OMEN by HP Photon Wireless Gaming Mouse with Qi Wireless Charging, Programmable Buttons, Custom RGB, E-Sport DPI (6CL96AA)

Battery life was pretty much none existent as soon as removed from cord it would only last 20 minutes

Works super well! I’m definitely glad I bought it.

This is a serious mouse for serious gamers. From the moment you take it out of the box, you can tell. It’s a big, heavy mouse with unlimited potential to make it a perfect fit for the individual user. Things that I felt were noteworthy: · It’s wireless, of course. I charged it with a standard wireless charger I had around (QI certified) with no problem. I saw where there is a special charging pad available, which those who spend large amounts of time might want to consider; you would never run out of power! · It does have a micro-USB adapter (port is on the front). · The dongle for it is nice and small. · You can adjust your DPI during use. As you make selections, the color on the mouse changes. Kind of cool. · You can’t adjust the length, but the flanges on the sides are removable. I happen to like the flanges, as I tend to use a “claw grip” when I’m using the mouse. With the flanges in place, I don’t get that irritating thumb drag. And the flanges are different sizes and changeable depending on whether you’re left or right handed. · Out of the box, the 2 buttons on the left side are already installed. I added an extra 2 on the right side (all parts included) to give me the full 11 button options. This mouse is smooth. I don’t think I’ve ever used one quite like it. Again, if you’re serious about gaming, this mouse may be for you.

This is the most comfortable mouse that I’ve ever used! I’d definitely recommend this to anyone.

Qi charge is cool and so is the sensor location for finger-tip grippers...but sadly it was just off on its design between the buttons and weight.

I dont know if this is a localized problem that only involves me, but my mouse will randomly set its DPI to the lowest setting and wont let me change it (Even in the Omen Command Center software) so I wouldnt recommend this to E-sport gamers unless you are okay with using the lowest DPI setting on this mouse. The only way to fix it is to reach behind my computer, plug in the micro USB cable, and connect it with a cable. This is really inconvenient because I use my desks built-in USB ports to charge the mouse and my computers ports are all on the back of it except for 2, one for the wireless receiver for this mouse and one for my Omen Headset. This is really frustrating for the price, but all I use my setup for is for video editing and light gaming so it doesnt really harm me that much. This happens twice or even three times a day for me, so now Ive gotten used to charging my mouse on the floor at night so I can leave the cable back there. The mouse is really comfortable, I dont even think about me holding it half the time. And while I dont need the ambidextrous stuff, I do appreciate the engineering involved and the magnets are a blast to fidget with. The materials are pretty good, the mouse feels heavy but glides fast and without much force. The RGB is limited with the bad Omen software, but this could change with future updates to the Command center so keep that in mind. (Written 2/8/20) The mouse connects to the computer on boot almost instantly, way faster than my Omen Sequencer keyboard which is wired. The latency is not even noticeable, even when I play Overwatch and other Esport games on occasion I never felt latency. I really want to recommend this mouse, and I own so many Omen products, but I cant because of that stupid bug. Maybe just update the firmware, after all the MicroUSB can carry data so just make me plug my mouse in like usual and install some new firmware to fix it. For 120 bucks, I expected a mouse that would at least be somewhat reliable but this thing really disappoints. Edit (3/14/20): So, another month has passed, and I think the issues are pretty much gone. I dont know how, but honestly, I dont care Im just glad the mouse is back to normal. Now, the mouse is easier to recommend, but I still have some gripes with it that have developed over time. New pros: -The battery life is great, considering the RGB. I get around a week of 3-6 hour use of it on a charge. -The mouse stays clean, even with abuse; I eat food at my desk to save time a lot, and I have noticed that my mouse is much cleaner than my keyboard even though I use it way more. I do clean my keyboard, but not my mouse so its kind of scary how clean it is. -The DPI issues have stopped for a good while now, so thats good. New Cons: -When wireless charging, I find it difficult to find the sweet spot to charge. I end up spending like a full 30 seconds shifting it around to find that perfect spot where it charges and if you nudge it it stops. -When charging wirelessly or wired from a wall outlet, the RGB stays on even after hours have passed without movement. (The RGB is really bright at night with no other lights on) -This is a nitpick, but it bothers me a little so I thought I would mention it; the scroll wheel sounds different scrolling up rather than down where it is much louder scrolling up. EDIT: (5/02/20) The mouse got a firmware update, it probably fixed the issues I was experiencing. However, now a hardware issue has arisen. I lost one of the magnetic pieces of the mouse and now theres a big gap in the side. Keep in mind while purchasing that there are no extra magnetic pieces included.

· This is a gaming mouse but I’m using it as my only mouse which means 90% general use. It’s precise and comfortable for everyday use. I used a Logitech MX Revolution mouse as my daily mouse previously and this could be a replacement for everyday use. · The detachable magnetized thumb rests seemed a little gimmicky but they lock in securely. I use the mouse with both thumb rests. · Seems like the only way to get the Omen Command Center drivers is through the Microsoft store, not HP’s site. There was Command Center Software but it seemed to be only for the PC’s which was confusing and I lost interest trying to figure it out. If I can search the model and find the drivers on HP support then whatev. The mouse works without the Omen software but you need it to program the buttons. · The logo on the mouse changes colors which means I’m serious about gaming because…colors.

I started having issues with the mouse out of the box. It started as minor cosmetic issues (I would select what color Id like the OMEN logo to be from within the command center, and it would last no more from 5-10 minutes before it would chose which color to be on its own)... about a month into having the mouse the real issues started. Seemingly out of nowhere, the actual functionality of the mouse goes down the drain. Sometimes its the right-click function, sometimes its the left-click, sometimes the scroll wheel will not work, and the DPI of the mouse will randomly be reduced a significant amount to the point where I cant play with it. If an HP representative reads this, PLEASE contact me for a replacement

I use it for Photoshop. Works great.

Im more of Logitech fan regarding PC peripherals however I took this one as a secondary mouse for my rebuild hp OMEN X900 system . I was pleasantly suppressed how smooth and nice this mouse feels could easily become my primary mouse however I still like the idea of constant charging while gaming like on my G903 Powerplay mouse and pad . Otherwise it really looks and feels premium and it is fast thats for sure .