I have been a Logitech mouse fan for years. I have owned several versions of Logitech mice over the years and have yet to want anything more. As the technology moves forward so does my mouse. I will say that over the last few purchases the only complaints I can state about any of the Logitech mice I have owned are the life of the batteries for the mice. The early versions of their mice used AAA batteries and had a decent life span on charges. Then can the first AA setup and the life span seem to cut in half. The mice worked great for what I did, and I simply had a few extra batteries always charged up. Then comes along the MX700, I hoped that the charging life of the batteries had improved greatly but found out that it had not improved enough for my liking. I have gamed with every cordless mouse that I have owned (5 total over the last 4 years). I never noticed any lag issues with any of the mice until the batteries started to get low on power, with a quick change things went back to normal.

     When the MX900 came out I decided to hold off on the purchase and see what the reviews on it had to say. From everything I read, there was not much of a gain on my side of it to upgrade since the MX700's I had worked perfectly. Now that the MX1000 came along I again held off a little while to see what everyone said about it. I did not really think that they could improve on the MX700 enough to justify the purchase. After reading several good reviews on the MX1000 I decided to go ahead and pick up one for myself. Just before doing so my brother had also bought one. The look is similar to the MX700 and the feel is slightly different. I figured it was time to see the difference.

Packaging

Contents

     The contents consist of the MX1000 mouse, the rapid-charge base station, software CDs, installation guide, USB to PS/2 adapter, and the AC power adapter. The new thing with the MX1000 is the fact that its a Laser Optical mouse. Its stated that the Laser mouse is suppose to be 20 times more sensitive to the mousing surface.

Logitech MX700

Logitech MX1000

     Compared to the MX700 the MX1000 has a more defined look. Its slightly shorter and fatter, the lines of the MX1000 are more pronounced. The MX700 does fit the hand better than most of its predecessors, but the MX1000 definitely is improved in that area. Upon placing your hand on the MX1000 it "fits like a glove". It will take you no time at all to adjust to the feel of the mouse.

     Buttons are not lacking with this mouse. The MX1000 has several extra features that are configurable via the "Set Point" software. From left to right, top to bottom, The first is the scroll wheel area. Standard wheel for scrolling vertical, the buttons above and bellow are classified as the "Cruise Control" which lets you easily scroll threw documents. The wheel can be titled left and right to achieve horizontal scrolling (to achieve the functionality of the mouse you need to install the "Set Point" software). The second picture shows the thumb buttons. The front and back work as forward and back navigation for web browsers and folders. The center button lets you switch threw applications. These are the standard functions with the mouse. After installing the "Set Point" software you can fully configure the buttons to your liking. The third picture shows the on/off switch and reset button. Its nice to see an on/off switch on the mouse to save on your batteries life.

     The bottom two pics show the mouse fully discharged and fully charged. When sitting in the base on charge, the lights will be illuminated one at a time in a sequence until the mouse is fully charged. Once fully charged you can remove it from the base. One of my biggest complaints is the mouse going dead and me not having any clue it was coming. This will not be a problem with the MX1000, it will show you how much charge it has.

Here are some shots of the mouse.

     The installation of the software is straight-forward. Follow the 9 simple steps to completion.

Welcome

Please Confirm Language & Location

Install Software For

Logitech Desktop Messenger System
Will let you know when updates are available. I never add stuff like this.

Destination Selection
Let it go default or chose your own location.

License Agreement

Confirm Installation Components
I only install the needed components.

Setup Status

Congratulations
Off to reboot the pc you go.

QUICK TOUR:

     Upon returning from the reboot you are give a quick tour highlighting the various features offered with the MX1000 mouse.

Introduction

Learn More

Making The Most Of Your Mouse

Overview

A Feature For Any Task

Make Your Own Moves

SETTINGS:

     Now that you know the basics from the quick tour, you can go in and configure your new mouse.

Right click the Logitech system tray icon.

Select your mouse, the button, and set them accordingly for the standard functions.

Mouse Movement

Select Your mouse, then set the options accordingly.

Mouse Batteries

Select your mouse and it will show the status of your battery level.

Tools Information Resources
This section has links to all support options that are available.

Shows the Control Center Version, Driver Version, and links to their site.

Software Access

To turn on and off the SetPoint Icon in the system tray.

     The Logitech Software is relatively easy to install, just follow the steps as I have shown.

NOTE: The full functionality of the mouse should not be expected on machines that do not have the appropriate driver and software installed. The use of a KVM switch with this mouse would mean you need to install the software and drivers on all machines connected to the KVM. Remember if your using a KVM, most of them do not support non-PS/2 mice. The standard functions of the mouse should work fine, in order for all the functions to work you would need to reboot the machine after switching to it via the KVM switch.

     I have been using this mouse for better than a few weeks now. This by far is the first mouse I want to grab when sitting at my computer. I have it and one of the MX700's hooked up. I have been running cordless mice for several years and always have a second one sitting there just incase one goes dead. I also run a KVM switch to bounce between two systems. The MX1000 is connected to my main rig, and I have the MX700 connected on the KVM.

     I have not noticed any major differences in tracking or accuracy with the MX1000. I have the same smooth action in applications and games alike. The one major improvement is the life of the charged batteries. The MX700 lasts 2 days max for me, while the MX1000 has lasted as long as 5 days on a full charge. So that alone to me was worth the purchase. The mouse seems to be top notch. One issue that I did find with the MX1000, if your running multiple computers in the house and you have 2 of them running on 2 separate systems, there is a possibility of one interacting with the other. Unfortunately for my brother, mine will make his act as if its non-responsive at times. Or if I reconnect mine while he is using his, I can take full control of his apps. I have not tested the distance on this, but have a feeling we will need to move one computer in another room to remedy the issue. Right now both computers are within 6 feet of each other.

     Since I have ran cordless mice for years I have grown to love them. It would take some serious issues for me not to like what is being put out on the market. The MX1000 is slightly heavier than the MX700 I have. That is not a big issue for the most part. You get use to the weight and feel of it pretty quick. As stated the tracking and accuracy seem to be equal on all surfaces that I have tested with. I am not doubting that the Laser MX1000 is better than the MX700, I simply cant knock my MX700 for its tracking, its been a grate mouse for the last few years and will continue to have a home here.

     I do like the more pronounced look of the MX1000 over the MX700. The reviews and forum topics that I have read in regard to the MX1000 seem to be half and half for liking the mouse. Some complain about poor tracking and accuracy while others have no complaints. I would lean toward something else aiding in the problems they are seeing. With 2 MX1000's sitting here and both performing in the same manor (other than them interacting with each other on rare occasions). I would give this mouse high marks for performance, looks, and feel.