Great low-end mouse that feels more expensive than it is.
Written: Mar 07 '06 (Updated Mar 14 '06)
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Pros: Comfortable and ergonomic for righties and leftists, true 4-button operation, large scrollwheel with tactile feel.
Cons: No real cons at this pricepoint, for nitpickers it's not cordless...
The Bottom Line: At the entry level mouse level Logitech brings a touch of class to a cheap market. Highly recommended both as an initial purchase or a replacment.
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| openroad's Full Review: Logitech 930927-0403 Mouse |
Logitech Click! Optical Mouse
Format: USB, PS/2
Platform: PC: Windows 98, 2000, ME, XP Mac: OS 10.x
----- Basic mouse details -----
After using a standard Logitech two-button optical scrollwheel mouse for the last couple years on my PC I've become used to the ergonomic feeling and two-button feeling. After purchasing my Apple iMac Intel Duo 20" I tried hard to become accustomed to the included Apple Mighty Mouse. While it solved all the problems I had with the old Apple one-button mouse, it still required forethought to operate correctly. At least for me, it lacked the intuitive and straightforward feeling of the budget Logitech models. However, the Mighty Mouse’s 4 button operation utilized the Dashboard and Expose abilities of the OS 10.4 Tiger and I realized I’d have to have a 4 button mouse replacement. Upon shopping for a new mouse I first tried the Kensington Bluetooth Pilotmouse in an attempt to utilize the Bluetooth abilities of my iMac. The sketchy operation and reconnection attempts when waking up the mouse proved to irritating for me to tolerate. I guess I’m making myself out to be a bit of a nitpicker in the mouse area, aren’t I? I finally decided to go back to my old favorite Logitech and pick up the lowest priced optical mouse available.
----- Using the Logitech Click! Optical Mouse -----
Upon opening the box I found the mouse itself wrapped quite securely inside nearly impenetrable plastic armor (how do they expect you to open these boxes without stabbing yourself?), a simple PS/2 to USB converter for older PCs, and a manual/driver CD packet. Installation on my iMac was a simple plug ‘n’ play affair, after inserting the USB connector the mouse immediately came online and didn’t require any buttons to be reassigned. Default Apple OS-X key mapping is for standard left and right click functions, scroll wheel button (pressing down on scroll wheel) activates Dashboard, and the “Application” button activates Expose. After using this mouse for a week or so I can say I won’t be switching back the Mighty Mouse anytime soon. While stylish, trendy, and sleek looking, the Mighty Mouse doesn’t fit my hand very well. On the other hand the Logitech Click! mouse conforms to my hand nicely and has handy ‘pockets’ on either side for your thumb and ring finger to rest in.
Windows XP NOTE: If you’re a PC user and are looking for a great mouse on a budget, this product is right up your alley. Aside from being a great two-button scroll wheel mouse, the ‘Application’ button brings up a list of all your open apps (much like Apple’s Expose, only not as cool) and allows you to switch programs without digging through all your open windows. Further customization is possible with the included Logitech Mouseware (PC) and Logitech Control Center (Mac) software. Assign specific buttons to certain actions and customize your Logitech keyboard if you’re using one from the same program.
----- Bottom Line -----
No gadgets, no fancy technology, just a rock-solid mouse that will probably outlast your computer. When it comes down to it isn’t that what we all want? You’ll never need to replace batteries like you would in a wireless mouse, no balls to worry about thanks to the optical sensor, and you’ll have a comfortable place to rest your hand, be it your right or you left. Not being a leftist I can’t comment from experience, but I’ve tried using it with my left hand for a while and it was just as comfortable as with my right hand. I can’t really say anything more about this product, sometimes running out of words to describe a simple product is a good thing! :)
Related links:
Ideazon Zboard Gaming Keyboard
Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000
Apple iMac Intel Duo 20"
Apple Powerbook G4 17"
Apple iPod Photo 40GB
Apple iPod 20GB
Thanks for reading and feel free to comment!
© Openroad 2006
Recommended:
Yes
Amount Paid (US$): 20.00
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