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YelloFelloJP

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I need your help guys, after six years of faithful service, my Intellimouse Explorer has finally crapped out on me. I need to find a replacement, and I feel like going wireless. Response time on the mouse is essential, and battery longevity is always appreciated. I'm looking in the price range of up to $150 or so for both keyboard and mouse. Let me know your suggestions!
 
Anything from Microsoft or Logitech would be a good choice. I personally use the Logitech MX Duo, which nowadays runs about $100 retail (but I've seen it as low as $60 online). It comes with the MX700 wireless mouse, which also has its own charger. The battery life on the mouse is pretty good -- you could go two or three days on "normal" use (varies, I normally use it about four or five hours a day max) before you have to recharge the batteries on the mouse. There is a Bluetooth version available as well, which costs about $150 and comes with the MX900 mouse.
 
I have the MX1000 by Logitech and love it!!! Great battery life too not too mention it feels good and solid.

As far as a keyboard, I don't have a combo set-up but I did pair the MX1000 with a Saitek Gamer's keyboard. It is not wireless, I really liked the feel of this keyboard plus it is programmable via a separate number pad.
 
I really enjoy the MX700 Duo. Great set, just waiting for the MX1000 to be paired up with a keyboard...
 
darktiger said:
I really enjoy the MX700 Duo. Great set, just waiting for the MX1000 to be paired up with a keyboard...
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AGREED! But i'll again give a thumbs up to the MX Duo its just fantastic, best bang for your buck.
 
will be even better when the MX1000 comes bundles with something. I like the idea of BOTH my wirelss keyboard AND mouse being run off the same station...I have too much crap on my desk as it is already. :D
 
Thanks for the input, but i've got a few questions:
- I have a ton of gadgets on my desktop, will they interfere with wireless periperials?
- Any idea on when this MX1000 bundle might be coming out?
- What's the difference between a Bluetooth and RF connection?
- From experience, what's the effective range of the MX700 Duo? Does it lag?
 
YelloFelloJP said:
Thanks for the input, but i've got a few questions:
- I have a ton of gadgets on my desktop, will they interfere with wireless periperials?
- Any idea on when this MX1000 bundle might be coming out?
- What's the difference between a Bluetooth and RF connection?
- From experience, what's the effective range of the MX700 Duo? Does it lag?
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-probably not, but you can never know what variables might come about
-There is no MX1000 bundle but if you refer to an MX1000 and a logitech elite corded keyboard probably about 100. MX Duo might be about 50-60.
-Bluetooth is a different type of connection that can be used with other support devices such as Cell Phones. Its not really worth it, and its more expensive
-Range is pretty good probably about 10-15', but why would use more then 2 feet away from the base with a desktop computer. Lagging not from what i've seen maybe sometimes when its not charged or during gaming maybe (probably not that significant i know most people on this board do it all the time.)
 
-Range is pretty good probably about 10-15', but why would use more then 2 feet away from the base with a desktop computer
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I want to be able to control media while sitting on the couch, which would be about 20 or so feet away from the base, if I put the base on my desk.
 
YelloFelloJP said:
I want to be able to control media while sitting on the couch, which would be about 20 or so feet away from the base, if I put the base on my desk.
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yea it'll work. at least it should.
 
You might be able to find the Logitech Dinovo set for under $150. Damn nice set.
 
I bought the MX Duo Bluetooh for $70 from TigerDirect a while back when it was on sale. If you poke around, you should be able to find it for under $100, easily.

Anyway, for those of you using the RF version of the MX Duo, have you ever taken it to a LAN? Have you ever had a problem with interference from other wireless RF users? It *shouldn't* happen, but just wondering if it did for whatever reason.
 
NewEgg Prices for:

1) MX Duo (RF/MX700 mouse) - $54.99
2) MX Duo (Bluetooth/MX900 mouse) - $137
3) diNovo Media Desktop (Bluetooth/MX900) - $149
4) Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite (RF) - $85
5) MS Desktop Elite (Bluetooth) - $123.50

ZipZoomFly Prices:
1) $54.99 2) N/A 3) $159.99 4) $83.99 5) $126.99

TigerDirect Prices:
1) $59.99 2) N/A 3) $149.97 4) $74.99 5) $118.99


The Optical Desktop Elite are the newest high-end versions for Microsoft, and Logitech have recently added the LX series (LX300, LX500, LX700).
 
EnderW said:
my mx1000 barely works from 8' away
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well the duo works much better than that anyway plus he couldn't get both a keyboard and a mouse in one package with the 1000.
 
tiraides said:
NewEgg Prices for:

1) MX Duo (RF/MX700 mouse) - $54.99
2) MX Duo (Bluetooth/MX900 mouse) - $137
3) diNovo Media Desktop (Bluetooth/MX900) - $149
4) Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite (RF) - $85
5) MS Desktop Elite (Bluetooth) - $123.50

ZipZoomFly Prices:
1) $54.99 2) N/A 3) $159.99 4) $83.99 5) $126.99

TigerDirect Prices:
1) $59.99 2) N/A 3) $149.97 4) $74.99 5) $118.99


The Optical Desktop Elite are the newest high-end versions for Microsoft, and Logitech have recently added the LX series (LX300, LX500, LX700).
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That is marked red would be my choice.
 
I forgot to mention this yesterday, but there is also a diNovo Cordless Desktop that is an RF wireless combo with a plain optical mouse. It's nothing special compared to its Bluetooth version (the NewEgg price -- $129 -- also makes the Bluetooth version a much better bargain), but its (supposed) selling point is a mini-USB receiver designed for use with laptops. (ZipZoomFly also has one for $135.) Just another option for you to consider (though my suggestion is still the original MX Duo)....
 
Mother FUCKER.
I just bought the Logitech LX700 set yesterday and i'm rather pleased with it. Aesthetics, response time, battery life, it's all there.

BUT
I also just found out that the MX3100 cordless desktop was just announced. The MX3100 is a wireless RF combo which features the MX3000 keyboard MX1000 mouse in a single package.

The best part is that just moments ago, and I mean literally seconds before I discovered the existence of the MX3100, I tore off the UPC of my LX700 box for a mail-in rebate offer.
 
YelloFelloJP said:
Mother FUCKER.
I just bought the Logitech LX700 set yesterday and i'm rather pleased with it. Aesthetics, response time, battery life, it's all there.

BUT
I also just found out that the MX3100 cordless desktop was just announced. The MX3100 is a wireless RF combo which features the MX3000 keyboard MX1000 mouse in a single package.

The best part is that just moments ago, and I mean literally seconds before I discovered the existence of the MX3100, I tore off the UPC of my LX700 box for a mail-in rebate offer.
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so its not like its totally worth it, you'll be fine with your setup.
 
I don't even think you can buy the MX3100 in the U.S. just yet. I'm still waiting (hoping) for a Bluetooth version or maybe an update to the diNovo withe the MX1000.
 
Yeah I am waiting for the MX3100.. There was another thread about that.. I emailed Logitech, it will be released Q1 at a retail price of $150...So I am guessing March..
 
I have an MX Duo, I love the keyboard but I think the mouse is a little big? anyone else with the same feeling or is it just me? I'm thinking it's just me. Do the other logitech mice have the same feeling as this one?
 
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ohnnyj said:
I don't even think you can buy the MX3100 in the U.S. just yet. I'm still waiting (hoping) for a Bluetooth version or maybe an update to the diNovo withe the MX1000.
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I just saw that MX 3100 at office max today.
 
in case nobodys found out, the only mx1000 package is the diNovo bluetooth media desktop 2.0. looks pretty nice.
 
I use my MS Elite Bluetooth Mouse/Keyboard from across the room (about 20') with no loss in signal noticable. I do have a question on battery life and answers to that question seem all over the place. I've marked it on the calander and will just keep track myself.
 
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