Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 185 reviews of Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the durability and size are on the whole positive. The design and usability are also mentioned favorably.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 28 user reviews of Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the reliability and durability. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably.

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Sep, 2024

Expert review by : Hardware Pacers (hardware-pacers.com)

Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer 3.0

The IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is a fine product. The noticeable differences from its predecessors are its charcoal gray color, slight change in the mouse curvature (sleek design) and the increased responsiveness (9000 fps). The mouse does feel a...

Sleek design, Cool appearance

Heavy

Dec, 2006

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Expert review by : Consumer Guide (howstuffworks.com)

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 Review and Prices

Microsoft's popular IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 was first introduced several years ago, but it was removed from the market to make room for later models. Many users complained about the missing 3.0 version, so Microsoft has re-imagined the input device...

Comfortable, programmable buttons, better scroll wheel

Right-click button very sensitive, not ideal for lefties

Nov, 2006

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Expert review by : Joe DiFiglia (computingondemand.com)

Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer 3.0

Today's computer users have traveled far from the good ol' days when computers were run by cards and mice were caught in traps. Today we have a "slew" of products to navigate through our everyday computing. Until the day that computers will recognize...

Apr, 2003

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Expert review by : Robert Stein (activewin.com)

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 (2006)

One of the latest hardware devices coming out of Redmond is all about bring back a hardware classic (and all time favorite) - all while improving the product with the latest technology, and providing superior value for gamers and power users. This...

Proven Classic ; Precision Booster

No Tilt Wheel

This mouse marks the first time Microsoft has re-released a past hardware product because of the popularity of the previous model. The already great optical technology has been vastly improved to be more responsive, more precise, and much smoother...

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Expert review by : Good Gear Guide.au (goodgearguide.com.au)

Expert Review

While hardcore gamers will want the increased accuracy of the Logitech G5 or Razer Copperhead, the Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is a cheaper alternative for those who still want an extremely accurate mouse on a budget.

Accurate and comfortable

No third shortcut key

Feb, 2006

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Expert review by : Rich Brown (cnet.com.au)

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0

Microsoft's updated IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 brings a few gamer-friendly tweaks to the design of the venerable mouse. We don't expect that it will win over the hardcore gamer, but for everyone else, the IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is a fine mouse with...

Affordable ; Precision Booster feature lets you customise sensitivity settings ; Customisation software is easy to use ; Wider base gives more wrist support

Thumb side buttons need more tactile response ; You'll sacrifice a button for the Precision Booster

Another gripe we have is with the two thumb buttons. They don't have a great tactile response when you press them, and the rear one feels especially mushy. The feeling doesn't really affect the functionality, but we like to feel a bit of resistance...

Aug, 2006

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Expert review by : Rich Brown (zdnet.com.au)

Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0

We don't expect that it will win over the hardcore gamer, but for everyone else, the IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is a fine mouse with only a few minor issues.

Aug, 2006

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Could be better

The package matches the part # listed but the picture is very misleading. The mouse is actually grey, not black. I suspect they purposefully used the glare to make it look darker than it is (the surface is shiny). I have a bluetooth intellimouse, and...

It has a decent layout

Very smooth slippery surface, that does not afford any grip. The rear thumb button feels soft and recessed, it is hard to purposefully click it in a hurry, and easy to accidentally click

Mar, 2011

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