Logitech MX1000 Laser Cordless Mouse Reviews

• Pleasantly Surprised

  
  By A3DQWFWINN3V5A on 2004-09-22
  Up until now, I've always used Microsoft mice (and wired ones, at that). I've been trying to replace my old Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer because it was generating spurious mouse-clicks. Unfortunately, I couldn't find a local, wired, version of that mouse. So, in desperation, I bought this Logitech MX1000 Laser Cordless Mouse. I was very surprised that I liked it. It's about the same size and heft as my old Intellimouse, and I don't have to mess with a cord. Its tracking seems to be dead on. I've tested it on my old, black, somewhat fuzzy mouse pad, various parts of my desk, different types of paper, and my tummy. It's worked perfectly in all cases. The only things I can characterize as being negative are that 1) I had to remap the Back and Forward buttons to ALT+Left Arrow and ALT+Right Arrow so that those buttons would work properly in Mozilla Firefox (my browser), and 2) I wish the charging base got its power via the USB connection instead of from yet another power transformer.
  
  After another reviewer mentioned it here, I did notice that the "scrolling focus" behaves differently in different applications. In my case, Internet browsing is probably where I'd see that the most. But, Mozilla Firefox behaves "properly." So, I'm ok. Since this behavior depends on the application, I'm guessing that it's a difference in how the applications are coded and not something to do with the mouse. Purely conjecture, though.
  
  Again, surprisingly, I highly recommend this mouse.
  
  

• Best Mouse Ever

  
  By A67CR6YCB462C on 2004-11-15
  I love this thing. I tried the MX700 and it was a pig, too big and slow. I'm using the MX1000 w/a Mac G5 and it works great. The tracking is frankly amazing, super sensitive but you don't feel like you are on edge trying to control w/micromovements. I have a small platform for my mouse to sit on so I was wary of this thing being too big, but it works great. In the last 6 months I've been through 5 different mice. This is miles beyond any of the others (including Apple's, Kensington's wireless, MX700, the Bluetake).
  
  

• Works fine for some, others have problems - I have none

  
  By AMZOGZX9CN0TT on 2004-10-24
  I normally don't write reviews but I see a lot of conflicting reviews here so far and wanted to add my own thoughts. I previously owned an MS Optical desktop elite setup but when in a PC shop here I saw the MX1000 and wanted it as I've had problems with my MS mouse.
  
  I got the mouse home, installed it, installed the software and went to test it on some games. I noticed I couldn't assign a lot of the buttons as I could with the MS mouse until I remembered how I solved the problem with that one. I closed / disabled the software for the mouse and could immediately assign the buttons as usual. Not the best solution in the world but it works and the mouse is still fully usable. The responsiveness was a lot better than the MS mouse and worked on a few surfaces I could never use the optical mouse on. Polished surfaces, a 3D effect mousepad and even the arm of my chair. Battery life is very good so far and I like the indicator lights on the side as well as the ability to turn the mouse off to save the battery. It fits well in my hand and tracks well for me despite what I've read in other reviews.
  
  I've not experienced the 'wobble' that others have found, I assume that it's a production issue that Logitech will resolve as time goes on but is something to think about if you're considering buying this mouse. Tracking issues, again I have none but some other reviews here are from people who claim to have them. Again I'm going to say this is probably due to early production batches having problems with Logitech to blame for wanting to get the product out there fast.
  
  The main reason I'm doing this review though is a review by a "Robert Y. Loh" who lists problems such as lifting it from a surface, trying to use it again and experience delays. Well... I've just lifted the mouse off my mousepad, moved it around the room, shaken it and put it back on and it tracked instantly.
  
  Buttons do not work in most applications and aren't recognised in most games? Disable / close the software, all you need are the drivers installed anyway. The *only* application I've used where the buttons (forward and back) aren't recognised is Mozilla Firefox. They work fine in Netscape and IE which will cover almost everyone. I agree the software installed is bloated but again, all you need is the drivers installed and then you can disable it from loading at startup or close it after booting up.
  
  The other thing he says that really annoyed me though....
  
  "I would advise: stay away for the next month or three, while they work the problems out of this one. Anyone posting to the contrary is probably not trying to make full use of their mouse, or otherwise is posting as an agent of Logitech... "
  
  Yes.... it's a huge conspiracy! I'm an agent of Logitech or computer retarded if I post to the contrary huh? Don't you think it's more plausible that while some have problems, others don't? There may well be more people complaining on forums than saying how great the mouse is but that's the same with a lot of things. People complain because they have issues, a lot of people with no problems will never think to post "I have no problems, this mouse works fine for me" so I wouldn't count that.
  
  In my opinion, there are obviously production issues that are causing problems for some but then there are others with no problems. It seems to be pot luck if you get a good mouse or bad one, Logitech need to get onto that fast or risk losing customers and earning a bad reputation. The only thing I'd agree with is that if you're considering buying this mouse, make sure you understand the current issues *some* people are having.
  
  

• A Great Mouse - for most people!

  
  By A1UGJYHZXXTNU on 2004-09-26
  I have been using a Logitech MX700 mouse for a few years now (since the day they were first sold) and I love it. I now love my MX1000 even more!!
  
  Up front: If you are an EXTREME gamer or relying on this for many hours of professional photo editing - other specialized mice may better suit your needs. Wired opticals usually work best for intense games and very small, light mice are best for hours of fine photo editing. (The MX1000 is the same weight as the MX700 but 6oz is a lot of mass to push around all day pixel-by-pixel editing photos even thought the MX1000 has bigger slide pads on the base and moves more easily than the MX700.) And by the way, mice are easy to change. I have on occasion put on a $10 1oz mouse just for a day to do 10 hours of photo restoration.
  
  As for the MX1000 in general:
  
  Great feel, super responsive, good placement of features (for a right-hander). IF you are coming from a mouse like the MX700 then this feels "turbocharged". You will LOVE IT! 21 day battery, no annoying red light, SMOOTH buttons, multiple scroll buttons, etc.
  
  I waited 3 weeks after they came out to buy mine afer hearing a lot of mixed press on this mouse but finally just took the plunge. Very glad that I did. I spend a lot of time on the computer and this is making my life a lot easier. I feel like a child that just got a new toy for Christmas. Few pieces of computer hardware make me feel that way.
  
  

• Accurate but heavy

  
  By A2WQNHK82VTJWT on 2004-09-16
  I got this mouse to replace a Microsoft Wheel Mouse optical that didn't track well on my wooden desk surface. On the plus side, the Logitech mouse is every bit as sensitive and accurate as they claim it is. On the same surface that gave traditional optical mice fits, it tracks smoothly and hyper-accurately. For accuracy I'd give it a perfect 5 star score.
  
  But there are a couple of drawbacks. First, it's incredibly heavy for a mouse. My old wired optical mouse weighed only 3 ounces. This bruiser weighs 6.5 ounces. That doesn't sound like much, but repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis can be affected by tiny differences in the force needed to press keys, or move mice. That's not to say it doesn't move easily; the glide pads on the bottom let it move easily and fluidly with very little "stiction." But it's going to take me a long time to adjust to pushing it around.
  
  Second, it's heavily contoured for right-handed people. I'm left-handed; I can use the mouse with my right hand, so this isn't a deal-breaker for me, but dedicated southpaws beware: this isn't the mouse for you.
  
  Back to the positives: the power saving feature works seamlessly. If the mouse is inactive for a couple of seconds, it goes into a sleep mode. But when you move it, it wakes up instantly with no perceptable lag. The wireless connection is also lag-free.
  
  This is a MAJOR step forward in terms of accuracy and tracking. If you've ever been annoyed by a mouse that was jumpy or didn't track well, you should consider this mouse. If you're in the market for a cordless mouse, and you're right-handed, and you don't mind a mouse that is a bit heavy, you won't go wrong with this mouse.
  
  If you're a lefty, or have any sort of repetitive motion wrist problem, I'd say skip this one.
  
  
• Great natural fitting mouse
  By A3YFPACNYM514 on 2004-10-01
  I'm a owner of the older MX700 model and recently got the MX1000. I can't say the MX1000 is a quantum leap over the 700, in fact the forward button near the thumb took a little use to, but once my hand unlearned the 700 and learned the new form, it felt like a glove. It's great that the new mouse now has the tilt wheel like the MS Wireless Intellimouse Explorer. In terms of look, I actually think the MX700 looks cooler than the MX1000, perhaps they will come up with newer color scheme later on in the release.
  
  The biggest improvement in the mouse besides the form factor is the position/rearrangements of the buttons on hand, especially the task switcher button near the thumb. It's so much more logically placed now that I 'actually' use it where as in MX700, I often forgot about the tiny button and uses good old key.
  
  The battery life, I also noticed has greatly improved, I believe because it's got a more intelligent power management system. I often see the power indicator goes dark after a few moments of inactivities, but as soon as I start moving the mouse again, the indicator goes back on instantly.
  
  I also agree with some of the reviewer that the charge base is now much more forgiving in terms of catching the mouse in place. In the old MX700, I often find the mouse's IR light blinking after situating the mouse on the charge base because it was slightly off position. I have yet been able to position the MX1000 wrong in the base.
  
  All this shows me that Logitech take their mouse really seriously and obviously has taken heart to many of the user's feedbacks and made a better mouse...ah...trap. :-)
  
  Lastly, I have never encountered any wobbling or skipping problems with my mouse no matter how hard I try, so perhaps someone got a lemon or something.
  
  It's 5 stars for me. Go out and get one if you love Logitech mouse.
  
  
• A wonderful investment, if you can spare the cash.
  By A2ASWJRXPXU51S on 2004-09-11
  I've been using Logitech and Microsoft optical mice for over three years now and I haven't had alot of bad to say about most of the products I've used. The only problems I've ever had was with my Logitech Mouseman Dual Optical; the cursor was very jumpy and the mouse was picky about its mousing surface.
  
  I switched over from a wired Microsoft Intellimouse about 8 months ago to a Logitech MX700. It wasn't because I wasn't pleased with its performance, I was simply tired of the cord always getting caught and having to pull it. I actually replaced an Intellimouse because the wire was damaged from all the pulling. After I made the switch, I have to say that I was very pleased with the wireless performance of the MX700.
  
  I was however not elated. The MX700 was pretty heavy and once and a while the cursor would still jump, once every other day or so. I also was annoyed at having to recharge my mouse every 3 days; I actually got into the habit of charging it for 20 minutes every day which worked fine. When I saw that the MX1000 had come out and claimed to fix all these problems I got pretty excited.
  
  To say the least, I'd say the MX1000 has lived up to the expectations. I've been using it for just under a week now and I think all of the problems I've mentioned with the MX700 have been fixed in Logitechs newest product. The MX1000 is lighter, if only moderately so, but it has larger glide pads so it glides as good as my super light Intellimouse did. Thanks to the lithium Ion battery, after six days of use my battery meter is still full. There also hasn't been any problems with the pointer jumping around and the movement is much more crisp than the MX700. A great feature they added to the MX1000 is an on/off switch on the bottom. I won't try to appeal to people who say that wireless has lag where wires don't because Logitech has proved that this isn't the case, especially with the MX1000.
  
  If you can afford it, the MX1000 is a great investment for anyone who uses a computer for many hours of the day, cubical lords and hardcore gamers alike.
  
  
• Sensitive, responsive, comfortable, but still has issues
  By A2074HD0NAP4XR on 2004-09-08
  This was my first time buying a cordless mouse, and I have to say that I am satisfied with it.
  
  Form factor: The mouse is quite large, which might be a problem for those with small hands or who like small mice, but I like the feel. It is understanably heavier than my corded mouse, but not as heavy as I thought it would be, given it has a rechargable battery in it that is supposed to last over 12 hours. One of the few things I didn't like is that the chargable base is also the wireless receiver. I think a smaller adapter that some wireless mice use would be better, leaving the charger to be placed in any position needed (you are not supposed to put it near any electronic devices, or it will interfere with the reception).
  
  Performance: The mouse is very sensitive, very small movements are captured perfectly on many surfaces my LED optical mouse would not work well on. I can whip the pointer all around the screen with no loss or error, which is what the LED mice did poorest with, I think. I have no complaints at all, and I believe their claim that it is 20x better than an LED mouse. The mouse kicks off after a few seconds of inactivity, but comes back instantly upon movement, without having to move the mouse around for a second before it turns back on.
  
  Other: The driver/application suite that they bundle with the mouse (SetPoint) is completely useless in my opinion. The only thing they really are needed for is to map the application button on the left side. The HID drivers in windows XP worked just fine, and I happen to think that the windows mouse sensitivity settings are better. I also wish they wouldn't have bothered with the little metal sticker on the front, it comes off way too easily... they should have just kept the bottom-front smooth.
  
  Lastly, I had to return my first mouse because of some bug that made it jump up about 1 inch on the screen when I would move the mouse inside menus, in a list of links, or anything else that would make the mouse select different things quickly while moving upward. I tried it on many machines in different locations, and it did the same thing. The second mouse has worked fine for the 2 hours I have been using it thus far. I wonder if this will be a reoccuring bug, or if it was just a fluke...
  
  Because I had to return it once, and the other small issues I had, this mouse was very close to getting 3 stars for me, but because it works well for what I need (I do very little gaming anymore) and seems to outperform my other mouse which I loved, I think it deserves 4.
  
  
• The next revolution in mice?
  By A185GLK2OCPEVP on 2005-04-08
  Well I've been using this mouse for about 4 months now and I figured it was time to write a review. My "mouse history" over the last few years goes from a 'normal' mouse, to an optical Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer, then to a wireless MS Intellimouse Explorer, then to this Logitech MX1000. This is BY FAR the best mouse I have owned or used.
  
  First, the change from a traditional mouse with a tracking ball on the bottom to an optical mouse was a revolution. Mice became so much more smooth and precise. Then came wireless mice and the convenience of not having to deal with a cord and the freedom that provided in where and how you use your mouse made it difficult to ever go back to a corded mouse. Now comes the laser mouse, and unbelievably, it makes a substantial enhancement on the optical technology. It's similar, but better. It's surprising how much more accurate and smooth-tracking it is when compared to optical mice. It's one of those things that you'll just have to experience to really understand.
  
  One thing that I wanted in a mouse was a charging station. The wireless Microsoft mouse just went through AAs like candy and so I decided that a charging station setup was a must-have for my next mouse. What I didn't expect was how long the batteries on this baby would last between charges. I would say it easily goes a couple of weeks without needing to be charged. I probably only charge it once or twice a month (but I only use it for maybe 15 hours a week because most of my time is spent on my laptop). BUT, I don't see why this really matters for most people since it's pretty easy to set it on the charging station when you're not using it. I don't do that because I have the base setup in a rather unconventional place (off the desktop and out of the way, but only a slight hassle for me to get to).
  
  Another thing I really like about this mouse is the button configuration. Do you remember what it was like to not have a scroll-wheel on a mouse? That seems like the Dark Ages now. That's also how I feel about having only two (or one ;) button on a mouse. The addition of the forward and back buttons near the thumb on the MS mice I owned became indispensable for me. The Logitech adds the application-switching (alt-tab) button between them, the tilt scroll wheel for easier horizontal scrolling, and the 'cruise control' buttons above and below the scroll wheel.
  
  If you can't tell, I love this mouse and would buy it again in an instant. I do, however, have some complaints. This has probably been mentioned in previous reviews, but my mouse would skip around quite a bit for no reason at all. I found a lot of information about this problem on the Logitech forums but ultimately just decided to use the PS/2 adapter to connect to my computer instead of a USB port. Problem solved. If you have the software installed, I haven't witnessed any loss in functionality in comparison to having it connected via USB, plus, this obviously saves you from having to occupy yet another USB port on your computer. My other complaint is that the wireless signal seems pretty sensitive to interference (more so than the Microsoft wireless) so you may have to experiment with your base placement before you find the ideal setup for your space.
  
  This is an excellent mouse with very few drawbacks. If I had made a description of what my perfect mouse would be, this has it all (except that I still have to use my hand to move it :)
  
  
• Logitech makes a Quality Mouse debut, wow.
  By AFPGV3IQ9K691 on 2005-03-14
  I'm going to have to admit something, though I'd easily whore myself to every category of Logitech product, I despise their mice, every Logitech mouse I've tried I've found uncomfortable. This is mostly due to their small, teardrop shape, my large hand, and a lack of some comfort features I found on Microsoft mice.
  
  The MX1000 changed everything, I waited a while to order it, considering I had no money and there were quite a few reported lemons, mine came in and worked flawlessly from the start. The ergonomic features of this mouse shame any other small "Grooves" in most mice, the only bad thing is you lefties are just that, left out, it's for Right handed mousers only. While I admit that my pinky finger can touch the mouse pad, I attribute this to my larger hand, which is a comfortable fit for the MX1000 and lets me use those fast-scroll buttons easier than most.
  
  I have not witnessed any of the various glitches mentioned by people, nor the possible deviation if the mouse is moved quickly, and straightly, in one direction, there is something I have encountered though. This mouse, when lifted high enough off it's surface and placed back down, will have a less-than-a-second lag, this isn't relevant to most, but Gamers who lift their mice higher off the pad for repositioning during game play might find reason to reject this otherwise fine mouse.
  
  I've used it extensively in games, as I am an avid PC Gamer, and play a wide assortment of the latest, and the greatest (to which no age applies to) and it's worked flawlessly as a mouse. Though on the other hand, the buttons don't work very well with a lot of games, why you ask? Well there is a sneaking evil in this mouse, as there is in all products; they call it a "Fatal Flaw" which might displease a lot of people.
  
  SetPoint, is the software, or lack thereof, it is the largest downfall of the MX1000, it has a total lack of customization, and the forward/back buttons must be changed to work with the widely used open-source browser Firefox. SetPoint is not a gamer friendly piece of software, nor does it give you much to work with, unlike the iTouch software there is absolutely no customization to be had. I repeat, no customization, there are only pre-set options for what each button does, and these can be interchanged, so don't expect something along the lines of the Razor Diamondback.
  
  Laser sensitivity cannot be meddled with either, but the lack of that setting is made up for by cursor speed, scroll speed, and even Smart Move features. This mouse is obviously an innovative product for its Laser engine; the corded version should be wildly popular with gamers as there shouldn't be anything to compete with its precision and power. Hopefully it will be better at handling repositioning in a seamless motion once it's corded.
  
  The time between recharges is a bit off too, and some worry about the integrated battery solution, though it is true for 10 minutes or so the mouse will be good for the entire day. The times between recharges range from a week for the more intense users (myself included) all the way up to 21 days for the on and off average person. The battery indicator is a lovely feature for all us feedback junkies, and gives me a constant indicator as to how much juice is left.
  
  The Tilt Wheel is an interesting feature; my personal opinion is it needs to scroll just a little bit faster on maximum settings, as it is just a little bit too slow for me. The fast scroll buttons are very useful and I'd like to see them used on other mice, if placed better for the majority of people who might not have big enough hands and long enough fingers to really reach them comfortably. The Application Switch is nice if you don't feel like Alt Tabbing, and not having the hold the two buttons to keep the selection on-screen is more than welcome, though I still don't find myself using it much.
  
  I look forward to the MX3100 Desktop Duo, featuring the spiritual successor to the amazing Logitech Elite Keyboard; the MX3100 will feature the successor, the MX300, and the MX1000 Laser Mouse, making them Logitech's new flagship duo, and this mouse is more than worthy of taking part in that duo.
  
  Features 4/5
  Customization 2/5
  Ergonomics 5/5
  Battery Life 5/5 (None much better)
  
  Overall 5/5
  (This is not an average)
  
  
• Best mouse ever
  By A1X141RMLQCIS7 on 2004-10-08
  I upgraded from a MX700 (2nd best mouse EVER) and I love this mouse. I hear there a problems assigning the extra buttons in games but I'm sure you can do this by changing to buttons to execute keyboard shortcuts.
  
  BESIDES THAT, ERGONOMICS AND PRECISION ARE ***PERFECT***. Also the charger and battery indicator are great. This mouse is VERY easy to pick up during fast paced games.
  
  The only complaint I have is the forward and back buttons are a bit harder to click than on the MX700.
  
  
• This mouse works perfectly for me
  By A2U4Y7GUDIIDS6 on 2004-09-24
  I have had the MX1000 for over a week now and I find it to be the best mouse I have ever used. My old MS optical and Logitech optical would sometimes lag, especially if I let the mouse set unused for a minute while I read a news article or something. This one reacts instantly and accurately. To answer some critical comments let me say this. I have used my mouse on wood, glass, ceramic tile and cloth. It worked. If you have a problem with a glass topped desk put a piece of paper under the portion of the glass where the mouse will be used. If you are worried about the battery dying, the mouse and the battery are guarenteed for 3 years. Battery life is 3 weeks if you never put it in the charger/base. Even then a dead mouse will charge enough in 10 minutes to last all day. The reason it has a charger plug in addition to a USB connection is that a USB port only provides 1/2 Amp of power. This is not enough to charge the battery as quickly as you would want. The mouse has battery level indicators so you will always know if it ever gets low. Mine hasen't read less than full in a week of 12 hour a day operation. I am not a big Gamer so I don't know if the mouse will work in all games but it works on the few that I play. I have been able to reprogram the mouse buttons to do everything the keyboard does including the F keys.
  
  
• Please do not look directly at laser with remaining eyeball
  By AZL9VFK2KPX6S on 2004-10-20
  This mouse goes where no mouse has gone before, right onto a black laminate desktop. Tracking is flawless -- I have not experienced the "wobble" problems mentioned by other users. The fit and finish are excellent, and the mouse feels very comfortable in my hand. The whole experience of using it is buttery and luxurious.
  
  I'm still on my first full battery charge, but it's been a couple of days and the battery indicator is still at the top.
  
  One thing about this mouse that is new to me is that the scroll wheel action is very light. You can operate the wheel reliably with only a grazing fingertip. I wouldn't have thought I would like this, but actually it's great. I also find the "cruise" buttons surrounding the scroll wheel to be very useful, but their positioning is somewhat awkward; I still haven't figured out exactly which part of what finger you're supposed to press them with.
  
  As at least one other person has mentioned, the right and left mouse buttons are kind of stiff. They have a pleasant feel, but there's definitely more effort involved than I would prefer.
  
  The thumb operated buttons are a nice idea, but I find that only the center and "back" buttons are within easy reach. I have to twist my hand slightly in an odd way to reach the "forward" button.
  
  Even though there is room for improvement, this is definitely the nicest mouse I've ever used.
  
  UPDATE: Actually, it turns out that one of the buttons on the side of the mouse does not work consistently, so I'm having to send it back for exchange. Apparently my mouse is not without quality control problems after all...
  
  SECOND UPDATE: After about 4 weeks, I'm totally in love with this mouse. My replacement mouse works flawlessly and I have no complaints at all. I would upgrade from from 4 stars to 5, but Amazon doesn't seem to allow this.
  
  
• Love this Mouse
  By AZ8X1PP6DIYQ9 on 2004-09-18
  After reading various reviews about this mouse, and seeing some people having problems with it, particularly gamers, I was anxious for my MX1000 to arrive. Would it be one of the devil mice, with problems people were complaining of, or would it be one of the angel mice, about which others issued glowing reports?
  
  I received my laser mouse and last night opened it . . . and I now love it! So far I've not detected any of the delays reported about this mouse. And mine is steady as a rock, without any wobble, as reported by some. To me this is the most comfortable mouse I've ever used. I love it way it fits my hand perfectly, with the extra space for the thumb rest. The buttons seem to be well located, and easy to use. The wireless feature is a dream--from the moment I fired it up, it's worked perfectly, and I haven't had to hit the reset button at all. After a few seconds of inactivity, the mouse goes to sleep to save the battery, but all it takes to wake it up is to put my hand on it, and it takes off without any delay. The receiver works a fairly long way from the mouse--I've got it about 5 feet away from the mouse now and it works like a charm. I also love the fact that I can set the mouse in the recharging base and it fits perfectly without any fiddling with it to get it to connect with the recharger--you just set it in the base and that's that.
  
  I'm not a gamer, and will use my mouse for general office work. Therefore, even if my mouse had the delay some have talked about, it wouldn't affect me. However, on my mouse I've tried various ways of picking up the mouse and setting it back down to see if I could create a delay, and I've not been able to do it. So if there is a delay, I couldn't find it. While I understand several gamers have reported the delay in their mice, I haven't seen it. So I don't know whether the delay is as a result of the laser technology, and is not a defect, or whether some just got hold of a defective mouse.
  
  Bottom line--I love this mouse and would highly recommend it to others, particularly those of you who are not serious gamers. For those of you who are serious gamers, I'd suggest you find a store like CompUsa that has the mouse on display, so you can try it out with movements you normally use in your games, to see if the delay issue is there and if so, whether it affects the way you propose to use it for games.
  
  I recognize this mouse is the first laser mouse, and could have issues, but I've not seen any for me. If you are a serious gamer, you may want to wait a while to see what develops and if there is a problem, see if Logitech can issue a patch. If you are not a serious gamer, I'd highly recommend this mouse to you!
  
  Raleigh1208
  
  
• Pro choice once you solve the issues
  By AD0J5KK4WQXNS on 2005-01-12
  For work or for games the MX1000 reigns supreme once you get the bugs sorted out. Optical is now obsolete as this cordless mouse works with a receiver/recharge unit that has a range of a few meters but really should be used within a few feet of the receiver module - and a laser instead of optics meaning virtually real-time mouse movement with amazing accuracy (for the first time I can actually select text quickly without grabbing the space between words... WOW!) The receiver is a small docking bay with a small backend dish shape. The mouse sits on this for recharging and to be honest you will only have to recharge this once every other few days, even for power users.
  
  The grip of the mouse feels good except for users with very big hands who may find the natural resting grip too small. The rest of us have a thumb rest and our fingers are more downwards on top but this gives us a way more control and also we can tilt the mouse wheel. This design is something new and will take time to break in... maybe several days... but in the end the change is well worth it.
  
  The mouse requires two things.
  
  (1)That the receiver is actually placed away from metallic objects like your monitor and other electrical drives and cables. If you do not do this then you may find that the MX1000 jumps because it looses its signal.
  
  (2)That the surface you use is a very good one, like an ICEMAT II, or something very smooth or else you will get jumping.
  
  If you can not do any of these then your mouse may suffer from jumping and ruin the experience completely as some others here have found. It is a matter of setting things up right.
  
  If you want to game with this 10 BUTTON programmable mouse then you should use LogiGamer's MX1000 drivers after you install the original mouse drivers. Now you have 10 working buttons for something like Counter-Strike.
  
  Overall this is an expert mouse, which means you will need to do a lot of adjusting with it, and spend more on a good surface, to get it really working well, but once you have you will be in control of the best pointing device on the planet.
  
  We are nearing domestic V.R with this.
  
  Pros:
  - Laser speed.
  - Great grip and thumb rest.
  - 10 buttons.
  - Wheel tilt.
  - Wireless.
  - Battery Life.
  - Precision.
  
  Cons:
  - There is a steep learning curve.
  - Receiver positioning is difficult.
  - You may need a super mouse pad.
  - Gamers need other drivers.
  - Occasional jumping means some gamers might not be ready for wireless yet.
  - Expensive
  
  
• If Rolls Royce made a mouse!
  By A2CT487Q41RZ6V on 2005-06-23
  In a sentence, this is the Rolls Royce of mouses...mice...meese...oh whatever.
  
  I read all of the reviews on Amazon and some other on-line Google-searched reviews. The ones here on Amazon, quite frankly, scared me. After-all this is not a cheap mouse. So, I am here to debunk all of you haters!
  
  First, it's NOT that heavy!
  
  Second, the very first thing I tried to do was get it to "jump" like so many said it was prone to. I even went so far as to intentionally lift it off the mouse pad to see if there was a reset delay that caused the "jumpy" glitch reported. I am happy to report...NONE! It behaved just like any other mouse, well, you know what I mean.
  
  Third, I tested it with precision. Other sites argue that a wireless mouse, ANY wireless mouse, is not as precise as a USB connected one. Well, my tests were not scientific but they were for my needs. I compared only what I have - a generic USB rollerball, my old wireless rollerball & of course the Laser 1000. I tried drawing circles in a paint program. The result? the first two, no matter how hard I tried (without putting my artistic aptitude on the line here) always came out in squarish ovals. Not the MX1000. It was the next best thing to an input pad and stylus.
  
  The final test will be in a first person shooter.
  
  Now, for you truth tellers. I DID feel it was moving way too fast when I first started using it, but apparently I was over compensating for the imprecision of my former mouse. I was able to balance and correct myself quickly.
  
  Honestly, this mouse just glides. It's like driving a Lexus or a BMW for the first time after losing your '94 Saturn. What's more, and what will be the most difficult learning curve for me, that I am excited, about is the amount of area available for left clicking. My index finger was amputated years ago and with a regular mouse only the top is available for clicking. This mouse allows for nearly full finger access. Now, I can relearn to use the remains of my finger like I used to.
  
  In conclusion, there are lots of input devices out there. Look around. But I guarantee you will NOT be disapointed if you make this mouse your final choice!
  
  
• The Rolls Royce of mice.
  By A1KSAGEJ6RJIO5 on 2005-03-17
  This is an excellent mouse. Up till now I've been using a Logitech MX510. The MX510 is excellent, but I prefer the MX1000. The MX1000 is silky smooth. It just glides and the pointer is spot-on accurate. Now this mouse might not be for everyone. It is a little bit chubbier and heavier then other Logitech mice. This is not problem for people with big hands like me. I find the chubby design & deep thumb groove very comfortable. If your a gamer who consistently picks up and re-centers the mouse a lot, the weight may be a problem. Even though it is a little on the heavy side, it is very well blanced, and the extra large mouse feet make it easy to push around. I have used the mouse to play games like Battlefield Vietnam, Unreal 2k4, & to photo edit in photoshop with no problems. I haven't experienced any of the lag others claim to have experienced. Actually I can't tell the difference between this mouse and my corded MX510 in response times. This is the only cordless mouse I have used without any noticeable lag. I also like the button placement better on this mouse compared to the MX510. The application switch button is placed in a much more desirable location on the MX1000, and I like the click wheel better, it's a tad smoother then the MX510. Overall this mouse feels very nice, it doesn't feel cheap. That's probably cuz it's not, but it's worth it! Treat yourself and get one. By the way, the battery will last longer then any other cordless and the battery indicator will tell you when to charge. How cool is that?
  
  
• Awesome Mouse
  By A15GKMFE0D5Q5R on 2004-11-02
  I was looking for a new mouse because I had the cordless duo and was looking for an upgrade. I stumbled across this mouse and it's amazing. I have had no problems at all with it. 100% accurate, it is a night and day difference from my old mouse. If you are thinking about getting this mouse, then I am telling you to think no more, buy it now, you will not regret it. I have it running perfectly on Windows XP SP2, P4, and 1 Gig of ram. I use Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, Visual Studio.NET 2003 a ton usually about 9+ hours a day, so I am constantly using a mouse and I highly recommend it.
  
  
• Accurate, solid on Mac OS X
  By A3THJA140FPGCF on 2004-10-26
  I'm using my new MX1000 in a Macintosh environment.
  
  Logitech's OS X driver installed flawlessly. The mouse control center appears as a submenu under System Preferences. Everything is intuitive. Map keys to your heart's content. Center click on the mousewheel is a great place to assign Expose's desktop-exploding F9 function.
  
  The mouse's big selling point -- its laser element -- is a worthwhile improvement over IR sensors. The MX 1000 tracks perfectly on every surface I've tried. Lift the mouse, and the cursor stays where you left it. The mouse instantly re-acquires the curson when placed back on a flat surface. It's really quite impressive.
  
  The mouse is physically stable and much taller than anything I've used before. The bells-and-whistles auxilliary buttons and rockers are easy to master. I particularly like the horizontal scroll function, which is activated by tilting the mouse wheel left or right.
  
  I would like to see more control over scroll and acceleration rates in future releases. The Cruise Control rocker, for instance, is too slow to be useful on my system.
  
  The MX1000 is a great upgrade for Mac users wanting a well constructed, professional-grade three button mouse. In my opinion, the accuracy and stability of the laser element is worth its additional expense. Graphics pros, in particular, will enjoy the convenience and precision of this new offering.
  
  
• NO Lag, NO jumping cursor!
  By A2KNO4X2YWT78U on 2004-12-05
  I was looking at this mouse for a little over a week (I previously used the MX700 from Logitech). My main reason for buying this one was:
  - I am absolutely happy with Logitech mice, every single one I had was outstanding (and I had a few), but the one thing I did NOT like about the MX700, was the almost useless battery indicator, that only indicated when it was almost too late...
  
  Therefore I was quite happy to learn that this mouse has a much more "sophisticated" indicator, that actually gives a representation of how much charge remains in the battery. I was a little hesitant to buy it after reading some of the reviews on this and other sites, concerning a lag in the cursor movement when picking up the mouse, and a cursor that was erratically jumping around on the desktop, but I decided to buy it anyway, and all I can say is: Wow! Apart from the battery indicator, I also prefer the slightly modified ergonomics over the MX700's. I can't really tell the difference as far as accuracy goes (I have a regular mnouse pad, so there wouldn't be too much of a difference anyway), but I already ordered a stainless stell mouse pad (MUCH more durable, easier to clean, no fabric that gets dirty over time), so I probably will be able to tell the difference then... concerning the errors some reviewers had: I tried to produce that "pick-up-lag" error others reported (picking it up, setting it down, picking it up at a 45degree angle, setting it down, ...), but I could not reproduce the lag AT ALL (naturally, I wanted to make sure the product I had had no "kinks" of any kind). Maybe I have a newer hardware revision of the mouse.
  
  The "jumping cursor" problem was slightly different: I had the same problems with the drivers on the CD in the package, however, as soon as I downloaded the latest drivers from logitech's website (as of December 4, 2004), the jumping issue was gone...
  
  I can only highly recommend this mouse to anyone, who is willing to pay the money for it...
  
  And to make it clear: I have NO ties to logitech whatsoever (other than being a satisfied customer, of course)
  
  
• Replaced my MX700
  By A27A9ZWUU7HOOP on 2004-09-20
  Uninstalled Logitech's mouseware, installed Logitech SetPoint, no problems. I tried to force my MX1000 to repeat some of the problems I've read about and havent been able to. The problems some people are reporting with the mouse's buttons not responding in games....the solution is simple. For example, in Battlefield 1942, if the default button assignment for entering/exiting a vehicle is "E", then you simply go into the SetPoint properties and change the button properties to "key stroke" and hit "E". Sure it changes what the mouse does when not gaming, but if youre using a mouse like this to get the max "on the fly" commands, then you probably really dont care if you have to click the "back" button in your internet browser instead. Having said that, the feel of the mouse is great, the tumb recess is a godsend (unlike the mx700), the battery can go for days on end without being recharged (on day 3 now), and it's super sensetive. The battery level leds are a nice touch, and it scrolls left and right too. What I don't like about it is the fact that the scroll wheel has to be pushed down on harder than the MX700, and the scroll wheel clicks arent as firm or defenative as the MX700. Expensive, but a worthy replacement. By the way, cordless mice are fine for gaming. I used my MX700 for massive gaming since the first week it came out, no problems.
  
  
• The new star of my desktop
  By A1PJDVG5TV6XVX on 2004-10-15
  Like many other reviewers here I upgraded from the MX700. Unlike some other folks, I do not have driver or "wobble" problems, and the MX1000 seems to be an upgrade over the MX700 in pretty much every way. I especially like the better button placement and the increased size. It even works a little better in fast-paced games, which is great!
  
  The increased size could be a problem for some folks with smaller hands. Average size and up and you should be fine.
  
  The charging cradle is lighter than the MX700's, but I also found it to fit the mouse better. Once in a while I would drop the MX700 in crooked and it wouldn't charge. That doesn't seem to be a problem with the MX1000.
  
  As to value, if you are on a budget I would suggest the MX700, it is still a fantastic mouse--and I took mine to work when I upgraded at home--but if you don't like to compromise on input devices I suggest springing for the MX1000.
  
  
• Great for wireless - drivers are biggest weakness
  By A1SCKZM8CIOD1S on 2006-01-31
  I've never been a fan of wireless mice as I've generally found them not nearly as responsive as their wired counterparts. This Logitech mouse has changed my opinion of that. The cursor responds without any noticeable delay. The only thing that I had to get used to was how smoothly the mouse moves across the surface-there's very little resistance. Logitech has really changed my opinion about wireless mice.
  
  Their drivers, on the other hand, could use a little work. For starters, they don't install a module in the control panel. This is minor of course, but still inexplicable. Another minor driver annoyance is that the previous and next pages do not work in Firefox unless you remap the buttons to the key combinations (ALT-Left, ALT-Right). Once you do this, it works fine in both IE and Firefox. It just seems if they'd followed Microsoft's lead on this, this would be an unnecessary step. Again, a very minor annoyance.
  
  A much more significant problem, imho, is the lack of customization. The MX 1000 comes with 8 buttons which are ripe for assigning to various functions. Unfortunately, the Set Point software gives you an extremely limited choice of options. It would be nice to actually be able to utilize the buttons for useful tasks like starting a specified application, hide/show desktop, or mute. What makes it even more frustrating is that useful options such as volume or mute are available only IF you purchased one of their multi-media mice. Why you have to purchase a certain model with a picture of a volume on the button in order to utilize a feature is beyond me. I'm not certain what Logitech's logic was in this.
  
  If the drivers were more customizable, I definitely would have given the Logitech MX-1000 5 stars. The limited choices in the SetPoint software for such an expensive and well built mouse, seemingly designed for power users, is simply bewildering. Hopefully these deficiencies will be addressed in future updates to the SetPoint software.
  
  
• 4.5 Stars!
  By A2BZCHIDR5FTYA on 2005-07-05
  Okay, I'm impressed. Last week my cord mouse finally died. I do a lot of PC gaming on and off line. A cordless mouse is not good for gaming. As the battery gets low it causes my game to lag or the mouse is too slow to send the signal that I need NOW to keep my (role playing) characters alive.
  
  When my husband walked in with this mouse and I saw that it was cordless all I could do was shake my head. I had told him NOT to get a cordless. I even told him to spend as much money as he needed to get me a reliable mouse that would stand up to the abuse I will put it through. (I do some major clicking when I am attacking a creature, trying to cast spells, or RUNNING AWAY. If a mouse hesitates, my characters will die a horrible death, especially in playing "W.O.W.")
  
  But as my dear worse half (his words) showed me all it promised, I decided to give it a shot. After all, I could return it.
  
  I'm very surprised. It has a power chart that tells you how much juice/power it has left in it. Much like a cell phone shows you how much it has left. Once you see ALL the bars gone from the chart, you simply stick it in its charger. Sounded good, in theory. But I wondered if I would be charging it daily or if it would hold a decent charge. On weekends, holidays, or vacations my husband and I will BOTH be gaming for hours at a time. Would it stand up to major gaming? The answer, so far, is YES. Between my husband and myself, the mouse has been in use over 16 hours daily for the past 4 days, yet the the power is not half gone.
  
  Several buttons that you can assign tasks to, such as scrolling or toggling screens, on the left side near your thumb. In fact, the power chart is there too.
  
  All-in-all, I'm very happy. Amazon's price is about $10 less than what we paid for it too. So, if you are a gamer, you won't go wrong with this one. And if this mouse stands up to the standards of us gamers, then it is more than what a normal "user" needs for home or office work.
  
  Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.
  
  
• The Good, the Bad, and the Mouse
  By A1EMTCBZ1VQIOF on 2005-03-06
  I have two of these beauties and have mixed feelings about them. With some changes, I could rave about them.
  
  The Good
  1. For my hand shape and size, this is the best mouse I have ever used, and I have tried and bought many through the years because I have mild Carpal Tunnel that is caused by mouse use and is sensitive to the shape of the mouse.
  2. The laser really does make a difference. I have never needed a mouse pad with these mice on any kind of surface, even polished wood and rough plastic.
  3. Logitech's MX engine is the most accurate on the market. You can do a quick test of the smoothness of a mouse by moving the cursor at a diagonal across the screen. You will see lesser mice make a jagged path. This is the first cordless I have used that I cannot tell the difference between it and the best corded mice using this test.
  4. Some applications, like heavy-duty technical work and gaming, demonstrate a clear difference between cordless mice in action/reaction time. This is the first cordless I have used that keeps up in speed with the best corded models.
  
  The Bad
  1. Don't believe Logitech's literature on battery life. Both of my mice won't go beyond one week between charges. This would not be so bad, except no one else at my home seems constitutionally capable of putting the mouse back in the cradle. It takes about 20 minutes to charge it enough for a few hours of use.
  2. The price. Ouch!!! Logitech, it is no longer 1984, when your customers expected to pay over $200 for a good mouse.
  3. With its large receiver/cradle and its need for 120V power, the MX1000 cannot be practically used with portable computers.
  4. A non-replaceable battery. The literature says after an estimated 5 years of use you will have to send it back for battery replacement. Logitech, didn't you learn from Apple's iPod example?
  
  The Mouse
  I had high hopes that this was the one, the perfect mouse, after all these years, after trying dozens and owning about twenty. These devices have improved vastly over the years. Alas, not to perfection. Still, the MX1000 is a unique and high quality product, superb in almost every way. But is it for you?
  
  
  
• Smooth, Comfortable, Attractive, Accurate, No problems
  By A2NS9YZIT9Y8DX on 2005-02-18
  The feel seemed odd at first, but it grew on me. The thumb rest was very odd at first, but now I can't imagine not having it. Emits no light (visible light anyway...uses infrared), charge lasts a long time, and recharge is quick. Left and right button click takes slightly more effort than my old Logitech Optical Mouseman, but isn't noticeable after a week or two. Tracking is incredibly accurate, and very fast as well. Took a while to get used to gaming with it (Halo, Halflife 2, etc), as it never misses a beat like my old mice used to, (both ball and optical). Left and right side of mouse have nice soft feel...hard to describe..but it's much more inviting than the typical plastic feel. I havn't had any driver or software issues.
  
  
• Incredible Mouse
  By A1LKUUWTNBV9A1 on 2005-01-30
  This mouse is the best mouse I have ever owned by far!!! Its laser first off so it works 100s times better than optical on wood or other grainy surfaces. The base charger is very nice and there are no problems getting the mouse to sit in the cradle properly as I have had with previous mx model wireless mouses. It is the first mouse I have seen or heard of with a scroll wheel that scrolls sideways as well! It also has a power switch on the bottom similar to a small laptop mouse. In addition to the power switch, it AUTOMATICALLY turns off when its not being used. There are three led lights that act as battery meter on the mouse itself!
  
  Before writing this review, I attempted to find at least one thing I could say that I didn't like about this mouse. The only thing I came up with is software related and not really about the mouse at all. I just wish there were more choices in what function you want the buttons to perform. That's all I came up with.
  
  If you have the money and are willing to spend it then this mouse is FANTASTIC!!!
  
  
• A worthy upgrade from the MX700
  By AM6F1CZQL7TWX on 2005-01-26
  My MX700 was 'wandering' around the screen when used on my wood finish desktop without a mousepad.
  I'm running XP SP2 and never installed the Logitech mouseware. My MX700 worked fine. Not having full button functionality is not a concern for me. The 'back' button worked as did the scroll wheel.
  I turned my PC off, removed the 700, plugged in the 1000 and turned the PC back on.
  XP fired right up and I was in business. No Logitech software needed and now the 'forward' button works too! More importantly, the 'wandering' has completely stopped and the movement is more precise than ever before.
  I can't recommend this enough. While I can't attest to the software issues some folks have since I have no need to use the software, I have none of the other problems mentioned.
  The mouse will turn itself off if you lift it too high, but that feature doesn't have any negative effect for me. I suppose there are people who may find it annoying if they routinely lift the mouse too high. That's a matter of individual behavior though.
  I'm playing WoWarcraft, HL2, UT2004 and design graphics and edit photos and the precision of this mouse improves the experience.
  
  
• A different opinion
  By A3LU06YGC0E0XB on 2004-10-06
  I just upgraded from an MX 900 to the the MX 1000 and I have no complaints whatsoever...in fact I'm elated with my purchase. I find this new mouse to be exceptionally responsive and precise. I find no problems with sensitivity and my mouse has a range that is more than an adequate. (After reading the review below I tested my mouse by placing it on top of my TV which sets several feet away from my computer desk and it worked as if the mouse was scurrying away only inches from the receiver....The reviewer below must have some sort of interference problem, which I do not, despite the mouse receiver sitting right next to a speaker and my monitor). Truly I was hesistant to upgrade my mouse but I have no regrets....One other noticeable improvement is the instant recognition and responsiveness of the mouse upon booting up my computer which was an issue for me with my MX 900 bluetooth mouse which was not always recognized upon turning on my computer and this was a major pain in the a$$. This mouse is a tad expensive but certainly the best I have ever used. I have had no problems with the software included with the mouse. A great product or else I am extraordinarily lucky.
  
  
• Best mouse I've used to date and I'm a gamer
  By AFMB3LIHWQB8 on 2004-10-16
  I've seen all the negatives and read the complaints. I bought this mouse without reading any reviews. However, I started to read the complaint and even visited the logitech support forum... some minor complaints. I started to think I should just return the mouse before even trying it. I'm glad I tried it, because it's the best mouse I've ever used. I upgraded from a Logitech MX500 corded opitcal.
  
  I must be lucky, because my mouse does not have the "wobble" or "weeble" and it does not lag when I pick it up. Maybe it's because I didn't install logitech's drivers, I went with the default plug and play.
  
  I currently play Counter-Strike: Source. With the new laser system, it feels like I can hit any pixel on the screen (using 1280x1024 LCD). I highly recommend this mouse.... don't let few bad user reviews get you (it's getting great professional reviews). Try the mouse out for yourself, it will speak for itself, trust me.
  
  

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