I need a new Office Mouse

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My office mouse is my second most important peripheral after my keyboard. For this reason I have always gone wireless (less clutter) and more mobile. It gets used 9 to 10 hours a day. The wheel in it decided to quit on me and I cannot cope without it for scrolling documents and spread sheets.

It is a Logitech M705.

Any recommendations on a replacement (wireless preferred) and fairly robust?

(Smooth scrolling with backward / forward inputs is a bonus.)

Thank you :)
 
Any reason not to replace it with a new M705?

Mine is about 3 years old still going strong and I will replace it if it does die on my some day.

PS. Esquire has the best price on a replacement I have been able to find, under R500...
 
Get a Logitech G700: http://www.loot.co.za/product/logitech-g700-wireless-gaming-mouse/kfld-1747-g660
13 programmable controls with macro capability: Perform either single actions or intricate macros with multiple keystrokes, mouse events, user-defined delays and repeating.

Individually sculpted buttons: Every button on the G700 is carefully designed and placed to be easily identifiable by touch, so they’re right there when you need them but out of your way when you don’t.

Ideal for MMORPGs: When your guild gets together, you’ll have all the control you need to do battle, complete quests and level up your character.

Natural curves that fit your hand: Your mouse is designed to let you play comfortably and maneuver effortlessly for as long as you want.

Smooth gliding feet: You can forget sticky workarounds—the low-friction polytetrafluoroethylene feet glide effortlessly across almost any surface.

Full-speed wireless: 1,000 reports per second give you gaming-grade responsiveness and wireless freedom. You get a steady, powerful connection with no dropouts.

Rechargeable: You’ll always have the power you need. A quick-connect cable lets you plug in fast and continue your campaign without pause.

Data over cable: Worried about that critical game situation? Playing in a busy wireless environment? With data over cable you always have a backup for reliable connectivity

Gaming-grade laser: Game-changing precision at any hand speed. Whether you’re zeroing in on one pixel or whipping across a million, the gaming-grade laser gives you hard-to-beat cursor control.

Onboard memory profiles: You can program up to five profiles for individual players or games (keyboard macros and dpi settings), so you can play your way on other PCs —without software installation.

Plug-and-Forget Nano-receiver: Take it with you—your Gaming Mouse G700 is laptop ready. The tiny receiver can stay plugged in a USB port or stores inside the mouse for when you head to a LAN party.

Sensitivity switching: You can shift from pixel-precise targeting (200 dpi) to lightning-fast maneuvers (up to 5,700 dpi) in an instant.

Dual-mode scroll wheel: You get precise click-to-click scrolling that’s perfect for weapon selection when you’re gaming. Hyper-fast scrolling lets you fly through long Web pages.

LED display: Your battery power, profile settings and dpi sensitivity are always visible at a glance—without being covered by your hand.
 
I normally charge it about once a week, and it comes with a cable that you can plug into the usb ports for charging.
 
@bwana - still got that mouse? Here's a customer :p

:D

As it happens I do have a MX Performance Mouse that I can't use. :o

Bit to far for collection ... although I could do with a break from the Big Smoke :p

If the wine swap deal with said Retro Mod doesn't work out, you can PM me a price plus shipping ;)

Any reason not to replace it with a new M705?

Mine is about 3 years old still going strong and I will replace it if it does die on my some day.

PS. Esquire has the best price on a replacement I have been able to find, under R500...

Nothing wrong with my M705 when it was working. Maybe I was overworking mine :o


Joh! That price! :)

Wine from PE? What is it, wine flavoured seawater ? ;)

Whatever you choose, make sure is will work with a Unified receiver .....

Actually that is a good call considering I am already using a uni for the KB too.
 
:D

Actually that is a good call considering I am already using a uni for the KB too.

Need to download the Logitech Unifying sw and follow the instructions ....
Best decision I have made recently to go with a wireless keyboard and mouse.
 
Need to download the Logitech Unifying sw and follow the instructions ....
Best decision I have made recently to go with a wireless keyboard and mouse.

The less clutter on my desk the better. So 100% agree. And working remotely is also a breeze.
 
I normally charge it about once a week, and it comes with a cable that you can plug into the usb ports for charging.

Have had the same batteries in my M705 for close to three years and havent needed to swap out the two Duracell AA batteries once. It seems Logitech's claim of three years on a set of batteries are not too far fetched. As far as a work horse mouse goes It has been the best I have owned...

:D
Nothing wrong with my M705 when it was working. Maybe I was overworking mine :o

How long have you had yours? As far as price and capabilities go I struggle to see a better mouse for work in the Logitech range...
 
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How long have you had yours? As far as price and capabilities go I struggle to see a better mouse for work in the Logitech range...

It's about 2 years old. As I said, it could just be me and the way I have used it :)

/note to self: "Cease forthwith using M705 as weapon of assault"
 
I've got a M705 and G500S (wired), both two years old and still going strong.
 
It's about 2 years old. As I said, it could just be me and the way I have used it :)

/note to self: "Cease forthwith using M705 as weapon of assault"

Yeah if it lasts you two years don't compromise everything else will only last you a week :P

/note to self:"M705 not viable ammunition for office catapult"
 
The wheel in it decided to quit on me
Wheeeeeel? :)
1. Inspect what happened inside, it might be something stupid.
2. Give it to sajunky, he can do the same.
3. Try on different computer to eliminate driver problem.
 
Yeah if it lasts you two years don't compromise everything else will only last you a week :P

/note to self: "M705 not viable ammunition for office catapult"

Just for future reference, if you make your coffee strong enough, those bits left at the bottom of the cup can be molded into something you might find usable for said catapult :D

Wheeeeeel? :)
1. Inspect what happened inside, it might be something stupid.
2. Give it to sajunky, he can do the same.
3. Try on different computer to eliminate driver problem.

I'll try this. I got as far a pilfering the kids mouse (their PC) and it works on my laptop. Okay. Okay. That doesn't count right? Pfft.

I'll do some open 'case' surgery on it on the weekend, just in case my 'suturing' skills aren't up to scratch and need to get a new one.
 
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