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Microsoft SideWinder X8 Reviews
Mouse - optical - 7 button(s) - wireless - 2.4 GHz - USB wireless receiver - black More product details
$67.99
Hybrid wired/wireless design eliminates downtime between battery charges ; BlueTrack sensor... (cnet.com)
Microsoft's latest Sidewinder mouse, the X8, combines a wireless design with the latest in... (maximumpc.com)
alaTest Review Summary for Microsoft SideWinder X8
We have collected and analyzed 19 expert reviews and 64 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 74/100 and users rate it 78/100. The average review date is June 17, 2009. We have compared these reviews to 85903 reviews from other Mouse & Pointing Devices. The alaScore™ for this product is 98/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 21, 2009.
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Expert Reviews (19)
Microsoft SideWinder X8 Mouse
Hybrid wired/wireless design eliminates downtime between battery charges ; BlueTrack sensor expands mousing surface options ; easy on-the-fly macro recording ; 4,000 DPI maximum
Scroll wheel needs a better grip ; signal drop-off in wireless mode at high sensitivity
Microsoft's SideWinder X8 isn't the only mouse that can swap seamlessly between wired and wireless modes, but between its BlueTrack sensor and its on-the-fly macro recording capability, not to mention a competitive price, we can imagine few PC gamers ...
The SideWinder X8 has an attractive, futuristic design that's smoothes out...
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Microsoft Sidewinder X8
Microsoft's latest Sidewinder mouse, the X8, combines a wireless design with the latest in optical sensor technology. Sporting a proprietary BlueTrack sensor, the X8 will work on most any surface, including granite and marble, which are problems for ...
Like the Razer Mamba, which we reviewed last month, the X8 features a play and charge cable. Using a magnetic power adapter that quickly and easily snaps into place, you can convert the X8 from battery power in mere seconds, should your battery die. ...
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Review: Microsoft SideWinder X8 Gaming Mouse
Microsoft's SideWinder gaming gear has been around for close to two years now and line has expanded from a single mouse to a few different products. We have looked at a lot of it in the past and while it all always looks impressive on paper, I ...
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User Reviews (64)
"Not as good as the Logitec Revolution"
I own this mouse and the Revolution and, quit...
Recharge method
Button configuration is limited
"Very good mouse, does the job well"
I've been using this mouse for a month, and i...
wireless, long battery life, good thumb buttons, on the fly DPI change and multiple sets of feet ensure good customization
very big, scroll wheel not fantastic, no battery charge indicator
I have the original
I have the original sidewinder and I have smaller hands and I love it.
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Manufacturer's Description
The SideWinder X8 Mouse offers wireless freedom with wired performance with a 2.4GHz wireless connection that is built for lag-free play. The SideWinder mouse features an innovative play-and-charge system to ensure a nonstop gaming experience - with no need to stop the game to change batteries. The SideWinder X8 Mouse is a top performer thanks to Microsoft's proprietary BlueTrack technology that gives this mouse the best frame rate, speed and acceleration on the market.
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