Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 8000 | List Price: $89.99
Discount Price: $35.00
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Brand: Microsoft
Binding: Electronics
Warranty: 5 years warranty
Features: - High Definition laser technology for more precise, more responsive, and smoother tracking
- 2.4GHz Bluetooth with First Connect Technology so you can connect wirelessly right out of the box
- Four-way scrolling button with Tilt Wheel technology for greater efficiency and comfort when ripping through long documents or web pages
- Fully rechargeable so you save money on batteries, includes a battery-status LED indicator
- Runs on one AA NiMH battery, and requires a PC running Windows XP (with Service Pack 2) or Windows Vista, 45 MB free space
excellent wireless mouse for my Mac [Posted on 2008-07-15]
I use this with a Mac Pro running Leopard (10.5) and have no serious complaints. Tracking and scrolling are great. It's very comfortable to use and has the right number of well-placed buttons for an experienced user. It connects quickly and reliably. I replaced the original rechargeable AA battery with a new one from Sony and get about a week of moderate use per charge, which works well for me.
I like this mouse. [Posted on 2008-07-28]
I am very happy with this mouse for my desktop. With this mouse, I have no need for a mousepad.
A full-sized ambidextrous Bluetooth mouse! [Posted on 2008-08-14]
This is the mouse I've been searching for. I don't know how I missed it until now. I'm a lefty, so that pretty much rules out all those weird-looking lopsided mice for me. I need an ambidextrous (or lefty -- heh) mouse. I need Bluetooth so that it works with my laptop and doesn't require a dongle. Rechargeable batteries are nice. And since I'm a big guy, I need a full-sized mouse, not those tiny little things designed to work with notebook computers.
This is the first mouse I've found that meets all of these criteria. After 2 days of use, it's still charged, fits great in my hand, and has a logical layout. I've been using wired optical mice for years on my desktops and have no issue with them, but I like this mouse so much, I'm getting 3 more for my various machines.
As a bonus, this mouse comes with a Bluetooth USB dongle, so if you don't have Bluetooth you can add it very easily. Setup for my desktop was painless and quick. I didn't even need a reboot.
The rechargeable battery is AA, so when it wears out, you can find an replacement just about anywhere. The power switch on the bottom of the mouse is a nice feature, as long as I remember to turn it off when not using it.
Tracking is spot-on and even after sitting for several minutes, there's no delay in getting things moving again. Very nice.
This is a slightly pricey mouse, but you won't regret it. I'm going to have about 4 others I've tried up for sale real soon. :)
[UPDATE: In the week or so I've had this mouse, it's been absolutely flawless. I have ordered two more for the machines I use on a regular basis. It would be nice to simply move the mouse from machine to machine, but apparently Bluetooth devices get "paired" and have to be re-paired. No biggie, really, but enough of a pain that I just ordered more mice.]
Pretty good mouse for the money [Posted on 2008-10-25]
I picked up the OEM package version $40 from one of Amazon's sellers. Replacing a Logitech MX that no longer likes to hold a charge after about 3 years of use.
Not holding a charge shouldn't be an issue for this mouse you can actually replace the battery in it when it starts going bad.
I'm undecided if I like the smooth scroll feature yet, I'm use to the clicking of my logitech.
Installation was quick and simple
The design does leave a bit to be desired, not as comfortable as the Logitech MX and the right side small button is pretty much useless luckily I rarely use the forward click feature.
Overall I'm fairly pleased for it don't think I could of found any other bluetooth mice that would fair any better for $40 that were rechargable. I wouldn't buy the $80 retail package though.
M/S laser 8000 typical of their mice [Posted on 2008-11-16]
The latest Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 8000 is a fine new addition to their lineup of excellent mice. Setup was very easy, and the software loaded with no problems or surprises. The Bluetooth adapter, which plugs into a USB port, was a pleasant surprise. Although I haven't used it for any other device as yet, it will probably come in handy in the future. Doing away with wires was one thing, doing away with the receptor on the desk is another plus.
Be aware that the device requires a USB port, and will not work on the traditional mouse port, because of the Bluetooth adaptor.
The mouse has a pleasant feel, and sufficient bottons (5) including the wheel to handle most requirements. The functions, of course, can be changed from the menu included with the software package. That is similar to all the recent M/S mouse packages that have been released, so their is no real learning curve in the setup and use.
If you need a new mouse, or just want to finally get rid of clutter on your desk, the new Laser 8000 deserves a close look. Prices will vary, and OEM products are also available at lower cost, for the more advanced user. All in all, a fine addition to the M/S hardware line.
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