I have just got myself a Logitech MX Air Gyroscopic mouse. I haven’t spent this much amount of money on computer mice for quite some time (Maximum I have spent was around £50 for my MX 700). I have been trying to find a good replacement for my Logitech MX 700, and MX 1000 was discontinued, my preference was towards the MX Revolution till I saw MX Air.
Logitech took a whole new approach when it comes to the design of this piece of gadget. First of all, the MX Air does not look like a typical computer mouse but it looks very much like a remote control. Since this mouse can be used as a 3D mouse, the design of such traditional mouse wouldn’t be suitable to be held on one’s hand.
I have tested this on Windows Vista Ultimate and when it comes to installations, there wasn’t any need for driver install. I had to just plug in the USB stick in and the mouse started to work without any prior configuration. Having said that, I did later install the Logitech Software and fully configured it to utilize its full functionality.
The gadget itself does look a bit weird compared to other mice. It fits very well in the hand and that includes using it as a 3D mouse. Also there is no scroll wheel but it is equipped with a vertical trackpad which does the function of a scroll wheel and it is extremely accurate in the air. While on the air, it can be used for controlling music or video, holding down the Volume button and swinging the mouse to one side or going up/down (depends on the custom setting) will change the volume.
I have been using this mouse for about a day now and I have yet to find out any fawns in it. Based on that I would definitely give it 5 stars.
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My name is Nish Vamadevan, I live in London. I’m a Network Systems Administrator, and Freelance IT Consultant. I’d like to think of myself and a creative and a resourceful person when it’s come to Computers and Technology.
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