What mouse should I buy for my mac?

[spierce7]

Hey guys, just got a macbook pro and switched over from PC to mac. I want a mouse that I can use with several buttons that I can use for expose features and what not, and I was wondering what you guys would recommend. I'd prefer bluetooth so I wouldn't have to use up a USB slot. I really don't know much about pairing different mice with Macs. I tried to get my Logitech G5 to work with my laptop, but I couldn't really take advantage of it's extra button since mac wouldn't really let me set it to anything (or maybe it will, but I didn't see it anywhere). So I was hoping for a mouse recommendation that has software support for mac that I can set extra buttons to shortcut to expose, etc. Thanks!

PS - I'm currently using the magic mouse with magicprefs, but it's not very comfortable. I was thinking about maybe the Logitech MX 1100 but I couldn't set the extra buttons to anything else could I? Any help would be appreciated, Thanks!

~Scott

 

[mx12]

Anyone will do

I agree with you on the magic mouse, it's all style and no comfort.

Ironically, I use several of Microsoft's mice, and they all work really well. If you want a mouse that you can use the expose, then look for one with extra buttons. I personally use a Microsoft's ergonomic keyboard and a logitec mouse for my home use.

 

[MMM.PWR]

How are you people holding the Magic Mouse? I find it extremely comfy. I rest my palm/arm on my desk and fingers on the actual mouse.

The Logitech Performance MX mouse is pretty nice I guess.. but kinda bulky.

 

[Badger^2]

Have you downloaded the Logitech drivers?

Your G5s buttons should be able to be set to do anything you want them to.

Everything for setup is in your System Prefs.

 

[miles01110]

Does the MX Rev have a bluetooth version? Mine has a dongle that takes up a USB slot. It's never made a difference to me, but it might for you. That being said it's a great mouse- very configurable. Ive had mine for three years and have no plans to replace it.

 

[steve2112]

Does the MX Rev have a bluetooth version? Mine has a dongle that takes up a USB slot. It's never made a difference to me, but it might for you. That being said it's a great mouse- very configurable. Ive had mine for three years and have no plans to replace it.

Sort of. They don't have a bluetooth version in the stand alone mouse. They did bundle it with a keyboard called the MX5500 keyboard/mouse combo, and it is bluetooth. I have this model on my Macbook Pro at work. The problem is that the LCC software doesn't recognize it as a Logitech product, so I can't customize the buttons. The LCC software will recognize the stand alone mouse, as I am using that at home. I kinda like the MX Revolution.

 

[amitjain14]

logitech set point

hi,
all the buttons on the mouse will work one you install the logitech set point application/driver from logitech website, there is a version for mac. once installed u would be able to access and configure in system prefrences.

 

[icanboogie]

The logitech v550 is available in silver/black with the logo on it in metal, it is small, but very handy and also quite elegant, and accompanies the mbp (classic or unibody) very well.

I have it with the tiny micro usb dongle, as bluetooth mice are supposed to be likely confused by wlan /wifi networks I have been told. As I have three USB ports on the classic mpb, that is fine for me.

I like this mouse very much, it feels good and very solid, the batteries seem to last really really long. Full recommendation from me!

Oh, it was quite inexpensive, too.

EDIT: Sorry, I overread the wish for multiple buttons and for bluetooth.... still, the v550 is nice! and it has one extra button on top for window changes.

 

[XxEjGxX]

the logitech mx series are pretty nice but give your hand some time with the magic mouse, i love mine now

 

[thomanjones]

Regardless of mouse hardware, I'm a big fan of Steermouse for programming buttons and adjusting speed (I use it with Logitech and Razer mice), and BetterTouchTool (New Apple Magic Mouse). Also, I hear USBOverdrive is good. BTT is free, the other two have trial version, and retail for around 15$, if I remember correctly.

 

[grahamwright1]

PS - I'm currently using the magic mouse with magicprefs, but it's not very comfortable. I was thinking about maybe the Logitech MX 1100 but I couldn't set the extra buttons to anything else could I? Any help would be appreciated, Thanks!

~Scott

Logitech MX Revolution is a great mouse! I have three right now, and wouldn't hesitate to replace any the failed.

 

[steve2112]

Logitech MX Revolution is a great mouse! I have three right now, and wouldn't hesitate to replace any the failed.

You should go scrounge some for replacement, since they discontinued the Revolution. Best Buy had them for $40 a couple of months back, right before they were discontinued. I bought two of them for home. The new MX Performance model looks similar, but I haven't tried it yet.