First Impression
Well I have to say that seeing the RAT line of mice for the first time totally blew me away. I finally have found a mouse design that takes into consideration your 2 outside fingers that usually end up dragging on the mouse pad making aiming a very difficult thing to do. Not to mention all of the other great design features built into these mice.
The first thing you notice looking at the RAT 7 is the non solid look it has and I mean that in a good way. Each section of the mouse is adjustable or interchangeable with other parts and it kind of looks like a transformer mouse.
The Frame
The frame of this mouse is made from solid lightweight aluminum which creates a very stiff and rigid core. Inside of this core is where the five 6 gram weights are kept that allow you to add or subtract weight to give you a perfect feel. If you don't use all of the weights at once the extras can be stored in a supplied case.
Performance
The Cyborg RAT 7 is one of those high end gaming mice that comes with 5600 dpi sensitivity along with a new generation "twin Eye Laser" sensor that has the ability to read each axis separately and can track up to 5.4 meters per second. No matter where you set your sensitivity the RAT 7 will always track precisely.
Grip Position
Whether you grip your mouse by the palm or the claw method you will be able to find the perfect ergonomic fit for your hand. The RAT can be adjusted in its length by moving the palm piece in and out. Also, the thumb plate can adjusted in and out from the body and forwards and backwards to give you perfect positioning for your thumb. In addition to these adjustments you can choose between 3 pinky plates for want of a better word that keep your outer 2 fingers off of the mouse pad. One plate is far wider than the other so personal preference will play a role here.
A Weighty Issue
As mentioned earlier, this mouse comes with five 6 gram weights that can be accessed from the rear of the body. Simply unscrew the rear nut and install or remove the weights to the amount that you find comfortable. One of the neat things that this mouse has is a tool that sits in the rear and can be accessed by unscrewing it. With this tool you can adjust all the plates by turning adjustment screws in or out. When you are done just replace it so you never lose it.
The Buttons
This mouse gives you 6 programmable buttons along with the 2 left and right keys on top. The thumb scroll wheel can be configured to do whatever you want like change weapons, spells or whatever you want.
Smart Technology Software
This mouse has 4 dpi settings that max out at 5600 dpi, 3 savable profiles and 1 button on the thumb that I call the "sniper shot" button. When you see your target and are going to set your cross hairs on it press this button and it will automatically decrease your sensitivity by 50% so you’re not going back and forth trying to get the target lined up. A great Idea! The only drawback to this design is that the profiles are saved and if you unplug it and move to another computer you have to reload the software on that computer as well as nothing is saved in the mouse.
An Overview of What it does
Three types and sizes of palm grips to choose from.
Three Swappable pinky grips to use.
Thumb rest is able to be moved in and out also up and down.
The unit is weight able, this is most important in gaming.
Left and Right click
Center click
Center scroll wheel
Thumb scroll (two way "up/down")
Forward and back buttons
What I call the "sniper shot" button on the thumb.
Mouse profile button
Dpi up and down
This mouse when set up for your hand will most likely be the most comfortable mouse you have used to date. If you have a problem with your current mouse with your fingers dragging on the pad then this mouse will solve that. You also get a storage case that comes with the mouse to keep all the parts that you are not using in a safe place.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Saitek products, go to: Saitek Cyborg Command Unit Or visit my website at Saitek Cyborg for more information about Saitek products.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Saitek Cyborg Command Unit Review
Keypad Controller
The Saitek Cyborg Command Unit game pad controller tops out at 8 inches tall, 5.5 inches wide and is about 1.5 inches off the surface. This unit comes with a total of 21 buttons of which 20 are programmable.
Game Pad Layout
This mini keyboard is designed for a right handed person, i.e. uses the mouse with the right hand and uses the keyboard with the left hand when gaming. The defining feature that makes this so is the thumb rest on the right side of the pad which can not be changed over to the other side. The thumb rest is very interesting in that there are 2 buttons that lie underneath your thumb and there is a thumb use joystick, albeit a mini one. There is a very healthy wrist rest that even the largest of hands should have no problem using this pad.
The overall takeaway from the layout is total ergonomic comfort. The back of the unit has a couple of pad strips that are covered in rubber to keep the unit in place during fast and furious action. If you use this device on your desk on the opposite from where your computer is you might have to reconfigure your equipment positioning as the USB cable is a bit shorter than most peripheral cables.
In the upper left hand side on the controller is a mode switch that allows you to toggle between FPS, Role Playing and MMO. Each one of these settings creates a different color on the board and they are Green, Yellow and Red. The keys of this board are laser etched and the light shines through with good efficiency for easy viewing in low light conditions.
The 18 main buttons are arranged in a layout normally found on the left side of a normal keyboard. Above the 11 main keys are the F1-F4 keys. There are 3 more keys that sit to the left of the main body of keys and above those 3 is the mode button. The other 3 keys are the 2 keys that are on the thumb rest and a key on the right side of the wrist pad. The thumb control area has a 2 way tilt function and can be slid forward and back.
The keys are mostly black with the WASD keys being silver. All of the keys are numbered and this will correspond to the action given it. The wrist rest area has a red stripe that lights up in the center. The key that is on this rest is your shift key and it is palm activated. This will take some time to get used to no doubt. The good news is that when you do get comfortable using your palm that frees up a finger for other keystrokes. One thing to note is that when the mode switch is changed and the keyboard color changes the red stripe on the wrist rest does not.
While the thumb joystick is useful, I would think most people will still use their mouse as it is more responsive in this case and it will reduce the number of things that your left hand has to do.
Configuration
Probably the best feature of this device is the SST programming software that you use to configure your pad for gaming as it is extremely easy to use. Just install the drivers and it will prompt you to plug in the unit. After installing test all of the keys and then install the software. You can use as long a macro as you wish and use as many shift states and profiles as you want. With the 3 modes and 21 keys you can program 144 commands. The only annoyance with this software is that you have to re-load the profile after a reboot of your system.
Conclusion
As with all of Saitek's products you will get a 2 year guarantee on the Cyborg Command Unit. Here are some of the pros and cons:
Pros:
Backlight Colors of Red, Green and Yellow
Easy to Configure with the SST software
Custom Macros, up to 144
Cons:
For Right-Hander’s only unless you want to forgo the thumb rest
Short USB Cable
Commands Reset after You Restart Your Computer
Soft Keys (Don't make a "click" sound when pushed)
I would recommend this to anyone who has a lousy keyboard and was thinking of an upgrade to a gaming board but can't afford to go over say $45. This would also be an upgrade for a laptop application as well. But if you already have a decent gaming board I would not recommend this device.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Saitek products, go to: Saitek Cyborg v5 Review Or visit my website at Saitek Cyborg for more information about Saitek products.
The Saitek Cyborg Command Unit game pad controller tops out at 8 inches tall, 5.5 inches wide and is about 1.5 inches off the surface. This unit comes with a total of 21 buttons of which 20 are programmable.
Game Pad Layout
This mini keyboard is designed for a right handed person, i.e. uses the mouse with the right hand and uses the keyboard with the left hand when gaming. The defining feature that makes this so is the thumb rest on the right side of the pad which can not be changed over to the other side. The thumb rest is very interesting in that there are 2 buttons that lie underneath your thumb and there is a thumb use joystick, albeit a mini one. There is a very healthy wrist rest that even the largest of hands should have no problem using this pad.
The overall takeaway from the layout is total ergonomic comfort. The back of the unit has a couple of pad strips that are covered in rubber to keep the unit in place during fast and furious action. If you use this device on your desk on the opposite from where your computer is you might have to reconfigure your equipment positioning as the USB cable is a bit shorter than most peripheral cables.
In the upper left hand side on the controller is a mode switch that allows you to toggle between FPS, Role Playing and MMO. Each one of these settings creates a different color on the board and they are Green, Yellow and Red. The keys of this board are laser etched and the light shines through with good efficiency for easy viewing in low light conditions.
The 18 main buttons are arranged in a layout normally found on the left side of a normal keyboard. Above the 11 main keys are the F1-F4 keys. There are 3 more keys that sit to the left of the main body of keys and above those 3 is the mode button. The other 3 keys are the 2 keys that are on the thumb rest and a key on the right side of the wrist pad. The thumb control area has a 2 way tilt function and can be slid forward and back.
The keys are mostly black with the WASD keys being silver. All of the keys are numbered and this will correspond to the action given it. The wrist rest area has a red stripe that lights up in the center. The key that is on this rest is your shift key and it is palm activated. This will take some time to get used to no doubt. The good news is that when you do get comfortable using your palm that frees up a finger for other keystrokes. One thing to note is that when the mode switch is changed and the keyboard color changes the red stripe on the wrist rest does not.
While the thumb joystick is useful, I would think most people will still use their mouse as it is more responsive in this case and it will reduce the number of things that your left hand has to do.
Configuration
Probably the best feature of this device is the SST programming software that you use to configure your pad for gaming as it is extremely easy to use. Just install the drivers and it will prompt you to plug in the unit. After installing test all of the keys and then install the software. You can use as long a macro as you wish and use as many shift states and profiles as you want. With the 3 modes and 21 keys you can program 144 commands. The only annoyance with this software is that you have to re-load the profile after a reboot of your system.
Conclusion
As with all of Saitek's products you will get a 2 year guarantee on the Cyborg Command Unit. Here are some of the pros and cons:
Pros:
Backlight Colors of Red, Green and Yellow
Easy to Configure with the SST software
Custom Macros, up to 144
Cons:
For Right-Hander’s only unless you want to forgo the thumb rest
Short USB Cable
Commands Reset after You Restart Your Computer
Soft Keys (Don't make a "click" sound when pushed)
I would recommend this to anyone who has a lousy keyboard and was thinking of an upgrade to a gaming board but can't afford to go over say $45. This would also be an upgrade for a laptop application as well. But if you already have a decent gaming board I would not recommend this device.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Saitek products, go to: Saitek Cyborg v5 Review Or visit my website at Saitek Cyborg for more information about Saitek products.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Saitek Cyborg v.5 Review
Basic High Quality Design
The Saitek Cyborg v.5 keyboard will not wow you with gadgets and gizmos like some other higher end gaming keyboards but will satisfy the need for a good quality lower end gaming board.
It doesn't have an LCD screen like a Logitech or pass through USB and audio connections and the keys work on a membrane, not the noisy mechanical switches of higher end boards. This lack of features is offset by an abundance of ergonomic style that has made it a favorite among the gaming community helped along by its comparatively low price tag.
One of the features that this board has is its backlit keys. There are two illumination settings with which to chose from, a low to a higher red color. When this feature is turned on and you are in the dark, the light shines through the lettering symbols on top of the keys. This is great for playing at night and helping you to keep your bearings. Some of the illumination shines up from below around the keys as well and gives a very cool glow across the keypad. One drawback but hardly a concern for gaming is that the volume controls are not backlit. Usually once these are set you should not have to adjust your volume while in the game.
The keys on this board are great to use even though they are not especially responsive like mechanical keys, but compensate with a very smooth feel. If you are not used to using a keyboard that is this smooth it might take a bit of time but you will find it very comfortable to use. Another nice thing about this board is that there are no stand alone macro keys crammed onto the board so that you don't get a bunched up set of keys like some other higher end gaming boards. You will not have to readjust yourself to a new key pattern like some other gaming boards.
This keyboard is capable of recording 12 macros for the people in this world who use them and can be assigned to the function keys for added flexibility in games. It also has a polling rate of .5 KHz which is half of what most other gaming boards have but you will not notice the difference unless you are a hard core gamer. At my level it works just fine. Another good thing to have and this board does, is the anti-ghosting feature for the AWSD keys.
If you do not need the color changing controls like the Logitech G110 has or the LCD screen of some other boards or the pass through USB and audio, the mechanical key design or the separate macro keys, then for the price, this board is one that will serve you well. It's not flashy but it is very comfortable to use and is well built and robust. It is about as perfect a board as you will find for doing what most people need and still be a decent gaming board.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Saitek products, go to: Saitek Cyborg Review Or visit my website at Saitek Cyborg for more information about Saitek products.
The Saitek Cyborg v.5 keyboard will not wow you with gadgets and gizmos like some other higher end gaming keyboards but will satisfy the need for a good quality lower end gaming board.
It doesn't have an LCD screen like a Logitech or pass through USB and audio connections and the keys work on a membrane, not the noisy mechanical switches of higher end boards. This lack of features is offset by an abundance of ergonomic style that has made it a favorite among the gaming community helped along by its comparatively low price tag.
One of the features that this board has is its backlit keys. There are two illumination settings with which to chose from, a low to a higher red color. When this feature is turned on and you are in the dark, the light shines through the lettering symbols on top of the keys. This is great for playing at night and helping you to keep your bearings. Some of the illumination shines up from below around the keys as well and gives a very cool glow across the keypad. One drawback but hardly a concern for gaming is that the volume controls are not backlit. Usually once these are set you should not have to adjust your volume while in the game.
The keys on this board are great to use even though they are not especially responsive like mechanical keys, but compensate with a very smooth feel. If you are not used to using a keyboard that is this smooth it might take a bit of time but you will find it very comfortable to use. Another nice thing about this board is that there are no stand alone macro keys crammed onto the board so that you don't get a bunched up set of keys like some other higher end gaming boards. You will not have to readjust yourself to a new key pattern like some other gaming boards.
This keyboard is capable of recording 12 macros for the people in this world who use them and can be assigned to the function keys for added flexibility in games. It also has a polling rate of .5 KHz which is half of what most other gaming boards have but you will not notice the difference unless you are a hard core gamer. At my level it works just fine. Another good thing to have and this board does, is the anti-ghosting feature for the AWSD keys.
If you do not need the color changing controls like the Logitech G110 has or the LCD screen of some other boards or the pass through USB and audio, the mechanical key design or the separate macro keys, then for the price, this board is one that will serve you well. It's not flashy but it is very comfortable to use and is well built and robust. It is about as perfect a board as you will find for doing what most people need and still be a decent gaming board.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Saitek products, go to: Saitek Cyborg Review Or visit my website at Saitek Cyborg for more information about Saitek products.
Saitek Cyborg v.7 Review
Saitek makes It Real
When we set out to put together a gaming system a lot of thought goes into what components to use, and what peripherals to choose. Yet when it comes to the keyboard most people settle for the piece of junk that they had with their previous system thinking it will do. Yet it is the keyboard that is the main input connection to the computer and if you are a gamer this input becomes critical. So, why do people overlook this very important part of the system? Because they don't know any better and most people, even gamers don't realize that the keyboard can be a high performance piece of gear that will make a difference in performance and in ease of typing for non gamers.
Here Is What the Cyborg v.7 Can Do
First off, this keyboard features multicolor back lighting called Tru-Vu illuminations that allow you to create the mood you want by mixing shades from red through amber to green. There is also a touch sensitive control panel to configure your lighting scheme, volume and media controls. Certain keys such as the WASD, cursor and number pad keys can be independently lit from the rest of the keyboard so you can easily pick them out in an instant.
Some other features of this keyboard are 12 programmable keys for storing useful macros such as opening your e-mail or internet or for some game battle function. There is a pass through USB, audio and microphone sockets so you never have to crawl behind your computer again. There is also an adjustable wrist rest and a keyboard angle adjustment for the front and back of up to an inch. Finally, something no other keyboard has at least by my knowledge is that the main gaming keys that are used have metal top to help with the wear and tear that happens with extreme gaming.
The key design for this board is of the membrane type which results in a very positive and quiet usage but you should note that this board is designed for gaming. There are two modes for this keyboard, normal and Cyborg game mode. When you are in game the Windows keys are automatically disabled and you can also now adjust the lighting scheme to suit your tastes. When not in game mode you can't adjust the lighting.
Cyborg V7 Keyboard Main Features
12 programmable Macro keys
Multi-color backlighting 3 colors
Touch-sensitive, backlit media control panel
Independent keyset illumination
Game mode key
Enhanced multiple key presses in gaming areas for complex in-game commands.
Adjustable wrist rest and keyboard rake angle (front and back).
Powerful ST Profile programming software
Pass-through USB, audio and microphone sockets, gold plate connections
Cyborg Macro keys placed on both sides of the keyboard
Drawbacks Of The Cyborg V7
There have been some negative things noted with this keyboard, but all in all I would say they are a minor nuisance. One gripe is the user manual is not very instructive and does not offer any good usage advice. Also, the software tends to be weak in the user interface area and in the profile editor area. It has also been noted that some of the gaming keys are sub standard such as the gaming keys and the space bar. Another nuisance is that the profile editor has to be re-opened and re activated every time the computer is restarted.
In a nutshell this is a decent keyboard for gaming but could use some improvements in the software and the space bar feel.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Saitek products, go to: Saitek Cyborg Review Or visit my website at Saitek Cyborg for more information about Saitek products.
When we set out to put together a gaming system a lot of thought goes into what components to use, and what peripherals to choose. Yet when it comes to the keyboard most people settle for the piece of junk that they had with their previous system thinking it will do. Yet it is the keyboard that is the main input connection to the computer and if you are a gamer this input becomes critical. So, why do people overlook this very important part of the system? Because they don't know any better and most people, even gamers don't realize that the keyboard can be a high performance piece of gear that will make a difference in performance and in ease of typing for non gamers.
Here Is What the Cyborg v.7 Can Do
First off, this keyboard features multicolor back lighting called Tru-Vu illuminations that allow you to create the mood you want by mixing shades from red through amber to green. There is also a touch sensitive control panel to configure your lighting scheme, volume and media controls. Certain keys such as the WASD, cursor and number pad keys can be independently lit from the rest of the keyboard so you can easily pick them out in an instant.
Some other features of this keyboard are 12 programmable keys for storing useful macros such as opening your e-mail or internet or for some game battle function. There is a pass through USB, audio and microphone sockets so you never have to crawl behind your computer again. There is also an adjustable wrist rest and a keyboard angle adjustment for the front and back of up to an inch. Finally, something no other keyboard has at least by my knowledge is that the main gaming keys that are used have metal top to help with the wear and tear that happens with extreme gaming.
The key design for this board is of the membrane type which results in a very positive and quiet usage but you should note that this board is designed for gaming. There are two modes for this keyboard, normal and Cyborg game mode. When you are in game the Windows keys are automatically disabled and you can also now adjust the lighting scheme to suit your tastes. When not in game mode you can't adjust the lighting.
Cyborg V7 Keyboard Main Features
12 programmable Macro keys
Multi-color backlighting 3 colors
Touch-sensitive, backlit media control panel
Independent keyset illumination
Game mode key
Enhanced multiple key presses in gaming areas for complex in-game commands.
Adjustable wrist rest and keyboard rake angle (front and back).
Powerful ST Profile programming software
Pass-through USB, audio and microphone sockets, gold plate connections
Cyborg Macro keys placed on both sides of the keyboard
Drawbacks Of The Cyborg V7
There have been some negative things noted with this keyboard, but all in all I would say they are a minor nuisance. One gripe is the user manual is not very instructive and does not offer any good usage advice. Also, the software tends to be weak in the user interface area and in the profile editor area. It has also been noted that some of the gaming keys are sub standard such as the gaming keys and the space bar. Another nuisance is that the profile editor has to be re-opened and re activated every time the computer is restarted.
In a nutshell this is a decent keyboard for gaming but could use some improvements in the software and the space bar feel.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Saitek products, go to: Saitek Cyborg Review Or visit my website at Saitek Cyborg for more information about Saitek products.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Razer Imperator Review
Here Is What You Get
If you have never bought a Razer mouse before then the first thing you will notice about the product is the packaging it is in. Packaged in a nice black box it features the mouse well so you can see most of it without taking it out. Upon opening you will find a quick install guide, a Macintosh guide, a complete instruction manual, a coaster for your desk, a cert of authenticity, a Razer product catalog and 2 logo stickers all nicely packaged in black envelope.
This mouse has 7 buttons in all which includes two adjustable thumb buttons and 2 other small buttons that sit at the base of the scroll wheel. The scroll wheel is like most wheels with the clicky feel to it but it has no tilt action. The mouse body is all black with a rubbery material on the top with the sides a glossy smooth plastic. There is a Razer logo on top of the mouse that is lighted a blue color and on both sides of the scroll wheel as well.
Another nice touch is with the connection via a gold plated USB connector that is attached to a 7 foot braided cable. Most people would consider this an improvement over the old style thin cord that used to tangle up very easily.
Setting It Up
For those of you not inclined to setting up a mouse with software you will be happy to know that this mouse works great right out of the box. just plug it in and away you go. But not setting it up deprives you of some of the best features of this device. All you need to do is download a 27Mb file and that will give you the ability to program all of the buttons, set up the dpi settings levels and control cursor settings. There is a slide switch underneath the mouse that will adjust the thumb buttons forward and back for you.
This mouse like all other Razer's top mice is a joy to use and extremely responsive. It uses the same 3.5 laser as all the other top products and offers the same sensitivity of up to 5,600dpi with on the fly adjustability. The 2 buttons on the top of the mouse change your dpi level settings. The polling rate is also the same as the Mamba top model at 1 KHz. The buttons on this model are firm and responsive and the scroll wheel feels good and solid and smooth.
While the adjustable thumb buttons are a welcome addition which creates a small shelf to rest your thumb I am still waiting for a mouse design that comes out with an extension of the base on the outside of the mouse so you can rest your 2 outside fingers. I don't know how many times I have found myself trying to place my cross hairs on a target when sniping only to find my fingers dragging on the mouse pad. It's so irritating because most of the time you don't know you are doing it then it's to late. Oh well, maybe down the road we might see that fixed.
To conclude now that I have my gripe out of the way, it is a breath of fresh air to see the adjustable thumb buttons and the high polling rate for this mouse. With the comfortable ergonomic feel as well as tactile feel this mouse is very solid if you can afford it.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Razer products, go to: Razer Lachesis Review Or visit my website at Razer Zone for more information about Razer products.
If you have never bought a Razer mouse before then the first thing you will notice about the product is the packaging it is in. Packaged in a nice black box it features the mouse well so you can see most of it without taking it out. Upon opening you will find a quick install guide, a Macintosh guide, a complete instruction manual, a coaster for your desk, a cert of authenticity, a Razer product catalog and 2 logo stickers all nicely packaged in black envelope.
This mouse has 7 buttons in all which includes two adjustable thumb buttons and 2 other small buttons that sit at the base of the scroll wheel. The scroll wheel is like most wheels with the clicky feel to it but it has no tilt action. The mouse body is all black with a rubbery material on the top with the sides a glossy smooth plastic. There is a Razer logo on top of the mouse that is lighted a blue color and on both sides of the scroll wheel as well.
Another nice touch is with the connection via a gold plated USB connector that is attached to a 7 foot braided cable. Most people would consider this an improvement over the old style thin cord that used to tangle up very easily.
Setting It Up
For those of you not inclined to setting up a mouse with software you will be happy to know that this mouse works great right out of the box. just plug it in and away you go. But not setting it up deprives you of some of the best features of this device. All you need to do is download a 27Mb file and that will give you the ability to program all of the buttons, set up the dpi settings levels and control cursor settings. There is a slide switch underneath the mouse that will adjust the thumb buttons forward and back for you.
This mouse like all other Razer's top mice is a joy to use and extremely responsive. It uses the same 3.5 laser as all the other top products and offers the same sensitivity of up to 5,600dpi with on the fly adjustability. The 2 buttons on the top of the mouse change your dpi level settings. The polling rate is also the same as the Mamba top model at 1 KHz. The buttons on this model are firm and responsive and the scroll wheel feels good and solid and smooth.
While the adjustable thumb buttons are a welcome addition which creates a small shelf to rest your thumb I am still waiting for a mouse design that comes out with an extension of the base on the outside of the mouse so you can rest your 2 outside fingers. I don't know how many times I have found myself trying to place my cross hairs on a target when sniping only to find my fingers dragging on the mouse pad. It's so irritating because most of the time you don't know you are doing it then it's to late. Oh well, maybe down the road we might see that fixed.
To conclude now that I have my gripe out of the way, it is a breath of fresh air to see the adjustable thumb buttons and the high polling rate for this mouse. With the comfortable ergonomic feel as well as tactile feel this mouse is very solid if you can afford it.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Razer products, go to: Razer Lachesis Review Or visit my website at Razer Zone for more information about Razer products.
Razer Mamba Review
Razer’s new mouse, the Mamba comes to the market with some very interesting features and a price to go with it. Razer claims that this is the world’s first truly wireless gaming mouse. While there are a lot of wireless mice that have preceded this mouse, what is Razer trying to say? Well basically that they are the first to come out with a mouse that has a 1ms response time where the industry is currently at 8 ms response time. This makes the Mamba the most responsive mouse on the market to date.
The average user would be very hard pressed to notice any difference compared to a normal wireless mouse. Only the most hardcore competitive gamers will see an improvement here. But what most people will see a difference in is the absolutely solid and exact pointing that is achieved with this device. It has the capability of 5,600dpi laser sensitivity and uses a precise 3.5G laser. That in itself is a lot to offer but this mouse keeps going.
This mouse has all the right curves in all the right places. It has a nearly symmetrical design that makes it comfortable in either hand except for the thumb buttons on the side that makes the design more biased towards righties. The mouse has rubber grips on both sides of the mouse that help with getting a grip whether you have smooth and comfortable. The body has a matte finish which helps with grip and is very comfortable. The right and left buttons have a crisp tactile feel while being very sensitive.
The software that you can download from the Razer website lets you configure custom button settings with an almost limitless configurability and also to set macros. Any button on the Mamba can be set to a specific profile and if you want, further imbed that into another profile. That allows you to set profiles by the game and down to game roles. There is also a capability to record macros in the software.
As mentioned earlier the laser sensitivity has been boosted to 5,600dpi which tends to be a bit of overkill but could be useful for competitive gamers who might need this resolution. But what is more useful is the improvement in the polling rate to 1 GHz which will ensure no connection lag in the wireless mode or even wired.
This mouse has five settings for the laser sensitivity that can be toggled by buttons that are on the top left corner of the device. There are a row of lights on the lower left side of the mouse that change color to indicate what sensitivity setting you are playing at.
The Mamba's battery is a polymer lithium ion rechargeable battery. Razer has said that on a complete charge you can use this mouse continuously for 14 hours or 72 hours with on and off use. This mouse also allows you to plug in via a USB port on the front of the mouse. If you are in the middle of a game and you notice your battery getting low just plug in the USB and continue playing and it will recharge as well. If you don’t want to recharge via the USB you can put the mouse in its own recharging docking port.
This mouse will work in both wired and wireless modes and has a very good looking docking port which has back lighting circling the base and it illuminates the pairing button. The unit comes with a mini USB cable so when you open it up you are good to go with everything you need.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Razer products, go to: Razer Imperator Review Or visit my website at Razer Zone for more information about Razer products.
The average user would be very hard pressed to notice any difference compared to a normal wireless mouse. Only the most hardcore competitive gamers will see an improvement here. But what most people will see a difference in is the absolutely solid and exact pointing that is achieved with this device. It has the capability of 5,600dpi laser sensitivity and uses a precise 3.5G laser. That in itself is a lot to offer but this mouse keeps going.
This mouse has all the right curves in all the right places. It has a nearly symmetrical design that makes it comfortable in either hand except for the thumb buttons on the side that makes the design more biased towards righties. The mouse has rubber grips on both sides of the mouse that help with getting a grip whether you have smooth and comfortable. The body has a matte finish which helps with grip and is very comfortable. The right and left buttons have a crisp tactile feel while being very sensitive.
The software that you can download from the Razer website lets you configure custom button settings with an almost limitless configurability and also to set macros. Any button on the Mamba can be set to a specific profile and if you want, further imbed that into another profile. That allows you to set profiles by the game and down to game roles. There is also a capability to record macros in the software.
As mentioned earlier the laser sensitivity has been boosted to 5,600dpi which tends to be a bit of overkill but could be useful for competitive gamers who might need this resolution. But what is more useful is the improvement in the polling rate to 1 GHz which will ensure no connection lag in the wireless mode or even wired.
This mouse has five settings for the laser sensitivity that can be toggled by buttons that are on the top left corner of the device. There are a row of lights on the lower left side of the mouse that change color to indicate what sensitivity setting you are playing at.
The Mamba's battery is a polymer lithium ion rechargeable battery. Razer has said that on a complete charge you can use this mouse continuously for 14 hours or 72 hours with on and off use. This mouse also allows you to plug in via a USB port on the front of the mouse. If you are in the middle of a game and you notice your battery getting low just plug in the USB and continue playing and it will recharge as well. If you don’t want to recharge via the USB you can put the mouse in its own recharging docking port.
This mouse will work in both wired and wireless modes and has a very good looking docking port which has back lighting circling the base and it illuminates the pairing button. The unit comes with a mini USB cable so when you open it up you are good to go with everything you need.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Razer products, go to: Razer Imperator Review Or visit my website at Razer Zone for more information about Razer products.
Razer Zone
Razer has a huge selection of gaming mice, mats, pads, keyboards, audio, controllers and other gaming gear and accessories. But they are probably best known for their gaming mice collection. Here is an overview of what Razer sells.
Gaming Mice
The gaming mice lineup comes in several product lines listed below:
Elite
Expert
Essential
Ergonomic
Mobile
MMO
Ambidextrous
Left Hand
The Elite class of mouse has three models to choose from, the Razer Mamba, Razer Naga Epic and the Razer Orochi. The Naga Epic is part of the MMO line and the Orochi is from the mobile line of mice.
The next line of mice to look at is the Expert line. These are one step below the Elite in capability and price. There are five models to choose from and they are the Razer Naga Molten, Razer Naga, Battlefield 3 Razer Imperator, Razer Imperator and the Razer Lachesis. All five of these models are at the same price.
The next level is the Essential line of mice that basically comprise various versions of the Death Adder mouse. The exceptions to this are two models called the Razer Abyssus Mirror and the Razer Abyssus.
The Ergonomic class of mice is basically comprised of select models from the 3 previous classes noted from above. Basically the Death Adder models, the Naga models, the Imperator models and the Mamba.
The Mobile class of mice has 2 models in it and they are the Razer Orochi Black Chrome and the Razer Orochi.
Their MMO series of mice comprise the Naga series and there are 3 of them. They are the Razer Naga Epic, Razer Naga Molten and the Razer Naga.
For the final Ambidextrous series it is comprised of the 2 Orochi models, the 2 Abyssus models and the 1 Lachesis model as well as the Tron gaming mouse and the Starcraft II Razer Spectre.
Gaming Keyboards
Similarly to mice, the gaming keyboards come in several levels as well:
Elite
Expert
Essential
Standard
Mechanical
MMO
Keypads
The Elite keyboard series is comprised of 4 models that come from the Mechanical line of keyboards and they are the Razer Black Widow Ultimate Stealth, Battlefield Black Widow Ultimate, Black Widow Ultimate and finally the Dragon Age II Black Widow Ultimate. It looks like they are considered Elite due to pricing I am sure as well as capability.
The Expert level has 5 models and they are the Black Widow, Anansi, Nostromo, Lycosa and the Lycosa Mirror.
The Essential line has only 1 model in as of this writing and it is the Razer Arctosa.
The Standard models have 3 in it, the Razer Lycosa, Razer Lycosa Mirror and the Razer Arctosa (Essential).
The Mechanical series is simply just the 5 Black Widow models.
The MMO series is the Razer Anansi model and the keypad is the Razer Nostromo.
Gaming Audio
Once again the audio products fall into these categories:
Elite
Expert
Essential
Analog Headsets
USB Headsets
Xbox 360/PC Headsets
Analog Headphones
Speaker Systems
The audio products for this company are extensive and have a wide range of performance. The first group is the Elite. There are 2 models in this series and them
Next is the Expert line and the 2 models are the Razer Carcharias and the Razer Orca.
The Essential line has 3 models to choose from and they are the Razer Electra, Razer Piranha and the Razer Moray.
Analog headsets include again the Razer Carcharias, Razer Electra and the Razer Piranha.
The USB line has 1 model to choose and it is the Razer Megalodon.
The Xbox line consists of the Razer Chimaera and the Razer Chimaera 5.1.
The Analog headphone is the Razer Orca and the Earphones consist of the Razer Moray+ and the Moray and the Speaker system is the Razer Ferox.
Razer also sells many other product lines such as gaming controllers, licensed gaming products, a full line of gaming accessories and an extensive line of gaming gear which is far too much to go into here.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Razer products, go to: Razer Mamba Review Or visit my website at Razer Zone for more information about Razer products.
Gaming Mice
The gaming mice lineup comes in several product lines listed below:
Elite
Expert
Essential
Ergonomic
Mobile
MMO
Ambidextrous
Left Hand
The Elite class of mouse has three models to choose from, the Razer Mamba, Razer Naga Epic and the Razer Orochi. The Naga Epic is part of the MMO line and the Orochi is from the mobile line of mice.
The next line of mice to look at is the Expert line. These are one step below the Elite in capability and price. There are five models to choose from and they are the Razer Naga Molten, Razer Naga, Battlefield 3 Razer Imperator, Razer Imperator and the Razer Lachesis. All five of these models are at the same price.
The next level is the Essential line of mice that basically comprise various versions of the Death Adder mouse. The exceptions to this are two models called the Razer Abyssus Mirror and the Razer Abyssus.
The Ergonomic class of mice is basically comprised of select models from the 3 previous classes noted from above. Basically the Death Adder models, the Naga models, the Imperator models and the Mamba.
The Mobile class of mice has 2 models in it and they are the Razer Orochi Black Chrome and the Razer Orochi.
Their MMO series of mice comprise the Naga series and there are 3 of them. They are the Razer Naga Epic, Razer Naga Molten and the Razer Naga.
For the final Ambidextrous series it is comprised of the 2 Orochi models, the 2 Abyssus models and the 1 Lachesis model as well as the Tron gaming mouse and the Starcraft II Razer Spectre.
Gaming Keyboards
Similarly to mice, the gaming keyboards come in several levels as well:
Elite
Expert
Essential
Standard
Mechanical
MMO
Keypads
The Elite keyboard series is comprised of 4 models that come from the Mechanical line of keyboards and they are the Razer Black Widow Ultimate Stealth, Battlefield Black Widow Ultimate, Black Widow Ultimate and finally the Dragon Age II Black Widow Ultimate. It looks like they are considered Elite due to pricing I am sure as well as capability.
The Expert level has 5 models and they are the Black Widow, Anansi, Nostromo, Lycosa and the Lycosa Mirror.
The Essential line has only 1 model in as of this writing and it is the Razer Arctosa.
The Standard models have 3 in it, the Razer Lycosa, Razer Lycosa Mirror and the Razer Arctosa (Essential).
The Mechanical series is simply just the 5 Black Widow models.
The MMO series is the Razer Anansi model and the keypad is the Razer Nostromo.
Gaming Audio
Once again the audio products fall into these categories:
Elite
Expert
Essential
Analog Headsets
USB Headsets
Xbox 360/PC Headsets
Analog Headphones
Speaker Systems
The audio products for this company are extensive and have a wide range of performance. The first group is the Elite. There are 2 models in this series and them
Next is the Expert line and the 2 models are the Razer Carcharias and the Razer Orca.
The Essential line has 3 models to choose from and they are the Razer Electra, Razer Piranha and the Razer Moray.
Analog headsets include again the Razer Carcharias, Razer Electra and the Razer Piranha.
The USB line has 1 model to choose and it is the Razer Megalodon.
The Xbox line consists of the Razer Chimaera and the Razer Chimaera 5.1.
The Analog headphone is the Razer Orca and the Earphones consist of the Razer Moray+ and the Moray and the Speaker system is the Razer Ferox.
Razer also sells many other product lines such as gaming controllers, licensed gaming products, a full line of gaming accessories and an extensive line of gaming gear which is far too much to go into here.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Razer products, go to: Razer Mamba Review Or visit my website at Razer Zone for more information about Razer products.
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