Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks (Black)
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Customer Review: this little guy is a real sweetheart
Summary: 5 Stars
I like this little thingy so much I'm going to have to come up with a name for it. This replaces the Logitech Revolution Logitech VX Revolution Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks (Black) which had to be returned for some design/usage issues I had with it, and so far this is turning out to be exactly what I was looking for in a mouse. This mouse is used daily on my notebook which currently acts as my main computer.
Installation was flawless and the receiver sticks out only 1/4 of an inch. So right now it is plugged in to one of the USB ports as opposed to the Revolution's receiver which is much bigger and which I had plugged in to a port on a Belkin 4-port hub (another great and useful little gizmo) Belkin USB 2.0 4-Port Ultra Mini Hub F5U407. Also, the width of the receiver is minimal and doesn't interfere with the USB port right next to it in any way.
I'm right-handed but this is an ambidextrous mouse. The back/forward buttons - which I can't seem to live without anymore - are easier for me to operate as they are accessed by the index finger instead of the thumb. For me that is much easier as I have arthritis fairly bad in my hands - especially my thumbs - and using my thumbs for anything is painful. The position of the back/forward button works well for me based on the size of my hand which is relatively small. To me, it's more intuitive to use the thumb instead of the index finger for the back button, and since my 2 previous mice had that feature, I had to get used to using the index finger instead. However, I'm more than happy to getting used to that as I don't have to worry about my thumb hurting anymore.
The scroll wheel is a bit smaller than most scroll wheels but hasn't presented any problems at all. You can access 4 different scroll capabilities by pressing down on the scroll wheel. I currently have the button behind the scroll wheel programmed for "Close" but there's a multitude of other options available.
The battery case (uses 2 "AAA" batteries) is easy to open with a little lever that pops it open underneath the mouse and that's where the receiver is stored. The on/off button is also underneath and there's a red LED on top of the mouse when the batteries are low/going out. I think the only negative I can think of is that it would have been nice to have the on/off button or at least a usage light located on top of the mouse as a reminder to turn it off.
It's a little too small for my husband - as was the Revolution VX - but it's all about a matter of preference. I think it's pretty much a natural function to keep the palm of your hand on the table/surface area when using a mouse and how the various buttons work when you are in that usage mode is what will make the mouse good or bad for you. For me and my smaller hands and screwed-up thumb -- this works very well. I was planning to get a Bluetooth mouse for the netbook, MSI Wind U100-432US 10-Inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel Atom Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, XP Home, 6 Cell Battery) Black but am now seriously considering getting another one of these.
UPDATE: Today is February 24, 2010, and I finally had to change out the AAA batteries in this mouse for the first time. Not too bad for longevity as I use the mouse constantly instead of the track pad on the laptop, and I can never remember to turn the mouse off so it's "on" 24/7. I'm just as happy with this little guy today as I was when I wrote the original review.
Customer Review: Fabulous mouse that doesn't last long for the price
Summary: 4 Stars
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I liked the package when I saw the small size of the receiver -- it looked like a USB plug. Then I realized, it would be easy to lose in a house full of kids. Logitech prepared for this (more on that in a minute). The receiver stays plugged into my laptop all the top since I only use it with the laptop.
The receiver barely sticks out from the back of the laptop. The receiver from my prior wireless mouse was big that I couldn't use the USB slot next to it because it blocked anything that tried.
Two AAA batteries power the mouse and the package came with batteries. When I opened the battery compartment, I saw the "Nano Receiver" label. The receiver goes in the battery compartment next to the label for storing and keeping safe while on the move or not using the mouse. That took care of the "worry about losing it problem."
After plugging in the receiver and inserting batteries in the mouse -- it worked right away even without installing the included CD. The CD gives the mouse more features including side-to-side scrolling, Internet search, and button customization.
Some mice have scroll wheels that click as you scroll and others don't click (frictionless for long scrolling). This one does both. Toggle between the two modes by pushing the scroll wheel. Click scrolling (friction) worked well for precise scrolling and frictionless scrolling performed best with long documents.
The box also included a carrying case and a USB extension stand for using the mouse with a desktop. These easily fit in one of the laptop's smaller pockets.
My old portable mouse shut itself off unreasonably fast when idle. Moving the mouse wouldn't wake it up -- it called for either moving the scroll wheel or pushing the buttons on both the receiver and mouse to wake it up. This one required neither. It woke up every time I moved it.
Some may find this size of this portable mouse a good thing while others will find it too small. My average-sized hand missed the older and slightly larger sized portable mouse. But I adapted over time -- so much that my desktop mouse feels too heavy.
The Logitech mouse felt snug and comfortable to the top part of my hand and fingers (the bottom of my palm dragged on the table more than usual). It's very lightweight. I weighed it with the batteries and the scale showed 3.5 ounces.
Another flaw is using the mouse on a smooth polished surface where it doesn't work as well as with the mouse pad for more traction.
Some might find the scroll wheel "too loose" -- in other words, you can easily spin it. This feature is a matter of personal preference rather than a good or bad thing. Overall, Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse is lightweight, very portable and pricey.
Pros: Tiny receiver, precise movements, lightweight, complete package (USB for desktop, receiver, mouse, carry case and batteries)
Cons: Price, mouse size is a little small for some, flakes out too early
Updated Review (Original: September 26, 2007, Updated: May 30, 2009)
The mouse started flaking out about a month ago. I put in fresh batteries and that didn't help. For this price, the mouse should last longer than 18 months.
Customer Review: Every time I use it I smile...
Summary: 5 Stars
That's because this is a product that hits every mark and then keeps on going. I can't say enough about it. Every day I think to myself, if only I could be this satisfied with every other purchase I make. My sincere kudos to everyone at Logitech behind this spectacular mouse.
What's so great about it?
Well first, it just does what it's supposed to- the mouse itself works great, the buttons are responsive, the connection with the receiver works effortlessly. It does what you'd expect from a wireless computer mouse.
Now let's talk about how it exceeds expectations. Because it does.
First the listed special features that definitely add value:
1. The little receiver is so small I just leave it in my laptop all the time. Of course, it fits inside the mouse itself for safe keeping too which I thoroughly approve of on principal but have honestly not used except when showing off the mouse to friends.
2. Converting mouse wheel- I never realized I wanted this in a mouse until I had it. Now I use it all the time. Best use case? Reading down a looong webpage or document with the click mode and then switching to frictionless mode to zooom up to the top. I hadn't paid much attention to this feature when I bought the mouse, having been enamored more with the tiny receiver, so I actually 'accidentally' discovered how to switch between modes after a couple of day's use- just push down on the mouse wheel!
3. left/right buttons on the mouse wheel- To be honest, I don't use this feature that much but I have found this useful to map to "Back" and "New Tab" in my browser.
4. Comfy design for a lady's small hands- this mouse might be too small if you're a large handed person, but for a standard size woman, like myself, it feels made for me! I love the ergonomic curves and the subtle grip texture on the mouse body and the mouse wheel.
And beyond expectation:
1. It comes with a fantastic zipper carrying case- I say fantastic because you'll be amazed at how the zipper teeth just disappear when the bag is closed- it's almost like it's sealed. Now _that's_ paying attention to design details! I wish more creators of personal electronic devices would bundle them with quality, usable protective cases.
2. Great battery life- I've had mine for over a month, use it every day, and have yet to replace the batteries. I do wish it used one AA instead of those pesky AAA batteries though...
3. No software required to use like a standard mouse in WindowsXP- there's no need to install software if you just want to use like a normal mouse on Windows. It just works.
4. Unbelievable range- works at 30 feet. Use this little guy for presentations or take advantage of the small receiver & #3 to play a practical joke on your coworker ^_^
5. On/Off button never accidentally turns on! If you've ever had an electronic device you've carried around in your bag with an on/off button, chances are you've experienced pulling the device out only to find the batteries are drained because the thing turned on while jostled in your bag. I've never yet had that happen with this mouse. Great button design!
I've rarely been this satisfied with a product. Great design choices Logitech! I am quite impressed. Several of my coworkers have purchased this model too out of mouse envy!
Customer Review: Amazingly useful, well-designed device for the geek on the go.
Summary: 5 Stars
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Like many laptop users, I sometimes find that the laptop's built-in pointing device just doesn't cut it. However, tethering yourself to cables seems silly, and the giant USB dongles needed to use wireless devices are generally unwieldy in their own right, and (in my experience at least) are prone to disappearing into that bizarre black hole that also houses the matching socks and ballpoint pens of the world. Until now.
The Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks is quite possibly the best designed portable mouse I've ever worked with. Before looking into the "portable" aspect of that, it's important to note that, as a simple mouse, this device excels. The laser mechanism (if you can call a laser device a mechanism) provides for remarkably crisp control and detail, far exceeding that of any optical mice I have used, and certainly light years beyond old mechanical ball-based mice (remember those?). The device fits comfortably in my hand, and the buttons are well place and intuitive to use. The software which allows you to program your own functionality for the device worked flawlessly under both Windows XP and Mac OSX 10.4 and 10.5.
So far, this sounds like a pretty good mouse, no? But what makes it a truly great mouse for the traveling geek is yet to come. First, the USB dongle. Yes, it is a dongle, not a weird bump on the end of a long USB cable that's going to drag around whenever you move your laptop. But, more and more these days, manufacturers are moving away from that model, and the "memory-stick" sized dongles are becoming more and more common. However, I have always found those vaguely annoying as well, as they require removal when stowing your laptop, and seem determined to stick out far enough that they get bent into odd positions whenever you might need to use your laptop on something other than a flat surface. And, of course, they're imminently losable. The folks at Logitech must have experienced the same frustrations, because they addressed them all with the VX Nano.
The USB dongle is tiny. Bitty. Truly teeny. If you're not careful, you could lose it under a stray nickel sitting on your desk. But, this means that it's actually small enough to leave inserted into the USB port on most laptops, even when stashing it back in your bag. But, say you're not comfortable with this; where, then, are you going to stash this impossibly small transmitter where you won't lose it, and where it won't get banged up?
How about in the mouse itself? That's right. Flip over the mouse, and you'll find a convenient home for the transmitter. It is very easy to stow and retrieve, and worries over losing parts is banished. And, for further protection, Logitech includes a nice little drawstring pouch to slide the mouse into before tossing it into your laptop bag.
Include the ability to actually turn off the mouse (no more randomly and futilely flashing lasers draining your batteries from the depth of your bag) with the rest of the fantastic features, and I can't recommend this device for anyone looking for a portable pointing device.
Customer Review: Slick little guy
Summary: 5 Stars
I've never really been sold on wireless mice. For laptops, the receivers were always too large and threatened to break off or damage your USB port and they just didn't make sense to have on a desktop. After all, why should I need a wireless mouse when the cord is never in my way? This little guy, however, changed that. The receiver is so small that I don't have to worry about breaking it and now that I've used a wireless mouse, I see just how much more maneuverable it really is.
One person stated in a two-star review that the mouse doesn't turn itself off when you stow the receiver in the mouse. This isn't true. The mouse does turn itself on and off automatically when you take out or insert the receiver respectively. The key thing with this mouse, however, is that the receiver is small enough that you might forget that it's still plugged in when you stow your laptop away or walk away from your desktop for a long duration, so you'll need to remember to turn it off periodically. The mouse does come with a nice case (I'm not sure I really needed to pay for that invisible zipper) in which I'll be sticking a note card that says, "mouse off?" to remind me to check.
This is, by far and away, the most comfortable ambidextrous mouse I've ever owned. The most comfortable mouse I've ever held is the MX Revolution, but If you're a lefty, this is a great option for you. However, anyone considering this mouse needs to try it before you buy as this mouse is not meant for people with large (possibly even just average) sized hands. I'm sure this is on purpose and part of Logitech's definition of portable, but I've rather small hands for a guy and I defiantly wouldn't want this mouse to be any smaller.
One thing I always take into consideration when opening a gadget for the first time is the packaging (read: I hate blister packs that have to be cut open and ripped apart which subsequently decide to return the favor by cutting and ripping open a nice wound on your hand), and I have to say that Logitech really did it right. Everything folds open, slips or pops out without too much effort.
The 'center click' is where I wish I could give this mouse 4.5 stars instead of 4 or 5. On a traditional mouse, you get a center click button by pushing vertically down on the scroll wheel. On this mouse, however, pushing down on the scroll wheel toggles your scrolling style between a fast scroll (think: holding the front of a bike in the air and giving the front wheel a spin) and traditional 'click' scrolling. This feature is great; it's wonderful to be able to zoom from the top to the bottom of the page with a single stroke and not need to reach for the keyboard. However, the center click button is the one in the middle of the mouse with the magnifying glass icon on it. Mozilla and Firefox users will agree that this is a poor position for regular use and probably would be better located in front of the scroll wheel instead of behind. Despite this, the button is still rather accessible to your index finger.
Quick note to Mac users: There's one tiny note on part of the packaging saying that you need to get the Mac software from the Logitech website for the mouse to work. Don't know if this is 100% true or not, but seeing as Logitech doesn't advertise this fact especially well, I thought I'd mention it here.