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One of the Best
By John F on Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
I've tried other names brands over the years, but always come back to LogiTech.Logitech makes some of the best wireless mice. This recent purchase is my Third M705 mouse. The previous one lasted almost 10 years before it started acting a little quirky. It could have only needed a good cleaning, but for the price it is easier to get a new one.I also recently bought a new computer, because my 9 year old Win 7 HP physically broke at the screen hinge. The well-designed Logitech M705 mouse lasted longer than my last two computers. LOLI love the design and I'm so glad it hasn't changed over the years. The mouse is very comfortable to hold and the buttons and wheel feel like a normal part of my hand. The mouse also has (programmable) side buttons, which are thumb operated for Forward and Back for use in a browser. They can also be easily programmed for reverse operation (whichever seems more natural for the user). Or, they can be programmed for custom commands in programs, besides the standard Forward/Back in Web Browsers.The description says the batteries last up to 3 years, and they literally do, with good quality (Duracell) AA batteries. The mouse also gives an on screen notification when the batteries finally get low.The mouse uses a very small USB dongle (Receiver) to communicate between the mouse and computer. There is no need to Pair devices via Bluetooth. Simply plug in the USB Receiver and start using the mouse. It's truly Plug & Play.It's fortunate that the receiver & mouse are Plug & Play, because the the printed instructions are all but useless. The are no visual diagrams. And the instructions are printed in multiple languages using micro-fine text that is almost illegible.It's worth pointing out that the USB Receiver is hidden inside the battery compartment and is so small it is easily overlooked. It's a good design to prevent losing the receiver when using multiple computers, or taking from home to school/work. But it confused me at first, because I expected it to be a separate item in box, which I thought was missing.Overall, I highly recommend this mouse. I've bought it before and I'll buy it again.UPDATE: To MKay who is getting the 3 blank screens with images of multiple open programs. That is not a error with the Logitech mouse. On some versions of Logitech mice, there is a very small (almost unnoticeable) on the left side at the bottom. It is (by default setting) used to scroll through multiple open programs/windows when the taskbar is hidden. Microsoft Windows 11 (and probably earlier versions, too) has the feature of TaskView (a setting which can be turned off in Taskbar settings). The TaskView has a black & white icon on the Taskbar. It is a very annoying feature IMO! The small (programmable) button on the mouse is most likely activating the TaskView feature - which is exactly as the picture you provided. Don't get mad at LogiTech for an MS Windows feature. Simply turn off TaskView in Taskbar settings, or reprogram the button on the mouse to do something else - and Love your mouse again!
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A Solid & Loyal Logitech Buyer for Years- This is the First Logi Item I Can't Recommend
By FatrCat on Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2024
Ever since I bought my first Logitech mouse many years ago, I've been a strong believer in the quality and care found in Logitech products. I've bought 40-50 Logitech items, from mice and keyboards to speakers and specialty products over time, and always but always been totally happy with each; all working perfectly out of the box, and on the rare occasion I've needed tech support they've been there with fast and superior assistance. That includes the fantastic support I got after purchasing the M720 Triathlon Mouse which delivered with a faulty scroll wheel. No matter what I tried, I couldn't get scroll function; everything else worked. So, out of the box maybe 20 minutes I contacted Logitech support through online chat, and less than 20 minutes later a replacement mouse was arranged for delivery to me under warranty. The replacement arrived just 2 days later, and worked 100%. Now, just 5 days later, 3 of which it wasn't in use, the replacement mouse's scroll wheel function has "dropped out" several times; just suddenly not working. This prompted me to do some looking around, and while I won't say it appears to be a prevalent problem, it's one I did find many others had also experienced. So far, I've been able to regain scroll function each time by flipping the mouse upside down in my palm and tapping the underside straight below the wheel area. Scroll function operation is made in much the standard method, with an opto-sensor circuit, but it's not a one piece counter; it's an IR emitter and separate receiver mounted on the circuit board. Given their close proximity I can't hardly imagine there's an issue of mis-alignment going on, but it's either that or a poor contact on the PCB. Either way, having got one DOA and it's replacement quickly showing sign that it may also suffer the same issue it's not encouraging. One additional issue, unrelated, which I've quickly found at least for myself to be a feature I've quickly found I actually don't like (and have disabled for the moment) is the "thumb button"; an added button hidden right at deck level in the flare of the skirt beneath your thumb. I love being given an extra, customize-able control, however I've quickly found my normal hand position makes it too easy to activate this one accidentally about every time I move side to side. You've got to keep your thumb held higher up on the side to prevent setting it off. If you were used to a button in that area it might be okay, but if not this one activates so easily it will have you frustrated quickly. Purchased as a replacement for my M90 which I've used so much the left click is starting to get weak, I think I chose the wrong model as a replacement. I'll be shopping for another, and it'll still be a Logitech, but it won't be the M720 Triathlon. I'll probably spring for another MX Anywhere Silent Click Darkfield Mouse.
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