Apple Mighty Mouse Kit
by Apple Computer
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Manufacturer: Apple ComputerModel: MB112LL/A
Color: White
Product features:
- 360-degree scrolling
- Touch-sensitive technology
- Top-shell design matches other Apple products
- Ability to pan images
- Pre-programmed side button launches Dashboard
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Apple Mighty Mouse Kit
Customer Review: Not up to Apple design standards
Summary: 2 Stars
Luckily I did not have to purchase this mouse, as I am able to try it out on my Macs at work with which it shipped. However, if you are purchasing a Mac Mini which doesn't come with a mouse... do not consider this debacle design from Apple. At a hefty $49, there are many other options better than this mouse and for a lot cheaper (Microsoft Intellimouse Optical Mouse or Kensington 72213 Mouse-in-a-Box Optical USB Mouse (PC/Mac)). This Apple mouse really should be priced at about $19, not $49.
This Apple mouse finally supports the long awaited "right click" after many years of resistance by Apple, which insisted the one button mouse was as good as it could ever get. Unfortunately, the primary and secondary buttons on this mouse are not delineated clearly. In other words, the left and right click buttons are activated more by touch and pressure in a general area on the mouse. This may confuse some people.
The scroll ball is actually quite novel in that you can scroll up and down and side to side or 360 degrees. Additionally the scroll ball can be programed to do another funtion when clicked. I have mine programmed to replace the Application Switcher (normally Command+Tab).
The shape of the mouse reminds me of just an elongated version of the much disdained hockey puck mouse that Apple produced a few years back. Apple could really stand to humble itself and take a page out of Microsoft's book when it comes to mice design.
Finally the bane of this mouse: the programmable 4th button that is located on both the lower right and left sides. It is completely useless. It is located right where I place my thumb and ring finger, and the least amount of pressure will activate whatever function it is programed to do (ie Expose'). I'm not sure how else you could hold the mouse to avoid this problem. Needless to say, I have opted to turn the fourth button off in the system preferences.
I have two macs with these mice at work. I haven't replaced them because I like the scroll ball vs. the typical scroll wheel and they came with the Macs. But if I had to actually purchase this mouse separately or as an upgrade to an older Apple mouse, I would avoid it.
Pros:
- Scroll ball that scrolls up, down, right, and left.
- Despite not being very evident, the left and right click do work well
Cons:
- Un-ergonomic shape
- Programmable 4th button on sides is worthless
- Pricey
Description of Apple Mighty Mouse Kit
The Mighty Mouse combines the capability of a multibutton mouse with Apple's signature top-shell design for both form and function. Mighty Mouse's Scroll Ball features miniature sensors that allow you to manipulate what appears on your screen merely by moving your finger. The 360-degrees scrolling perfectly positions to roll smoothly under just one finger. Touch-sensitive technology under Mighty Mouse's seamless top shell detect where you're clicking, transforming your sleek, one-button mouse into a two-button wonder. Pan images in iPhoto, view timelines in iMovie HD and Final Cut Pro, traverse bars in GarageBand and Logic Pro while sipping your morning cup of coffee or typing. Pre-programmed to launch Dashboard, Mighty Mouse's side buttons show you all your open windows in Expose with a squeeze. Mac OS X gives you the capability to choose any application from the intuitive System Preference pane.Digital Cameras & Photo Categories
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