The very robust software allows for a huge number of adjustments. X and Y axis sensitivity can be independently set, resolution and sampling rates can be changed, and buttons can be remapped (including macro assignment). You can even turn the lights on the mouse on and off. A handy feature of the software lets the thumb button to be coupled with the scroll wheel, allowing the user to hold it down and use the wheel to set the sensitivity onscreen. This is a good thing because I found the default sensitivity adjustment buttons to be a little hard to get to in their recessed slot. Since the mouse has 32 MB of onboard memory, 5 independent game profiles can be programmed and then stored directly on the unit itself. Cool.
 
One of the most stand-out features of the Habu, and the feature that really sets it apart from other gaming mice, is the replaceable side button panel. With the press of a rectangle on the bottom of the mouse, the entire side panel pops off and can be replaced with another that has alternate button positioning. This allows both people who operate the mouse with their palm, and those who operate the mouse with their fingertips to be equally comfortable. Very cool.

Conclusion

The Habu is a very capable and uniquely customizable gaming peripheral. At $69.00 MSRP, it definitely sits among the more expensive mice. Still, the excellent performance, and unusual level of customization possible makes the Habu well worth the extra money spent. Serious gamers that are willing to shell out a little more for quality product should be quite happy with Microsoft's and Razer's love child.