Published Apr 1, 2015

Logitech MX Master Review!

Marques Brownlee delivers an engaging review of the Logitech MX Master, focusing on its ergonomic design, versatile connectivity, and advanced software features that appeal to tech enthusiasts. He shares his personal insights into its market position and suitability for users with larger hands, marking it as a top choice for those seeking both professional and personal usage.
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  • Connectivity

    The Logitech MX Master mouse offers impressive connectivity options, making it a versatile choice for users with multiple devices. highlights its ability to connect via a tiny Logitech wireless receiver or built-in Bluetooth 4.0, allowing seamless pairing with devices like his Mac Pro in just five seconds 1. The mouse can switch between three devices, which is particularly useful for setups with multiple computers.

    You can use one mouse for multiple computers. So yeah, other than that it's all in the software with this guy.

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    This feature eliminates the need for multiple mice or complex software solutions, enhancing productivity and convenience 1.

       

    Design & Buttons

    The MX Master mouse is designed with a focus on ergonomics and functionality, featuring a sporty design that caters to users with larger hands. notes the mouse's righty shape and sloping curves, which provide a comfortable resting position for extended use 2. However, the back and forward buttons are positioned slightly too far back, requiring some adjustment.

    They're pretty small, and they're supposed to be in a pretty comfortable position above the thumb rest, but they're just a little too far back for me.

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    Despite this, the side scrolling wheel is praised for its smooth operation, particularly beneficial for video editing tasks 2.

       

    Software

    The Logitech MX Master is equipped with advanced software capabilities that enhance its functionality. explains that the Logitech Options software is essential for setting up features like horizontal scrolling and gesture controls 1. This software also includes a smart scrolling feature that adjusts the scroll wheel's behavior based on speed.

    Logitech is kind of famous for this where if you scroll the mouse wheel fast enough it'll stop clicking and just initiate this super smooth fast scrolling mode.

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    Additionally, the software provides a battery indicator, supporting the mouse's claim of several weeks of battery life on a single charge 1.

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