Awesome Mouses

We like our mice to stay put, but Smartfish’s TRU:Motion Mouse improves ergonomics by constantly pivoting so the wrist never remains still; it was designed with the help of orthopedists.

Razer’s Sphex is the world’s thinnest mousepad–so thin that they’re calling it a “desktop skin” that is optical and laser mouse-friendly; an adhesive bottom keeps it firmly in place.

Microsoft’s work-anywhere BlueTrack tech gets budget friendly with their Mouse 5000 and Mobile Mouse 6000; both are ambidextrous mice while the latter sports a 0.8cm nano receiver.

Its ergonomics leave something to be desired, but this concept NES mouse makes up for it with pure nostalgic value; it was done for a school project, so a real controller is unlikely.

3DConnexion’s SpacePilot Pro 3D Mouse is more rodent than most of us will ever need, but we still want it: CAD-friendly buttons and knobs, function keys and an LCD screen, oh my!

Microsoft’s Sidewinder X3 is gaming on a budget; it packs eight buttons, ambidextrous layout, and on-the-fly sensitivity switching with a laser sensor that ranges from 400 to 2,000 DPI.

Not rich enough to wipe your butt with benjamins? This decidedly un-ergonomic (but wireless) Gold Bullion mouse lets you live pseudo-large while surfing for yachts at JamesList.

OCZ’s new Behemoth and Eclipse gaming mice aren’t particularly flashy, but they get the job done with DPI toggling up to 3200 DPI, multiple profiles and adjustable weights.

Elecom’s Scope Node Mouse may be slick, but is it actually functional? It promises pen-like usability by placing its 1600 dpi sensor between the index finger and the thumb.

The flame design may not be for everyone, but we like the Sharkoon Rush FireGlider’s gaming features; on-the-fly refresh rate toggling, Teflon feet, a 1.8m cable and weight tuning.

Trackball mice are out of vogue, but Kensington’s SlimBlade pays more than lip service to their remaining users with a low-profile design, four buttons and multi-mode software.

New from the gaming mouse fanatics over at Razer: the Mamba features a 5.6k DPI 3.5G laser sensor, 1 ms polling rates, 2.4GHz wireless tech and a detachable seven foot cord.

Logitech’s G13 keyboard was just the vanguard for their G-series gaming products, which include a 7.1 surround sound headset, keyboard with LCD and 5000 DPI laser mouse.

If you like the tactile feel of scissor switch keys, Acer is gearing up to release an Eee-branded wireless keyboard + mouse combo, with a minimalist look that matches the Eee well.

Bad memories of Apple’s infamous hockey puck mouse still give us nightmares, but we’re intrigued by this Multitouch Mighty Mouse concept by the good folks over at MacBlogz.com.

It’s not for everybody, but Zalman’s FPS Gun Mouse has a friggin’ pistol grip: how crazy is that? On the fly DPI switching (max 2000 DPI), 5 buttons and a gold-plated USB connector: we’re sold.

More = good for gamers, but this SteelSeries Mouse for World of Warcraft players really pushes the limit with a whopping 15 buttons and a pulsing internal light with 16 million colors.

Announced last month, HP has finally rolled out its HDX Gaming Mouse; this ambidextrous laser mouse sports DPI-switching (up to 2,400 DPI) and five buttons; not bad for $40.

Ergonomic mice aren’t anything new, but HandshoeMouse’s saddle shape seems to make sense: the entire hand rests on the mouse, allowing it to relax and minimize tension.

Well-known for their gamer-oriented mousepads, Nova Gaming’s Slider X 600 mouse gets 3200 DPI and a lateral cable; the latter is a bit funky, but supposedly gives greater freedom.

Apple’s iMac “puck” mouse never did it for us, but Grands of Dalvey’s opulent Bureau Mouse might do the trick with a chrome finish, 800 dpi resolution and fine leather mousepad.

Although we’re not sold on its ergonomics, Microsoft’s Arc Mouse definitely turns heads with its folding clamshell design. Along with a tiny USB transceiver, it’s ideal for laptop users.

In addition to their Explorer line, Microsoft has added BlueTrack tech to their SideWinder X8 gaming mouse, giving it an impressive 4,000 DPI and 30 hours on a single charge.