Computer Mouse

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Gaming mice have a few important characteristics required by professional gamers, and these include laser technology, high surface tracking resolution with adjustable levels, the capability to memorize game profiles with special functions assigned to the buttons, a high ergonomic level for intensive gaming and several hours of non-stop clicking, as well as adjustable weight to match all hand moves.



One gaming mouse model with the highest customer ratings is the Cyber Snipa Stinger developed by Cyber Sport Pty Ltd, an Australian company known as a worldwide provider of cool high-end gaming accessories. It has several product categories including Cyber Snipa, which includes the Stinger mouse model.
It looks very similar with the Dominatrix Laser Gaming Mouse from OCZ Technology, which works based on the same principles. Both are capable of 7,080 frames per second speeds, 45 inches per second tracking speed, 3,200 dpi laser via 4 dpi levels combined, on-board memory, and come with 7 cartridges for adjusting the mouse’ weight.



In Stinger’s case, the USB connectivity for the computer supports up to 1,000Hz data rate, doubling the Dominatrix’s feature, while the on-board memory supports macros for all the 6 customizable buttons, so if you have 3 perfect profiles, the mouse stores 18 macros in total.
With the adjustable DPI functionality with 2000, 1600, 800 and 400 and the specific button on the mouse you can reach the full 3,200.

Cyber Snipa Stinger has no less than 9 buttons including the 6 programmable for the 8kb of on-board memory, 16-bit ultra-wide data path, 7 removable weighs of 20 grams each, and 4 super size easy glide feet.



The mouse measures 80 x 127 x 45 mm and comes together with the instruction manual and drivers at a reasonable price of around $45.

In the battle of the laser mouse versus optical mouse the laser technology wins because of its surface tracking capability which is 20 times more, compared to the optical mouse.
Microsoft enhanced this feature by using a new technology called BlueTrack, which enables laser mice tracking on virtually any surface. Based on this innovation, the upcoming mice will be the most advanced models ever created, because they combine the width and power of optical technology with the precision of laser tracking, so you’ll be able to use these gadgets even on granite kitchen countertops and carpets.

"Research shows that people aren't sitting at a desk all day, but they've gone mobile. In fact, 72 percent of PCs sold are notebook PCs, and consumers need a mouse that can go with them anywhere," said Mark DePue, platforms engineering manager at Microsoft and co-inventor of BlueTrack Technology. "BlueTrack Technology excels in areas where optical and laser technologies were falling short. Laser mice, for example, have a difficult time working on some common home surfaces, including granite and
marble."



"Laser technology is also sensitive to dust and dirt accumulation during travel, which can lead to poor tracking performance,” added David Bohn, senior engineering architect at Microsoft and BlueTrack Technology co-inventor. “With BlueTrack Technology you can rest easier about where your mouse will or won't track - it works just about everywhere, just like you."

How does this technology work? – BlueTrack uses a large and blue beam, which is no less than 4 times larger as the standard laser beams, and specular optics architecture, combined with an image sensor designed by Microsoft and proprietary pixel geometry, in order to create a high-contrast image of the surface beneath the mouse.



I’m happy to announce you that the upcoming mice featuring this new technology will be available in November at Best Buy stores. To find them you should search for the Microsoft Explorer Mouse and Microsoft Explorer Mini Mouse, first model coming at a price of $99.95, while the notebook companion having a price set at $79.95.

Now let’s see their features!
Microsoft Explorer Mouse and the Mini version sport a chrome finish and blue lights at the bottom and are wireless, using the 2.4GHz technology, which allows you to use them from up to 30 feet away from the micro receiver.



Microsoft Explorer has a battery status indicator and charging base, while the Mini powers from 2 AA batteries. One full charge keeps the mouse operating for up to 3 weeks, but the Microsoft Explorer Mini has a battery life of up to 6 months.
The Tilt Wheel Technology provides 4-way scrolling, while other features include customizable buttons,

Both computer mouses bring with a 3-year warranty available Worldwide.

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Logitech’s MX620 is a cordless laser mouse, which means you can use it without cable even for gaming, as it has a higher precision compared to optical mice.
Based on the laser technology, it replaces the red LED light used by optical models, with an infrared laser diode which is invisible. This light reflects from the surface beneath to the mouse’s sensor, and the mouse scans all the incoming light sequences, which are then translated into cursor movements on the monitor. The scanned image resolution is higher than in optical mice, and laser mice have a tracking power 20 times higher.

With the cordless functionality things get a little bit more complicated. Like many of you I asked myself what’s the difference between a wireless mouse and a cordless mouse, so i hurried to find some clues to get the big picture and make you understand too.



It seems that computer mice that don’t have cables connected to the PC unit or laptop, use either the infrared transmission or the Bluetooth technology to work from distance. Both methods are categorized as short-range wireless communications. What differentiates them are the following characteristics: the infrared technology works at a shorter range between the communicating devices, and the signal breaks as one of them is moved from the direct line, or if an object interferes in this range, just like with any TV remote; on the other hand, Bluetooth is based on a radio frequency capable to pass through walls and doesn’t have directional requirements, allowing for handsfree operation like with cell phones, and works at 2.4 GHz frequency.



Some people tend to include the cordless mice in the infrared devices category which is not entirely correct. Cordless mice can be considered wireless devices, as they are cable-free, using a special wireless adapter, while it depends on the specifications to categorize them. There are some cheap entry-level mice that use infrared.

If we take a look at MX 620 from Logitech, in the specification list we find out about the 2.4 GHz micro-receiver that is the adapter you need to connect to your computer ‘s USB port to detect the mouse, which means it is not based on the infrared technology and you won’t have problems using it.
In addition to this technology, it features a fast scroll wheel that allows the user to scroll long documents and find things in the fastest time, with high laser precision.
You can use it in all types of operations including gaming, for up to 1 year, until the LED indicator tells you to replace the batteries.



Available at around $60, the cordless laser mouse model is compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista and Mac operating systems, and is powered by 2 AA batteries, coming with the installation software and a 5-year warranty.

Even if they are designed to maintain a high tracking resolution on more types of surfaces than optical mice, laser mice still are a bit sensitive to mirrors and clear glass, but you have other option as well – the wireless optical mice – and it might help to choose what meets your requirements best, if you read some optical mice reviews.