Kensington Optical Elite

usability, price, reliability, design, size

82% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

I got this mouse as a Christmas gift in 2010, and now 2 years later it's still working like a champ. Really good responsiveness, and the laser works on most surfaces. I'm really satisfied

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Smooth as silk, comfy, good tracking. Using it on Mac OS ; The *primary* buttons have a satisfying click, although they feel only just above the "cheap" level ; Fits nicely in my hand, and is comfy for long-term use. I have large palms ; I don't game...

The side buttons accidentally click too easily. The edge of my thumb sits on one when I hold it, and by default that button is configured to Exposé, which means I end up throwing my windows around a lot. Worst part is, the driver App *refused to...

This is a replacement for another kensington mouse I had for 5yrs

the middle button stop working

Works as a usb mouse

Doesn't come with a PS/2 Adapter as described. It says that it has PS/2 compatibility which is a complete lie. There's no PS/2 adapter in both of the mice I purchased for this reason ; Called their technical support and they told me this model NEVER...

It has 5 buttons as stated...now to the cons

W/O and W/ the drivers that came with the mouse the mouse has a terrible lag problem doing anything on the computer where it will hitch in place and you have to pick the mouse up and set it down to get it to unstick. I am a gamer and this is unacceptable

Excellent replacement for my all-time favourite 5 button, dual wheel O-35G mouse, only just recieved it hours ago but already a big difference in speed and response. Great for my needs with gaming, graphics and all around general use. Perfect fit for...

No problem with being environmentally friendly, but absolutely no packing peanuts or airbags, just packaged mouse in giant empty box... both shipping container and mouse package damage, luckily nothing bad enough to refuse accepting it. No USB/PS2...

Very nice 5 button mouse, nice rubber grip and a good size for my small to average size hand

the right button, number 5 for going forward in pages seems to be at a slightly awkward spot for my pinky, might just be my hand

It works, fits well into the hand. The cable is a bit more substantial then on some models - hopefully this is a sign that it will last longer. It is very ligh weight.. this can be a pro or con, depending on user prefference

None.. very lightweight - pro or con depending on user. I like the light weight feel

I've had this mouse for years....I'm 22 now and got this baby when I was, oh, 16 or 17 I'd say. I used it through hardcore years of CS, WoW, Adobe work, school work, countless other games here and there. My Kensington logo on the top completely wore...

Laser is starting to die...mouse disappears for a few seconds every hour or so. Still not a huge issue but time for another. After 5 years, I am more than happy with how long it lasted

It's a larger mouse

Had to press down too hard on the left button to keep button to keep engaged