Microsoft SideWinder: What a mouse!!

By Peter Csorba, in Games, posted: 22-Aug-2007 19:11

As you might know I like playing online games. Actually I am addicted.
Besides the good PC (which I dont have at the moment) a good peripherial, like a mouse could do a lot to become a better player.

I used a Logitech MX-518, which has been already designed for gaming and then this year I bought a Razer Copperhead mouse, which is one of the best for this purpose (I think, from my experience).

I was not surprised when Microsoft co-operated with Razer and introduced the Habu mouse earlier. (which was tested by freitasm too here on GZ).

And now I am reading this on Reuters.com:

Microsoft targets hard-core gamers with new mouse

SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp. (MSFT.O: Quote, Profile, Research) said on Tuesday it plans to introduce a computer mouse designed for PC gaming, in an effort to capture a growing segment of the computer peripheral equipment market.
Microsoft's new SideWinder mouse, which will target hard-core computer video game fans, allows nearly 5,000 different adjustable settings, including weight, materials and touch.

The new mouse comes with a small liquid crystal display between the thumb and index finger to keep track of game functions and settings.

Executives at Microsoft said computer gaming is growing rapidly and sales of mice catered to video game use has increased at a double-digit pace. Rivals Logitech and Razer Group also manufacture computer mice for video games.

The SideWinder mouse will sell for $79.95 when it becomes available in October.

After a little search I found this picture and a small briefing on Microsoft.com:

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/gaming/productdetails.aspx?pid=100

Elevate your skills with a revolutionary mouse designed to provide you with unprecedented performance, handling, and adaptability. Customize your mouse with every game you play using advanced software and adjustable accessories. Use the first ever LCD display on a gaming mouse for macro recording and DPI settings to reduce on-screen interference during game play.

Shape Designed for Handling

On-the-Fly DPI Switching

First-Ever LCD Display on a Mouse

Cable Anchor + Accessories Storage Box

Quick Launch Button

» See all features

Geeez, what a mouse! 5000 adjustable settings! Wow! Will it be good? As good as "ugly"?

Let's see after October! And I hope Geekzone will have one for testing.

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Comment by paradoxsm, on 22-Aug-2007 23:11 , user id: 8664)

It looks stunning, hopefully the build quality is up there and the wheel has a stiff click when scrolling.

I'd certainly look at one as my faithful super bargain $10 DSE one is starting to wear out.

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Peter Csorba
Sydney
Australia

In my private life I am a non-professional websurfer.
I am living in Sydney at the moment as I had to relocate in June '08 because of my work.
Shame on me, I know.

In my professional life I am working for a big international mobile company in the Network Implementation area.

Some "geeky things" we have at home:
IBM T61 laptop
Sony Vaio SZ laptop
iPod Nano 1GB
iPhone 3G
Nokia N95-1
Nokia 6500 classic
Nokia N770 Internet Tablet
Esky Lama v4 4ch eletric helicopter :)

Games I play:
Call of Duty 4
Enemy Territory: RTCW
Enemy Territory: Quake Wars

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