Logitech's new Bluetooth mouse reviewed
Inside Mac Games has reviewed Logitech's new V270 Bluetooth notebook mouse, and it looks like road warriors have a new option for gaming on the go. The reviewer tested the V270 on Call of Duty 2 and Quake 3 (yes, the Mac version of Quake 4 is out) with no noticeable delays, and it responds well on a variety of surfaces. Just make sure you're not synching your cell phone or using any other Bluetooth devices simultaneously with your laptop, as this may cause a slight performance drop.The V270 sells for $40-50 online, and although it ships with a Windows-only installation CD, the reviewer had no trouble setting it up on a Powerbook using the Bluetooth Setup Wizard.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Arsonist @ Jun 23rd 2006 7:34PM
Uh. Doesn't Logitech make mice specifically for gaming already? Is this like the only option for wireless mac gaming?
Nirvanakicks @ Jun 23rd 2006 8:11PM
New mouse? Logitech has had this mouse out for a long time and its meant for laptops (although it can obviously be used on desktops as well).
darko82 @ Jun 23rd 2006 8:25PM
Hasn't been out that long. I had been waiting for it the whole year, and CompUSA just got them in a little over a month ago. If you have a powerful laptop for gaming, it might be worth checking out.
Jay @ Jun 23rd 2006 8:42PM
Course there was no problem setting it up on a mac. plug and play. I thought PCs were plug and play till I had to instal printers and scanners :(
anywho. The mouse is a little late for me. I bought a Logitech V500 (or whatever - the mini one) and haven't looked back since. solid state scrolling, no silly side buttons. just a great mouse. pity about the USB receiver taking up a whole port on my PowerBook but meh.
GSI @ Jun 23rd 2006 8:46PM
"While I wasn't able to do a side by side comparison"
Ummm...he wasn't able to do a side-by-side comparison yet he was able to write up the review on a COMPUTER. I find it hard to believe that this guy didn't have a digital camera or didn't know someone he could borrow one from. I'd maybe interested in the mouse since the bluetooh MS mouse I have has about a 5 second battery life but if this is like all other laptop mice (i.e. ridiculously small) then I'll pass.
Dan @ Jun 23rd 2006 9:24PM
DO NOT BUY THIS MOUSE MAC PEOPLE. Mac users are having a hell of a time with this mouse. I am included. It randomly disconnects and stops responding. This is only mac users.
Battousai8728 @ Jun 23rd 2006 10:18PM
I'm gonna wait for a Might Mouse Wireless for my Macbook Pro
Dman @ Jun 24th 2006 3:39AM
I've had this mouse since January (silver) from Compusa and have had no problems with it disconnecting on my PB. Works pretty well, tho a bit small for gaming/long-term use.