Mionix Naos 3200
Feb 1st, 2011 | By ChrisCracking open it’s plastic cocoon, I realize that the mouse is the only piece included. Unlike its older brother, the Naos 5000, the Naos 3200 does not include a tin that houses multiple weights for weight adjustability. Also to note, the USB connector is gold plated, and placed at the end of a braided six foot cable.
Zooming in for a closer look at the mouse, there are several key features. Below the standard scroll wheel, Mionix has implemented a simple button system that increases or decreases the DPI on the fly. How is this helpful? Do you ever remember having to snipe an enemies head at a long distance, only to miss because your mouse was too sensitive and the crosshairs jumped too far at the slightest movement? This is your fix. Again, unlike the Naos 5000, this is no indicator bar to know exactly what level of DPI you are set at, but I’m sure you’ll get the feel for it fast. As for ergonomics, the Naos 3200 has grooves for the “extra” fingers so they set into place better, and offer a better grip on the mouse as well. The palm rest houses the Mionix logo, which lights up when plugged in.
Flipping the beast over, the model number stands out prominently at the top, along with all the other fine details printed out. On the top, bottom, and sides of the base, we can see large Teflon feet, which balance the mouse out properly and leave no room for wobbling, and also ensures easy gliding over virtually any mouse pad surface. The laser also fires up blindingly bright when plugged on, so make a note not to shine it directly into your vision.
The mouse isn’t everything though; read on to hear more about the programming software!