I personally don't like the big groove for your thumb that this and the revolution have. I prefer to hold the mouse with just the tips of my fingers and these "ergonomic" designs seem like they are more to rest your whole hand on the mouse which then requires you to move your whole arm almost to move the mouse.

As far as AA batteries go, i have to charge my mx1000 almost weekly now compared to monthly when it was new. My VX nano on the other hand lasts for 6 months or more on 2 AAA's.

milrtime83

@Sythzen: I love my 2 year old G5...have beat the shit out of it and still works/feels like new. It does have that middle click scroll wheel issue mentioned in the post though...kind of annoying but the durability makes up for it.

dandaman247

What's the charging system look like?

The revolution has a nice feel to it, but there's no way that I'm going to put my mouse back on the charger when I get up. It's just not ever going to happen.

My G7 was great and had two removable batteries. But, like all Logitech products, it only lasted for short while.

drewls

I've had 3 different revolution-type mice from logitech. (yes, i'm a logi-whore.) Of them, the best for me has been the nano, which 1) hasn't broken like the frickin VX revolution, and 2) doesn't have annoying scroll issues like my MX revolution.

Mostly, the problem I had with the MX was that the scrolling would get bizarrely lagged in certain programs, most notably in OpenOffice. Really annoying that I couldn't, you know, scroll through my word/writer documents.

I thought it might be a software thing, but the Nano hasn't had any such issue, only the MX revolution. If the MX 1100 fixed that scrolling issue, I might be tempted to get it ^_^

Aristeia

Bah, if the Revolution and this monstrosity got in a cage fight.... well lets just say the Revolution would stab this wussy mouse like a dirty Taiwanese whore who didn't get paid.

Disclaimer: I own the Revolution and can vouch for its street toughness... it once held me at gun point and demanded I surf the entire Internets.

praevalesco

I still am a bigger fan of the razer mice for gaming...
Maybe its becuase i have tiny hands...
<3 the Diamondback

Sorshha

No mouse can dethrone the Trackman Trackball!

FranklinTurtle

Oh, and never use a wireless mouse for gaming...

dicknervous

@FrankenPC: You can assign those keys to a key combination that does nothing.

Jason Chen

I've been a Logitech mouse user forever. I have enough Logitech Mice to open a museum for them. Currently I use the MX1000 for my daily work desktop use and a custom painted G5 for my gaming rig. I also have a MX518 as my backup gaming mouse/travel mouse.

I agree with the issue with the MX1000 and the contacts for the rechargeable batteries. I have to get it on the cradle just right. Had the same problem with the MX700 before that. The good news is the rechargeable batteries last almost a week so I only have to get it to sit just right once a week. :)

As for rechargeable AAs, I got so many of those between my sons toys, Cannon camera, etc that I always have some fully charged, so that's not an issue.

dicknervous

Arrgh! About six months after I decided to treat myself with an MX Revolution to replace my worn out MX 1000, Logitech had to slap me in the face with an even sexier mouse. This is my new must-buy item, and I must buy it now.

I am a consumer whore.

DisposableInterloper

Being a lefty I absolutely HATE those two buttons on the left face of the mouse. One of them is "back" and I hit that sucker all the time by accident. And no, the mouse software does not disable that with either Logitech or Microsoft mice.

FrankenPC

It sounds like a good mouse, i loved my MX1000 till it half way died a couple months back. It took a lot of searching for one still in stock but i picked up a G7, Logitech's only 'gamer' brand wireless mouse. It used variable dpi, more packet sending (so that it has a lot less lag), and rechargeable battery packs.

It's been simply the best wireless mouse i have ever used. I'm glad to see some of it's designs finally incorporated into new wireless mice as that means they might be working on a new gamer edition wireless mouse that can push the envelope again.

Spoony

As for the woes of AA batteries, a 4, 6 or 8 battery holder/charger next to your computer is the bees' knees.

Kaiser-Machead's WALL-E fetish

is there a bluetooth version?

dman0586

@out2getu

I never get any lag issues, and my usb dongle is hooked up to a hub.

max.goedjen

Does anybody ever have lag issues when using a cordless mouse? I was using a wireless mouse but it seemed that there was a slight delay from when I clicked to what happened on the screen. I thought that maybe it was me until I went back to my corded mouse and things were better.

out2getu

@Rabid Penguin: Thanks.

takashimiike 3G edition

I love my MX Revolution, it was worth every penny. And it's hardly $100 anymore, just saw it for $70 on amazon:
[www.amazon.com]

max.goedjen

@takashimiike 3G edition: You can generally find some good deals to get them cheaper, but Logitech's mice are worth the price you pay.

It seems that although it's wireless it is not rechargeable and doesn't come with a dock, unless you by the Mouse & Keyboard bundle, so keep that in mind.

Rabid Penguin

The MX Revolution is still selling for around that price point ($80ish from places like Amazon). The contact pad thing definitely sucks -- my first had the contact pads die and then the battery meter on the mouse kept screwing up. It would have a full charge and would a red battery icon. Logitech said the only thing to do was RMA the thing -- letting the thing die and then recharging it didn't work. I got two new ones the other day and they've changed the charger a bit, hopefully to address some of those issues.

alexlr

Hey where ever i can put a laser the better!! Seems like a really cool mouse, ive always had logitech stuff and no problems!!

gotcheeze5793

saboth: by chance did you install logitech's software? i've had that random pause problem with the MX revolution, but only when i've installed their crap software. if i leave xp/vista to its own devices, it works fine.

dvena

And by MS I meant the revolution that was well over 100

NeoXY

I don't agree, I still think the revolution is a nicer mouse. The second scroll wheel on the Revolution is three additional functions for you to use (expose, spaces and dashboard for me) along with the rest of the buttons.

And 80 isn't much. When I got the MX, I do think it was well over 100.

NeoXY

"since our experience with Logitech mice is that the contacts between it and the docking station always get worn out, which leads to an inability to charge after a few years."

Sounds like a deliberate design feature to me!

LittleJon

Considering my first reaction to things not going my way on the internet is to pick up my mouse and slap it against the desk top repeatedly, this is not for me.

General Halfshaftery

Just for a little perspective, it's only $10 more than the wireless Mighty Mouse.

Kaiser-Machead's WALL-E fetish

sounds pretty steep there...80$!!

urbanturban666

Looks good, I think i'll stick with my G5 for now though, still works great and I like having a cord rather than batteries.

Sythzen

$80? Wow that's a little steep for a mouse, but I suppose you get what you pay for.

takashimiike 3G edition

Unfortunately, it basically looks us south paws in the eye and says "Keep walking beyotch."

Kaiser-Machead's WALL-E fetish

I've used a revolution since Christmas. The MX1000 actually performs better, although the revolution feels like it is made better. The problem with the Revolution is there are "pauses" every now and then as if the signal isn't being received. Very frustrating when gaming. And I've placed the dongle on my keyboard USB so it is only like 18 inches from the mouse, and it still didn't improve the issue.

Saboth

Why does everyone complain about wireless gaming? I've used my Revolution on a daily bases to play TF2 and other shooters and it works like I charm. I'm confused.

NeoXY

@Saboth:
I doubt your problem is the distance from the receiver to the mouse. I have the revolution as well and its a good 3-4 feet (and desk) between them and I have no pause or lag issues. My guess is that the pause comes from it being plugged into the keyboard or a hub USB port. Try plugging the receiver into the back of the computer into one of the machines USB ports. With it in the keyboard, which is basically acting like a USB hub, the pauses are probably coming from the hub trying to send all of the data from all of the other devices plugged into it (if there are any), the keyboard, and the mouse through to the one port on the computer, and the switching between which device is primarily getting sent at the time (there's only so much bandwidth). The same thing can happen from any USB hub, and I've made the mistake before myself before I realized it.

The best advice, any device that you want to have a constant stream of data (mouse, keyboard, maybe webcam, speakers, etc) plug directly into a port on the machine. Stuff like iPod/iPhone connectors, external hard drives, printers, that only occationally might need a burst of data temporarily and slight pause isn't detremental, use a hub for.

aquajaws

It doesn't has a huge improvement over mx1000 it seems. I think I will stick with my mx1000 for now.

Playstation

No bluetooth :-(

surfjim

Charging tip for old Logitech docking station charged mice:
Take an eraser to the contacts on the bottom of the mouse and it'll charge just fine. They aren't worn out, just oxidized and covered with YOUR filth.

SirDrinksalot

@ara: Sorry about doubt post, just clarifying that my issue wasn't with side scrolling, it is the fact that the scroll has this mechanical "clutch" to swap between stepped and free scrolling, and clicking it feels horrible compared to microswitches. It's response is strange and half of the time it doesn't do anything unless you use force way beyond normal click.

ara

Lefties are out :-(

huarifaifa

I currently have the MX518 which I've had since it came out. I like the cord. No batteries and I'm not using the mouse farther then where I'm sitting in front of the computer. I use it for my art and gaming and it's perfect. I've been thinking about a G5 but I also think if they made the MX1000 corded I'd buy it. Or maybe they have, I don't know. Either way, when I hear wireless, I usually pass, no matter how advanced they say it is.

MJDeviant

I have MX Revolution and must say that the scroll sucks ass. It's completely useless as middle button, and the pathetic drives won't allow you to map middle button to any other button on the damn thing. Thank god some 3rd party has hacked their drivers, but really, can't recommend any mouse with that scroll to anyone.

ara

I got the MX1000 right after it came out, and it lasted until last year. Logitech being Logitech, they replaced it for free! I also have the MX Revolution at work, and like it a lot too, but had been hesitant to buy one for home/gaming.

Logitech read my mind and answered my prayers. I'll be picking one of these up soon!

blitzkrieg999

@DG: Okay, I wasn't liking the idea of AA batteries, but this is a winner idea.

Sam

Got a picture of the underside? I've got a MX Revolution. One of the nicer mice I've used, but the sensor is in a stupid spot - the near the middle and a little to the left - pretty much between my thumb and forefinger.

They really should move it to right beneath the end of my forefinger. Would make mousing a lot easier.

@max.goedjen: I got a refurb from Amazon for $35 (gold box deal + amazon prime.)

@scarbrtj: Actually, logitech is one of the few manufacturers that sells left-handed versions of their mice (and of the good mice, not just the crappy ones). So if you can't get one now, it'll be available shortly. Besides, we're going after the people that make scissors first. (right-handed $3. left-handed $50. hmm.)

Sam

I own the mc5500 keyboard/mouse set (800,000+ keystrokes on the keyboard!) and I wish the mouse took AA batteries. Mine is re-chargable and its a pain in the ass when I'm running dod and the mouse dies.

mechfluff

Shame the reviewer didn't say that you CAN charge the mouse (the batteries inside it) by just pluging it in a free USB port. And bonus, you can still use the mouse, as it charges, just like a corded mouse. ;)

DG

@scarbrtj: What we really need is a store owned by Ned Flanders.

Kaiser-Machead's WALL-E fetish

I have had an MX1000 since it first came out years ago. Still works like a champ and recharges just fine. I have left it off the charger for WEEKS and it has never let me down. Plays FPS games just fine as well. I would rather have the MX1000's built in lithium ion batter than AA's.

fuzzylollipop

I think all you left-handed folks have a legitimate class-action lawsuit on your hands against these "Rights Only" mouse manufacturers.

scarbrtj

@praevalesco: You, sir, win.

I have an awesome Logitech at my friends house (I bought it from him but he uses it some times, as his sucks) but I forget what model it is. And, it's wireless, and I use it for gaming and I have no problems....it's even got a nice rubber side...feels nice...I guess you could compare the rubber to gills in it's feel and look.

HellTempest

Just started using an MX1000 at work, and it's sweet. Big difference from my old three button logitech mouse from yesterdecade. Will definately pick this up for home computing. Having these stupid big hands, the grooves work well for comfort. Free scroll is also the greatest thing.

@Sam: try finding left handed surgical tools. Completely rapes you on price difference.

Darascon

I love Logitech mice but I have not grown to love Wireless just yet. Have a cord really doesn't bother me and the reliability of cordless for serious gamers still is not on par yet with their corded brothers IMO. Plus you have to pay more usually.
I hope this eventually comes in a corded version.

Also $80 is not much for a mouse these days, and the Logitech mice are the cream of the crop.

efenili

i don't know i still love my mx 310. its a basic mouse w/ the buttons on either side to go forward or backwards in a browser

kswiss19

@Saboth: What mouse pad are you using? I have gone through 4 or 5 MX revolutions and found some have the problem you described, including my current one, on a Corepad glass surface. I no longer use the glass pad and all is fine.

outie

@isoSasquatch: If you want a corded mouse, thx God you have where to choose from. They are dozens of very good corded mice avaible today (Steelseries Ikari, Logitech G5, MX518, G9, Razer Deathadder, to name just a few). But for a good, and i mean a GOOD cordless mice, you have to choose from a list of maybe five good wireless mice. For me, until this mx1100, no wireless mouse was good enough for me (not even Revolution), all of them had little things that bothered me. Not so with the new MX1100. At least from the official specs and user/reviews feedback.

DG

It's even got the salsa basic side-step curves.

ripfire

@Sam: re: Logitech making lefty versions of their high-end mice: really? Because the only one listed as left-handed on their site is the MX610. (Ambidextrous models don't count.)

Am I the only one who doesn't want his mouse to be cordless? I only use a mouse with my desktop computer, and I have zero problem keeping it plugged into my keyboard USB port. So why do I need to add more radio interference into the air and have another battery to charge, re-charge and eventually dispose of? I get it for laptops (sort of), but this feels like needless tech.

isoSasquatch

However, cable clutter is a nice thing to be rid of.

Kaiser-Machead's WALL-E fetish

@isoSasquatch: I agree. None of my mice venture far from my computers, so cordless is rather useless. Anyone with a desktop surely has enough USB ports to spare, but if you have a wired modern keyboard, chances are that you already have two low-powered USB ports available for peripherals like a mouse.

Kaiser-Machead's WALL-E fetish

God damnit, I want three thumb buttons!

Think of the WoW macro/keybind addicts, please!

D0rk

I would love for Logitech to start actually giving a flying fuck about Mac users. That would be fantastic.

matthewrex

i've been using the MX1000 for a good long while now, and the recharge contacts are terrible. i'll be ordering this mouse the day it becomes available! i've been waiting so long for logitech to come out with a good mouse that will suit me, since i need 10 buttons, and they haven't come out with many new ones that have that.

origamimavin

@LittleJon: i've got two MX1000's (Via the MX5000 Desktop set, one of which is used 10 hours a day and charged nightly.

I've had them both for over two years (maybe more).

neither has any charging issues.

mikeg916

I have a Nano and after this I am a logiteh customer for life, as far as I'm concerned. It's my every day mouse. It works for gaming, design work and web stuff. I'd suggest logitech to anyone I know, they're incredible mice.

LazyPanda

I have an MX 1000 and an MX Revolution and i definitely prefer the MX revolution except for one flaw, the scroll wheel clicking. It feels off no matter how i set it up so i don't use it but when using firefox or gaming i miss it and hate the stupid clutch effect that it has when you're not using the logitech software (i don't, i hate it) Anyway, does this mouse have a solid feeling wheel click and then the "smooth" scroll is just enabled when you scroll fast, or it is the click clutch like on the mx revolution. If it's a real middle mouse button I'm buying it when it comes out.

auslander

I've been using a VX Nano for over a year and I must say that it's the best mice I've ever had. Plus, I have changed the batteries only once since I bought it and never had any single issue with it.

Logitech's been my favorite company when it comes to mice and keyboards and this MX1100 seems to be very comfy for daily usage.

Tiago Sartor

I think that if it can use AA NiMH batteries like my Logitech Cordless Trackball then designing it to use AA batteries was the best way to go. People won't be tempted to discarding the unit when the internal batteries no longer hold a charge. It's easy to have a set of fully charged batteries at the ready. And a special/additional charger isn't needed which reduces cost and frees up an outlet.

toddrick

The last 3 generations of Logitech cordless mice all have a slight lag, causing me to overshoot constantly when using Windows at high resolutions ie. 1920x1200. I gave up on cordless and migrated to the corded G9. I've been very happy since. Cordless mice suck for gaming and precision work at higher screen resolutions. The problem seems amplified when using Vista, which introduces even more lag than XP.

QuailRider

The AA battery thing isn't a big deal. My VX Revolution has used 3 batteries so far in 8 months of constantly plugged in, 8+ hour use per day. The MX1100 can't be much worse. And it's one less thing on your desk.

I want one for my desktop. So tired of unplugging my VX so I can use it on my lappy.

Daniel

this one is never as sexy as the mx revolution! (glossy black parts and the overall design ;)

decenator

not rechargeable FTL.

ackthbbft

Any lefty who isn't using their mouse right-handed is just making the world unnecessarily hard on themselves. It isn't hard to learn, and then you get to use other people's computers without having to change options.

HonusWScruggs

i really like this and the mx revolution but have yet to change mice from my G5 i absolutely love the thing, on a side note but still logitech related, i just changed away from my G15 keyboard because i much prefer keys that feel like the old ibm's and the g15 just doesnt have that feel.

stryker1800

@auslander: It has a normal scroll wheel. To change the type of the scrolling, you must press the button below the scroll wheel.

Also, i love it uses AA replaceable batteries. I don't get it why some people hate it. They do last longer and you can replace them when they wore out from too many charge cycles. Can you do the same with a non-replaceble li-ion battery, like in many mice, Revolution for example?

DG

[FANBOI ALERT]
I own an MX Revolution, and my MX1000 is sitting next to me attached to my secondary computer.

My MX Nano is on the laptop downstairs.

How could I possibly find fault with this other than I don't have a spare machine to install one on?

I love you, Logitech. :)

strider_mt2k

Personally I can't stand these kinds of mouses. Sure they are fancy, I just don't like it to be shaped so I can grip it so perfectly. What if I don't want to grip it perfectly? What if I suddenly become left handed?

videoCWK

Ive had quite a lot of experience using logitechs wireless mice. My vx revolution is a great mouse for people with small hands. Ive had it for two years and have not had an issue with it, and the battery life is phenomenal. I think im on month 6. My experience with the mx revolution has been terrible. In the first 5 months, my mouse developed a major lag. 5 months and 5 days, it skipped so badly that i had to dig out the oem mouse. Logitech did send me another after i proved the warranty, but going through their forums, it seems the mx rev suffers from massive hardware failure. I will wait a year before i look into this mouse to see what problems it has. Im betting its going to have the same flawed components as the mx rev

drewdoog

I've owned a MX Revolution for a week now, and i'm quite happy with it, although i still cant map the second wheel click to Scale (Similar to expose, part of compiz) so i haven't really used it 100% yet.
I have to say, this article made me very uncomfortable regarding where i put my pinkie.

I would buy this one in a heart beat!

Macdelaney

their hardware's good but the drivers are horrible. i just upgraded to the revolution from the mx700 which was awesome but finally crapped out. anyone know of some hacked drivers? i would just forgo the software altogether but i feel ripped off paying this much for a mouse and not using the thumb scroll and clutch

Weihovah

I've been happily using my MX1000 since soon after it was released. I've never had any issues with lag or gaming; I used to play Unreal Tournament 2004 for hours at a time and never noticed any problems with precision, lag, twitchiness, or anything else. Definitely a step up from my corded Intellimouse Explorer optical! I've been using the eraser trick on the contacts for years now (I first learned that with my Aurora slot cars in the 70s, about the same time I was building tanks, Corvettes, and F-15s with my Spinwelder), or just wipe them with a damp cloth just before putting on the charging cradle. This new MX1100 looks like the perfect replacement if my old 1000 dies soon, or maybe I'll take the 1000 to work since my mouse cord always gets caught on the edge of the desk there.

I have had issues using later editions of the Setpoint software, so I've gone back to the version that was on the included CD.

Recently my wife added a cordless desktop set to her PC, which is only about 6 feet from mine, and occasionally her mouse will interfere with mine. Moving my receiver closer to my mousepad (about 12") seems to have eliminated the interference issues though.

mrtraver

I've actually preferred the vx revolution to the mx revolution because of its less bulky size. This one looks like it's a good middle ground between the two though. Will definitely keep an eye on it.

aznxenocide

@strider_mt2k:
oh my brother, testify!!!!!

g15 at home, g11 at work.

the boys at the monthly texas holdem tourney paid for my revolution (thanks guys!!)

the rev is hands down the best mouse i have used to date. and i have owned most of the different kinds of pointing devices. i like the document flip thumb wheel. and i set mine up so it free-spins all the time. i use the little button underneath it to clear out the cache data in firefox.

full of win!!!!

godwhacker

I got the MX Revolution when CompUSA was going out of business for $50
The only issue I had was I tended to tilt the mouse back in twitch gaming and it would switch out my weapons, because the fly wheel is so sensitive. I just had to change the way I moved the mouse.

Final

C'mon.. make one that works via Bluetooth you bastiges! I have a Revolution and it has this damn lag ball dropped on it constantly while it wrestles with both the wireless connection in the house as well as the phones.

These mice are truly wonderful to hold but I had to go back to my old mice to alleviate myself from the freezes.

Bweetza

I don't see anything about gaming performance and I'm guessing this isn't geared towards it. I use a MX1000 for work but at I home I use my trusty mx500 for gaming.

FandZ

I think I'll be replacing my G7 with this.

Thanks! Just ordered one at amazon.

Hyperplasia

so... how is this better than the MX Revolution?
I've been using a revolution for a couple years now and not only does it work really well, but it is also holding up really well. I felt a little spendy when I spent over 100 dollars on it, but I feel like it's paid off.
it has more features and seems more ergonomical than this mouse... maybe you had to be there?

mr_deadpool

ima lefty but due to school makin me use my right hand i still use a regular mouse. so even as a still tru Southpaw, i can enjoy this little trinket

ArrogantAce

Logitech FTW. The last 3 or 4 mice I have bought have all been Logitechs, and I couldn't be happier with them. They all still function as well now as they did they day I purchased them. I just follow the upgrade path every few years, the latest being the MX Revolution.

@ArrogantAce: Nice to know I'm not the only southpaw who uses a right-handed mouse, but it wasn't by force - it actually feels natural for some reason.

GC736

What I really want is a wired version of the MX Revolution or MX1100.

gokieks

@Saboth: I experienced that drop-out as well, even when the dongle was obscenely close. A major flaw in the design, made gaming frustrating and made working in Photoshop or LightWave incredibly tedious at times.

The loss of the second scroll wheel makes it a do not want for me. I'm happy with my G9 right now, and the Nano I use for my laptop is probably my favorite mouse so far.

Nice mouse, pains me to see these though since I lost my Revolution =(

Absent Blue

oh thank god. a quality wireless mouse with AA rechargeables. a proprietary battery just means 2 more annoyances:

1. more clutter on my desk- proprietary battery = proprietary charger.
2. non-replaceable (or at least, so damn inconvenient it might as well be non-replaceable). My MX1000's battery lasted over a day of continuous use when it was new. after 2 years i would be lucky to get 45 minutes on a single full charge. mouse was unusable, battery wasn't replaceable.

a single set of rechargeable AA's in your house instantly turns all products that use AA batteries into rechargeable devices. Wii remotes, TV remotes, computer mice...

willyolio

I have this mouse and the keyboard that is supposed to go with it.

it is indeed, one of the greatest sets i have ever owned.

p.s. - sometimes i spin the wheel on the mouse as fast as i can and time it before it stops spinning.

*spins*

alright, i just got 15 seconds!

arcanedark

@FrankenPC: I'd prefer my Revolution but the coating on the non-thumb side of the mouse is coming off. After seeing this thing, I dunno about the MX1100. I really like the secondary scroll. I use it to go through tabs in firefox and apps in Vista.

Not giving that up.

meefer

@arcanedark: You do that too?

Great for getting to the bottom of an endless thread!

strider_mt2k

I've had Logitech wireless mice for some time now, the MX700 I believe was followed by an MX1000, but I noticed one flaw, the mouse buttons will wear out in a way that makes the mouse double-click with one button press. I buy the Best Buy or Circuit City extended warranties, and wind up replacing or upgrading once a year.

I "upgraded" to a Microsoft Laser 8000 Bluetooth mouse a few weeks ago. Absolute garbage. Feels light and cheap, scroll wheel has no mass to it and is not indexed, and the charger takes up a lot of real estate.

In the market for a new mouse, but if it is Logitech, I'm not getting it without a warranty.

Lizard_King

The Logitech VX Nano, which I use, is great for left-handers and has the features of this mouse while being cheaper and having the smallest USB receiver ever.

longbourne

Wow that looks like a solid mouse, I would love to use that with my MacBook. For some reason I like using a mouse then mouse pad since its easier to right click then using command v every time I want to copy or paste.

CrashOverride777

While I agree with many that I don't like a cordless mouse in general (when the battery dies it's a pain) what I want is a different contour. You see on this mouse how there is a shelf that your thumb can rest on? Am I the only one out there who's pinky gets raw after awhile from dragging around on the desk and or mouse pad?

I want a mouse with a shelf on either side, one for my thumb and one for my pinky finger…

UnderLoK

After dealing with Logitech's current software, I ran out and purchased several MX510 mice so I could keep the previous version. Ever since they came out with the tilt wheel, they have been a pile of crap. I want a corded mouse, with a wheel that is solid for middle clicking. I have my thumb button set to launch Windows Explorer, and boy is that handy. With the latest software, Logitech REMOVED the ability to launch Windows Explorer. I called tech support and they actually said the removed it because Microsoft told them to. WTF? They listened to their competitor? But this mouse gives me hope. I don't like cordless, but if I have to go that direction, AA batteries are the way to go (I can steal them from a flashlight in a jam). Good middle click - Good so far. But I'm wondering if the software is OK? Can I assign "My Computer" to a thumb button? As long as they get this fixed before I run out of MX510 mice, I'm good.

BambalinaKenndey

This is not a gaming mouse. Therefore I wouldn't have much use for it. I don't like wireless mice in general, but I guess for people, who use their computers for work, browsing, etc, this mouse would be pretty good.

nilzxx

WOW! This is pretty cool!! Yeah the MX1000 is pretty awesome as well.

WizeGadgetgirl

I've read this review ([www.i4u.com]) and the author says it has lag, when he moves it slowly. :( IS THIS TRUE? I wanted this mouse for gaming on a media pc, but if it lags, than it really sucks. Damn. :(

DG

@DG: "Shame the reviewer didn't say that you CAN charge the mouse (the batteries inside it) by just pluging it in a free USB port. And bonus, you can still use the mouse, as it charges, just like a corded mouse. ;)"

Ok, i'm quoting myself to correct something i've said: Only the MX1100 mouse in the Wave kit (K&M) has this feature. The standalone version of this mouse (that is reviewed here) doesn't have this option; you must remove the batteries completly to charge them. :(

DG