Apple Optical Mouse - White

Manufacturer:	Apple Computer
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Apple Optical Mouse - White

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Pretty looks, but not that practical

Apple's new optical mouse is gorgeous to look at, but for day-to-day use there are better options.

First of all, this mouse has a short cord. Unless you have a USB hub sitting right on your desktop, you MUST plug this mouse into a USB port on your keyboard because the cord isn't really long enough to be plugged in anywhere else. If you have an unusual desktop arrangement--for example, if you are using a lousy dorm room desk whose keyboard tray has no room for a mouse--it is extremely awkward to use this mouse.

The one button wasn't really a problem, even though I am a former Windows user who is used to clicking the right mouse button. OS X and well-designed applications can be used comfortably without that second button; if you need a context menu, you can either click-and-hold or hold down the Control key while clicking.

The way in which the one button is implemented, however, is more problematic. While the "no button" design is visually appealing, I find that I sometimes click the mouse button if I rest my hand on the mouse the wrong way. Unlike the Apple Optical Pro Mouse, however, this one does not have a sensitivity dial on the underside that can be used to make mouse clicks stiffer.

The shape of this mouse also bothered me after several weeks of regular use. In comparison to most desktop mice, the Apple Mouse is fairly flat in the back. When I use this mouse, I find that my palm is usually cupping empty air. Using it this way for a short while isn't much of a problem, but after continuous use it begins to make my palm ache. It is also more difficult to pick up and move because of its flat shape.

I didn't have any problems with the mouse's optical tracking. I do not play computer games or do anything else that requires lightning-fast mouse movements, so I can't really comment on its responsiveness in that respect.

I might consider buying another Apple mouse if they made a more ergonomically shaped model and lengthened the cord, but for now I'm sticking with my Logitech optical scroll mouse.

If you do like the appearance of this mouse, I recommend getting a used Apple Pro Mouse instead. It looks similar to this mouse, but the bottom also has a dial for adjusting the button sensitivity; it also comes in a semi-translucent smoky-colored plastic for those who don't have white Macs or peripherals.

Apple Optical Mouse - White - Apple Computer

WHAT ARE YOU PEOPLE TALKING ABOUT!??

Listen, Ive used these kinds of mice for a looooooong time at school. the only thing you cant replace is the scroll wheel. Ive found that if you hold the button down long enough, you can have a right click feature by moving the mouse a bit. DUH!!!

Apple Computer - Apple Optical Mouse - White

One Button?

... The mouse itself is a big button and there is only one mouse. I love Apple and I am a apple user since many years, this this is weak. When will apple learn that you can work better with 2 buttons and a scrollwheel? I guess, never. Otherwise the mouse is normal optical mouse standard. I can only recomment to buy this one if you have a complete apple system and don't want to ruin the good overall looks. Careful: Like with every optical mouse: Use a one color surface to operate the mouse on. Otherwise the pointer is goin to jump all over the screen.
My pro's and con's:
Pro:
Very good design.
Good quality.
Precise operation.
Con:
No Wheel.
Only one button.

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