All links please the spaces between the letters at http remove. Amazon may well no external links.
Now the mouse itself:
Ergonomics:
I rate based on my hands. On this table for measuring hand size to reach the area S (please note that the display appears genuinely to 100%):
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Ergonomically not too much is promised, the special shape is super comfortable and well thought out. For years I was of the opinion that better ergonomics is almost impossible as my Logitech MX518 veteran, and was disabused. After a moment I will get used no longer go back now, so comfortable is the Sculpt. Shoulder, back and wrist are instantly relaxed noticeably. A revelation for all the long and hard work on the PC need.
All buttons are useful and appropriate within easy reach. However, anyone who has huge paws could get into trouble eventually. Here try in the next Saturn or MediaMarkt and the exhibits best.
Technology:
The mouse is powered by 2 AAA batteries Standard, information about the operating time I can not do.
The sensor works to date on all the tested surfaces, easily except glass. The mouse works accurate, but can not get dedicated gaming - zoom mice, which is not surprising.
The buttons can be freely programmed in theory (except the Windows key), making at right and left mouse button but little sense. The mouse wheel also can not be programmed on all 4 trails, just up and down can be substantiated. The lateral back button can be customized easily.
You can find the needed drivers to adapt here: [.....]
Now for the biggest point of criticism, which justifies my view two star deduction:
The included receiver is fixedly coupled to the mouse, that is, it breaks down, it is not possible for a replacement or to purchase the entire mouse is de facto useless and stands or falls on the receiver. I've created this in Microsoft Forum a request (in English) also referred to therein Link provides an interesting insight into the problem:
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Also to be noted is that it will be delivered at the recipient is not an example used in products Logitech Nano stick Is but a very large and bulky 2.4GHz receiver. This is no problem for the home / office use, but who must also be aware of the use of the laptop, and thus toying mobile that the stick can not remain simply plug in the USB slot. Too big is the danger that he breaks off and is damaged, leading to the above problems. Thus, even that is not possible using a protective bag for the laptop with an attached receiver.
Now to the conclusion:
The Microsoft Suclpt Ergonomic Mouse is ergonomically a revelation. Here is the great device but. By the above-described technical shortcomings for Russian Roulette warranty Breaks the fragile receiver, the mouse is irrevocably unusable. Who is affected out of warranty takes the tube.
Pro:
+ Excellent ergonomics (with normal hand size)
+ Useful hotkeys (With Windows 8, useless in Windows 7)
+ Solid sample
+ Works well on many surfaces
+ 4-way scroll wheel
Cons:
- Possible case of a defective receiver product unusable because no replacement
- Keys insufficiently adaptable
- No stand-by mode. Mouse must be turned off manually.
I hope I could help one or the other. I eat out a the risk to the recipient, as the mouse has to work unsurpassed comfort. I hope Microsoft takes the often mentioned in their own forum criticisms to heart and brings an improved successor to the market.
Best Regards,
Moth
