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Microsoft Explorer Mouse comparison

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Price $31.99 to $73.99 $79.95 to $109.99 $49.97 to $79.99 $39.99 to $69.99 $68.00 to $99.99
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Release date September 09, 2008 August 19, 2009 August 19, 2008 July 23, 2007
The Bottom Line The Microsoft Explorer Mouse deserves your attention for its BlueTrack sensor technology that lets you use it on surfaces where other mice fail. Laptop owners, or anyone else who uses a nondeskbound computer, will benefit from Microsoft's innovative new technology. Logitech has met and surpassed Microsoft's recent mouse technology innovations by introducing the most versatile mouse sensor on the market in its new Performance Mouse MX. But even if you don't have a glass table crying out to become a workspace, this high-end input device has enough features and cushy design to make it a justifiable indulgence for anyone who takes their cursor control seriously. Logitech's MX 1100 wireless laser mouse is the best in its class thanks to a wide array of features that make navigation easier. You have to pay for all of that capability, but anyone who puts serious time in front of a PC will appreciate what this mouse can do. If you can afford its high price, you'll be pleased by the Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse's comfort, features, and extremely portable design. Apple's new wireless Magic Mouse gets a sleek makeover and even has multitouch controls, but it's better as a portable laptop companion rather than a full-size desktop accessory. The swiping gestures add interactivity to Web browsing and media, but the awkwardly narrow single button design leaves us reaching for better mice from Logitech and others.
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Features
Buttons Qty5
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5
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ColorSilver
Anthracite
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Movement Resolution1000 dpi
Info unavailable1600 dpi
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OS RequiredMicrosoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows XP SP2
Apple MacOS X 10.2 or later
Microsoft Windows 7
Apple MacOS X 10.4 or later
Microsoft Windows Vista / XP
Microsoft Windows Vista / XP
Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows Vista
Apple MacOS X 10.2.8 or later
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Movement Detection TechnologyOptical
Laser
Laser
Laser
Laser
Dimensions (WxDxH)3.1 in x 4.6 in x 1.8 in
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Microsoft CertificationCertified for Windows Vista
Compatible with Windows 7
Compatible with Windows 7
Certified for Windows Vista
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Wireless ReceiverUSB wireless receiver
USB wireless receiver
USB wireless receiver
USB wireless receiver
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OrientationInfo unavailableRight-handed
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Weight5.4 oz
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Manufacturer Warranty3 years warranty
3 years warranty
3 years warranty
3 years warranty
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Performance10000 fps
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Device TypeMouse
Mouse
Mouse
Mouse
Mouse
Battery1 x AA type
2 x AA type
2 x AA type
2 x AAA type
2 x AA type
Cables IncludedInfo unavailable1 x USB charge cable - External
1 x USB extension cable - External
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Connectivity TechnologyWireless - 2.4 GHz
Wireless - 2.4 GHz
Wireless - 2.4 GHz
Wireless - 2.4 GHz
Wireless - Bluetooth
FeaturesMagnifier
Battery indicator
Scrolling wheel (4-way)
Microsoft BlueTrack Technology
Logitech Darkfield Laser Tracking
Battery indicator
Programmable buttons
Switchable resolution
MicroGear Precision Scroll Wheel
Programmable buttons
Scrolling wheel (4-way)
Multi-touch technology
Product DescriptionMicrosoft Explorer Mouse - Mouse
Logitech Performance Mouse MX - Mouse
Logitech MX 1100 Cordless Laser Mouse - Mouse
Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks - Mouse
Apple Magic Mouse Mouse
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