Why I buy this one ?
- Five programmable buttons
- Microsoft Optical Technology
- Wheel scrolling
- Comfortable ergonomic design
- PC and Mac compatible

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What our customer's say!

"Best Mouse I've Ever Used", My keyboards/mice matter a lot to me since I spend 80% of my day at a computer (whether at home or at work). I've used almost all of Microsoft's Mice that come with their popular keyboards as well as the Microsoft Habu for the last few years. One reason I stopped using the Habu is that after 2-3 months of use the scroll wheel is useless.

The Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is very big, if not bigger than the Habu (which is big). I have larger than average hands (6ft male) so this mouse may not be comfortable to those with smaller hands. However, this mouse is perfect for me and feels a lot better than the Habu did. Although the DPI isn't as great as the Habu, just up the mouse motion and it works great. The scroll wheel is a definite improvement over previous Microsoft Mice. The mouse buttons are a bit stiffer than the Habu but not uncomfortably so.

Either way, this mouse has to be the best one I've used so far. It isn't packed with 500 buttons I'll never use. It feels well built (not like some plastic toy mice) and glides on the mouse pad without problem.

Mice are pretty simple so one of the big things that I like about this mouse is how well it fits in my hand and how comfortable it feels after 4-5 hours of use. Definitely recommend!

"Major Flaw That Causes Gaming Errors", After using the explorer 3.0 for over a month I discovered a MAJOR FLAW. If you have a tendency when relocating the mouse on the pad (like when you've gone all the way to one side of the pad but need the pointer to go over even further) if you drop the mouse just a little too harshly, I'm not even talking about hard, it will cause the middle scroll wheel button to activate (it doesn't click but it still activates). This matters if you've reassigned the wheel button to be a certain weapon or some action in a game it will cause the action to happen. I thought I had just abused the mouse so I got new one but it does the same thing. I can not believe nobody else has noticed this issue but I am now sick of this mouse and now need to get something else. I kind of noticed the issue at first but it took me a really long time to realize it wasn't me, it was the mouse causing it every time.

"Just Perfect", Definately the best mouse for your money. Fits my hand perfectly even if you have medium sized hands. The side buttons do not get in the way and are easy to program for office work or FPS (first person shooters) and MMORPGS. The wheel does make a somewhat loud clacking noise when scrolling but unless you're really paying any attention to it you really won't notice it especially if you're a gamer. The best feature of this mouse is that it eliminates the necessity of having a mouse pad. You can use it on any surface and the pointer will not skip around. So far I've experienced no ghost moving (cord making the mouse move) infact I say the cord for this mouse is perfect. The cord does not make the mouse move on it's own if it's idle.

I would actually give this mouse 4 1/2 stars only because of the clacking mouse wheel but overall I'm very happy with this mouse and I highly recommend this to anyone :)

"Very pleased", I've had my Intellimouse Explorer since the 3.0 model was first introduced- I'm a big gamer, and when I'm not gaming I'm almost always doing something else on the computer; I often spend all day on it, even through meals. I can appreciate a solid, dependable design- especially when it lasts me through four computers and innumerable hours of pounding. It has only been in the last few months that my old unit started to conk out (the scroll wheel started registering multiple clicks when only pressed once), and I've been looking for a replacement.

This thing is durable, folks- even under constant, intense use for years, the scroll wheel is the ONLY issue I've ever had with it, and that's very recent compared with the unit's lifespan. To give you some idea of just how much use the old one has had... well, it changed color over the years from all the caked-on grunge; it was silver-gray when I got it but is now a well-worn yellowish tan. I've dropped it, squished it, spilled things on it, and yet it still works. The side buttons, which people knock for being so flimsy-feeling? They really aren't; they may have a bit of extra spring but you'd have to submit them to far more abuse than I've been able to in order to break them.

Cleaning the mouse is incredibly easy compared to other models; the four phillips-head screws which hold the cover on are concealed beneath the feet, which are easily pried off by a standard head or a knife. After that, the entire shell of the mouse lifts off; all the working parts are attached to the base while the upper section just houses the plastic buttons. From there, you can clean the whole assembly with a q-tip- the scroll wheel is easily detachable once the cover is off too, just in case some hair or something gets stuck in it (I have two cats in the house; this is more important than it seems). Re-assembly is just as easy; you won't have to move any wires around to clear the casing like with some other mice. Since mnay mouse problems are done away with by a good cleaning, the value of a mouse which can easily be taken apart without risking damage to the unit cannot possibly be overstated.

I was very happy to discover that this model was still available, and the moment I saw that it was I ordered one. I've been so satisfied with this design in the past that I'm very tempted to buy another so that I'll have one on hand years down the road when my replacement finally dies- an event which I'm sure will be years away, as the design has changed very little since the first generation- a good thing, in my mind, since it has served me so well. This mouse is definitely one of those woefully rare examples of "got it right the first time."

"Works Great", I've had this mouse for a month or so and have no complaints. I use it for normal computing and some games.

Initially I was worried about the 2 buttons in the thumb area. I didn't want to be constantly hitting them when I didn't want to. So far, it hasn't been a problem because my thumb rests below them most of the time. Occasionally I hit them by accident but usually it's not a problem.

The response time seems instant to me.

Read this reviews before You buy...

"BEST MOUSE EVER", hey, just wanted to share with you, if you are a looking for an awesome or should i say the best mouse for all purpose, including gaming, you should buy this!..... this is by far the best mouse ive had ( among logitech 518's, 310's, 510's) and all that... it has an awesome shape... in the beginning you will find it big, but after a couple of days it will become "normal"..... this is my point of view and i really recommend it. the tracking is really good too.

"A Must Have", I am thrilled with this mouse, a few extras are added since the one before this one

"Great mouse", I had this mouse for over 5 years, playing EQ,WOW for hrs everyday.. Never gave me a problem. I'm ordering a new one because my buttons a worn and the rubber on the sides are very worn..So I would give this mouse 5 stars

"The one and only!!", This mouse is easily one of the most sought after mice on the internet. People would pay as high at $60 for this mouse, used, on auction sites just to experience what was said to be the best performance you could receive from a mouse.

Everyone has a personal preference when it comes to peripherals. The IME 3.0 is the perfect example of the phrase "One man's trash is another man's treasure." There are many people who love this mouse, and a significant amount of hype revolved around it. On the flip side, many people do not understand why there are those who would live and die by this 5 year old mouse when technology has come so far since its release. Today, GotFrag Hardware not only has the chance to review the re-release of this legendary mouse, but to compare it to an original IME 3.0 from 2002. We will now explore and attempt to discover why this mouse has become so legendary over the years.

All joking aside, I would describe the moment I opened the box as nostalgic. It brought me back to the time when this mouse first was around. When I hardly recognized it as anything more than a mouse. To think, if I had known they would be so popular I would have bought a truckload. I have been accustomed to Logitech and Razer mice for many years, so my first reaction was that the mouse felt odd in my hands. I never caught the craze over this mouse, and I believe that is why this makes me the prime choice to review it. Without any sort of bias, this mouse will be forced to convert me from my Logitech/Razer loving ways.
Optical Tracking Performance
Legendary accuracy delivered from an optical engine that produces 9000 Frames per Second, Maximum Speed of 54+ Inches per Second, and Maximum Acceleration of 25g's combined with Microsoft's Intelligent Tracking System with a centered optical port.



Ergonomic Design
Button placement for improved sensitivity and soft touch materials for a sure grip.



5 Customizable Buttons
Reassign any button to fit your needs.



Scroll Wheel with Detents
A specially designed scroll wheel with detents enables more accurate scrolling through documents, spreadsheets, or video games.



Improved Slick Feet
For smooth movements across a variety of surfaces.



Centered Optical Port
For enhanced targeting and accuracy.



Flexible Cord
The thin, flexible cord was designed to provide the sensation of wireless with all the performance of a wire.



Gaming Toggle
With the push of a button you can switch between your favorite weapons or actions--it's easy to quickly change settings while playing.



Precision Booster
Switch between default speed and precision mode for enhanced control.



Intelligent Tracking System
Enjoy smoother tracking over a greater variety of surfaces with the Microsoft® Intelligent Tracking System.

THIS IS THE BEST GAMING MOUSE!!!

"loud scroll wheel", The mouse feels pretty good and left and right click are ok. The scroll wheel is way too loud. Everytime you scroll it sounds like you're climbing a big hill on a rollercoaster, click, click, click.It almost feels a bit loose and broken I'll try it for awhile and see if i can get used to it.