Entered CNET Catalog: 07/04/2004
SKU: M310
Manufacturer: BenQ
Manufacturer description
The BenQ M310 Wireless Mini Optical Mouse automatically powers OFF when the wireless receiver is stored in the Smart receiver storage compartment, ensuring that you don't leave it behind. By pushing the left mouse button, right mouse button and scroll wheel simultaneously, you can turn your mouse power OFF/ON, saving battery between usages. With one touch of the release button, you can eject the wireless receiver stored inside the mouse for simple connectivity. Changing batteries has never been so easy. A simple touch of a button releases the battery cover, making it easy to change batteries. BenQ M310 is equipped with 800 dpi resolution optical technology, providing more moving accuracy.User opinions
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User Rating: 
8/10
GREAT Using Mac OS 10.4.2
Pros: Does everything you ask of it Mac user OS 10.4.2
Cons: Could have a greater range.
Well within 2 days I received the device and it works GREAT
Range about 4ft.
User Rating: 
7/10
A very convenient little mouse
Pros: Compact, brilliant design
Cons: Some glitches with the software
Occasionally the mouse has trouble connecting, or ?stalls? in use- but overall it is adequate and very convenient.
User Rating: 7/10
nice little mouse for general use
Pros: design, works on any surface
Cons: short battery life, lag when coming from sleep mode
User Rating: 
9/10
Great mouse for traveling
Pros: Size, USB connector storage, auto on-off power
Cons: "Back storage door" remains open periodically
The only thing I would improve on this product is the distance in which it can be used from the computer (currently only 4-5 ft). I would like to see a more robust version that allows 10-15 feet.
User Rating: 9/10
Sexy, handy,cool
Pros: Quality and design
Cons: Sorry, can't find them
User Rating: 
2/10
BenQ M301 on an iBook G4 using Tiger
Pros: I loved the feel of it
Cons: Doesn't work
Support at BenQ confirm problems with Tiger and are working on some sort of fix but not ready yet
User Rating: 9/10
Super Little Mouse
Pros: Small, easy to install & use - works well
Cons: Hard to get the cover off to change batteries
This mouse continues to work even after being soaked in salt water by Hurricane Katrina. 'Nuf said?
User Rating: 8/10
Good mouse for the money
Pros: very small and lightweight, usb receiver fits into the mouse for portability, good performance...
Cons: mouse seems to "lock up" after a few seconds of idleness and the battery cover seems a little flimsy
User Rating: 7/10
Design should win an award......but software is poor.
Pros: Design, performance, size.
Cons: Software functionality.
User Rating: 8/10
hidden benefit - reduced fatigue
Pros: small, light, and sensitive enough to be controlled by fingers only, with heel of hand resting on table. I'm rid of chronic mouse induced shoulder pain!
Cons: battery life isn't great for rechargable NiCd or NiMH batteries. suspect their 1.2V nature makes them look pre-discharged.
User Rating: 8/10
Great Little Mouse
Pros: Excellent design, easy to use and never had any problems. I don't have to worry about losing the receiver since it's stored within the device. It also turns off the mouse when inserted conserving battery life.
Cons: A better travel case would have been nice. Also, I don't care for how delicate the Battery compartment feels.
User Rating: 9/10
Too Cool
Pros: I had just bought my wife a 14? iBook (no BT) and was looking for the ?perfect? mouse. Came across a review by Dan Frakes in Mac World and saw that it was just what I was looking for. I ordered it on line for about $30. It came while I was out on the r
Cons: none, zippo
User Rating: 
3/10
Battery issue?
Pros:
Cons: After a month of use, the battery seems to be gone already. Either that or it is turning off by itself. I've never dropped it or anything so can't blame it on that. Put in new batteries and then 2 days later, same issue where it just doesn't light up.
User Rating: 7/10
Nice featured small mouse.
Pros: Transceiver stores in mouse so you don't lose it. Compact design with soft carry case. Good feel.
Cons: May be too small for some folks. Optical sensor stutters on some surfaces. Works best on plain material.
User Rating: 
10/10
Great design & portability
Pros: USB receiver stores inside the mouse, Small size perfect for laptop travelers, Fast 800 dpi sensor
Cons: None
User Rating: 8/10
"Perfect mouse for Notebook."
Pros: It is a great mouse for a person on the go. The special feature of storing the wireless adapter in the mouse is innovative, and the button to eject the wireless adapter is just so cool, and fun to play with. It ensures that no one will misplace their wir
Cons: It is a tad sensitive.
User Rating: 8/10
Compact, and stylish notebook mouse
Pros: Black one has a comfortable rubberized grip. Has nice power saving features such as auto power off or manual power off. Unique way of storing the USB adapter within the mouse. Nice and small for carrying it around with an included BenQ pouch. Amazing
Cons: May be too small for some. Took me some time to get used to as my hand felt cramped at first.
User Rating: 3/10
Problems with pointer accuracy
Pros: - Small and portable - Transmitter storage inside the body of the mouse is neat - Good aesthetic qualities
Cons: - There seems to be a problem with the pointer jumping and not tracking right over many surfaces. I compared two unit samples against other notebook mice from Logitech and Microsoft - The quality of the materials pales compared to the competition. Shodd
User Rating: 9/10
Great quality, excellent function
Pros: Style, portability, tracking, battery life, features (3 buttons and a wheel), feel in hand
Cons: No hard carrying case (I'm concerned throwing into my laptop bag)
User Rating: 8/10
Cool, well built, intelligent receiver storage
Pros: The receiver stores neatly in the mouse powering it off. It's a nice, well designed object, is very responsive. For being a wireless laptop mouse (hence small) has a good ergonomics.
Cons: All wireless laptop mice are small. Is the price you pay for taking them around in an already overstuffed laptop bag. This may make them uncomfortable to use for people with big hands.
User Rating: 9/10
Very good on the go mouse
Pros: I just got this little beauty for 26 bucks online, and I must say that I am very pleased with it. Very Portable Excellent response Neat storage of USB connector Manual power off to preserve battery life
Cons: Had a little trouble at first with the battery cover.
