Re: Re: Bluetooth Mouse...What are my options?
Hmmm... so u reckon it would not be suitable for photoshop users?
Hmmm... so u reckon it would not be suitable for photoshop users?
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Bluetooth Mouse...What are my options?
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logitech bt mouse?
what is with logitech's "wireless hub" on the mx 900 bt mouse? is it required for their mouse to work? i'm looking for less clutter, not different clutter.
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm?p...ID=3&CONTENTID=7110&countryid=19&languageid=1
what is with logitech's "wireless hub" on the mx 900 bt mouse? is it required for their mouse to work? i'm looking for less clutter, not different clutter.
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm?p...ID=3&CONTENTID=7110&countryid=19&languageid=1
I got the impression you could just use the hub to charge the mouse, and use the bluetooth in the computer to connect to the mouse.
Logitech® MX900 Bluetooth® Optical Mouse
Ummm, where's the Mac compatibility?? Almost every mouse they have lists the Mac, yet this new 900 says:
Works with both Windows® 2000 and XP.
I figured it wouldn't be a problem for this to work with a Mac since it's Bluetooth and they've supported Apple on their previous mice. Wonder why there is no mention? Maybe they are waiting for Panther to drop.
Ummm, where's the Mac compatibility?? Almost every mouse they have lists the Mac, yet this new 900 says:
Works with both Windows® 2000 and XP.
I figured it wouldn't be a problem for this to work with a Mac since it's Bluetooth and they've supported Apple on their previous mice. Wonder why there is no mention? Maybe they are waiting for Panther to drop.
Hmm, why doesn't one of us, simply purchase a mx900, try it on a BT enabled Mac, and if it does not work, just return it...?
aethier
aethier
Are you volunteering?
I thought the wireless hub was for computers that don't come with Bluetooth built-in.
Anyway, so the conclusion you've all come to regarding the topic is that the only options you have for BT mice right now is the Apple, the big Microsoft model, and the Logitech MX 900 model, which looks pretty good.
I want a small mouse. Otherwise it defeats the purpose of my small, thin, 12" Powerbook. Of course, I won't need a mouse if I'm using it away from a wall socket: I can use the trackpad. However, I still wish there were more options from some of the other companies, like Kensington. They (supposedly) make a great small mouse for laptops, the Pocketmouse or something.
And thanks for the clarification about Bluetooth. I've asked a few times.
I thought the wireless hub was for computers that don't come with Bluetooth built-in.
Anyway, so the conclusion you've all come to regarding the topic is that the only options you have for BT mice right now is the Apple, the big Microsoft model, and the Logitech MX 900 model, which looks pretty good.
I want a small mouse. Otherwise it defeats the purpose of my small, thin, 12" Powerbook. Of course, I won't need a mouse if I'm using it away from a wall socket: I can use the trackpad. However, I still wish there were more options from some of the other companies, like Kensington. They (supposedly) make a great small mouse for laptops, the Pocketmouse or something.
And thanks for the clarification about Bluetooth. I've asked a few times.
Originally posted by Abstract
Are you volunteering?
yeah, i think that is what i will do this week, i should actualy purchase both, and see witch i like better, then return the crappier of the two...
Nothing to lose.
aethier
I want the Belkin mouse but their webpage doesnt show it as being available yet. DOes anybody know where I can get it? I also dont want a huge mouse, the smaller the better, but I need two buttons and a scroll-wheel. Let me know if anybody knows anything. Thanks
Oh yeah, LOVE MY FIRST APPLE, A 15" AluPB!!!
Oh yeah, LOVE MY FIRST APPLE, A 15" AluPB!!!
Re: logitech bt mouse?
with a BT in your PB, you don't ahve to bring the Hub, it's basically a BT adapter built into the charger. so you don't really need it. just use it to charge the mouse every now and then.
with a BT in your PB, you don't ahve to bring the Hub, it's basically a BT adapter built into the charger. so you don't really need it. just use it to charge the mouse every now and then.
Check out this little guy http://www.targus.com/us/product_details.asp?sku=PAWM10U
If Targus can get an RF mouse that small and that cheap, I'd rather hold out for their version.
If Targus can get an RF mouse that small and that cheap, I'd rather hold out for their version.
I had to call Logitec today to sort out some equipment for a client, and whilst on the phone asked about the MX-900 working with OS X. Tech dept said that it has not been tried, and they don't write drivers for the MX-900 to work on a Mac. I pointed out that this didn't mean it won't work, and the guy agreed. May well order one and see.
M/Soft or Logitech Mouse.
Has anyone actually bought the MX 900 or M/Soft Bluetooth mouse and used it in real life with the Mac OS X system?
Does it work properly?
Are there things that it can't do? (like make use of all the mouse buttons).
Thanks
John
Has anyone actually bought the MX 900 or M/Soft Bluetooth mouse and used it in real life with the Mac OS X system?
Does it work properly?
Are there things that it can't do? (like make use of all the mouse buttons).
Thanks
John
I know people have used the M$ mouse and it worked fine...
The logitech doesn't seem to be shipping yet. I've called various places, and the most current estimate seems to be nov 15th.
The logitech doesn't seem to be shipping yet. I've called various places, and the most current estimate seems to be nov 15th.
It seems as if there are various questions, and "why not this..." comments going around in this thread. It also seems as if the Logitech mouse is preferred over the Microsoft or Belkin.
As to why it should have Bluetooth:
Anyone with a new Aluminum PowerBook isn't going to want to have to carry around another device to plug into their computer, just to use a wireless mouse. Bluetooth is built in, so there's no need for any extra receiving devices.
As to why not Microsoft:
Some people may find the Microsoft mouse ok, but the Logitech has a superior tracking engine. It is more accurate and smoother than the Microsoft one (from what I've heard). I don't think everyone here has the "I hate m$ so I won't buy their mouse" mentality.
So, if you're looking at the Logitech MX900, then you are obviously wondering "Does this work with my Mac". I don't see why Logitech hasn't tested it yet. They just have to take the mouse into an Apple Store, see if it works with a PowerBook, and then tell us yes or no.
I personally am looking at the Logitech MX900. If it works with the internal bluetooth, I'm not going to use the Bluetooth Hub that comes with the mouse. I'll just use rechargeable batteries, and charge them separately.
So if anyone here gives the MX900 a stab, and buys it to see if it works with the built in Bluetooth in the new PowerBooks, let us know how it works...
As to why it should have Bluetooth:
Anyone with a new Aluminum PowerBook isn't going to want to have to carry around another device to plug into their computer, just to use a wireless mouse. Bluetooth is built in, so there's no need for any extra receiving devices.
As to why not Microsoft:
Some people may find the Microsoft mouse ok, but the Logitech has a superior tracking engine. It is more accurate and smoother than the Microsoft one (from what I've heard). I don't think everyone here has the "I hate m$ so I won't buy their mouse" mentality.
So, if you're looking at the Logitech MX900, then you are obviously wondering "Does this work with my Mac". I don't see why Logitech hasn't tested it yet. They just have to take the mouse into an Apple Store, see if it works with a PowerBook, and then tell us yes or no.
I personally am looking at the Logitech MX900. If it works with the internal bluetooth, I'm not going to use the Bluetooth Hub that comes with the mouse. I'll just use rechargeable batteries, and charge them separately.
So if anyone here gives the MX900 a stab, and buys it to see if it works with the built in Bluetooth in the new PowerBooks, let us know how it works...
I asked a Logitech Technician why they don't just go into an apple store and test thr mouse! He said that for them to be able to say it works with Macs they would have to extensively test the mouse with each and every model over an extended period of time with every application they could. He followed this up by saying that the Applestore might not want him hanging around there for that long! He's got a point.
Lets call them!
Well - it's an idea to get them to do it for sure! How about well each call them and request that they test the MX900 on the Mac models?
It's not like there are LESS models in the Windows world right? Of course not - there's thousands of different m/board configs - whereas there are only a few Max OS configs.
The numbers to call are here:
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm?page=utilities/contact&countryid=18&languageid=1
in USA you'll have to find other numbers (I'm in London myself)
Perhaps we can make a difference!
Well - it's an idea to get them to do it for sure! How about well each call them and request that they test the MX900 on the Mac models?
It's not like there are LESS models in the Windows world right? Of course not - there's thousands of different m/board configs - whereas there are only a few Max OS configs.
The numbers to call are here:
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm?page=utilities/contact&countryid=18&languageid=1
in USA you'll have to find other numbers (I'm in London myself)
Perhaps we can make a difference!
Here's the best of the bunch I think:
http://www.bluetake.com/Products/BT500.htm
Has an on/off switch and looks like it can be used left or right handed. Web page claims that it's small, although hard to tell without seeing it in person. Supposedly available this month (Nov. 2003). I guess the only downside is that I've never heard of "Bluetake" as a manufacturer...
-j
http://www.bluetake.com/Products/BT500.htm
Has an on/off switch and looks like it can be used left or right handed. Web page claims that it's small, although hard to tell without seeing it in person. Supposedly available this month (Nov. 2003). I guess the only downside is that I've never heard of "Bluetake" as a manufacturer...
-j
It's not available yet, although supposedly will be available sometime this month. Price seems to be $40, and this place is taking pre-orders:
http://www.buypcdirect.com/product.asp?pf_id=bth-bt-bt500&dept_id=29
http://www.buypcdirect.com/product.asp?pf_id=bth-bt-bt500&dept_id=29
Actually bluetooth is an RF technology, operating in the 2.4Ghz band- the same place Wi-Fi and newer cordless phones operate. As was stated before it can handle multiple devices- printers, PDA's, cell phones. Check out http://www.bluetooth.com/tech/products.asp
Re: M/Soft or Logitech Mouse.
Yes, yes, and no. ;-)
I have the MS bluetooth mouse and it works fine. The only thing that might feel a bit weird is if the mouse has been sitting unmoved for a few minutes it drops to a low-powered state (probably all wireless mice do this). So in that circumstance (and ONLY in that circumstance) you'll move the mouse but there'll be a slight delay before the cursor responds on the screen.
When this happens you'll get a brief "connection lost" popup from OS X.
No problems that I can see regarding fine-grained control with apps like Photoshop.
Scroll wheel works fine. All five buttons work - with Panther I've got the standard Exposé view mapped to a "click" on the scrollwheel, plus mouse buttons 4 and 5 are mapped to the alternate Exposé views.
Yes, yes, and no. ;-)
I have the MS bluetooth mouse and it works fine. The only thing that might feel a bit weird is if the mouse has been sitting unmoved for a few minutes it drops to a low-powered state (probably all wireless mice do this). So in that circumstance (and ONLY in that circumstance) you'll move the mouse but there'll be a slight delay before the cursor responds on the screen.
When this happens you'll get a brief "connection lost" popup from OS X.
No problems that I can see regarding fine-grained control with apps like Photoshop.
Scroll wheel works fine. All five buttons work - with Panther I've got the standard Exposé view mapped to a "click" on the scrollwheel, plus mouse buttons 4 and 5 are mapped to the alternate Exposé views.
Ok done, picked up a Logitech MX900 mouse last night afterwork at my local CompUSA. They had 6 units in stock as well as the new bluetooth keyboards. Now for the bad news:
If you wanted to use the included bluetooth hub/charging station with a Mac(as I had hoped) forget about it. Mac OS X(10.3.1) does NOT recognize it as a bluetooth module. Interestingly enough the MX900 does move the pointer but NONE of the buttons work. USB overdrive does not work as others have already indicated. Apple system profiler indicates that the included bluetooth hub/charger as a "Logitech Receiver".
I've read elsewhere that the MX900 works with built in bluetooth(ie 12",AL15",17" pbs) and probably with a mac compatible bluetooth module(d-link). But ONLY the left, right buttons, and scroll wheel works. All other buttons DO NOT work, except with Expose`(They can be programmed from the Expose` pref pane).
At this point, I would like to ask everyone here that reads this to please contact logitech either by e-mail or telephone(as stated in above post) and kindly ask for Mac support with these great new products. It's the only way we can let Logitech know we are out here and hope for support.
Here is the direct link for logitech e-mail support:
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm?countryid=19&languageid=1&page=support/contactcs
Please help in this cause, thanks.
You have to install the logitech control center software to really take advantage of the extra buttons. I have the MX500 the wired version of your mouse and i am able to do a number of things with the extra buttons by assigning them within the logitech control panel.
I would imagine that would apply to the BT version as well.
(i understand in your case about none of the buttons working and my response is in the the sentence quoted directly)