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Summary: Not perfect but can be close to it
Review: When you compensate for the problems it has this mouse works really really well. Based on reviews I had read here I knew the problems I would be getting into.Firstly, tracking. A decent mousepad is REQUIRED if you don't want your mouse occasionally moving all over the place. I had a standard mousepad with a picture on it and it messed up the mouse all the time. Got a solid black one from ratpadz for about $11 and that has resolved all my problems with that issue. Secondly, I had read the program that was included with the mouse sucked and/or had a lot of bugs in it. I didn't install the software that came with the mouse and it works fine with the original software that came with my computer. I didn't configure any of the buttons as what it has is plenty for my home office and gaming uses. (gaming includes rpgs, mmorpgs, and fp shooters) Finally, the recharge thing. It does last a long time but its important to remember to put it on recharge when you aren't using it. I use it consistantly for 8 to 16+ hours in a day (depending on my sleep schedule). I started to see the red light flashing after about 8 hours or so. Just putting it on recharge for any food breaks seemed to be enough to keep it going for the rest of the time. Not perfect but all and all its a great mouse when you deal with the issues it has.
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Summary: Excellent Mouse; Horrible Support
Review: The MX700 replaces my MS Intellimouse Optical [MSIO], with which I've been very happy. The Good:
Well-constructed & performs flawlessly. The wheel feels better than on my MSIO, with finer, smoother, & quieter detents. (And much better than the stiff -- yet mushy -- detent-less wheels on the new MS mice.) Cursor motion & scrolling are both smooth & responsive, with no delays or jumps. Before buying, I was concerned about the weight from reading other's reviews, but this was a non-issue: even though the MX700 has twice the mass of the MSIO (6.0 oz vs 3.2 oz), it's well balanced & has just the right amount of inertia for smooth mousing. In fact, the MSIO feels too light by comparison. Extra points for the environmentally-friendly rechargeable design. The Bad:
Ergonomics of the extra function buttons is poor, particularly the "Switch App" button. Also, I have to reposition my whole hand to reach the "Forward" button with my thumb. However, the biggest problem is that Logitech's mouse drivers do not work with my KVM switch (for switching Keyboard, Video, & Mouse between two or more computers). When switched, the mouse loses all extra functionality -- including the scroll wheel -- effectively turning it into a very expensive, two-button wireless mouse. My MSIO had no problem with KVM switching, so this is clearly a shortcoming in Logitech's software driver. The Ugly:
I contacted Logitech about the KVM problem and their response (paraphrased) was, "Tough luck, we don't support KVM switches." Really? MS doesn't seem to have any problems supporting a KVM. So I can either use the MX700 with MS's drivers (losing some of the special MX700 features offered by Logitech's drivers), or I can return the mouse. Either way, I am very disappointed with Logitech's lack of support.
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Summary: well worth the price
Review: this is just the next step in the natural evolution of mice. i started out with a conventional 2-button mouse and thought it was perfect. Then i thought the mouse with the scroll wheel was perfect. Then i thought the optical mouse with a scroll wheel was perfect. After that, i didn't think i could find anything better. The MX700 buttons include the regular left and right buttons, the scroll wheel which also acts as a button (not all scroll wheels do this), forward and back keys by your thumb, page up and page down next to the scroll wheel, and a switch task button (like alt-tab in windows). The switch task button is the only one that requires a bit of thought to activate so i usually just use alt-tab instead, but all the other buttons are extremely intuitive and fall naturally right at your fingertips. I have set the scroll wheel to only "scroll" one-line at a time and then i use the pagedown/up buttons when i need to move a little faster and this works well for me, or you can leave the default "3-line scroll". The mouse feels very solid and weighty (but not heavy) and fits snugly into your hand (for righties). once you start using it, you'll find that the extra buttons become second nature (if your current mouse doesn't have them) and you feel completely lost if you have to use a mouse that doesn't have them (this happens to me at work). The mouse moves very smoothly over just about any surface, although i did have to get rid of my old black nylon mousepad that i used with my old mouse. i now just have one of those ergo-beads for wrist support and use the mouse right on my desk. If you are worried about scratching your desktop, make sure you get a mousepad that works for optical mice (most do). Not having to stay on the mousepad is such a bonus since i frequently change position at my desk while i have papers on one-side or the other, or if i feel like shifting position. The other bonus to using it on my desk is you now have more room to move the mouse around, so you dont have to crank up the mouse "acceleration/speed" or keep picking up and moving the mouse because it has rolled off your mousepad. For a graphic artist, or really anyone who moves their mouse all over a large screen this is wonderful. installation was a snap, the mouse worked fine even before installing software on my WinXP machine. After installation you can customize the button functions if you like. I haven't taken the mouse too far, but anywhere i take it on my L-shaped desk it has worked perfectly. The manual says not to place it near your monitor (which i did) and i have had no interferance problems. I usually put the mouse in the cradle every few days and have only received the "battery low" warning twice, both times after almost a week out of the cradle. This is hands down the best cordless optical mouse on the market right now. Having a cordless mouse (you should give some thought to a cordless keyboard too) gives you the freedom to move anywhere on your desk without the cord tangling, knocking something over (picture frames, pencil holders to name a few), moving anything (like a stack of papers onto the floor). It removes some of the desktop clutter that is so prevalent now with more and more peripherals being attached to computers nowadays. If you like attention, this one will definitely start a conversation or two at your desk. If you are a bit younger (like maybe a student) you can move over to sit on something more comfy like a couch or bed while you use your computer. While the pricetag is a little high, compared to other products in its category, it is well worth it.
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Summary: Will not work with Netscape???
Review: Very disapointed! I purchased this because it fits perfectly in my hand and it has the wheel which clicks. I like to use the wheel to scroll through pages. Paid $69.99 for it but price wasn't a problem. It will not scroll in Netscape. My mistake was in thinking that this mouse (like all others) will work with all applications. After a complete day of total frustration I emailed Logitech and surprise surprise, I got a response. The mouse is NOT compatible with Netscape. What a complete disspointment! I will be returning it and purchasing another one. I have never heard of a mouse not being compatible with certain applications. Logitech s/crewed up big time with this one! No more Logitech for me!
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Summary: Great Mouse!
Review: I love my MX700. I've had it for four months and I do not have any complaints about it. The ergonomic design makes using this mouse a joy. I have found that the tracking is extremely accurate, although I must agree with the reviewers who have pointed out that the surface beneath the mouse (usually a mouse pad) makes a significant difference in the performance of the mouse. I tried using a mousepad with a cartoon picture on it and had mediocre results, but now that I am using it on my wood (well you know, looks like wood, but is really just covered particle board) desktop, I am getting excellent results (although it's interesting to note that the laser is making little marks on the 'wood' finishing, so if you care about such things you'll want a mousepad). I am really partial to the programmable thumb buttons (which come preset to 'back' and 'forward' for internet browsing), which I have set to work as the CNTRL and SHIFT keys for the purposes of highlighting using CNTRL-click. The extra scrolling buttons are another useful feature, and the scroll wheel has worked very smoothly for me. The base charging unit is great and it does not take long to recharge the mouse. I am a huge fan of NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) AA batteries - I use them for MP3 players, cameras, and now my mouse; I was thrilled to see that the mouse came with two NiMH AA's. My one minor complaint about the MX700 was that it's batteries did not hold their charge for quite as long as I had hoped (of course this could easily have been remedied by remembering to set the mouse on it's charger every night, instead of waiting until it blinked at me), but I found a solution, and that was to upgrade the batteries that I'm using in the mouse. Specifically I swapped the no-name 1700 mAh batteries that came with the mouse for a pair of Powerex 2200 mAh batteries made by Maha (makers of the super-fantastic MH-C401FS charger - highly recommended) and now my mouse can go considerably longer between charges (which, again, is mostly useful to people like me who don't remember to set it on the charger on a regular basis). Obviously another great bonus of running on a pair of NiMH AA's is that if your mouse runs out of juice before you're ready to set it aside to charge you can just stick in another pair of batteries (assuming you have an extra charged-up pair waiting to go) and keep working. I have found that the mouse works well even when I'm using it on my lap several feet away from the receiver/charger (and using the mouse on my denim-covered leg also caused no negative issues with tracking). Finally, this mouse was very easy to set up; I was ready to start playing with it in very little time.
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Summary: Best mouse I've EVER used!!
Review: I've tried alot of different mice, including three different cordless Logitech mice and many other corded mice, including optical and trackballs from various manufacturers. Out of all though, there is nothing I've used previously can compare to the Logitech MX700. I really wanted a (black) cordless mouse, because the cord was always getting in the way. So after a little research, this mouse seemed to get great reviews everywhere. I guess the reviews were right. First of all, it has a VERY attractive design. It simply looks sexy. But it doesn't just have looks. The precision, control, entire feel of the mouse is absolutely amazing. Sometimes I would come to the computer and just click things for no reason just because it feels good. The software hasn't given me any problems, neither has the signal or ANYTHING for that matter. Charging isn't a problem, it charges quick and can be used for very long. And for those who are worried about applications such as gaming, it works perfectly. I've played Unreal Tournament 2004, and it's worked very well, not once giving trouble. My previous mouse was a Microsoft corded optical intellimouse, and this works noticeably better, despite being cordless. If you want the best cordless mouse out there (probably even the best mouse) this is it. If you can overlook the slightly steep price, you can't go wrong here. It actually is the perfect mouse.
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Summary: Promising concept doesn't deliver
Review: I bought the Logitech MX700 because the shape fit my hand perfectly, and I was seduced by cordless. But the steak doesn't match the sizzle. I'm deeply dissatisfied with the product and will soon go back to a corded mouse. I'm running it on XP Pro and Mozilla Firebird browser. Here are the problems I'm having. * The scroll down button isn't working for me. * When I grab the scroll bar to the side of the browser screen to quickly scroll down a page, the page scrolls down in a very jerky manner, stopping and then jumping. As a result of the above two issues, I cannot quickly and smoothly scroll down a page, especially one with a lot of images or graphics. A corded mouse has no problem at all. * When using the mouse pointer to work on a photo in Photoshop, it stops and then jumps. This makes detailed work extremely difficult. Again, no such problem on my rig with a corded mouse.
* Cordless is a fantasy. The receiver has to be so close to the mouse that you still have a cord draped around your machine. The device does have pluses. I like the two buttons on the side for browser back/forward. I like the hand-feel. I guess optical is better than mechanical. And despite the receiver's cord, it is nice not to have to adjust your hand's position because of a cord. However, the bottom line is that this mouse connot perform the basic functions required of it. Until reading the reviews here, I thought I was alone. Now I realize that it's a defective design. I feel ripped off, which is a shame. I do not recommend this product at all. Given the high price, it's an utter waste of money.
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Summary: Great even for gaming!
Review: This is the first cordless mouse suitable for gaming. It uses the EXACT same sensor as it's corded sibling (the MX500). It also has the same data transfer rate of a USB mouse. I've tried both mice and I can assure you that this mouse tracks just as well as the MX500. This mouse allows for very high speed movement with no tracking issues (presuming you use a good mousepad). Battery life is pretty good and should get you two or three days of use between charges. Not a big deal since I just leave it in the charging stand at the end of the night anyway. Some important things to note about this mouse: 1) It's a bit bulky. If you have small hands, you may not like it. Also, it's a lot heavier than most mice. Logitech weighs down the MX500, but I think this is just naturally heavy due to the batteries. It's especially noticeable compared to the Microsoft mice. Personally, I really like this. It helps me have more control in games. Your mileage may vary. 2) Do not use the the Logitech Mouseware driver if you plan on playing games with this mouse. If you do, you will not be able to reassign the mouse buttons in your game. Just leave the default microsoft mouse driver in place and you'll be fine. 3) Logitech mice are very sensitive to the surface you use them on. You can use a Microsoft mouse on almost any surface but you have to be careful with Logitech. The advantage is that if you are careful, you will find the Logitech to be a superior gaming mouse than the Microsoft mice. I know, I've tried almost all of them (I'm not kidding). Consequently, I recommend buying a Ratpadz mousepad (which is all black). I've tried blue mouse pads (like the Compad Speedpad) but the mouse will lose tracking when doing exaggerated movements in games. A friend of mine uses a white Everglide with reflective specs in it and reports excellent results. Most people don't realise the importance of the mousepad but the better FPS gamers know exactly what I'm talking about. Truely an excellent mouse especially if you're a gamer who wants to be free of a cord.
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Summary: The worst piece of equipment I have EVER bought
Review: Don't buy this. I never thought I'd actually every say anything bad about logitech equipment, but this cordless optical mouse is quite probably the worst piece of equipment I have ever bought. I run a web site and an online magazine, so I need precision and responsiveness, I get none of this from this mouse. I have tried placing the base station EVERYwhere, and still, the mouse jumps, is inaccurate, or just doesn't respond. It's so very bad it just makes me want to throw it out the window. I am NEVER buying anything from this range again.
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Summary: Another winner from Logitech !
Review: Really, the only major problems with this mouse are the handedness - lefties need not apply, which is bad) and the fact that the size is really too big for taking on the road. The latter, of course, is easily cured - get a Logitech BJ79 corded mouse ! I currently have a Sony VAIO for everything (it's gradually taken over from desktops); its connected to a printer, speakers, DVD burner, external hard drive, and video input, all on my desk, as well as a Wacom Graphire tablet and an HP Jornada cradle, so the Logitech cordless mouse/keyboard set had been priceless. Now I have the MX 700 on the desktop _as well_ ! It coexists with the mouse/keyboard pair, so I can use either as I wish, and also with the Wacom mouse and stylus, which seem very slow in comparison ! I've had no problems with interference at all (I keep the Logitech transceivers on the desk, next to the PC). My experience with the scroll buttons on either end of the wheel is that they became as natural as the wheel after about 2 hours of use ! The internet back/forward buttons aren't so useful yet, but that may be from habit - I'm used to the single thumb button lower down that I have programmed to select a string delimited by spaces (yes - I'm a programmer !). In short, I use a mouse all day (8 am until midnight with meal breaks for good behaviour <g>) and I find myself severely irritated at work by the lack of MX700 features on the MouseMan Plus mice there. It looks like I'll be buyng another one just for work !
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