wanted me to send it to them for repair. They claimed I damaged the mouse and were unable to fix it. I got it back and decided to fix it myself. They didn't even open the dam mouse as there was debris inside the mouse that would've fallen out if zowie opened the mouse. The contact inside the switch was slightly bent(too much use?) causing it to register more than once. I just straightened the thing and now works fine only with a slightly lighter click. It's a shame this happened I really like the mouse and its the only one that fits my hand perfectly but I am extremely reluctant to purchase from them again.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 21 January 2016, 16:37:28: My white-logo pre-BenQ EC1-A is working fine. I guess I got mine at the right time.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Geroximo on Thu, 21 January 2016, 16:46:06: Buy Zowie FK, get double clicks shortly after warranty expired, try to solder new switch in, lift pads, mouse destroyed :(
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: KingRama on Thu, 21 January 2016, 18:31:09: Quote from: dgneo on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:49:13
Still loving my FK1, been using it daily for the past couple of years with no issues.

Same here, the FK1 is goddamned amazing. The lack of acceleration and it's 1:1 feels real gooood.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: demik on Thu, 21 January 2016, 19:50:59: MAN I LOVED MY ZOWIE EC2, BUT THE DOUBLE CLICKING :(
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: KingRama on Thu, 21 January 2016, 20:20:14: Quote from: demik on Thu, 21 January 2016, 19:50:59
MAN I LOVED MY ZOWIE EC2, BUT THE DOUBLE CLICKING :(
Is the double clicking supposed to be a thing with the FK1? I've never experienced it O_o

Sounds annoying :(
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: demik on Thu, 21 January 2016, 20:23:26: I DONT KNOW. I KINDA WANT TO GET ANOTHER EC2 EVO BUT IM PRETTY CONTENT WITH MY G502 FOR RIGHT NOW
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: KingRama on Thu, 21 January 2016, 20:32:46: Quote from: demik on Thu, 21 January 2016, 20:23:26
I DONT KNOW. I KINDA WANT TO GET ANOTHER EC2 EVO BUT IM PRETTY CONTENT WITH MY G51000TIS FOR RIGHT NOW

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G'FIVE'OH'THOUSANDislandsauce

I knew it man. I knew you always liked Thousand Island Sauce.

On another note, I used to have a G500 back in the day, that thing was real nice, FIT REAL GOOD IN MY HANDS U KNO
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: KnivesM on Fri, 22 January 2016, 00:07:53: Was considering getting on of the new FK1s to compare vs my older FK1 that I bought in Nov 2014... Maybe not anymore, not sure if I want to buy another of the older model off amazon or wait for them to put the new model with the regular switches up as the Black/Red looks nice.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Bucake on Fri, 22 January 2016, 05:33:55: n00bs!
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Lepidus on Fri, 22 January 2016, 06:13:45: Do they still use optical sensors on their scroll wheels? Its the only thing I really dislike on my Zowies, the tactile feedback of the scroll is terrible. Its the same thing that bothers me on logitech mice.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Babysun on Wed, 10 February 2016, 00:08:10: Quote from: KnivesM on Fri, 22 January 2016, 00:07:53
Was considering getting on of the new FK1s to compare vs my older FK1 that I bought in Nov 2014... Maybe not anymore, not sure if I want to buy another of the older model off amazon or wait for them to put the new model with the regular switches up as the Black/Red looks nice.

I've been considering stocking up on the old FK1 because it's the perfect mouse for me. I love the size and weight and I've never had a problem with the sensor.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: klennkellon on Sat, 19 March 2016, 01:38:59: Quote from: Bromono on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:37:50
Quote from: Hypersphere on Thu, 21 January 2016, 12:33:38
Yes, I also. I wanted to try out the new EC1-A. However, given the delays and uncertainties with Zowie mice, I am going to scratch them off my list and make my selection from among the Razer Deathadder, Mionix Naos 7000, or Mionix Castor.

As much as people diss Razer. I like the deathadder.

Just a tidbit though, their stupid bloatware patch crap that's on it, is annoying as hell.

I am thinking about going to a roller ball.

OMG, the bloatware F**** sucks. I actually prefer the legacy drivers for my 3.5.

My ideal mouse would be a Deathadder with a thumb rest and some material that doesn't get sweaty.

My deathadder looks really weird next my Model M.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: appleonama on Sat, 19 March 2016, 01:48:05: lol and I just repaired my zowie fk1 2015 by replacing the switches with omron. it works well no problems yet
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Kompanion on Sun, 20 March 2016, 15:05:41: Oh damn, I just got a new mouse and almost went with a zowie. Glad I didn't now..
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: Niomosy on Mon, 21 March 2016, 01:15:18: Damn, just noticed this. Looks like the ECA-1 is off the list for now. Pity, too, as I just returned a Deathadder (not tall enough). Looks like I'll just try the Rival 300 next.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Mon, 21 March 2016, 01:49:03: good, I need that stiff click... if you know what I mean...
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:25:17: Quote from: appleonama on Thu, 21 January 2016, 13:55:14
Quote from: xondat on Thu, 21 January 2016, 13:46:08
Funny that, my Zowie FK1 (bought in 2014) middle mouse button is starting to randomly double/triple+ click when I press it once.

zowei cs sucks

I have a fk1 from release and it started double/tripple clicking 3 months ago. Zowie told me to call the original vendor for a replacement but they denied a replacement as it was almost a year old. Then zowie wanted me to send it to them for repair. They claimed I damaged the mouse and were unable to fix it. I got it back and decided to fix it myself. They didn't even open the dam mouse as there was debris inside the mouse that would've fallen out if zowie opened the mouse. The contact inside the switch was slightly bent(too much use?) causing it to register more than once. I just straightened the thing and now works fine only with a slightly lighter click. It's a shame this happened I really like the mouse and its the only one that fits my hand perfectly but I am extremely reluctant to purchase from them again.

Clearly you played too much Sexy Beach 3.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:26:15: Quote from: appleonama on Sat, 19 March 2016, 01:48:05
lol and I just repaired my zowie fk1 2015 by replacing the switches with omron. it works well no problems yet

D2F-01F ? (http://emoticoner.com/files/emoticons/onion-head/ahaaah-onion-head-emoticon.gif?1292862489)
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: appleonama on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:45:25: Quote from: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:26:15
Quote from: appleonama on Sat, 19 March 2016, 01:48:05
lol and I just repaired my zowie fk1 2015 by replacing the switches with omron. it works well no problems yet

D2F-01F ?
Show Image
(http://emoticoner.com/files/emoticons/onion-head/ahaaah-onion-head-emoticon.gif?1292862489)

I think I just bought them of aliexpress :-[ good ratings tho ^-^
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 06:00:32: Quote from: appleonama on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:45:25
Quote from: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:26:15
Quote from: appleonama on Sat, 19 March 2016, 01:48:05
lol and I just repaired my zowie fk1 2015 by replacing the switches with omron. it works well no problems yet

D2F-01F ?
Show Image
(http://emoticoner.com/files/emoticons/onion-head/ahaaah-onion-head-emoticon.gif?1292862489)

I think I just bought them of aliexpress :-[ good ratings tho ^-^

why buy on ali, when you can get it from mouser or digikey
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: appleonama on Mon, 21 March 2016, 06:01:20: Quote from: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 06:00:32
Quote from: appleonama on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:45:25
Quote from: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:26:15
Quote from: appleonama on Sat, 19 March 2016, 01:48:05
lol and I just repaired my zowie fk1 2015 by replacing the switches with omron. it works well no problems yet

D2F-01F ?
Show Image
(http://emoticoner.com/files/emoticons/onion-head/ahaaah-onion-head-emoticon.gif?1292862489)

I think I just bought them of aliexpress :-[ good ratings tho ^-^

why buy on ali, when you can get it from mouser or digikey
cheaper paid 1 dollar for 10 ... yes i am cheap
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 06:02:09: Quote from: appleonama on Mon, 21 March 2016, 06:01:20
Quote from: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 06:00:32
Quote from: appleonama on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:45:25
Quote from: tp4tissue on Mon, 21 March 2016, 05:26:15
Quote from: appleonama on Sat, 19 March 2016, 01:48:05
lol and I just repaired my zowie fk1 2015 by replacing the switches with omron. it works well no problems yet

D2F-01F ?
Show Image
(http://emoticoner.com/files/emoticons/onion-head/ahaaah-onion-head-emoticon.gif?1292862489)

I think I just bought them of aliexpress :-[ good ratings tho ^-^

why buy on ali, when you can get it from mouser or digikey
cheaper paid 1 dollar for 10 ... yes i am cheap

whaaaaaaaaa......... no way.. $1 for 10? which model switch.
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: riko on Tue, 22 March 2016, 20:12:31: I thought they are using Omron switches, but now I have been hearing that they are using Huano switches again. Is that true?
Title: Re: Zowie 2016 Mouse Recall
Post by: KingWhoDat on Tue, 11 October 2016, 01:37:09: I have an OG Zowie AM that I've been using for years. I got it from Newegg (can't remember exactly when) so early that I distinctly remember there were no reviews on it yet. It has huano switches. The mouse just keeps trucking. It works perfectly and I plan to replace it eventually with a Logitech G Pro. It's definitely been my all time favorite mouse.

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