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First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

cybergrunt — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 23:11:06 EDT

@LexTalionis: look out mums and dads, Timmy's found a new place to store his stash.

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Lex Talionis — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 22:55:06 EDT

instead of weights inside that slot thing maybe we could store other stuff, like sweets and snacks, so during gameplay, we'd never ever have to let go of the mouse ever again :o

Lex Talionis

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

O-Z — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 14:40:02 EDT

@pilott: I like trackballs as well. I actually bought several Trackman wheels just in case Logitech decides to drop them.

I'd like to see a the trackman redone with a G era "soft touch" finish and a slightly adjusted profile (the arch is just a hair too flat, imo).

O-Z

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

O-Z — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 14:33:44 EDT

@xenothaulus: I second the G5 recommendation. At first use, It will feel lopsided coming from an explorer but overall I think it's the best thing available right now and it's very cheap.

O-Z

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

O-Z — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 14:28:14 EDT

MS has traditionally put out some nice mice. This one doesn't look so hot though. I'm not just talking about the visual either.

I'm pretty obsessive about mice and have a large collection of just about every Razer/Logitech model to prove it.

1.) Weight options should follow the G5. The wide 9 slot cartridge allows for adjusting weight as well as balance in increments as small as .3g using a combination of 2.5g and 1.7g pucks. Balance is important if you *ever* pick the mouse up, which most everyone does whether you realize it or not.

2.) The flat edged scroll-whell does not look comfortable and would force hand posture.

3.) The concave main buttons are good, but a bit angular and the material looks questionable.

4.) I still haven't seen a good set of thumb buttons on any mouse.

O-Z

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Hvedhrungr — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 14:10:40 EDT

@xenothaulus: I have big hands as well. While I use a Puck at work (it's too old to be stolen, and works great on almost any crappy mousepad), I have a Razer mouse at home. It has a relatively long body that helps with big hands.

@pilott: I've been using a Trackman Wheel from Logitech for years on my Linux machines. I believe it's the longest lived mouse I have ever used. The best part? If it ever breaks down, they're still available at a somewhat costly $50.

Hvedhrungr

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

pilott — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 13:19:44 EDT

i just want to know when MS (or someone) is going to make an updated version of the thumb trackball ([www.microsoft.com])
i have been using these since DOOM ][ and i have tried playing games with a G5 and other gaming mice, and I just cant do it.

pilott

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

typoink — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:57:01 EDT

Ack. The 180-degree button makes me glad I'm gaming more on consoles than PC these days. I hate going online knowing I'm potentially going up against folks who've paid for toys to give them an edge.

typoink

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Evodico — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:49:53 EDT

Meh... I'll keep my Logitech G7. Although a similar 180-spin option in their SetPoint software would be nice.

Evodico

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Mio — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:28:08 EDT

" I hope MS lose the screen."

They could always use an epaper type deal to make it so that it doesn't eat up battery.

Mio

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Angus — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:12:48 EDT

@xenothaulus: at first i thought you said "my MOM has been slowly dying..." im glad i reread that. if you really want a nice comfortable mouse i highly recommend the logitech G5. I think you can get the older model for $30 or so?

Angus

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

xenothaulus — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 09:08:47 EDT

My mouse has been slowly dying for the past year or so, but I'm loathe to replace it. Any other I've tried out has either not fit well in my hand, or feels like I'm going to break the damned thing (big hands). It's a Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer and just feels perfect. Of course, they've redesigned it and now it's crap, so I'm holding onto my old one as long as I can.

xenothaulus

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Windhawk — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 08:28:20 EDT

Sidewinder, "You have failed me at BF2 for the last time."

*G A C K*

Windhawk

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

tamoko — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:42:22 EDT

I like the idea of customizeable weights for a little more "heft" to my mousing, but this might be a ridiculous was of time. A Nostromo unit might offer more functionality... and I second losing the shitty LCD - if you don't already know what DPI your at, maybe you shouldn't be buying this thing.

tamoko

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

xhx — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:04:45 EDT

Is this another Razer/MS joint venture?

xhx

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

pnau — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 06:54:48 EDT

Darth Vader designed, maybe. Scorpius from FarScape designed, defintely... It even has the bit that comes out of his head it just needs to rotate.

pnau

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

gokieks — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 04:20:03 EDT

I think I'd still stick with a Logitech G5 (the new one), which seems to do pretty much everything this does while offering more buttons and a more ergonomic shape (that I've enjoyed since the MX500/700).

gokieks

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

translatingthename — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 04:12:51 EDT

I found a partial review of this mouse that goes into more detail about the features and stuff... pretty good read. [hardware.gotfrag.com]

translatingthename

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

translatingthename — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 04:11:49 EDT

I like how the lighting makes it look as though it is being flung across the desk by rocket boosters...

translatingthename

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

lionelbob — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 04:00:24 EDT

@TheDoomer: Brannock device

lionelbob

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Pinkmeister — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 03:50:43 EDT

Look at the sharp edges on that hideous.... mouse contraption. This is Microsoft's Razor.

Pinkmeister

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Hvedhrungr — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 03:14:20 EDT

@cello: Who are you trying to convince?
I'm using an Apple puck because I love the little thing...

Hvedhrungr

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

cello — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 02:57:33 EDT

nothing will beat a ball and serial connection.

cello

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Hvedhrungr — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 02:50:42 EDT

Looks slick. The LCD is superfluous. If they release a wireless model, I hope MS lose the screen.
2000dpi is nice. Form factor is OK, too. The price, of course, is ridiculous.

Hvedhrungr

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

br4nd0nh347 — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 02:46:50 EDT

Not bad MS, not bad, maybe logitech will start sweating.

I like the thumb buttons, looks like they can be easily pressed.

br4nd0nh347

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

endless — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 02:40:05 EDT

"spin 180 degrees"

why?... what if the bad guy is at 179.4 degrees? does it have a button to do that?

endless

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

Brian Lam — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 02:37:32 EDT

@TheDoomer: +1 comment. Awesome.

Brian Lam

First Look at Microsoft's Crazy Sidewinder Gaming Mouse (Designed by Darth Vader)

TheDoomer — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 02:36:48 EDT

The side looks like one of those foot measuring things at shoe stores.

TheDoomer