FACTS:
- I have owned approximately 7-8 wireless mice over the years, including ones for my wife.
- I am currently using the Logitech M310 on my Latitude D620 notebook.
- I have used it extensively for about two years.
- I bought it to replace a worn out Microsoft Wireless 3000, with the big USB receiver shown below in black & white.
- User Manual.
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DESCRIPTION:
- Starting at the top the first thing you notice is the small receiver which I prefer much more than the older MS mouse…for very obvious reasons.
- The M310 is for lefties or righties so if you use either hand or are ambidextrous you are covered.
- They come in multiple colors of which mine is blue.
- The left and right buttons large and have a division down the middle but no back slot since they are flexible and seem to be solidity built.
- On the bottom you can see that there are the standard drag-pads as with most modern wireless mice.
- An “On-Off” slider switch.
- The “Invisible Optic” port that takes the place of the old mouse ball.
- The battery compartment is opened by pushing and sliding the cover out of the way.
- One AA battery powers the mouse.
- A space is provided to store the USB receiver when needed.
PERSONAL OPINION:
Per the list above, you may not care to but I leave the USB receiver in one of my USB ports 24/7/365 with never an issue…other than taking up a port. I have four ports on this computer so it really has never created a problem for me.
The shape is fine, pretty standard other than the left or right design. I have issues with carpel tunnel syndrome from time-to-time and this does not bother that any more or less than other mice…I wish there was one that was an anti-CT version (fantasy).
The buttons work well, easy to click but firm. I have read one review where the person got a little into saying that they were too easy to click. I think they may just have had very heavy fingers. As with most the scroll-wheel also allows push click for other uses. I never change mine from the default so I cannot comment about other uses.
The “On-Off” switch works easily and never by accident. There is a sleep mode to conserver battery life. When it has not been used for a period of time the mouse/battery shutdown. However, I have to say that I have rarely forgotten to turn the mouse off after I use it. I am not that smart just hyper about batteries. I would figure that the sleep-mode works but how would you know for sure. I have never noticed a lag as if it were waking from sleep, so no complaints there.
The battery life on mine is excellent and in the two years I have used it I have replaced the battery once. I do not use it everyday but I would bet I use it about as much as the average user.
PRICES:
These mice are currently listed on Logitech’s site at $29.99; however, I got mine much less than that when it was on sale at the local Target store. Look around and see if you are interested.
I always suggest you look in your local “brick & mortar” stores and buy there to help your local community. You can sometimes find good deals online too. Just do not forget to include the cost of shipping and handling.
RATING:
I would rate it an 8.5 out of 10 as it is a good mouse that does exactly what it should. For me it has performed better than expected. I always expect some problems or design flaws but this one really works for me.
I would like to see it improved by having a more positive sleep mode so that you really “know” that your battery is being saved. Yes, I know this may be a weird issue, but guess I am just an inquiring mind.
Any thoughts?
