SteelSeries Ikari Laser review!

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<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span>Introduction</span></span></strong>
<span> Due to popular demand - SteelSeries Ikari [<strong>Laser </strong>Version] Review. </span><span> The Ikari is SteelSeries' latest flagship in mice, built from the ground up with input from professional players. SteelSeries have focused on meeting the two main needs of these professional players - which are precision, and comfort. SteelSeries have also mentioned that unlike some other mice on the market, the Ikari features no gimmicky lights or functions which may distract during gaming.<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span>In depth look</span><span> </span></span></strong><span>Starting at the top, we can see the Ikari is made of two pieces, the large top piece which includes the mouse 1 and 2 buttons, and the palm rest which has the SteelSeries logo. Unlike some other mice such as the Deathadder and the Salmosa (which have an elevated back for the palm to rest on), we can see the Ikari's back is rather low, rendering use of the 'claw-grip' quite difficult. The reason for this is that SteelSeries built this mouse specifically for 'palm-grip' users, and to support this idea we see the base of the Ikari is elongated on both sides of the mouse for your thumb and little finger to rest on. This ensures your hands will not be fatigued after prolonged hours of gaming. The top and side areas of the Ikari are also coated with rubber for optimum grip for when hands get a bit sweaty.</span></span>
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<span><span>Moving around to the front, we can see the mouse 1 and 2 buttons with the scroll wheel in between, and you'll also notice SteelSeries have included a DPI switch under the scroll wheel for when you want to change your DPI setting on-the-fly. </span></span>
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<span>On the left side of the mouse, SteelSeries have provided two side buttons and also an LED indicator as to whether you are using High or Low DPI.</span>
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<span><span>Switching over to the other side, we get a closer look at the elongated base and how it supports the ring finger and little finger.</span></span>
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<span><span>Turning over the Ikari to reveal the bottom, you'll find SteelSeries' 2nd generation Laser engine (with a maximum DPI of 3200) in the middle, and 4 Ultra Teflon feet situated at the 4 corners of the mouse for optimum glide. We can also see SteelSeries have provided us with a LCD screen to check which sensitivity profile we are using.</span></span>
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<span>Note. LCD screen only available on Laser edition.<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span>Drivers</span></span></strong></span>
<span><span>once installed, you will find the Ikari Laser drivers are sectioned into 3 parts. </span></span>
<span><span> The First part lets you customize all the buttons on the mouse to your preference. </span></span>
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<span><span> Second part lets you change and store two DPI profiles of your desired value. You can change these at any time using the button below the scroll wheel, to find out which profile you are currently using all you have to do is turn over the mouse at have a look at the LCD </span></span>
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<span><span> The third part lets you change the SteelSeries Free Move settings; this lets you alter the correction settings for the mouse. </span></span>
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<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span>Performance and Comfort</span></span></strong>
<span> After using the Ikari for a while in several different games such as Call of Duty 4, Quake Live and Counter Strike: Source, it was apparent that SteelSeries definitely knew what they were doing, and put their resources into the right areas. During my time using the Ikari laser I found the tracking was very precise and on par with all of laser mice currently available. I did however encounter skipping problems when I tried to move the mouse very fast in games at both High and Low sensitivity; this is something I did not encounter with the Optical version of the ikari. I was very pleased the lift off distance was much better compared to the optical. As for comfort, I found the Ikari to be likely one of the most comfortable mice I have come across yet, leaving no fingers hanging off the edge. The Ikari cups your hand like a glove. </span>
<span><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span>Conclusion</span></span></strong></span> In conclusion, the Ikari laser is a high quality mouse with good tracking and an ergonomic design, especially accommodating to those who use the 'palm-grip.' The Ikari is also very affordable, and at the same time is of a high build quality with no flimsy buttons or cords. The only downside to this mouse is the fact that it sometimes skips when moved very fast, so if don't make sudden fast movements with your mouse and favor a high DPI I would suggest having a look at the Ikari Laser.</span>[/p]