Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000

Extremely comfortable design. Comes in two colors. Works wirelessly via RF. Receiver snaps onto bottom of mouse when not in use and turns the mouse off automatically. Works off one included double-A battery

Larger than most notebook mice. No way to tell when the battery is running low

The 3000 measures 2.3 by 3.9 by 1.5 inches, and weighs 3.2 ounces, so it’ll fit nicely in the side pocket of a bag. The mouse doesn’t use Bluetooth, so you have to attach an included USB receiver to your Mac. Fortunately, you can latch the receiver to...

The 3000 also worked well when we ventured off the mouse pad to a bare desk, pants leg, or most other surfaces. It doesn't match the traction of the laser mice we've tested -- the pointer stood still when we slid the mouse across glossy photo paper,...

Wireless ; 6 months battery life ; Small, but comfortable for short periods of time ; Incredibly precise ; Linux & Mac friendly ; Priced right

Had to connect to Windows Update to install driver ; Driver not included with mouse ; USB receiver, when placed in mouse, sticks out

Towards the back of the mouse, is a button that pops the top off, to allow insertion of the battery.

Optical Technology ; Design ; Cord

Slightly More Expensive than Competition ; Some users may want retractable cord

This mouse is perfect for the mobile user. The Microsoft Notebook Optical Mouse has a great design and is small enough to bring anywhere, and in combination with the Optical technology will work anywhere on anything, too. Even though it is...