Poll: Are you going to buy Apple's new Mighty Mouse?

[MacRumors]

Vote: Poll: Are you going to buy Apple's new Mighty Mouse? (http://www.macpolls.com/?poll_id=479)

[mad jew]

Not until it's wireless.

[KLFloyd]

Not until it's wireless.


I agree...will buy when it's a BT as long as the price doesn't increase.

[zelmo]

I'll buy one for the family iMac. I am actually glad that Apple has a corded version, because I could never get my teen daughter to remember to either turn off or charge a wireless mouse.
I don't use that computer much, but when I do I am always irritated that there is no scroll wheel on it. It's always a minor and temporary irritation, but now that there is a scroll mouse that nicely matches the iMac G4, Airport Base, and white Creature II's...

[TBi]

I have an MX1000 already so i wouldn't even buy it if it was wireless. Also i HATE the shape of the Apple mouse Pro so i will more than likely hate this too. I could never pick the bloody thing up without clicking it...

[AmigoMac]

Say hello to wireless mighty mouse ... steve!, steve! ... bring the BT one in Paris.

[.Andy]

Another vote for I'm getting one as soon as its BT :).

[mathilda]

the poll is inclomplete. it should also give an option

[ ] yes, if it was wireless

-> seeing the number of posts in the main thread stating just this opinion I figure it should be a quite high percentage (including me) that would consider buying a bluetooth version of it.

[Stella]

Only when its BT.

Wired mice are a PITA.

( Its been impossible to drag me away from Logitech mice - but my MX1000 can be diverted to PC uses at work or something )

I agree...will buy when it's a BT as long as the price doesn't increase.

Its almost certain the price will increase. Those BT modules aren't free.
:-)

[howard]

i have to try it first, and if the non-click doesn't creep me out I'll buy it.

I actually prefer chorded mice. I just always seem to get skipping around with chordless.

[Mitthrawnuruodo]

Had to go with maybe, but the answer is probably yes. Just went with maybe because I don't know when I'll buy it (and therefore it might be a better alternative, like a wireless version, when I get around to it). Also, it might be an item on this years Christmas wish list, and then I technically wouldn't be buying it, would I...? ;)

[irmongoose]

Nope. I have my lovely MX1000... mmm, laser! :D




irmongoose

[mj_1903]

Already purchased two and they have shipped. Should arrive tomorrow.

[pawnstar]

when it is wireless :)

the poll should have a "when it is wireless" option

[pimentoLoaf]

No, as my Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse is superior with real buttons you can see and a hand-hugging shape that's comfortable over the long haul.

Apple's looks good, but it's not ergonomic.

[1macker1]

I'm with the 'when it's wireless' crowd. I wanted one when i first seen it, but now after my excitement has cooled down, I have no need for a $50 corded mouse.

[redAPPLE]

I agree...will buy when it's a BT as long as the price doesn't increase.

and if it does?

i find it interesting that people are never satisfied. this should be ok to an extent. but it should not be exaggerated.

the next thing we would see is, Apple offering a bluetoothed mighty mouse and people would then say, "awwww... battery life is only 2 months...".

sometimes it is better to be thankful for what we have and what we get. everybody would be more happier on this earth.

[G6iPod]

When it's BT. Hopefully BT2 to extend that battery life redAPPLE.

[Dagless]

i have to try it first, and if the non-click doesn't creep me out I'll buy it.

I actually prefer chorded mice. I just always seem to get skipping around with chordless.

my guess is that it'd make a little click-noise, my V500's scroll pad does that.

and yes.

when its wireless! but i still put Yes because if my V500 somehow packed in this would be the next mouse on my list.

[~Shard~]

I think it looks really cool and would be an awesome mouse to own (pending reviews), but right now I just like my MX510 far too much. I'll think about buying one when the BT version comes out at MWSF - but not to buy the BT version, instead to buy the corded version for less money. ;) :cool:

[~Shard~]

Already purchased two and they have shipped. Should arrive tomorrow.

One for each hand? :p ;)

[samh004]

Bought one for use with my iBook that doesn't have bluetooth, as I already have an MX900 for my PB... can't wait till it arrives :)

[ahuman7341]

One for each hand? :p ;)
no, one for each foot.

when i get my iMac, it becomes BT, gets a nifty hover feature, or better foot control. which ever comes first.

[cwedl]

Not until it's wireless.

I totally agree

[iGary]

Screw it, I ordered it, wirelss or not (not liking my wireless one-button at the moment).

Ordered too late, though..one week wait now.

Hopefully it is a helpful tool for me.

[Fender2112]

I'll have to try one in a store before I decide. I prefer trackballs. The Mighty Mouse, with the scroll ball, seems to be a cross between a mouse and a trackball.

[mkrishnan]

*adds one more for the when-its-available-in-bluetooth option*

Well, at least I'll be a maybe then. A definitely-no until then -- I'd rather continue using my current Apple BT mouse.

And who needs ergonomic when you've got stylish??? ;) :eek: :D

[Hemingray]

Good God, you guys have beat the "wireless/bluetooth" dead horse so much it's turned into glue. :rolleyes:

Since we're on the subject of adding "As soon as it's wireless", I request an option for "Already bought one". :p

[MattG]

Yep, I ordered one. I don't care about wireless, in fact I prefer wired...don't want to deal with batteries. This mouse looks pretty damned cool.

[longofest]

this is weird... I can't vote in the Poll! It says I've already voted, but i definitely haven't yet. Poop on that!

[rickvanr]

I would think about it. I would definitely need to try one at the store first, but it would make a good mouse for my laptop when at home. You'd have to pry the MX1000 from my cold dead hand before I'll stop using it with my Power Mac.

[wdlove]

I'm not sure at this point. My wife said she is interested. My preference is to wait and have it available with a new Mac. Would also like to see a Bluetooth model.

[nagromme]

Some obvious missing options :D

( ) Yes, when the Bluetooth version is out.

( ) No, and neither should anybody else, ever. Even though I haven't tried it.

( ) Yes, because I prefer one button, and this is Apple's best one-button mouse ever.

( ) Yes, because nobody should ever be allowed to have a one button mouse, and this is a great multi-button mouse.

( ) No, because the shape and size are awful and you can't improve upon the classic scrollwheel.

( ) Yes, because the shape and size are great and so is the 360° trackball.

( ) No, because I just bought another mouse and must defend it against all competition!

( ) Yes, but I'm still trying to figure out why I need it.

( ) No, I already have plenty of mice--but I'll still complain about how this mouse is wrong for me.

( ) Yes. See how shiny?

[Trowaman]

b/c I have the BT one now, I'll wait on this one to have BT as well.

BT Keyboard comes before any form of mighty mouse.

[~Shard~]

Some obvious missing options :D

( ) Yes, when the Bluetooth version is out.

( ) No, and neither should anybody else, ever. Even though I haven't tried it.

( ) Yes, because I prefer one button, and this is Apple's best one-button mouse ever.

( ) Yes, because nobody should ever be allowed to have a one button mouse, and this is a great multi-button mouse.

( ) No, because the shape and size are awful and you can't improve upon the classic scrollwheel.

( ) Yes, because the shape and size are great and so is the 360° trackball.

( ) No, because I just bought another mouse and must defend it against all competition!

( ) Yes, but I'm still trying to figure out why I need it.

( ) No, I already have plenty of mice--but I'll still complain about how this mouse is wrong for me.

( ) Yes. See how shiny?

How about:

( ) No, because I'm a perpetual complainer - for now I need to complain that there isn't a BT version out, and then when the BT version is released, I'll be able to complain that it is too expensive and that it drains my batteries too quickly :p

For myself it would be:

( ) Yes, when the Bluetooth version is out so that I can buy the corded version for less money! ;) :cool:

[GodBless]

I definitely won't buy one until I test one out. Here are some reasons why:


If you want to scroll up and down but not sideways you are bound to do it at least a little bit by accident with this mouse because you can't perfectly move the ball in your desired direction. Or can you?
There is not a wireless option as mentioned before over and over again.
It sure seems like it would be easy to accidentally bump the left and the right buttons. (On the mouse you would have to constantly hover your fingers over the mouse until you want to touch the two sensor buttons to click the mouse. Also you would have to move the mouse with your palm to avoid touching the buttons when you aren't clicking them. This is different from how we all use our mice today. Try hovering your fingers over your mouse buttons for more than a minute and moving the mouse with your palm. It is pretty uncomfortable isn't it?)
How are you supposed to pick up the mouse without touching the side buttons?
Why are there 5 buttons but the two side buttons act as only one? It seems like Apple is stealing a button that we would be able to use since there are only 4 buttons feature-wise.
Wouldn't you be bound to scroll while you are clicking the middle button?
I don't think the shape is as good as it could be to make it at least a somewhat comfortable mouse.


I want to test all of these things out to see if it works as it should. If I am satisfied with most of the results I get with the mouse then I will probably get one. If not, then I am glad I tested it first. Right now I am far from satisfied as you can tell from my list above. This mouse doesn't seem to be very user friendly at all.

[ham_man]

No. I never look at my mouse, so appearence isn't important, and I just like my MX1000 more. Wireless, more precise. Just wish Logitech would allow me to customize a few of the buttons... :mad:

[iMeowbot]

Already bought. Forget Logitech, all their potentially interesting models are wrong handed. And every time you make a Bluetooth connection, a kitten dies.

[nagromme]

I definitely won't buy one until I test one out.
Always a good plan :) Same here.


If you want to scroll up and down but not sideways you are bound to do it at least a little bit by accident with this mouse because you can't perfectly move the ball in your desired direction. Or can you?
You can turn off horizontal scrolling entirely if you wish--but if you don't, I'm not sure how it behaves. I've heard conflicting reports.


It sure seems like it would be easy to accidentally bump the left and the right buttons. (On the mouse you would have to constantly hover your fingers over the mouse until you want to touch the two sensor buttons to click the mouse. Also you would have to move the mouse with your palm to avoid touching the buttons when you aren't clicking them. This is different from how we all use our mice today.
NOT true. That WOULD be bad :o The buttons have PHYSICAL CLICK just like any other mouse, and you rest your hand on the button area just like any other mouse. (Emphasis added because a lot of people share the same misunderstanding :) ) No risk of accidental bumping. No change to how you hold the mouse. The touch sensors are NOT for clicking--a physical hinge does that just like the old Pro Mouse--but rather they are for telling left-clicks from right-clicks.

How are you supposed to pick up the mouse without touching the side buttons?
Those side areas used to be used to pick up the mouse in mid-drag without letting go--and it seems that that usage is now lost. BUT it never worked that well anyway to me, and I almost never needed it. Picking up a mouse in mid-drag is always going to be an awkward thing to be avoided. However, you could always disable those buttons to use them the old way. And supposedly the tension on those buttons is enough to prevent accidental clicks--they aren't "buttons" in the sense that other mice have thumb buttons. They are a force-sensing mechanism of some kind. I believe they do move slightly when squeezed, but not with the feel of a normal button.

Why are there 5 buttons but the two side buttons act as only one? It seems like Apple is stealing a button that we would be able to use since there are only 4 buttons feature-wise.
Apple doesn't advertise 5 buttons, and in truth, there's only ONE button in the conventional physical sense (left, right, and middle-click all use the same physical mechanism--the whole shell clicks down just like other Apple mice). Calling those side things "buttons" is misleading--it's a force-sensitive squeeze function, NOT a pair of clickable buttons. They don't feel like buttons nor work like buttons. After all, you can't squeeze something from just one side--so squeeze is a single programmable function. (But if someone finds a way to squeeze a mouse from one side and not the other, I will applaud with the sound of one hand clapping :) )

Wouldn't you be bound to scroll while you are clicking the middle button?
You could, just like with any scroll-wheel mouse. I find in practice that it seldom happens, but it's something to think about when assigning a function to that button. For instance, Apple's default function is Dashboard. Scrolling while entering Dashboard would be a pretty harmless mistake. (And if you want ONLY a middle button and no scrolling, you can turn off scrolling--on either or both axes independently.)


I don't think the shape is as good as it could be to make it at least a somewhat comfortable mouse.
Probably not the mouse for you--everyone has different preferences that way. I like Apple's mouse shape better than any shape I've tried. I hate those huge clunky "ergonomic" mice that take the weight of your whole hand. Talk about tiring! But many people would discover the opposite, for the way they work.

[GodBless]

Thank you nagromme you answered most of my questions and I am looking forward to trying one out! I think the chances of me buying one is pretty certain now! :)

[MrMacMan]

I'm gonna say that ill probably get one, but i just need to see how it works first, cause all those new features might take a little bit to get used to.

:D

[NOV]

i was thinking of picking up a BT wacom graphire
http://www.wacom-europe.com/int/products/graphire/product.asp?lang=nl&type=15

i need a tablet anyway and the mouse seems OK.

[autrefois]

Since we're on the subject of adding "As soon as it's wireless", I request an option for "Already bought one". :p

I had a veritable moral dilemma: whether to answer truthfully or to follow the spirit of the poll. I already bought one, so "no" I'm not going to buy one, but "yes" I did buy one... Should I have said maybe?? :p

Then again, Apple hasn't charged me yet (I got an email saying my order will be delayed). Does this mean I technically haven't bought it yet?...

But anyway, almost everyone who's posted on macrumors the past two days hasn't actually used/tested the mouse. I will reserve my judgment until I receive it. The idea of having a multi-button mouse that is designed basically like a one-button mouse sounds like a good idea to me. I'm sure I'll use the scrolling feature at least.

[d3h872]

Not until it's wireless.

Yeah. Wireless, hopefully Bluetooth. And < $50. Then I'll buy!

[joepunk]

I am in the maybe category. I'll have to try one out at the local Apple store first. Still thinking about purchasing a MX5xx, but with the more advanced features of the new Apple mouse, I might put purchasing an MX on hold for now.

[Dale Sorel]

No thanks, I'm sticking with my old Mx500:

http://www.logitech.com/lang/images/0/851.gif

[tech4all]

Can't say I will, can't say I won't, so I put maybe. A 1 button mouse works good for me. I still want to try one out at an Apple Store first though.

[~Shard~]

No thanks, I'm sticking with my old Mx500:

I'm with you - I have a MX510 and I love it. :cool:

I like the Mighty Mouse too, but not enough to switch...

[SamIchi]

NOT true. That WOULD be bad :o The buttons have PHYSICAL CLICK just like any other mouse, and you rest your hand on the button area just like any other mouse. (Emphasis added because a lot of people share the same misunderstanding :) ) No risk of accidental bumping. No change to how you hold the mouse. The touch sensors are NOT for clicking--a physical hinge does that just like the old Pro Mouse--but rather they are for telling left-clicks from right-clicks.



Hmm, another question. I have a Apple BT Mouse, and I hold my mouse w/ 2 fingers on the top, does that mean, I will have to lift one finger up when clicking a certain side. I don't know if this is goin' to feel wierd or not. I gotta try this. But probably not until a BT one comes out.

And for all those that prefer not to deal w/ batteries, just get some rechargeable ones. I always have some ready, and charged when needed. I never turn my mouse off... that's probably not a good thing (wasting life on the rechargeables), but whatever. Speaking of rechargeable batteries, when do you think they'll come out w/ a rechargeable dock for wireless mouses, if ever. Wouldn't that make sense?

I love my Apple BT Mouse, it's perfect for me. I like how the whole shell is a button, and you can click it from almost any spot on the shell.

[Jaffa Cake]

I think it looks really cool and would be an awesome mouse to own (pending reviews), but right now I just like my MX510 far too much.I was going to post exactly the same thing – I've no complaints with my MX510. I find the moulded shape of the MX much more comfortable to use, for one thing.

[bousozoku]

Well, I'm not too thrilled with any mouse but I would consider it. I'm much more happy with trackballs, esp. Logitech's. Even their wired mice are a bit of a pain. Something with a cord keeper might work.

I like what Apple has done, I'm just not sure that it's for me.

[SamIchi]

I was going to post exactly the same thing – I've no complaints with my MX510. I find the moulded shape of the MX much more comfortable to use, for one thing.

I don't know how people use mouses like that. It's so big. Maybe it's the way I hold the mouse. I have my index and middle finger on the top and the thumb and ring finger on the sides. Only my finger tips touch the mouse and move the mouse. With those big mouses, it's like you have to your whole hand cover the thing.

[Savage Henry]

Thought.

Bought.

Arriving within 48hrs.

Already have an audience at work waiting the arrival.

and for the record BT mice are generally over-rated and not really worth the effort.

[pubwvj]

No because:
1. I just bought a BlueTooth mouse. Love it.
2. The Mighty Mouse is not BT. If it was BT it might make a good remote.

[Alte22a]

Ordered should be in the post tomorrow I hope

[dsharits]

Can't say I will, can't say I won't, so I put maybe. A 1 button mouse works good for me. I still want to try one out at an Apple Store first though.
Same here. I'll definitely try them out, but again, the one button mouse works fine for me, especially along with my new Powermate. :cool:

[~Shard~]

I was going to post exactly the same thing – I've no complaints with my MX510. I find the moulded shape of the MX much more comfortable to use, for one thing.

Exactly. Even without trying the Mighty Mouse out yet, but based on my experience with the Apple mouse that came with my iMac, I can almost guarantee that it will not be as comfortable to use.

Good to see we have the same tastes in sci-fi shows and mouses Jaffa Cake! :cool:

[Trekkie]

I will happily run out and grab one the instant there is a bluetooth one.

[Platform]

Say hello to wireless mighty mouse ... steve!, steve! ... bring the BT one in Paris.

Well I wonder if he will use it :confused: :confused:

[nagromme]

I have a Apple BT Mouse, and I hold my mouse w/ 2 fingers on the top, does that mean, I will have to lift one finger up when clicking a certain side. I don't know if this is goin' to feel wierd or not. I gotta try this. But probably not until a BT one comes out.

And for all those that prefer not to deal w/ batteries, just get some rechargeable ones.
You don't have to do anything special for a left click. For a right click, you must lift your left finger, or at least be resting it only VERY lightly. It seems that most people already have that "left lift" habit even if they don't realize it. But not everyone.

If you have both fingers resting on the mouse, it's always a left-click.

Re batteries: I don't want myself OR my planet to have to deal with battery waste. But I can't stand my mouse cord when I'm traveling with my PB. So what I want is rechargeables for sure, but ALSO the ability to run off the USB charging cord and spare the batteries. (Like an iPod in a way.) And please no charger--just a cord. Why have a cord PLUS a stand?

[tarajt]

I just put an order in for a new PowerBook and added the Mighty Mouse. So glad I don't have to use my old Dell mouse it just wouldn't look right.

Tarajt

[Awimoway]

No thanks, I'm sticking with my old Mx500:

I second that. :)

Apple mice always get the wires slightly stuck underneath -- just enough to prevent it from being pressed down and therefore highly annoying. (Perhaps I have bad mouse technique?)

Anyway, I'm intrigued by the diagonality and the scroll balliness, but the squeezing looks like carpal tunnel aches to me.

Will probably stick with my trusty Mx500 (and the wife's got an Mx700, God bless 'er), but I would like to try the Mighty Mouse out some time.

[eXan]

Maybe ;) :D Looks good

[neildmitchell]

no, I havent gone to a store to try it out yet, but with all the touch sensors, I can just see windows and stuff popping up without wanting them to, I would throw it out the window (literally) Maybe its just me but it seems too gimmicky and that Apple is trying to hard to put too much into a small package.

[nagromme]

Polls are just polls but... I see that less than 1 in 4 respondents have decided they will NOT get one.

Which is a pretty strong positive response considering ALL respondents already HAVE a pointing device :)

For comparison, I direct you to the historic Thread 500 :D

http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=500


Re big "ergonomic" mice:
I don't know how people use mouses like that. It's so big. Maybe it's the way I hold the mouse. I have my index and middle finger on the top and the thumb and ring finger on the sides. Only my finger tips touch the mouse and move the mouse. With those big mouses, it's like you have to your whole hand cover the thing.
I couldn't agree more. But it's interesting to read how many people want total opposites from each other. Good thing there are many different mouse shapes!


no, I havent gone to a store to try it out yet, but with all the touch sensors, I can just see windows and stuff popping up without wanting them to, I would throw it out the window (literally) Maybe its just me but it seems too gimmicky and that Apple is trying to hard to put too much into a small package.
I'd try before you judge. The touch sensors do NOT make it easier to trigger accidentally: you must still click down just like any mouse. And the squeeze function (which is optional anyway) is a force-sensing mechanism, not conventional buttons, and reportedly is calibrated so that accidental squeezes are unlikely. I've never read a review that complained about that happening. It will be different for each person's habits, of course--but don't dismiss it for everyone too soon.

[dsharits]

For comparison, I direct you to the historic Thread 500 :D

http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=500

That's pretty impressive to read all of the negativity posted about the introduction of the iPod and then look at where it is today.

[irmongoose]

Polls are just polls but... I see that less than 1 in 4 respondents have decided they will NOT get one.

Which is a pretty strong positive response considering ALL respondents already HAVE a pointing device :)

For comparison, I direct you to the historic Thread 500 :D


Mmm... I remember those days. I recall I hated the sound of the name iPod, just like, more recently, I found Mac OS X Tiger awkward. I guess you get used to things pretty quick... :o




irmongoose

[~Shard~]

For comparison, I direct you to the historic Thread 500 :D

http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=500


Thanks for the link nagromme, that brings back memories! I had a good laugh reading through some of those comments again... :cool:

[wdlove]

Apparently more Mac users dislike change than I thought. When a product is good and useful then it will be easily accepted. Steve has now made a lot of new household words. I'm looking forward to trying out the Mighty Mouse my local Apple Store.

[nagromme]

I hated the name iPod too :) "Pod?" How generic and irrelevant! This thing plays music! I thought it should have name related to that. But I'm used to it by now--and I never thought it was a bad product, but I did think it was an odd venture to experiment with!

Now... Mighy Mouse I don't think I'll get used to :o but it's only a name. (Apple really DID paint themselves into a bit of a corner, using the term Pro Mouse for their simple model.)


That's pretty impressive to read all of the negativity posted about the introduction of the iPod and then look at where it is today.
And, as a music player, the iPod experience/UI today is virtually unchanged today vs. back then. It's not like the first iPod was a flop and then Apple learned--it was "music done right" from the very start, and has only improved with time. And prices always fall for storage, but people ARE still paying $399 for music players today.

[trappedshadow87]

I don't really want it. I prefer my one button Apple mouse. I've used various Macs since I was 5 years old. 11 years later, I still love the one button. In theory, the idea of the Mighty Mouse is great. In execution,however, I don't think it's that great. If you want a nice 2 button mouse getThe Mouse (http://www.dvforge.com/themouse.shtml) from DV Forge. It's true multi-button, has a real scroll wheel with it's own button, fully mapable buttons, and a bluetooth version for all you wireless nuts. Nice effort Apple, but you've been bested.

[Lacero]

The only time I'm ever going to use a Mighty Mouse is when I buy a new system and it comes standard.

[mkrishnan]

The only time I'm ever going to use a Mighty Mouse is when I buy a new system and it comes standard.

I wonder... I don't see Apple bundling this mouse until they have a BT version, because right now, they offer BT kb/mouse upgrades for all of their desktops, and it would be a difficult sell to go from the mighty mouse to the one-button BT mouse for extra money. :rolleyes:

So I still hope hope hope that a BT version of this is around the corner. :)

[nagromme]

I don't see Apple bundling this mouse until they have a BT version, because right now, they offer BT kb/mouse upgrades for all of their desktops, and it would be a difficult sell to go from the mighty mouse to the one-button BT mouse for extra money.

Good point, even regardless of cost. I suspect a BT version AND bundling (or at least BTO) of the Mighty is on the way.

Making it standard on PowerMacs is a no-brainer. They could go either way with the iMac (as long as you can BTO it), and the Mini already offers the choice.

[Cooknn]

Just got mine today. Finally after almost two years I'll have an all Apple computer setup :D

[diddy]

... And every time you make a Bluetooth connection, a kitten dies.

BWAHAHA.
And I just ordered mine.

[clayj]

Not until it's wireless.Ditto what he said. My whole desktop has ZERO visible wires (wireless keyboard and mouse, speaker and monitor cables carefully hidden), so the last thing I want is an ugly cable stretching across the desk.

[overheated]

it has a cord?.... you have to be kidding me. :eek:

make it BT and i'll buy two.

[~Shard~]

Ditto what he said. My whole desktop has ZERO visible wires (wireless keyboard and mouse, speaker and monitor cables carefully hidden), so the last thing I want is an ugly cable stretching across the desk.

It's one freakin' wire, what's the big deal? And since when are cables ugly? :p ;)

[mkrishnan]

Ditto what he said. My whole desktop has ZERO visible wires (wireless keyboard and mouse, speaker and monitor cables carefully hidden), so the last thing I want is an ugly cable stretching across the desk.

I'm just waiting for the day when laptop batteries work like iPods or cells, and you just recharge it once every two or three days, and do away with that last remaining cable, annoyingly snaking out of the right-hand side of my iBook.... :D

[clayj]

I'm just waiting for the day when laptop batteries work like iPods or cells, and you just recharge it once every two or three days, and do away with that last remaining cable, annoyingly snaking out of the right-hand side of my iBook.... :DWhat we REALLY need is gear that runs through induction, and desks with built-in induction coils. (My model for this is those electric toothbrushes or Candela rechargeable candles that charge just by putting them on their charging base... no visible electrodes, and any orientation of the device will work.) That way, you could just place your laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers, etc. on your desk, and they'd all be charged/powered BY the desk (which would, of course, have to be plugged into the wall). Add Bluetooth/WiFi/USB wireless to the mix, and voilà! Totally wireless computing.

It's one freakin' wire, what's the big deal? And since when are cables ugly? :p ;)You're right, I don't know WHAT I was talking about. :)

[Savage Henry]

place your laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers, etc. on your desk, and they'd all be charged/powered BY the desk (which would, of course, have to be plugged into the wall).So what you mean is ultimately you want a desk top computer with a small screen and a pokey keyboard.

Cables bothered me five years ago. If Apple mad it BT and powerful enough to last 6 months of considerable use, then it would have to be nuclear powered and everyone on the board would be complaining about the price. As it is, there are moans about a small wirey flex that is barely noticeable.

Oh well. Takes all sorts I spose.

[efoto]

I put maybe simply because I don't want a wired mouse with my PB, ruins the ultra-mobile side of things a little bit :rolleyes:

I hope they work a few of the early complaints out and make the wires disappear, then I'll be selling these on the corners :D

[Doga]

Poll answer: Yes. In fact mine was delivered yesterday. I'm pleased with it. Comments here (http://forums.macrumors.com/showpost.php?p=1642769&postcount=1091).

[wrxguy]

I was in an apple store yesterday and i played with the mouse for about 15 minutes and wow, i think its a peice of ****...the scroll wheel is strange and too small ( i think) and the presure sensitive pads on the side are annoying, over all my Mx510 is a 200 times better mouse and i would never buy this new mouse....nice try on a multibutton apple but no cigar...

[~Shard~]

I was in an apple store yesterday and i played with the mouse for about 15 minutes and wow, i think its a peice of ****...the scroll wheel is strange and too small ( i think) and the presure sensitive pads on the side are annoying, over all my Mx510 is a 200 times better mouse and i would never buy this new mouse....nice try on a multibutton apple but no cigar...

Thanks for the feedback, it's good to hear both positive and negative reviews - keeps things more balanced that way.

I have a MX510 as well, so I'll have to try one of these things out in the near future and see if my experiences are similar to yours.

[WinterMute]

No, I don't use a mouse at all, the trackpad on my PowerBook is a very good input device, and I prefer a trackball to a mouse on desktop systems anyway.

[Trekkie]

It's one freakin' wire, what's the big deal? And since when are cables ugly? :p ;)

Option One: Two year old, sneaks into your office by figuring out how to open said door and finds mice with neato red light on it, grabs it, and runs away.

Option Two: Two year old, sneaks into your office by figuring out how to open said door and finds mice with neato red light on it, grabs it, and runs away. His 35 lb weight is heavier than, and his grip on the mouse is more persistant than the mass of my nice 20" iMac G5 and it comes along for a short, but devistating, ride.

That's what is wrong with one freakin wire :D

[TBi]

Option One: Two year old, sneaks into your office by figuring out how to open said door and finds mice with neato red light on it, grabs it, and runs away.

And you find it 20 years later :)

[Nutter]

I picked up the mouse from the Apple Store in Regents Street, and I am very happy with it. There is still a lot of misinformation going around about this mouse, so I would urge people to try it out for themselves!


You can turn off horizontal scrolling entirely if you wish--but if you don't, I'm not sure how it behaves. I've heard conflicting reports.


It is very easy to scroll vertically and horizontally. In fact, it's quite difficult to scroll diagonally.

The scroll ball is, in my opinion, much much better than any scroll wheel I've used.


Those side areas used to be used to pick up the mouse in mid-drag without letting go--and it seems that that usage is now lost.


In actual fact, you can still do this. The side buttons don't function when the mouse is being clicked, and, interestingly, when the mouse isn't touching a surface.

[pubwvj]

Interesting question will be how this can be integrated into gaming... I can see a lot of uses for it in X-Plane and other flight sims. It would be even better if it could operate up in the air sort of like the MacAlley AirSticks which I love. BT would be a big plus on top of that!

[~Shard~]

Option One: Two year old, sneaks into your office by figuring out how to open said door and finds mice with neato red light on it, grabs it, and runs away.

Option Two: Two year old, sneaks into your office by figuring out how to open said door and finds mice with neato red light on it, grabs it, and runs away. His 35 lb weight is heavier than, and his grip on the mouse is more persistant than the mass of my nice 20" iMac G5 and it comes along for a short, but devistating, ride.

That's what is wrong with one freakin wire :D

Ah, the joys of having children and non-locking office doors... :D

[CubaTBird]

i like my mouse.. simple, gets the job done.. keeps on truckin'.. well has been for the last 4 or 5 years... :)

and what about this mouse from ms? came out like 6 mos ago..

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mouseandkeyboard/productdetails.aspx?pid=027

[thequicksilver]

No. I have an irrational love of my current Logitech Mouseman Traveller, and the shape of the Apple mouse just isn't for me for any prolonged use.

[271]

not gonna buy it.

never liked the shape of the apple mouse anyway and my logitech does the business w/o any fuss.

[reberto]

I have been using mine for a few days now. THEY ARE SO COOL! Touchy feely. :p

[dukeblue91]

I was in an apple store yesterday and i played with the mouse for about 15 minutes and wow, i think its a peice of ****...the scroll wheel is strange and too small ( i think) and the presure sensitive pads on the side are annoying, over all my Mx510 is a 200 times better mouse and i would never buy this new mouse....nice try on a multibutton apple but no cigar...

I came back with the same conclusion when I left the Apple store today.
Btw what a sight to see on the Tax Free weekend, that store was sooo packed with people buying that the line circled around the store twice.
From listening to some people there asking questions a whole bunch were switchers.
The Dell cart in the mall had about 15 - 20 people in line as compared to about 120 - 150 at the Apple store.

[Eniregnat]

Bluetooth! I won't buy until then.

[stefman]

but only when a Bt version comes out :)

[cb911]

yeah i would buy one. even a corded version. (if i had the cash :p)

the only reason is... that my current Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer doesn't have the proper drivers for 10.4, so the side buttons don't work properly.

also the scroll wheel would be very useful for apps like PhotoShop, FCP etc. :D i was thinking about getting a Griffin Powermate... but maybe the Mighty Mouse can do everything it can?

[MacCoaster]

One is on its way to me. Ordered it with my Power Mac G5.

Looking forward to it!

[MacFan26]

Not for me. I bought an MX1000 about 3 months ago, it's not really worth it right now to buy a new one. I'd like it to be wireless too, but if I really liked the mouse I'd buy it anyway. I want to try one out first, I'll have to go play around with one at an apple store.:D

[autrefois]

I got it and like it. I think it's aimed mostly at people who have been using a one-button mouse (like me), not for people who are already used to multi-button mice. These people are used to a different feel, whereas the Mighty Mouse to me feels like the one-button (non-BT) mouse in terms of shape and weight, except with more functionality.

Maybe they're trying to transition people from one-button to multi-button mice to coincide with the upcoming Intel switch? Then again, I've always wondered why there were little "tabs" on the sides of the Apple mice. They correspond to where the side buttons are on the Mighty Mouse. Maybe this change has been in the works for years?? :confused: If this is the case, the fact that the BT mouse also has these tabs might mean a BT Mighty Mouse is on the way!

[hob]

I got back from Cuba 2 days ago. I've been out of contact with the world of Apple for 2 weeks - so I was kinda floored when I saw this! Ordered it straight away. It's meant to have a 7-day wait, but it shipped within 24 hours and according to tracking has made it as far as Stanstead airport (should arrive tomorrow!!)

I use the one-button mouse that came with my PowerMac, but I used to use my old Microsoft optical intellimouse with my powerbook. Can't wait to see if it's as good as I hope or as bad as some people say!

[bigandy]

Already purchased two and they have shipped. Should arrive tomorrow.

but why? you only need one at once :p

sorry, am in a sarcastic mood right now... :o

[michaelrjohnson]

I was hoping for the Poll option:

"Yes, if a Bluetooth version is made"

That would have been my choice. I know, I know, Bluetooth, Bluetooth, Bluetooth. That's all anyone ever says around this mouse! I don't need a new BT mouse, I've got one, but I'd love to replace it with a BT MightyMouse.

[Warbrain]

I got it and like it. I think it's aimed mostly at people who have been using a one-button mouse (like me), not for people who are already used to multi-button mice. These people are used to a different feel, whereas the Mighty Mouse to me feels like the one-button (non-BT) mouse in terms of shape and weight, except with more functionality.

Maybe they're trying to transition people from one-button to multi-button mice to coincide with the upcoming Intel switch? Then again, I've always wondered why there were little "tabs" on the sides of the Apple mice. They correspond to where the side buttons are on the Mighty Mouse. Maybe this change has been in the works for years?? :confused: If this is the case, the fact that the BT mouse also has these tabs might mean a BT Mighty Mouse is on the way!

The tabs on the sides of the old mouse are there so that if you click and drag but reach the edge of your desk or whatever, you grab the two tabs and maintain the click.

[neutrino23]

I voted no. I guess I'm the contrarian. I'm satisfied with the current mouse.

[wrldwzrd89]

I bought one...it's on its way. I requested expedited shipping on it for an extra $16 charge since that's how I configured my 1-Click preferences :)

[~Shard~]

I bought one...it's on its way. I requested expedited shipping on it for an extra $16 charge since that's how I configured my 1-Click preferences :)

Whoa, did you mean to do that, or did you forget about your 1-click preferences? To each his own of course, but there's no way I would pay $16 shipping for a $49 purchase (especially a mouse!) That's paying over a 30% premium! :eek: That would be the equivalent of paying over $600 to ship a $2000 PowerMac... are you in that much of a rush to get a mouse? ;)

[FelixDerKater]

I won't go back to a wired mouse. I do want a wireless version, though.

[EricNau]

I have used windows most of my life, and after switching to Apple just several months ago, I love thier one-button mouse! After being on a windows computer for several hours my hand would start to hurt along with my brain! (mostly my right index finger, the one I used to left-click with would start to ache.) With the Apple one button mouse I use two fingers to click on button, and my hand doesn't hurt anymore!

I just wish they would add a scroll ball to my BT mouse.

But as for me, I will not buy one (atleast not in the near future) :)

[~Shard~]

I won't go back to a wired mouse. I do want a wireless version, though.

Funny, the other day one of my friends said the opposite thing pretty much - he tried a BT mouse, but found it less responsive than his corded mouse. Mind you, he does a lot of intense graphic and video design work, as well as gaming, where I could see the extra responsiveness of a wired connection is a huge benefit.

In the end, to each his own - we all have different needs and different likes! :)

[r6girl]

i have one now. played around with one in a store and liked it so thought it would be a good purchase. i like it better than the logitech mx500 one i have. but i'd love to get a bluetooth version as well. the wired version doesn't bother me so much right now as i have an acd for my powerbook at work and just have this mouse plugged into the back of the display all the time.

i do like the feel of the scroll ball and love the horizontal scrolling ability (i'd been eyeing the microsoft mice that also have this feature, but didn't want to support the evil empire by buying one). my only gripes - it's lighter than i'd like, and the cord is a wee bit short (in comparison to my logitech mouse). oh, and i like that it's not shaped specifically for a specific hand (right or left). i switch off every now and then to prevent repetitive motion issues.

marianne

[Detlev]

Got it a couple days ago. Like it better than the Microsoft multi button on another machine here. Love the scroll ball, especially the horizontal scroll for working with large images and those sites designed by people who... (oops, sorry there was a rant coming on).

I'm having a little discomfort with the side buttons and may turn them off as I keep activating Expóse with them. Also, there seems to be some applications that do not recognize it properly. Otherwise, very happy and will most likely furnish each computer with one.

[autrefois]

The tabs on the sides of the old mouse are there so that if you click and drag but reach the edge of your desk or whatever, you grab the two tabs and maintain the click.

All these years and I never knew that. :o Maybe it is a good thing to read the manual, even with a one-button mouse. :)

[wrldwzrd89]

Well. it arrived, and I'm quite happy with it...it did take some getting used to, though.

To the person who asked earlier about shipping - yes, that was done on purpose.

[~Shard~]

To the person who asked earlier about shipping - yes, that was done on purpose.

Fair enough, just curious. :)

[MadDoc]

As a lot of people have said, i'll buy one the moment it's BT.

[LaMerVipere]

You can't even set one of the buttons as a double-click.

What a waste.

[rickvanr]

Ugh, it's so hard to click twice.

[iGary]

Until I figure dout that my display ports didn't play nice with my USB PC cards and that I had to fiddle with Bluetooth, I was about ready to throw the thing in the trash.

Quite like it now, though.

I guess it was never that I didn't like a 2-button mouse, it was that apple didn't make one. Just looked wrong putting a Microsoft mouse with my system.

[eva01]

well i just bought one so i know how i answer this question. ^^ and the side buttons aren't that easy to click (like accidental clicks) so its all ducky with me

[LaMerVipere]

Ugh, it's so hard to click twice.

Why make a mouse with dual-button functionality that isn't configurable to set one button as a double-click? Seems pretty stupid to me. Especially since so much in Mac OS X involves double-clicking things. Or any OS for that matter.

And yeah. After coming from a bunch of Logitech mice, it would be a pain in the ass to "click twice". :rolleyes:

[autrefois]

Ugh, it's so hard to click twice.

I have no problem clicking twice. I've been using it for a couple days now and I haven't had once where I tried to double-click and it didn't do so.

The side buttons I do have occasional problems with, but no problems with left-clicking, right-clicking, or double-clicking.

I'm assuming you've installed the Mighty Mouse software and have tried adjusting double-click speed in System Preferences? I didn't need to adjust System Prefs personally, but that's a possiblity if you're having problems.

EDIT: or do you just mean that you have to click twice instead of programming one of the buttons as a double-click? If so maybe you can give Apple feedback to include that possiblity in the future. I didn't even know that was possible (but then again, I was using Apple's one-button mouse up until this week :) )

[efoto]

I finally got to an Apple Store to test one out and I love it. I would have bought two if they were wireless, sadly the wired-ness of it all kind of ruins it for me, PowerBook and all.

My notes on it:
The tracking is quite good, as was expected. The toggle-ball is awesome IMO, I love both the vertical and horizontal scrolling and find both of them to be quite easy to use. Diagonal scrolling was a bit tricky but doable, although the whole idea itself seems pretty useless save for a few specific applications or large image files.
The two side-click buttons seem a little difficult at first to use, however after playing around with it for a couple of seconds the pressure seems pretty good to avoid accidental pressing. I really like it, can't wait for a BT version :D

[njmac]

I am going to the Apple Store on Monday and play around with the mouse a bit. I'd say 50/50 chance at this point that I may buy one.

[dsharits]

I played with one after they just pulled the first one out of the box on Friday. I really like the feel of it. It feels just like a Pro Mouse. I love the scroll ball, because it is the perfect size and has the perfect resistance. The side buttons work with little effort, and I found them to be useful with Exposè or Dashboard. The right click was a little trickier that I thought it would be, but it works great after you get used to it. If the thing wasn't so darn expensive, I could have justified buying one then. I'll probably buy one when the next revision is rolllled out. I'm perfectly happy with my Pro Mouse for now.

[Lacero]

I went into an Apple reseller store yesterday to replace my old SuperDrive that conked out with a new 16x DL burner. I was milling around and was afraid to say if they had any "Mighty Mouse" in stock. Just saying "Mighty Mouse" sounded so dumb in the store, so I just kept my mouth shut.

[dsharits]

I went into an Apple reseller store yesterday to replace my old SuperDrive that conked out with a new 16x DL burner. I was milling around and was afraid to say if they had any "Mighty Mouse" in stock. Just saying "Mighty Mouse" sounded so dumb in the store, so I just kept my mouth shut.
I had to ask for it, because they hadn't set one up yet, and I didn't feel the least bit ashamed about saying it. :p

The thing that really amazed me was the fact that when they finally got one out, it took one of the guys about 45 minutes to get it working. After that, it still wasn't quite right, so I went to the other end of the store and watched a workshop on Mac OS X (he pronounced it Mac OS "EX") :rolleyes:

Now I know for sure that I want to work there. They NEED me. :D

[wdlove]

My wife went to our local Apple Store today. Mainly because of the MA tax free holiday. The Genius Bar was closed to allow for increased checkout lanes. Mac's of all kinds and software was flying off the shelf. She purchased a Mighty Mouse for her PowerBook. She's reading the literature now and trying to adjust. So far very happy.

[jessica.]

No here is why:
I LOVE my MX1000
I love the BT apple mouse that they have out with the clear and white, it's way nicer.
It's not BT
The scroll button thing needs to be slightly larger to avoid accidental clicking.

[knatre668]

Mouse. Barf. When is Apple going to give us a kickin' trackball?

[Lord Bodak]

As a side note, shouldn't the "Brand new poll every weekday..." statement be taken off the site since, looking at the archives, we haven't had daily polls since February 2004?

[sord]

I like my mighty one button Apple mouse!

(This may be a repost, the poll has been up long enough that I honestly can't remember)

[Stella]

No, definitely not.

After playing with one in the Apple store i found it to be awkward:

- sometimes the 'left' mouse button click didn't register
- the way the mouse sense a right click
- awkward to click both side buttons - why?? Can't see the reason why you can't just click on side of the mouse.

This mouse needs a serious revision.

Very disappointing.

[tchorta]

I'll stick with my BlueTake BT500. Perfect for portability and I have found it very responsive in everything I do Photoshop/Dreamweaver, etc. :rolleyes:

[zap2]

Finnaly Got mini to day UPS took a while and one day i was not home and they try to drop it off but they need my sig, well i have it and it rocks!

[Azurael]

I'd like a wireless version too... My problem is that BT mice are no good for me - if I'm to use a wireless mouse, I need a one with a USB dongle that registers as a standard USB HID device so I can use it with my KVM switch :( Another thing that I find offputting is that I do have a Bluetooth mouse (A Microsoft one, forgot the model) but the motion is really jerky, like some old, cheap, very low DPI optical mice - it might just be this specific one, but my experience so far isn't great. I think I'll stick to my trusty 5-year old wired Logitech USB optical mouse for some time to come yet.

[~loserman~]

NO!!!

I have never used an Apple mouse I liked.
The first thing I ever after opening up a new Mac is to throw their mouse in the garbage and replace it with a REAL mouse.

[rickvanr]

NO!!!

I have never used an Apple mouse I liked.
The first thing I ever after opening up a new Mac is to throw their mouse in the garbage and replace it with a REAL mouse.

why would you throw it in the garbage.. thats just silliness. Apple mice aren't that bad. It's just hard to use it after experiencing the MX1000. I think I'll get a Mighty Mouse to use with my PB when I'm at home.

[~loserman~]

why would you throw it in the garbage.. thats just silliness.

Because I would rather junk fill up the local landfill than my house.

[ajampam]

Till the mighty mouse version, I have never liked their mice....I used to curse them when I had to use the PMs at work....but this one, I am gonna get....ASAP!!!!

[sambo.]

i'm gonna get one whe i get my iMacs next month.

i'm hoping that someone will hack the software for it to make it more game-friendly (sometimes ya gotta hold a right-click then do a left one....) coz according to the reviews it aint so good for that.

should be nice for the Creative Suite. :p

[Sun Baked]

I don't really want it. I prefer my one button Apple mouse. I've used various Macs since I was 5 years old. 11 years later, I still love the one button. In theory, the idea of the Mighty Mouse is great. In execution,however, I don't think it's that great. If you want a nice 2 button mouse getThe Mouse (http://www.dvforge.com/themouse.shtml) from DV Forge. It's true multi-button, has a real scroll wheel with it's own button, fully mapable buttons, and a bluetooth version for all you wireless nuts. Nice effort Apple, but you've been bested.Don't think you want to buy a DV Forge/MacMice product now.

Seems they may have filed for bankruptcy.

http://jackwhispers.blogspot.com/

Don't know what Jack has planned, seemed nobody but Jack knows -- plus if some of the crap he planned to do to his employees may make you think twice.

Edit: Jack denies bankruptcy plans .... no telling what is happening, and a lot more fun in the Jack vs. Phil saga -- but it does seem these companies may be going out of business.

[JW8725]

I wonder wether there are Mighy Mouse clones out there now? Surely other companies would not copy the idea and maybe slap in BT before Apple do themselves?? Anyone come across anything?

[Eevee]

Would not want to buy one (at least not now). Am very happy with my Logitech MX500.

[macEfan]

I don't think its worth it (ill stick with my apple pro mouse'till i get a new system.)

[Dale Sorel]

Would not want to buy one (at least not now). Am very happy with my Logitech MX500.

Ditto™

[jac.blue]

Vote: Poll: Are you going to buy Apple's new Mighty Mouse? (http://www.macpolls.com/?poll_id=479)

No, maybe, ...need to try it out first :)
My left hand is always free...

BUT, what I am really waiting for, is the wireless "Batmouse"!
The Batmouse is a superthin mouse that hides in the "Batcave" to the side of the ibook! Simply push a button and the Batmouse slides out ready to use.

Or the Hovering Emergency BatLight, just push a button and a red optical light is directed towards your ceiling. Simply place your hand intercepting the light.

[I find it very nice on airplanes, although some get spooked out.]

:rolleyes:

[Bear]

I got to try the Mighty Mouse at the Apple Store yesterday.

Pros: The mouse is the right size for my hand
The side buttons are in the right spot for the way I use a mouse


Cons:
You have to lift your left finger for the right click to register
The mouse is not ergonomic due to the right click issue


If Apple can fix the right click issue then I would seriously consider getting a Mighty Mouse. Until that time, I'll stick with the Logitech MX-300 for wired use and TheMouse BT for bluetooth use.

[canadosurfer]

Not until it's wireless !

[JoeKarame]

I bought one today and think it's absolutely fantastic. The one thing that worried me was the right mouse button clicking - but I've discovered that I automatically take my left mouse button finger off the thing when I press down anyway, so it's all good.

And the trackball is superb - just in the right place.

Really happy with the purchase. £35 was a great price for me.

[aprilfools]

This poll is way too old and we need something else. Did the guy that created it die or something? I say false advertising!! Does it not say new poll every weekday? Hello!! anybody home??????

[~Shard~]

This poll is way too old and we need something else. Did the guy that created it die or something? I say false advertising!! Does it not say new poll every weekday? Hello!! anybody home??????

You must be new here - this has been happening off and on for years. ;) Sometimes you just have to be patient until a new one comes along...

[sebisworld]

I won a Mighty Mouse the other day. It's a POS:-) Sorry, but I really don't like the feel of it and I usually like things that come with nipples.

[aprilfools]

You must be new here - this has been happening off and on for years. ;) Sometimes you just have to be patient until a new one comes along...

well than it should say......... new polls when we feel like it (whenever we get around to it).

[~Shard~]

well than it should say......... new polls when we feel like it (whenever we get around to it).

Submit that as a suggestion along with your new poll suggestion. :p ;)

[Techobo]

Doesn't it say we get a new mac poll every day? What's with that?

[~Shard~]

Doesn't it say we get a new mac poll every day? What's with that?

4 out of the 5 posts above just addressed this, but thanks anyway. :p :cool:

[Techobo]

4 out of the 5 posts above just addressed this, but thanks anyway. :p :cool:

ya sorry about that..:P

[~Shard~]

ya sorry about that..:P

No worries, I can't be upset with a fellow Canuck. ;)

[VanMac]

Nope.

Once it goes BT, I'll likely pick one up.

[yamabushi]

Multiple buttons would be nice to have in Powerbooks. I just bought two iBooks the other day (one as a gift and one for me) but I would replace one with a new Powerbook in a heartbeat if it had some new features such as this.

On trackballs - I like them too. My first Powerbook had a trackball.

[Kelmon]

I went to the Apple Store in London a couple of weeks ago with the aim of buying one if I liked it after trying it. Unfortunately, after a play with both the mouse itself and associated software settings I decided against it for 2 primary reasons:

1. The positioning and feel of the side buttons is terrible. I had to change the position on my hand on the mouse (long fingers but otherwise not a big hand) in order to grip the buttons and cause them to activate. The overall feeling was one that was far too strange and I couldn't see the point relative to "normal" buttons.

2. The scroll ball does not scroll the screen far enough vertically per movement of the ball even with the software settings in the System Preferences setting this movement to the maximum. Horizontal scrolling was fine but the vertical scrolling problems were enough to convince me that it would take ages to scroll through a document.

Aside from these gripes there were aspects of the mouse that I liked. The left and right "buttons" felt fine and I had no problems using them. Equally the scroll ball itself felt fine although clicking it required more of a push than I really would have liked.

Overall, I think the mouse has promise but that it needs to have some of the functional aspects addressed instead of the design. Perhaps a revision will cure some of my gripes and, at which point, I will have no problems putting down the cash.

[bobbybemac]

In one word...No.

[ohcrap]

Yeah, if I hadn't already bought my BT mouse. Anyone want to trade?

I'm a little weary of the Mighty Mouse because of all the bad things I've heard, but when it comes down to it, I really don't mind wired mice and as long as everything works, I'm happy. Maybe I'll head to the nearest Apple retailer and test it out. :)

[~Shard~]

Maybe I'll head to the nearest Apple retailer and test it out. :)


That's usually the best way to find out if you like it or not. :)

[Jaffa Cake]

I don't know how people use mouses like that. It's so big.I've just got big hands. :)

[LFrascogna]

My wife likes it, and I said we will get one when it gets wireless. The wireless on the iMac is just too seamless.

I also found that I naturally pick up my right finger to right click.

[iFaulder]

I like using my one button black Apple Pro Mouse. So I don't see me upgrading any time soon.

[EricNau]

Originally Posted by iFaulder
I like using my one button black Apple Pro Mouse. So I don't see me upgrading any time soon.

I agree, it makes it easier to sit at the computer all day long without my hand hurting.

[Mike Teezie]

Initially, I thought no.

But I just used a friend's, and was really impressed. The right click functionality (finally) was nice. The scroll wheel was really neat, though the horizontal scroll could be faster. I think there is a little app out there somewhere that lets you crank it up, so that's not much of a problem.

My friend had his set to the side buttons activated Expose, which was quite handy and cool. But unfortunately the side buttons are too difficult to push in.

I think I'll pick one up when I order my Nano dock.

[caps_Lock]

I've just recently switched to macs from pcs so I will probably pick it up sometime this week.