Should I get a Mini Laptop Mouse to go with this? I heard alot of the touchpads go bad on these models. Should I just get a mini retractable laptop mouse to go with this if I buy it?
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I purchased a mini mouse but not because of touchpad going bad. Because I'm used to mouses. I have a mouse with a cord because, to me, it easier to keep up with but works great with my netbook. I recommend it.
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The model 1068 seems to be identical, except it comes with a mini mouse instead of a sleeve. Also, the 1068 is cheaper at present for some reason. (I ordered it shipped from amazon to get free shipping, but they have it on backorder. It's available from other vendors here, though.) The tech stuff seems to be exactly the same. I posted a discussion on this to see if there are any other differences. You might want to check the model 1068 out. I see no difference except for the sleeve/mouse.
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Just installed a logitech 502 wireless mouse on a comparable laptop; just attach the mini wireless usb adapter on your laptop; put batteries in the mouse; and you are ready to go. Any of the logitech mice in the $25.00 to $30.00 range work well. I got mine on Amazon. Brick and motor stores charge more. Good luck.
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The touchpad and buttons work just as a mouse. If that is all you are needing for the game is mouse usage it should be no problem. The only thing I haven't tried was click and drag.
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I agree! I have started using the tap feature of the touchpad (two fingers for right click). I works OK for most things once you get used to it but for quick response in a game, I have to connect an external mouse (trackball in my case).
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Hi, I use a Microsoft wireless touch mouse without any problems. It uses an USB Nano transceiver which Works well (about the mouse, do not buy that model, the touch design is more a bother than anything else). Another thing, if you want to upgrade this machine to Windows 8, this would require that you upgrade the bios to enable the hardware buttons. The bios upgrade is not reliable in this device!! (actually, I bricked my asus doing that), please check on internet before do it.
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this mouse is totally compatible with pc and laptops. mini means there is a larger version of this mouse. this is the smaller version. i suggest going to youtube and look at the reviews and unboxing videos of this product
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I like the mouse. I bought it to use it with my HP laptop and it works great.
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I had an HP bluetooth mouse that worked quite well. Did try a Targus for awhile but it seemed to disconnect when left idle for any amount of time, but would reconnect when you move it but if your playing a game that get frustrating. The HP mouse just didn't live through the 8 foot drop I put it through by accident. OOPS.
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I rarely use the mouse except when editing documents. Have noticed that the mouse performance seems to vary between different programs. Would try variety of browsers and see if that makes a difference! All of my devices are behaving badly today. Ready to revert to stone tablet and chisel!!! :-/ Good luck to you, and happy holidays!
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I always use a mouse. The trackpad is active and it is not a bother. To answer your question, I don't know. I found the Acer tech support to be pretty good.
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The mouse works well for me. The movement of the mouse is a function of hand pressure and the surface over which it slides. Maybe you need to get a new mouse pad? Amazon would be more than happy to sell you one with your order. (:-)
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J. Bravo, I don't have a problem w/the mouse functions, even w/the neuropathy in my hands. Probably personal preferences. Yes, I think over a period of time--because I'm using the mouse from the defective suite--it will "loosen" or "get smoother" w/in a few months, if you use it often. Mice are not my problem, but I do like this one better than others. I hope this helps. Be safe.
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I favored the touchpad and being over bluetooth for the application I'm using it on. Overall I'm quite happy with it for the price. Hope that helps :)
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This is not good for your touchpad Laptop. The best thing you can do is to buy a mini laser tracking mouse to move the arrow wherever you like. Use your fingers only for typing. My best regards. Gus
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There's actually nothing to turn off. Your mouse will merely take over for the Touchpad. I have a cordless mouse that works absolutely perfectly with this laptop. Enjoy! It's a great machine!!!!
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I find it frustrating for simple desktop use. It will sometimes click things when you don't want it to. It's not precise or very accurate. It sometimes goes off on its tangent i.e it'll drift to the edge for no reason. It's terrible really. Use a mouse it'll cut down on the frustration level immensely. However I will add that as of now the trackpad is officially the only problem I have with it. Fanstastic computer otherwise.
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I used the built-in touch pad on the laptop. Don't think there's enough room to maneuver a mouse effectively.