Logitech MX1000 Laser Cordless Mouse | 
| Brand: Logitech
Buy New: $158.99
New (1) Used (2) from $109.99
Rating:  368 reviews
Sales Rank: 6393
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Apple MacOS X or later
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 4 x 9.5 x 9.5
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: 931175-0403
Model: 931175-0403
UPC: 097855023933
EAN: 0097855023933
ASIN: B0002UM0JW
Release Date: August 31, 2004
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: NEW
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| Features:
| • | Rapid-charging base station makes sure the mouse is always ready, and the lithium-ion battery never needs replacing | | • | Universal page forward and back, plus an application switch that quickly moves between open windows | | • | Wheel tilts for side-to-side scrolling | | • | Cruise Control rocker for speed-scrolling up and down, and zoom with a click of the wheel | | • | Compatible with Windows 98, 2000, Me, XP, and Macintosh OS X and higher |
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Product Description
Includes: rapid-charging cradle, CD with SetPoint software, USB to PS/2 adapter, & AC power adapter. Logitech MX 1000 Laser Cordless Mouse - Computer mouse technology makes another giant leap with the MX 1000 from Logitech. Replacing the optical LED design of many mice on the market, it features a laser, for an amazing increase in accuracy and sensitivity. Up to 20 times more accurate in fact! That makes it a perfect fit with graphic professionals, gamers, and anyone who wants pinpoint accuracy on nearly any surface. The Logitech MX Laser Engine can handle almost anything - polished, wood-grain, fabric, and more! Cruise Control rocker for speed-scrolling up & down Zoom with the click of a button Thumb button for page forward & back in your web browser Application Switch Button - handy button that lets you switch between active applications Compatible with Windows or Macintosh computers PC Requirements - Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP, USB or PS/2 port, & CD-ROM drive Mac Requirements - Mac OS X+, USB port, & CD-ROM drive
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| Customer Reviews: Read 363 more reviews...
Pleasantly Surprised September 22, 2004
David A. Lessnau (Niceville, FL USA)
180 out of 185 found this review helpful
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 November 15, 2004
R. Williams (Los Angeles, CA United States)
124 out of 133 found this review helpful
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).
 Rushed to Production September 8, 2004
Robert Y. Loh
37 out of 57 found this review helpful
Numerous problems plague this mouse. Lift it from your surface and try to mouse again and experience delays. Buttons do not work in most applications, and are not recognized in almost any games. They are also trying to replace their "MouseWare" drivers with a new 'SetPoint' software, with a tremendous reduction in features (less than 1/2 the button assignment options) and an incredible bloat (~17MB instead of 2-3MB).
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...
If you want more info for YOURSELF, go check logitech's User Support forums at http://forums.logitech.com ... See what people are saying. For every "I Love It" comment there are at least 6+ "Doesnt work anywhere" comments ...
Works fine for some, others have problems - I have none October 24, 2004
Dyo (UK)
34 out of 35 found this review helpful
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! September 26, 2004
G Darke (West Grove, Pa USA)
30 out of 33 found this review helpful
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.
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