Microsoft Mobile Memory Mouse 8000

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 16 expert reviews

Excellent:

5
Good:

7
Average:

3
Bad:

1

Pros:

Small size.
Transceiver also serves at 1GB USB drive.
Mouse is rechargeable.

Cons:

Lacks BlueTrack tracking technology found in newer MS mice.
Small size takes getting used to and may be uncomfortable for some.

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Last revision on February 14, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Small size
Transceiver also serves at 1GB USB drive
Mouse is rechargeable
7 programmable buttons
Brushed aluminum finish
Good price
Simple install
Magnifier feature comes in handy
Magnetic cables are cool
Comfortable
Ergonomic design
Bluetooth option
Works with Windows, Macs
Option to go without a transceiver is great
Good wireless range
Work and charge at the same time

Reviewers Didn't Like

Lacks BlueTrack tracking technology found in newer MS mice
Small size takes getting used to and may be uncomfortable for some
Must carry an additional cable to charge the unit that could get lost
Transceiver is pretty bulky, and sticks out like a soar thumb on a laptop
Flash memory is unbelievably slow
IntelliPoint software is missing a few key features
The placement of the thumb buttons is too high
Flash drive does not work with Vista ReadyBoost
For right-handed users only
Awkward to hold

Expert reviews and ratings

All in all, this is a pretty good and stylish mouse that, among many others, is worth a look if you’re out on the market for a new laptop mouse. Although it lacks BlueTrack, a newer technology found in more current Microsoft mice, it still proves...

By GeekSmack on September 09, 2009

The Mobile Memory Mouse 8000 is a brilliant looking mouse that is sure to draw some attention and its LED will alert the user when it is time to attach it to its transceiver to be charged. Even its smaller mobile design gives a great level of...

By Hardware-Pacers on April 20, 2008

The Mobile Memory Mouse is a very good as a mouse in that it’s comfortable, portable, and just works without any hassles. We also like the magnetic charging cables, as they are very easy to use. However, it’s very expensive given its...

By Digital Trends on February 06, 2008

100

Back in 1963, Douglas Engelbart created the first mouse – and then not much happened for 44 years. But with the Mobile Memory Mouse 8000, Microsoft has finally got us excited at the idea of a new mouse.It doesn’t look particularly exciting,...

By TechRadar on February 04, 2008

This mouse offers versatility, mobility and good accuracy for notebook users. While its small, its still fairly comfortable, but its scroll-wheel button could use a little more...

By Good Gear Guide on December 17, 2007

This mouses USB receiver also functions as a 1GB memory key. Its also supplied with a cleverly detachable cable so it can be recharged while in use as a wired mouse. The mouse certainly looks the part with sweeping lines and aluminium buttons, but...

By V3.co.uk on December 08, 2007

Just when you thought that the mouse couldnt really evolve much further, along comes the Mobile Memory Mouse 8000. In fact, we had believed the mouse had some way to go before becoming the perfect pointing machine, especially the notebook type. We...

By Sydney Morning Herald on November 19, 2007

This portable mouse has loads of extras—but also a high price and an unusual shape you’ll either love or...

By Computer Shopper on October 01, 2007

The Microsoft Mobile Memory Mouse 8000 is one of the most fully featured notebook mice available. The charging system is the best method for charging any mouse I have seen and other than the fat, short design, the Microsoft Mobile Memory Mouse 8000 is...

By I4U on September 27, 2007

Microsofts ambitious, if slightly awkward, Mobile Memory Mouse 8000 covers all the bases with built-in memory, both Bluetooth and 2.4GHz, and even a rechargeable battery....

By CNET Australia on September 25, 2007

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