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Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 mouse
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500
 
 
 
 
 
Last updated on 05/20/13 06:45:02
 
 
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This product is selling at a price in-line with its capabilities and what you'd expect to pay.  Average Price = $11.82
 
 
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EXPERT REVIEWS (2)
 
Published
Jan 21, 2010
 
 
Microsoft U81-00050 Compact 500 Optical Mouse at CircuitCity.com
Manage your cursor with the portable Microsoft U81-00050 Compact 500 Optical Mouse...Make your browsing experience easier by plugging it into your laptop or notebook...
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 Overview & Specs - Mice ...
Quick Specs - Compatibility: Mac, PC - Interface required: USB - Connector type: 4 pin USB Type A - Input device type: Mouse - Color: Black...
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USER REVIEWS (19)
 
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155 user reviews
 
(3.95 out of 5)
Average rating
from 45
reviews
3.6/5
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Black
"No silly rubberized appliques to peel off after a couple of weeks of good use..."

"I was saying that it may be a good notebook mouse, but it's cable is 6-feet long and does not retract into the mouse..."

"So it is neither a perfect solution as a desktop or notebook mouse, but it is cheap and decent overall..."

Average rating
from 41
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4.6/5
Microsoft U81-00009 Compact Optical Mouse 500 - 3-Button at TigerDirect.com
"exactly what I expected, works fine I didn't realize just how small this is..."

"It would be good for a child but not an adult..."

"Price isn't bad but I lost big time when I had to return it..."

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Average rating
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3.7/5
Newegg.com - Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500
"Sturdy, light , glides well, and feels good in the hand, tracks good..."

"Good cheap mouse for people on the go..."

"Small size is good for storing in notebook (laptop) bag, but takes some getting use to when operating mouse..."

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Average rating
from 9
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8.3/10
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 Reviews & Price Comparison
"It's in perfect size and works without problems..."

"easy to use rather small for my largish hands small and compact the wire is too long and not very flexible also the wire needs to be at the back of the mouse Very fast,had to slow speed down, and no ball to get dirty..."

"Slightly on the small size, took a little while to get used to..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
4.0/5
Microsoft Comfort Optical Mouse 500 (3-Pack) USB U6A-00001 : Electronics : Shop here...
"This mouse is a great compromise between the full-size desktop types and those teeny mini things that I just can't seem to maneuver effectively..."

"The teflon feet will slide over just about anything, so you don't have to have a mouse pad if you don't want one..."

"Plus, if you're a leftie, or you just like to switch mouse hands, this mouse fits either hand comfortably..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 Reviews - Mice / Trackballs | dooyoo.co.uk
"None When purchasing a mouse I always prefer to buy a USB one, which was what originally made me want to purchase this particular mouse..."

"It has the standard left and right button, in the middle it has a scroll wheel..."

"Personally I prefer to scroll using my finger as I find it much smoother and easier to control..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Microsoft U8100009 Compact Optical Mouse 500 in Corded Computer Mice and Trackballs...
"Accurate Tracking Comfortable Design Glides Smoothly Works On Any Surface This is the second one of these little mice I bought..."

"First one is still working after a year..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
4.0/5
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 mouse - Compare prices reviews user opinions...
"Good Size for Mobile Use The cable for this mouse is longer than you would expect or need for mobile use! This is a great basic optical mouse for mobile (notebook) use..."

"Upon boot-up, Windows recognizes this thing right away and it works quite well..."

"The length of the cable really makes you wish you were using wireless! All in all, it works great, the size is good for mobile use..."

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Average rating
from 17
reviews
4.5/5
Best Optical Mouse I've Used - Logitech MX 500 Mouse (930763-0403) - Epinions.com
"Not the latest drivers, a little pricey for a mouse..."

"read more Good upgrade from a ball mouse, easy enough to install..."

"The Logitech MX 500 is a good looking mouse, and it fits in my hand comfortably..."

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Average rating
from 6
reviews
3.5/5
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 (black) | Staples®
"Accurate Tracking, Comfortable Design, Fast Response, Glides Smoothly, Great Features, Works On Any Surface Tail too short It is great for smaller hands! Tail is too short to reach a floor CPU..."

"Good for laptop only as cord is very short..."

"Good size for children (I have small hands and this is too small for me) Comfortable Design, Glides Smoothly, Works On Any Surface I use this product for my personal..."

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Average rating
from 2
reviews
4.5/5
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Compare Prices and Reviews on Microsoft U8100009...
"lite weigth, optical, does a good job, small, long USB cable, XP, Vista, MAC detected with no issue..."

"I would recommend this product to other looking for a good back up or for travel..."

"I would not recommend for everyday use as for the size - being too small..."

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Average rating
from 3
reviews
4.7/5
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 : Computer Mice | RadioShack.com
"Accurate Tracking Comfortable Design Fast Response Glides Smoothly Works On Any Surface None i use the mouse on my laptop,perfect size for my hands,i like it so well i may get one for my desktop..."

"Accurate Tracking Comfortable Design Fast Response Glides Smoothly Good price True plug and play Works On Any Surface Works beautifully on my Compaq notebook running Vista..."

"I'm not a fan of Microsoft..."

"bu..."

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Average rating
from 2
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5.0/5
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - mouse : Compare prices and write a Microsoft...
"cheap, does it's job, has 'hot keys' none really but it's not wireless Looks stylish Dropped letters, very poor response to typing..."

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Average rating
from 1
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5.0/5
MICROSOFT CORPORATION Compact USB Optical Mouse 500 - Black : Desktop Accessories...
"All the features of a full size Microsoft optical mouse..."

"Would like to have a shorter cord..."

"18 inches would be adequate and easier to pack in the my Mini 9 case..."

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PRICES (15)
 
Amazon.com: Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Black ...
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Black Value in a Notebook Optical Mouse. This affordable, compact mouse with Microsoft® Optical Technology is an ideal ...
microsoft compact optical mouse 500 | eBay
Find great deals on eBay for microsoft compact optical mouse 500 and microsoft notebook optical mouse 3000. Shop with confidence...
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Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Computers & Electronics ...
Microsoft-Compact Optical Mouse 500-U81-00009-Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Mouse - optical - 3 button(s) - wired - USB - black...
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Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 (black) | Staples®
Staples®. has the Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 (black) you need for home office or business. FREE Shipping on all orders over $45, plus Rewards Members get 5 ...
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Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 Prices

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MANUFACTURERS (4)
 
Computer Mouse: Compact Optical Mouse 500 | Microsoft Hardware
The compact optical mouse 500 from Microsoft, an affordable mouse with Optical Technology, is an ideal companion for on the go notebooks where work spaced is at a ...
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Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Mice - wired - HP: U81 ...
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Optical - USB - Mice & Trackballs - HP makes it simple to buy the technology products you need from a single reliable source...
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Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 - Black : Desktop ...
Compact Optical Mouse gives benefit of great features such as ambidextrous design and stay at your peak creativity without emptying your wallet...
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BT Business Direct - Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 for ...
Microsoft Compact Optical Mouse 500 for Business (4HH-00002) at great prices. Full product description, technical specifications and customer reviews from BT Business ...
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