The tail-less rodent in action
When using the mouse I personally ran into a small problem which those who have a smaller glove size will not encounter. When lining up my thumb with the groove on the side of the mouse the body disappeared completely under my hand which looked rather odd as it seemed I was controlling my PC by moving an empty hand and also made access to the scroll wheel rather difficult. When I lined up my fingers with the mouse the body never even reached my palm, all control was provided by the friction of my thumb and first two fingers. This is how I tend to use the majority of undersized desktop mice and proved to be the most effective and comfortable position.
As this is a travel mouse the bottom pads are not placed in quite the same manner as they would be for a gaming mouse but proved up to the job on desk surfaces, mouse pads and even couch material. The sensors offset position did take a bit of getting used to when using it on non-traditional surfaces but it was very easy to adjust after a short time of usage. It accurately tracked my movements even on my couch at a distance of 3 metres from the receiver as well as over a significantly longer distance without line of site, much to the dismay of one of my coworkers who was unknowingly drafted into my testing.
Currently the Logitech M320 is retailing for just under $30 and is available in four different colour schemes. The size and weight are perfect if it will be taking up residence in your bag and the tiny nano receiver can be left in your USB port even when you pack up for the day. The strong 2.4GHz wireless signal also makes this perfect to be attached to a desktop machine which is connected to a TV that is in a separate room, just lie back and enjoy your PVR, NetFlix or feed your YouTube addiction without getting up or even shifting position to get a better line of sight on the receiver. I'd like to thank Logitech for sending the unit over for review, it will live in my laptop bag and will occasionally be used at work for nefarious purposes when deemed necessary.
I had one a few weeks ago and
I had one a few weeks ago and returned within 24 hours.
Its shit even for that cheap price.
It seems all the recent
It seems all the recent logitech products also their after sales service is similar to the M320. Too crappy at even half the advertised price.
I hate how logitech has
I hate how logitech has sliped in quality. My favorite game pad is the f310, however in 2013 I wore out 3. I was used to killing one pad a year but 3 was insane. Switched to a 360 pad, it’s starting to feel worn in the recoil but it’s still fully functional over a year later.
I have a M325 and it is much
I have a M325 and it is much better than the Microsoft mouse. I had a M$ mouse that I kept bringing back every 5-6 months for 2 years, the rubber kept rotting off of the scroll wheel, or the rubber grips would become unglued from the mouse. The Logitech is now more than 6mo old and still going strong, after being use at least 10+ hours a day. The last Logitech(305) I owned lasted 2 years, which is good for an inexpensive $15 dollar mouse. I like the classic shape of the 305, and the M325 has the same shape/style, but if I get a year, I’ll be happy.
My general rule with
My general rule with logitech, don’t spend less than 40 dollars on whatever it is you want from them or quality quickly diminishes for one reason or another. There has been an exception or two over the years but very rarely so. With that being said, I use Logitech exclusively for years and have always followed that logic. The M560 mouse is the only +40 dollar mouse of theres I’ve really been shocked with the poor quality, however cheap it feels it works better with the buttons reconfigured and a bit of set up. Though as my go to mouse I’m using a G400s, which finally took spot of the Logitech g9x I used for over six years easily. Loving the larger grip on it for my worn old man hands, feels nicer than the claw I was so used to fraggin for so many years.
Their new unifying devices are great for people who often switch from their pc to tablet n’ such. Generally think that’s a great standard they are forming with those products.
As the above poster said, few exceptions with their cheaper mice.
Never bad to have around as an extra. Even the cheap 20/30 dollar mouse/keyboard combo has served me well for use with building other systems downstairs, use in the living when needed or whatever.
Though I didn’t think the mouse in the article was anything to write about, would of been more interesting to write about Unifying software and other newer products of theirs. : P
Why is this Logitech M320 is
Why is this Logitech M320 is able to work with their USB Unifying Receiver but the included Logitech USB Receiver is NOT the Unifying type in the package?? This is stupid Logitech! No deal, Logitech.
For $13 at Best Buy or Office
For $13 at Best Buy or Office Depot this works great as a cheap mouse that is comfortable… and I have a Logitech KB that came with Unifying a receiver so I’m set… Yes definitely not for those with large hands but to me a nice balance between being portable and comfortable.
Gotta say that I love
Gotta say that I love Logitech and have had great experiences with them. I have a wireless keyboard/mouse combo for four years and it went south and I contacted them thinking that I could find out what caused it to stop working, they just replaced it with a newer model with no questions asked and was able to keep the mouse which still worked for use if the new one encounters a problem. I have been looking for a cheap decent mouse for my laptop and this will be perfect.
My only concern is that it is so small for my huge hands! lol I am a big dude 6’6″ tall and my hands reflect that size. I may have to learn to deal with a small mouse and since I do not need to use the laptop too much, that should be okay!
Tilt Function: No = No Sale
Tilt Function: No = No Sale