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Logitech Mini Optical Mouse... feels weird to me.

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Deleted User 37864
Profile Blog Joined June 2008
780 Posts
July 29 2009 11:44 GMT
#1
So almost every Progamer in Korea uses the Logitech Mini Optical Mouse.
I hear many arguments for this.
-Some people say that the older Progamers used this before all the good mouses ever came out (Razer..) and the current Progamers are just conforming.

-Others say that it IS a really good mouse to use for Starcraft.

Someone posted a link for NewEgg's deal of the $10 Logitech Mini Optical Mouse + free shipping.
Since it is just $10, I decided to give it a try.
Now for Starcraft, I've been using bigger mouses where I can rest my palm on.

Today, the mouse arrived!
I quickly decided to play some games.
I've noticed that.. my hand tires out easily.
I do not get how anyone can use this.
Like.. it feels like my hand is "tip-toeing" and never feeling quick balanced and rested because of the small size.

So yeah. I might go back to my larger mouses because they feel more comfortable.

P.S. I have no idea about all these DPI and High Sensivity stuff. They confused me lol..

****
GoSu
Profile Blog Joined June 2009
Korea (South)1773 Posts
July 29 2009 11:47 GMT
#2
Really ? you have pain when you play ?
Do you have big hand ?

I have Logitech Mini Opt. too but no pain.
#1 olleh KT 팬 http://sports.kt.com/ | #1 김택용 선수 팬 | 좋은 선수: 송병구, 이제동, 도제욱, 정명훈, 이성은 | KeSPA 한국 e-Sports 협회
VorcePA
Profile Blog Joined August 2008
United States1102 Posts
July 29 2009 11:50 GMT
#3
Keep in mind, except for oov ( :p ), the average Korean is tinier than the average American. I don't think the gap is so vast that it warrants a complete separation between the brick that is the Logitech MX518 and the Optical Mini, but it may be a factor.
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Kenny
Profile Blog Joined October 2004
United States678 Posts
July 29 2009 12:00 GMT
#4
Logitech G5...try it...use it...love it!
Shiva_Chandra
Profile Blog Joined June 2006
Denmark341 Posts
July 29 2009 12:07 GMT
#5
I use the logitech mini optical, at first it was "different" but I got used to it and now I absolutely love it, and I think that I have rather large hands.
Avi @^_^@
Coulthard
Profile Joined September 2005
Greece3359 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-29 12:12:15
July 29 2009 12:09 GMT
#6
koreans use Logitech Mini Optical Mouse because most of them have small hands,I know many ppl who bought that mouse and cant play because its too small and gets a pain in the ass to play

I bought logitech mx510 4 years ago and it still works fine,some ppl say its too heavy but once you get used to it ''any'' mouse is good
inReacH
Profile Blog Joined August 2008
Sweden1612 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-29 12:16:55
July 29 2009 12:16 GMT
#7
I wish everyone in the world would be suddenly blessed with the constitution to:
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try things for longer than a couple hours before forming an opinion about them.
739
Profile Blog Joined May 2009
Bearded Elder29903 Posts
July 29 2009 12:25 GMT
#8
I was using Logitech Mini Optical for about 2 years and when I decided to switch mouse for a bigger one it was so goddamn strange feeling :D Anyway I never had problems with that mouse but after some time, when I've grown up a bit it was uncomfortable to use that mouse.
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LuckyFool
Profile Blog Joined June 2007
United States9015 Posts
July 29 2009 12:26 GMT
#9
On July 29 2009 21:00 Kenny wrote:
Logitech G5...try it...use it...love it!
This.

Mini Optical I find a bit small. It's alright though I'm used to the g5 now.

I used to own with a basic microsoft 5 dollar special but that broke a long time ago. Before that I had a good old ball mouse before there even were optical mice. Those were good days. I can't even imagine playing sc anymore with a non optical/laser mouse.
floor exercise
Profile Blog Joined August 2008
Canada5847 Posts
July 29 2009 12:32 GMT
#10
I have a G5 and a LMO. No mouse4 = I can't even browse with a LMO. I am wholly dependent on it as a back button. I feel like I move the LMO faster than I do the G5, probably because of the size and the way I grip it is more with my fingers since I have pretty average sized hands for a 6' guy which is a little big for a LMO

The buttons on the LMO feel a little snappier, it's likely their size compared to the G5 buttons.

Either way neither mouse is going to win or lose me a game
Mah Buckit!
Profile Joined April 2009
Finland474 Posts
July 29 2009 12:59 GMT
#11
On July 29 2009 21:09 Coulthard wrote:
koreans use Logitech Mini Optical Mouse because most of them have small hands,I know many ppl who bought that mouse and cant play because its too small and gets a pain in the ass to play

I bought logitech mx510 4 years ago and it still works fine,some ppl say its too heavy but once you get used to it ''any'' mouse is good


Fantasy can reach ctrl-0 with one hand. Does he use that mouse too?
I mean I have huge hands and can reach ctrl-9 -_-

Microsoft Standard Wireless Optical Mouse FTW!
Starcraft? Epic Grimness.
GoSu
Profile Blog Joined June 2009
Korea (South)1773 Posts
July 29 2009 13:00 GMT
#12
On July 29 2009 21:59 Mah Buckit! wrote:
Show nested quote +
On July 29 2009 21:09 Coulthard wrote:
koreans use Logitech Mini Optical Mouse because most of them have small hands,I know many ppl who bought that mouse and cant play because its too small and gets a pain in the ass to play

I bought logitech mx510 4 years ago and it still works fine,some ppl say its too heavy but once you get used to it ''any'' mouse is good


Fantasy can reach ctrl-0 with one hand. Does he use that mouse too?
I mean I have huge hands and can reach ctrl-9 -_-

Microsoft Standard Wireless Optical Mouse FTW!


Fantasy uses Mini Optical yes =)
#1 olleh KT 팬 http://sports.kt.com/ | #1 김택용 선수 팬 | 좋은 선수: 송병구, 이제동, 도제욱, 정명훈, 이성은 | KeSPA 한국 e-Sports 협회
NeverGG *
Profile Blog Joined January 2008
United Kingdom5399 Posts
July 29 2009 13:06 GMT
#13
I got one of them from the MC at the Khan fan meeting (so random.) It's very small for my big girl hands. But it's okay for daily use.
우리 행운의 모양은 여러개지만 행복의 모양은 하나
ghermination
Profile Blog Joined April 2008
United States2851 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-29 13:17:13
July 29 2009 13:16 GMT
#14
If you can only reach ctrl+9, then you do not have huge hands. The mini optical is perfect for koreans because they tend to have smaller hands.
U Gotta Skate.
stafu
Profile Blog Joined January 2009
Australia1196 Posts
July 29 2009 13:45 GMT
#15
I have an LMO and while the shape is pretty good, the sensor is pretty much trash (http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=97561). I have a G1 as well which has a much nicer sensor while still having a more appropriate shape for RTS games. I'm keen to try the new Steelseries Kinzu too.
Yaqoob
Profile Blog Joined March 2005
Canada3320 Posts
July 29 2009 13:54 GMT
#16
On July 29 2009 21:07 Shiva_Chandra wrote:
I use the logitech mini optical, at first it was "different" but I got used to it and now I absolutely love it, and I think that I have rather large hands.

Same. I used to use the G5 and Mx518 and then I switched to the Logitech Mini. At first it was a bit weird and my hands are not that small but I've gotten use to it.
김택용 Fighting!
obesechicken13
Profile Blog Joined July 2008
United States10467 Posts
July 29 2009 13:59 GMT
#17
The dpi is 800, terrible for most games. But the mini optical is small and easy to move (momentum wise). You don't hold it like a normal mouse. Your movements are faster. Still there are better minis. I think Koreans should spend more on their gaming accessories. When I see youtube videos of pros practicing starcraft it's always on the crappiest of computers.

24:31

And this mouse is terrible for fps or rpg sniper ums.

I know this because I used a mini for a good portion of a year. My mini broke after I touched the inside of the usb rod that plugs into your computer. Weird, now even though my computer recognizes the usb, and my mouse has batteries, and I've reset a million times, when I move the mouse nothing happens. It's like the mouse's receiver is broken. I do not recommend the mini optical for starcraft. Try a better mini with a higher dpi. You play SC a lot, the least you can do is spend $50 to buy a better mouse for it.
I think in our modern age technology has evolved to become more addictive. The things that don't give us pleasure aren't used as much. Work was never meant to be fun, but doing it makes us happier in the long run.
Coulthard
Profile Joined September 2005
Greece3359 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-29 14:21:20
July 29 2009 14:20 GMT
#18
On July 29 2009 21:59 Mah Buckit! wrote:
Show nested quote +
On July 29 2009 21:09 Coulthard wrote:
koreans use Logitech Mini Optical Mouse because most of them have small hands,I know many ppl who bought that mouse and cant play because its too small and gets a pain in the ass to play

I bought logitech mx510 4 years ago and it still works fine,some ppl say its too heavy but once you get used to it ''any'' mouse is good


Fantasy can reach ctrl-0 with one hand. Does he use that mouse too?
I mean I have huge hands and can reach ctrl-9 -_-

Microsoft Standard Wireless Optical Mouse FTW!

hehe yeah I have seen a lot of pictures with koreans pros and they tend to have long fingers for some reason lol, could be from overpractice I remember my guitar teacher -his left fingers were much longer than his right but before I meant the hand as the basic structure(I dont know the english word) is smaller and thinner compared to white men. anyway i started with a small mouse and it was very hard to be precise plus my hand was getting tired after a few games!
Jibba
Profile Blog Joined October 2007
United States22883 Posts
July 29 2009 14:22 GMT
#19
On July 29 2009 22:59 obesechicken13 wrote:
The dpi is 800, terrible for most games. But the mini optical is small and easy to move (momentum wise). You don't hold it like a normal mouse. Your movements are faster. Still there are better minis. I think Koreans should spend more on their gaming accessories. When I see youtube videos of pros practicing starcraft it's always on the crappiest of computers. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSiZQ09LQns
24:31

And this mouse is terrible for fps or rpg sniper ums.

I know this because I used a mini for a good portion of a year. My mini broke after I touched the inside of the usb rod that plugs into your computer. Weird, now even though my computer recognizes the usb, and my mouse has batteries, and I've reset a million times, when I move the mouse nothing happens. It's like the mouse's receiver is broken. I do not recommend the mini optical for starcraft. Try a better mini with a higher dpi. You play SC a lot, the least you can do is spend $50 to buy a better mouse for it.

Mouse DPI (CPI) is the equivalent to pure APM; they have more to do with egos than performance. 800 DPI is perfectly fine.

There's different styles for holding mice. Not everyone is comfortable with a claw grip so if you can't get used to it, you might want to try an IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 (king of mice) or a MX518 (G5, but without the crappy laser sensor.)
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stafu
Profile Blog Joined January 2009
Australia1196 Posts
Last Edited: 2009-07-29 14:33:46
July 29 2009 14:33 GMT
#20
It's 400 DPI anyway, not 800. Not that it even matters, especially in Starcraft with a res of 640x480.
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