Notebook Mouse - Bluetooth Or Usb Receiver?

[Rya]

Hi All! I'm needing to purchase a mouse for my notebook that was ordered last week. I picked up a bluetooth laser mouse by Targus today (after rebate & in-store discount - $9.99, normally $69.99!!). I've read several reviews & there are not alot of possitive things being said about it or bluetooth models in general. Has anyone tried the Targus mouse (not the "mini-mouse") or any bluetooth model? What are your thoughts? Thanks!

[daphenom33]

bluetooth mice arent bad...they are pretty convient....but sometimes the problem is that the mouse and laptop have issues connecting to one another...or it doesnt recognize the movement sometimes....ohh and i dont know how targus is but if it doesnt come w/ a recharging stand....the batteries can be a pain...overall though they are good those are just some of the problems you may have :)....plus only 10 bucks you cant go wrong :)

[Rya]

bluetooth mice arent bad...they are pretty convient....but sometimes the problem is that the mouse and laptop have issues connecting to one another...or it doesnt recognize the movement sometimes....ohh and i dont know how targus is but if it doesnt come w/ a recharging stand....the batteries can be a pain...overall though they are good those are just some of the problems you may have :)....plus only 10 bucks you cant go wrong :)

Thanks for the advise. Actually, I'd have to do the rebate thing to get the $40.00 back, but that's not a big deal. After checking lots of websites last night, people just aren't liking the bluetooth tech. as a whole. Problems with the mouse going to sleep & not waking back. If this was just a personal computer where lost time & minor quirks didn't matter, then I wouldn't mind the problems. I'm just not sure I want the hassle. I'm having to go on several business trips per year & I'm going back to school so I don't have time for the connection to drop (nor do I have the patience). But.... I think I'll try it & see. $10.00, it's practically disposable. I also found an optical Kensington that I like. It's really flat and smooth like the Mac mouse, but even flatter.

Thanks again!

[indiasfinest]

i love blutetooth technology, i have it built into my laptop, so i transfer pics and songs wirelessesly to my phone and its great, if you already have it built in, i suggest you go for it. if you ahve to put in an adapter, might as well go wireless

[Rya]

i love blutetooth technology, i have it built into my laptop, so i transfer pics and songs wirelessesly to my phone and its great, if you already have it built in, i suggest you go for it. if you ahve to put in an adapter, might as well go wireless

Yep, it's built in. My hubby built me a very nice computer. Thanks for the advise!

[indiasfinest]

lol np