New Microsoft Sidewinder LCD Gamers Mouse

Whilst, if pressed, we would have to confess that we are very much on the Logitech side of the fence when it comes to keyboards and mice the newly announced Microsoft Sidewinder Gaming Mouse has certainly turned our heads as not only does it look the business it also boasts a staggering array of functions as well as an inbuilt LCD display.

As any hardened computer gamer knows, the feel and weighting of a mouse can make all the difference when it comes to pinpoint accuracy and, with that in mind, Microsoft have made a number of enhancements to the new sidewinder mouse that will undoubtedly be warmly welcomed.

Of these, the addition of four differing mouse weights which will allow you to tailor the new MS Sidewinder mouse weight to your tastes (from 5 to 30 grams) is an interesting feature especially when paired with a series of three user selectable mouse feet sets – each made of differing materials that offer various degrees of glide performance.

Additionally the new Sidewinder gaming mouse also comes with on the fly DPI switching allowing users to select either 400, 800 or 2000 DPI at will, with the selected setting being displayed on the mouse’s LCD screen - a great addition if you find that the mouse is a little too sensitive in a certain game.

Other novel features include a cable anchor and accessories storage box allowing you to sore unwanted cable within the mouse itself, five responsive main buttons supplemented by a wide metal scroll wheel and vertical slide buttons all of which are user configurable via the included profiling software (which can also be programmed with macros), as well as Vista Game Explorer and a Quick Turn hotkeys.

A seriously desirable item for any discerning gamers arsenal, the Microsoft Sidewinder Gamers Mouse will become available in October with a recommended retail price of $79.95.

Not what you’re looking for? Saiteks new Cyborg Gaming Mouse may be of interest.