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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 07:53 PM
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My cordless mouse keeps eating batteries..

just put in a new set of Duracell batteries yesterday and already it is saying the batteries are low... I downloaded the software for the mouse to see if that helps, but does anyone have an idea of why it is doing this..

Thanks for any help.
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 08:04 PM
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I have the same problem with a M$ mouse at the office, I use a logitech rechargeable mouse now, no more batteries.
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 08:30 PM
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rechargable > *
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Eggplant-EX
just put in a new set of Duracell batteries yesterday and already it is saying the batteries are low... I downloaded the software for the mouse to see if that helps, but does anyone have an idea of why it is doing this..

Thanks for any help.
what kinda mouse do you have?
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 09:18 PM
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It's a Logitech Cordless Mouseman Optical.
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 09:27 PM
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Why do you guys like cordless stuff over the plain old hardwired?
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 09:35 PM
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I got the Logitech LX700 cordless keyboard with cordless and rechargeable mouse. Good shit...
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 09:43 PM
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You must be using the cheap cheesy batteries? Yuk Yuk
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted by doopstr
Why do you guys like cordless stuff over the plain old hardwired?
Cause the cord sucks
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 10:19 PM
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Sounds like my BOSE Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones, they work great but the current pair i have go through a AAA battery in about a week.
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by I'm Batman
You must be using the cheap cheesy batteries? Yuk Yuk

they're Duracells.. not the ones you buy at the 99 cent store...
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Old Oct 8, 2005 | 11:59 PM
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Sounds like my BOSE Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones
Does it really work? How much did it cost? I'm interested in buying one if it's not too expensive.
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 04:04 AM
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Does it really work? How much did it cost? I'm interested in buying one if it's not too expensive.
Yes they do. Bose Quiet comfort 2 is 299
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by TSX7
Does it really work? How much did it cost? I'm interested in buying one if it's not too expensive.

Yes they really do work, i was amazed on how much sound is canceled out before you start to listen to music. Are they worth $300 ? only you can answer that for yourself, i've tried many headphones and out of all of them i'd still pick BOSE.

But then again i really like BOSE, i have several of there products, there one of only a few companies that stand behind there products, you can call them up and all they want to do is make you a happy camper. In my case there sending me out a replacement headset b/c of the battery issue, no questions asked.

I've had them for close to a year and used them nearly everyday with no complaints.

With any BOSE product you can try them for 30days, if you dont like them return the product and get a full refund again no questions asked. You have nothing to lose by giving it a try and they have free shipping, if your not close to a bose store.
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 11:57 AM
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I use logitech cordless mouse and keyboard too.. but i use engerzier (sp?) maybe you bought crappy batteries?? --> just a guess or a bad batch.
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 12:33 PM
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I have the same mouse at work. I haven't changed my batteries all year.
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Eggplant-EX
It's a Logitech Cordless Mouseman Optical.
It's a known problem with that mouse. I actually had one blow up on me! It litterally launched off of the table onto the floor, it scared the crap out of me.

Ditch the mouse and buy another brand.
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by doopstr
Why do you guys like cordless stuff over the plain old hardwired?
I make my friends get them because god knows when I'll show up sober, and not trip over them.

EDIT: Don't Coat your batteries with Cheese
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 02:38 PM
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 04:37 PM
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Cordless = meh. My brother has one, doesn't do anything special.
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 09:12 PM
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I had the same problem before. i just take out the batteries at night when i'm going to use it. it prolongs the battery life quite a bit.
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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 11:40 PM
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It was around $40 and i use it for multiple hours a day and have only changed the batteries once since January 05. Im confused as to why i get good battery life but i cant complain
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 12:32 AM
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My logitech battery ones are fine. I change batteries once like 3-4 months.
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 08:15 AM
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I have one (MS optical wireless) , works great, haven't had to replace batteries yet (6 months)...
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 08:35 AM
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Rechargeable mouse is the way to go. Or you can try different batteries, maybe use Duracell Ultra vs. the Coppertop. I always liked the Duracell Ultra, although I am not sure if there are any quality change in their batteries after Proctor and Gamble bought the Gillette Company.
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 09:29 AM
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I have a set at home too, the battery life is about 6-9 months. Check the lens of the mouse to see if any dirt trap in it. Since the sensor sense the change of light. The dirt in the hole will trip the sensor and drain your battery.
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 11:48 AM
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It was around $40 and i use it for multiple hours a day and have only changed the batteries once since January 05. Im confused as to why i get good battery life but i cant complain
I got the M$ wireless natural optical desktop pro, which came with this mouse and a natural keyboard.

6 months already; I have not changed batteries yet. That is awesome.
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 01:00 PM
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Rechargable mouse, Or NMHI batteries. I use teh Rechargable Energizer (silver and green lable) they last Alot longer than standard batteries.
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Eggplant-EX
It's a Logitech Cordless Mouseman Optical.

I have the exact same mouse for my laptop for work....
I use it for about 8-10 hours a day and only change the batteries once every three months. There must be something wrong with yours. I now use rechargable batteries, which also work very well.
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Old Oct 10, 2005 | 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
I have the same mouse at work. I haven't changed my batteries all year.
Is that batteries for your dildo?
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