Hi, I really like the wireless mighty mouse and I am thinking of buying it but I wanted to ask If it is really worth buying the wireless version?? Also what are some advantages and disadvantages of this mouse?
The wireless Mighty Mouse uses laser tracking, while the wired uses optical. To put it simply, laser tracking is far more accurate, which is important if you are doing photo work, gaming, etc. The WMM is also bluetooth, which means you don't use up any USB ports, which if you have a large number of USB devices is good.
I like the Mighty Mouse (I have the wired version), but when I was looking at prices, I found the price of the wireless MM to be too much so I got a RF based Microsoft Wireless Mouse. Problem is it uses one of my two USB ports, so I might consider the MM or another bluetooth solution in the future. Its a matter of price, and choice. If you want the 360º scrolling that only the MM can offer, then go for it. If you want to save a few $$$ look at other brands. Logitech , Microsoft and others offer some great mice. Laser mice are more expensive and the MM is about right in terms of what it offers though.
The advantage of wireless is easy to see, no wires all over your desktop, and freedom of movement, no strings attached, bumping your hand... having to push the cord out of the way etc. The disadvantage, as with any wireless mouse, it needs batteries, and batteries die. That said, my mouse is almost four months and and still has the originals, not bad if you ask me. Now, MM have the known issue of clogging scroll wheels, that you have to keep in mind. There are ways of dealing with this issue, and I find the 360º scrolling in photo files to be worth that small bit of effort to deal with it.
Be aware that the Wireless Mighty Mouse eats batteries alive.
If you're going to get one, make sure you have a charger and
a sufficient number of NiMH batteries (I would suggest at least
4, so you have 2 charging/chared while 2 are in use in the mouse).
I must say I love my Wireless MightyMouse and haven't had any battery problems at all (had it for a couple of months and am still on the first set of batteries....
I really enjoy my Mighty Mouse, but it is not for everyone. It might require a slight change in your mousing habits (i.e. having to lift your left finger to right click). It is also not the best for games- the scroll ball is wonderful for scrolling but too sensitive for accurate use in games and it is impossible to do a simultaneous right and left click.
I would highly recommend you visit an Apple Store or another retailer who has the Mighty Mouse in stock so you can try it to see if it suits you. Having said all that, I'm in love with it. The battery life for me has been very good, but you have to make sure you turn it off when not in use or it will eat batteries like crazy.
Good luck, hope this helps!
John
17" MacBook Pro (Intel Core Duo) Mac OS X (10.4.8) 2 GB RAM, 7200 RPM 100 GB Hard Drive, Glossy Screen, Airport Express
Looks are nice. Wireless with Bluetooth technology is good. Tracking is accurate and mousing and scrolling are easy. Clicking less so. Keeping the scroll ball clean is important. I find the battery life to be normal. Retail list price is a bit high, but you pay for looks, I guess.
