Author Topic: What's your favorite pointing device? (Read 92879 times)

CodeChef · « **Reply #300 on:** Wed, 01 December 2010, 19:10:18 »

So far I haven't tried a mouse I liked better than the Logitech G9x. In terms of shape though, the mice that had the same shape as the G1/G3 were the BEST (maybe because they were the mice I grew up using, first the logitech branded one, and then the dell-branded one)

db_Iodine · « **Reply #301 on:** Thu, 02 December 2010, 05:03:33 »

I love my Performance MX. I'm tempted to try the CST LaserTrack to see if I like trackballs or not.

nraymond · « **Reply #302 on:** Thu, 02 December 2010, 15:12:23 »

For productivity, Apple Magic Trackpad. For games, Logitech G9.

Oqsy · « **Reply #303 on:** Thu, 02 December 2010, 21:33:37 »

CH DT225.
Mine is custom painted and solid as a rock.

nmd · « **Reply #304 on:** Fri, 03 December 2010, 16:04:06 »

I'm currently using a SteelSeries Xai. Basic shape, great texture on top of the shell and rubberized sides. The clicks are perfect on every single button and the "steps" on the mouse wheel are tactile without being clicky - just perfect all around really.

I also like the G9, DeathAdder and Imperator. I would use the Imperator all the time because it's perfect for my hand but the problem is - like most Razer mice it uses high gloss on the sides which feels so terrible after an hour or so of using it.

If I could put a rubber coating on it that's similar to what the Xai uses on it's side(combination of smooth and grippy, doesn't collect moisture) I would use it 100%.

sadbox · « **Reply #305 on:** Fri, 03 December 2010, 19:12:39 »

I used a G5 for a couple years before it broke and then I moved on to a Razer Deathadder and from there I ended up buying a CST L-Trac-X.... I'm not sure if I'm in love with just trackballs or if it's just this particular one, but I can say that it's been the best pointing device I've used =)

hasu · « **Reply #306 on:** Fri, 03 December 2010, 20:37:43 »

I use mainly mouse keys on keyboard. It's enough for my daily job.
And I use TrackPoint on the road.

WhiteRice · « **Reply #307 on:** Sat, 04 December 2010, 00:25:48 »

I wish I could say that it was my slimblade, but every time I start playing a game my G5 comes off the bench and I always forget to switch back to my track ball afterward ^^;;

dewaere · « **Reply #308 on:** Tue, 28 December 2010, 04:03:05 »

Cyanide · « **Reply #309 on:** Tue, 28 December 2010, 04:19:30 »

i'm using the razer death adder, i have been using it for about 3 years, my old one got worn out so i got a new one. it worked great in wow, and now i use it for sc2, nothing crazy about it, it just feels good.

Azuremen · « **Reply #310 on:** Tue, 28 December 2010, 04:21:47 »

Quote from: kalrykh;256693

I'm a fan of the razer naga, but if you don't play mmo's, you'll probably find it laughable. Otherwise, the deathadder is my standby. It's still a solid mouse.

I've actually known some engineers and designers that get the Naga for the extra buttons. Reduces how often they need to take their hands of the 3D interface device or mouse to change tools.

YpoCaramel · « **Reply #311 on:** Wed, 29 December 2010, 05:32:07 »

I don't know. I have a plenty of mice and trackballs - G900, G500, G9, Orochi, RAT5, MX Air (ex-mice MX518, G5, Deathadder), Slimblade and Orbit, but I don't really feel strongly about any one of them. G900 gets the most day to day use, it's a the hyperscroll and nice buttons, but otherwise I'm still 'whatever' about it.

typo · « **Reply #312 on:** Fri, 31 December 2010, 02:24:01 »

as you probably already know, logitech g500. i'd try a track ball if they had way higher resolution as i discussed elsewhere here.

theferenc · « **Reply #313 on:** Mon, 03 January 2011, 10:06:43 »

3200 isn't high enough? What the hell do you do with your mouse?

godly_music · « **Reply #314 on:** Tue, 04 January 2011, 08:13:55 »

Any corded optical mouse will do. I've lived on cheapo Logitechs for a long time before I got an MX 518. Of course it's better, but it's not essential.

dewaere · « **Reply #315 on:** Tue, 04 January 2011, 12:09:46 »

Quote from: YpoCaramel;270223

I don't know. I have a plenty of mice and trackballs - G900, G500, G9, Orochi, RAT5, MX Air (ex-mice MX518, G5, Deathadder), Slimblade and Orbit, but I don't really feel strongly about any one of them. G900 gets the most day to day use, it's a the hyperscroll and nice buttons, but otherwise I'm still 'whatever' about it.

G900?
Any pics?

YpoCaramel · « **Reply #316 on:** Wed, 05 January 2011, 02:51:58 »

Quote from: dewaere;273004

G900?
Any pics?

Sorry mate, G700

I forgot the name omg, see how unexcited I am?

killy · « **Reply #317 on:** Thu, 06 January 2011, 01:02:26 »

Quote from: nmd;256560

I'm currently using a SteelSeries Xai. Basic shape, great texture on top of the shell and rubberized sides. The clicks are perfect on every single button and the "steps" on the mouse wheel are tactile without being clicky - just perfect all around really.

I also like the G9, DeathAdder and Imperator. I would use the Imperator all the time because it's perfect for my hand but the problem is - like most Razer mice it uses high gloss on the sides which feels so terrible after an hour or so of using it. If I could put a rubber coating on it that's similar to what the Xai uses on it's side(combination of smooth and grippy, doesn't collect moisture) I would use it 100%.

I have the kinzu. Bargain bin replacement for a broken deathadder turned out great.

A lot of new mice have high liftoff (I'm sure the mousegeeks will know about the sensors... TwinEye?), but the Kinzu is pretty good. No frills, gets the job done. I don't really miss the back button, I'm used to moving my mouse over and just hitting it.

In fact, although I liked to palm grip when I bought an IME3.0 to try it out I couldn't handle the sudden shape change, and it was too heavy for low sens pick-up-and-reposition. I hold the kinzu in a 'palm grip' style, except my fingers are arched so only the tips touch the buttons. Palm-claw?

isp · « **Reply #318 on:** Thu, 06 January 2011, 07:39:20 »

I'm really diggin the Logi Anywhere MX for casual surfing.

(Review here)

for gaming though (serios businos!!!1), I use the logitech g3

theferenc · « **Reply #319 on:** Thu, 06 January 2011, 21:54:51 »

Quote from: isp;273986

I'm really diggin the Logi Anywhere MX for casual surfing.
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(Review here)

for gaming though (serios businos!!!1), I use the logitech g3

I have this. I use it as my travel mouse along with my HHKB. I absolutely love the two-mode scrolling it has going on.

It's a surprisingly nice feel and weight for a mobile mouse, I think.

theferenc · « **Reply #320 on:** Thu, 06 January 2011, 22:10:58 »

Ripster, the logitech *does* use AAs. I use eneloop rechargeables in mine.

ManjyomeThunder · « **Reply #321 on:** Sun, 09 January 2011, 12:39:43 »

Quote from: ripster;274349

Oops. I got the two switched around.

Maybe AAAs aren't so bad. I rarely have had to replace it.

Also have a VX Nano. Battery life does last for quite some time, assuming you remember to turn it off between uses.

Also have a DeathAdder for my desktop. Best mouse I've ever used.

aynjell · « **Reply #322 on:** Mon, 10 January 2011, 12:15:48 »

Presently, I use a Razer Lachesis for gaming. This mouse completely perplexes me... well I suppose it reminds me of a race car for the reason I'll soon explain. Basically, the mouse is absolutely perfect for when I'm gaming, especially shooters. The feel, the shape, the movement (the feet are perfect), etc etc. However, as soon as a cursor gets involved (wow, the desktop, etc) the sensation is similar, although not as bad, as typing on a qwerty phone keyboard. Yeah, it helps some but it's not as good as others.

I've never used a mouse with this type of all or nothing behavior.

My favourite, a close second in gaming, is the Logitech G5. It was perfect. It did everything the razer did to maybe 95%, but it also was super awesome on the desktop too.

Grimey · « **Reply #323 on:** Wed, 12 January 2011, 15:16:18 »

Currently loving my Razer Naga.

My previous mouse was a logitec G5. My G5 was a beautiful mouse that performed amazingly for years ( and still works perfectly well after 4+ years of usage). My problem with the G5 was the lack of buttons when MMO gaming is concerned. My hands aren't what they used to be, and stretching them around the keyboard to hit enough key combinations was over stressing.

I am a large handed person and the Naga fits fine. I do wish it was a bit larger, but I have been comfortable for hours of usage. Getting used to the side button configuration wasn't much of a chore either.

jbl · « **Reply #324 on:** Fri, 14 January 2011, 23:38:22 »

Having lost some use of my right (dominant) hand, I've been on something of an input device binge lately.

Today I picked up a Kensington Slimblade trackball for work and an Apple Magic Trackpad for home. Much to my surprise, I think I like them both more than regular mice. I find the trackball easier to manipulate and my wrists and hands don't get as tired after a day of work.

In the same vein, the trackpad gestures are really slick. As an added bonus, the low profile of the trackpad puts my wrist in a flatter, more natural position.

These aren't my first flirtations with trackballs and trackpads. For a long time, I used both a Cirque Glidepoint portable trackpad as well as a Logitech Trackman Marble FX. The Cirque was forgettable, but I found the Logitech very very comfortable and easy to use.

George7 · « **Reply #325 on:** Sat, 15 January 2011, 16:33:27 »

I'm using a Logitech G5 at the moment. It's a good mouse but I don't actually like it a huge amount. My favourite mouse of all time is actually a standard logitech optical mouse I got with a computer my family bought in 2004. Since the left button died a couple of years back, I've not found something I like nearly as much, and I haven't found the same mouse since

Bullveyr · « **Reply #326 on:** Sun, 16 January 2011, 06:21:41 »

If you still have it just try to repair it.

CreamyNutButter · « **Reply #327 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 05:58:27 »

I just bought a Trackman Marble and it is my new favorite. It's much more gaming-friendly than that old clunker I had!

Jerri · « **Reply #328 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 06:04:03 »

Razer Lachesis Refresh. I like the Lachesis shape very much, but the settings and the tracking of the new one (got it today) is just awesome!

aynjell · « **Reply #329 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 12:34:57 »

Quote from: Jerri;280281

Razer Lachesis Refresh. I like the Lachesis shape very much, but the settings and the tracking of the new one (got it today) is just awesome!

So far it's the best mouse for gaming I've ever used. The shape is perfect for shooters, but awkward for gaming.

It's sad though, razer can't do much else right besides mice and pads.

Jerri · « **Reply #330 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 13:05:05 »

Quote from: aynjell;280492

So far it's the best mouse for gaming I've ever used. The shape is perfect for shooters, but awkward for gaming.

It's sad though, razer can't do much else right besides mice and pads.

I especially dig the shape of this mouse. I use this shape all the time, for working, shooters, other games. Personally i can't stand shapes like Logitech MX518 or Razer Deathadder. But i must say i had the Logitechs a long time, until the Lachesis came out

. For my hands the Lachesis is perfect!

I tried some UT2004 with the new lachesis, works good with my new mousepad (razer ironclad).

Does anybody know the "real DPI", that the Laser sensor has natively?

Bullveyr · « **Reply #331 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 14:08:42 »

Quote from: Jerri;280528

Does anybody know the "real DPI", that the Laser sensor has natively?

Strange question, the big players like Logitech, Razer, MS or SteelSeries usually don't interpolate the CPI (unlike Roccat or especially A4Tech

), so:

Original Lachesis: 4000 CPI (PLN 2031)
New Lachesis: 5600 CPI (PLN 2032)

urlwolf · « **Reply #332 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 15:23:06 »

No rollermouse fans?

aynjell · « **Reply #333 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 15:33:37 »

Quote from: Jerri;280528

I especially dig the shape of this mouse. I use this shape all the time, for working, shooters, other games. Personally i can't stand shapes like Logitech MX518 or Razer Deathadder. But i must say i had the Logitechs a long time, until the Lachesis came out . For my hands the Lachesis is perfect!

I tried some UT2004 with the new lachesis, works good with my new mousepad (razer ironclad).

Does anybody know the "real DPI", that the Laser sensor has natively?

I believe it's 5600.

Arc'xer · « **Reply #334 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 17:03:42 »

Quote from: aynjell;280634

I believe it's 5600.

He knows that obviously from the 5600 stamping on the box. What he means is does the sensor interpolate DPI from a lesser amount.

In other words the competing top sensor of the PTE(Philips twin-eye 2) is the ADNS-9500. The 9500 goes up to 6000 DPI(Roccat Kone+) but from what some have mentioned on the dataspecs of the 9500 engine. The engines true DPI tops out at around 4000-5000 mark so the additional DPI done by the G500/G700/G9X/Kone is construed as interpolated.

aynjell · « **Reply #335 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 17:05:15 »

Quote from: Arc'xer;280667

He knows that obviously from the 5600 stamping on the box. What he means is does the sensor interpolate DPI from a lesser amount.

In other words the competing top sensor of the PTE(Philips twin-eye 2) is the ADNS-9500. The 9500 goes up to 6000 DPI(Roccat Kone+) but from what some have mentioned on the dataspecs of the 9500 engine. The engines true DPI tops out at around 4000-5000 mark so the additional DPI done by the G500/G700/G9X/Kone is construed as interpolated.

I figured that was mis-advertising. :\

cyberphine · « **Reply #336 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 17:28:28 »

Logitech G500. I love this mouse. I'm going to try to pick another one up for the office for around $40 bucks.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826104318&Tpk=logitech%20g500

Warduke · « **Reply #337 on:** Tue, 18 January 2011, 22:39:18 »

A toss up between Microsoft Trackball Optical and Trackball Explorer.

Bullveyr · « **Reply #338 on:** Wed, 19 January 2011, 02:31:19 »

Quote from: Arc'xer;280667

In other words the competing top sensor of the PTE(Philips twin-eye 2) is the ADNS-9500. The 9500 goes up to 6000 DPI(Roccat Kone+) but from what some have mentioned on the dataspecs of the 9500 engine. The engines true DPI tops out at around 4000-5000 mark so the additional DPI done by the G500/G700/G9X/Kone is construed as interpolated.

It's not clearly if the 5700 CPI on the G9X7G500/G700 are interpolated, Logitech clearly has a different srom (firmware) for the sensor (with higher FPS), with that it's generally not a problem to get higher CPI.

Imho the 6000 CPI on the Kone

are interpolated allthough Roccat (not simply their Maeketing) claims otherwise.

And as I allready wrote the Lachesis CPI are true.

Jerri · « **Reply #339 on:** Wed, 19 January 2011, 02:40:15 »

Quote from: Arc'xer;280667

He knows that obviously from the 5600 stamping on the box. What he means is does the sensor interpolate DPI from a lesser amount.

In other words the competing top sensor of the PTE(Philips twin-eye 2) is the ADNS-9500. The 9500 goes up to 6000 DPI(Roccat Kone+) but from what some have mentioned on the dataspecs of the 9500 engine. The engines true DPI tops out at around 4000-5000 mark so the additional DPI done by the G500/G700/G9X/Kone is construed as interpolated.

Thanks man, that's what i mean, sorry if it wasn't clearly announced, what i meant, but english isn't my native tongue, so sometimes crucial words are missing in my vocabulary

.

tarc · « **Reply #340 on:** Wed, 19 January 2011, 06:50:50 »

Cool, an input hardware forum!

I use a small 4x6 wacom for general use, very comfortable!

Also a trackman marble which I found incredibly comfortable. Button positioning could be better but I guess it's due to it's mirror construction.

Zensuji · « **Reply #341 on:** Thu, 20 January 2011, 03:01:50 »

I have a few favourites.

Mx-518
Zowie ec1
deathadder 3g
3.0

Bought a new DA3.5g recently and had to post it straight back. LOL at razer for breaking their only decent mouse.

aynjell · « **Reply #342 on:** Thu, 20 January 2011, 12:30:00 »

Quote from: Zensuji;281621

I have a few favourites.

Mx-518
Zowie ec1
deathadder 3g
3.0

Bought a new DA3.5g recently and had to post it straight back. LOL at razer for breaking their only decent mouse.

The 3.5g sensor if I understand it is magnitudes better than the 3G. Unless they changed the shape they didn't break anything.

SuperPunch · « **Reply #343 on:** Fri, 21 January 2011, 05:43:51 »

I recently received the Mionix Naos 5000. It's my favorite mouse in a long list of candidates. I posted a review just now. Palm grip users may want to take a look.

bionicroach · « **Reply #344 on:** Fri, 21 January 2011, 21:15:50 »

Quote from: urlwolf;280621

No rollermouse fans?

I am a huge fan of the RollerMouse! I had terrible pain in my right shoulder from 8hrs/day on a traditional mouse and the RollerMouse completely alleviated it.

microsoft windows · « **Reply #345 on:** Sat, 22 January 2011, 19:15:56 »

My favorite pointing device is the middle finger.

tash · « **Reply #346 on:** Sat, 22 January 2011, 19:46:53 »

middle finger?
on a touchpad or a touchscreen?

msiegel · « **Reply #347 on:** Sat, 22 January 2011, 19:48:21 »

joystick, i reckon

ricercar · « **Reply #348 on:** Sat, 22 January 2011, 22:01:54 »

Wacom pen
Microsoft Intellimouse Optical
Rollermouse
ThinkPad Clit

urlwolf · « **Reply #349 on:** Sun, 23 January 2011, 12:14:17 »

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Wacom pen
Microsoft Intellimouse Optical
Rollermouse
ThinkPad Clit

That's good taste, right there...

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