Logitech M510 Wireless Mouse

by Logitech

• Contoured shape with soft rubber grips provide all-day comfort
• Back/forward buttons and side-to-side scrolling plus zoom let you do more, faster Requires Logitech SetPoint software
• 2-year battery life practically eliminates the need to replace batteries Battery life may vary based on user and computing conditions
• Comes with a tiny Logitech Unifying receiver that stays in your computer - plug it in, forget it
• Works with Windows and Mac OS

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.2 x 4.8 x 9 inches ; 6.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B003NR57BY
• Item model number: 910-001822
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,062 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #1 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Computer Accessories > Mice
  • #3 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Components
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 7, 2010

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Enlarge Logitech Wireless Mouse M510 A full-size laser mouse that does more. Do more, more easily with your mouse. With soft rubber grips and a contoured shape, this full size mouse provides all-day comfort, while Back/Forward buttons, side-to-side scrolling plus zoom and programmable buttons empower you to click, scroll and zoom with the flick of a finger. Enjoy laser tracking for smooth cursor control and two years of battery life. Comes with a tiny Logitech Unifying receiver that stays put in your computer, so you can plug it in, forget it, and add up to six Unifying compatible devices without additional USB receivers. Learn more about the Unifying receiver > Download a spec sheet Features Enlarge Nice grip Give your hand a rest. Its contoured shape will support your hand comfortably all day long. Enlarge Take a short-cut Do the things you do most, more quickly—like fly through documents or Web pages—with three programmable buttons, Back/Forward buttons and side-to-side scrolling plus zoom*. *Requires Logitech SetPoint software (Windows) or Logitech Control Center software (Mac OS X), available for download at www.logitech.com/downloads. Enlarge It's got juice Don't worry about swapping batteries—get up to 2 years of battery life*. An On/Off switch and smart sleep mode help conserve power, while its battery indicator light eliminates surprises. *Battery life may vary based on user and computing conditions Enlarge Stay on track Enjoy precise laser tracking for smooth, responsive cursor control on almost any surface*. *The laser sensor does not work on glass or mirrors.   Compatibility Works with Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 Mac OS X 10.4 or later USB port Package Contents Logitech Wireless Mouse M510 Logitech Unifying receiver 2 AA batteries (pre-installed) User documentation 3-year limited hardware warranty

Wireless Mouse M510 Noteworthy Features •  Full-size comfortable shape with precise laser tracking •  Three programmable buttons, Back/Forward buttons and side-to-side scrolling plus zoom •  2 years of battery life •  Logitech Unifying Receiver •  Windows and Mac compatible Plug it. Forget it. Add to it. The tiny, wireless Logitech Unifying receiver stays in your computer and connects up to six Unifying compatible mice and keyboards. See more devices that work with Logitech's Unifying receiver >

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Choose which Logitech Wireless Mouse is right for you:

 

What to look for	Portable Mice				Full-Sized Mice
Good Better Best
	M305	M505	M705	Anywhere Mouse MX	LX6	Wireless Mouse M310	Wireless Mouse M510	Performance Mouse MX
Connection Strength The higher the signal strength, the more reliable your connection will be. Especially important in busy wireless environments like airports.	27 MHz	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz	27 MHz	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz
Tracking Quality Look for smooth, precise cursor control. The higher the quality, the easier it is to navigate documents and web pages. The best also work on more surfaces, including glass.	High-definition optical tracking	Laser tracking	Laser tracking	Also works on glass	High-definition optical tracking	High-definition optical tracking	Laser tracking	Also works on glass
Power Management Stay more productive and eliminate hassles with longer periods between battery changes or a rechargeable mouse.	1 AA battery (6 months max. battery life)	2 AA batteries (15 months max. battery life)	2 AA batteries (3 years max. battery life)	2 AA batteries (6 months max. battery life)	2 AA batteries (6 months max. battery life)	1 AA battery (12 months max. battery life)	2 AA batteries (2 years max. battery life)	Rechargeable
Wireless Receiver The receiver stays in your computer for cordless mouse control. The smaller the receiver (from standard to nano size), the more convenient it is. The Unifying receiver also lets you add compatible devices like a wireless keyboard.	Nano size receiver	Unifying receiver for up to 6 compatible wireless devices	Unifying receiver for up to 6 compatible wireless devices	Unifying receiver for up to 6 compatible wireless devices	N/A	Nano size receiver	Unifying receiver for up to 6 compatible wireless devices	Unifying receiver for up to 6 compatible wireless devices
Scrolling Performance Scroll through long documents and web pages without having to drag the scroll bar. Performance ranges from fast to hyper-fast.

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Product Description

With its contoured shape, soft rubber grips and handy controls, the Wireless M510 Laser Mouse delivers the comfort and control you need to do more, more easily.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

361 of 373 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Performing Full-Size Wireless Mouse July 9, 2010

By J. Melvin

I have been seeking a fully-featured wireless mouse for the past two weeks and have finally found my optimum choice in the Logitech Wireless Mouse M510. The attributes I sought out included the following:

1) Full-size and ergonomic shape. I have fairly large hands, so most notebook mice cannot provide a sufficiently comfortable experience for long periods of usage time.

2) High battery endurance. I prefer a wireless mouse that minimizes battery replacement to improve overall convenience and reduce my dead battery collection.

3) Laser technology. A setting of at least 1200 dpi is necessary to track subtle movements, which are particularly important for graphical applications (i.e. solid modeling and photo editing software). Laser technology also allows for usage on most surfaces.

4) Inconspicuous wireless transmitter. I find great appeal in a low profile wireless transmitter, as it saves the user from having to remove the device from a notebook during travel.

While many other competing products from Logitech offer appealing features such as "hyper scrolling" and any-surface tracking a la "Darkfield", they each carry their own weaknesses as well. For example, I considered various notebook-class mice, including the Anywhere MX and the Marathon M705, yet as a person with fairly large hands, I determined that they were simply not large enough to use comfortably.

Notebook Mice:

With respect to the Anywhere MX, while its touted "Darkfield" technology and "hyper scrolling" are admittedly persuasive, does not appear to yield the battery endurance that I desire. The form factor is certainly far too small to permit the ergonomics my hands require.

In consideration of the Marathon M705, while it certainly has the battery endurance I desire, as well as "hyper scrolling", it still remains too small, and the price tag currently does not justify its purchase. The Anywhere MX (at the time of research) could be had for nearly the same price after rebate, and if I were to choose a less-than-comfortable mouse, I would be more inclined to compromise some battery life for features.

Full-Sized Mice:

Moving on to full-sized mice, I spent some time researching the Performance MX. The Performance MX touts a host of features, including a low-profile wireless transmitter, but I am not fully convinced that they justify the price. Furthermore, this device utilizes a cradle for charging, and I would prefer high endurance, which typically entails the exclusive use of AA or AAA batteries.

While researching this category, I came across the M510, which although it carries less features than the aforementioned products, represents the best compromise to the attributes I desire in a mouse. Notably, this mouse has a great form factor, and while not as large as the Performance MX, fits comfortably and ergonomically even for my larger hands. Admittedly, I would prefer that the mouse were a bit longer to fill out my palm, but in the manner I handle the mouse, comes very close to an ideal fit. Logitech claims battery endurance up to 2 years, which far exceeds my expectations, and reduces my reliance on spare batteries. The device uses laser technology, which actually does not perform optimally on my aluminum desk, but tracks perfectly on my microfiber mouse pad with high accuracy. I honestly did not expect the mouse to function well on my desk, so this is more of an observation than a concern. The device also includes the low-profile wireless transmitter, which overall adds to the convenience of the product, and lends itself to a more travel-worthy full-sized mouse. As an additional note, the forward and back buttons work perfectly, and are quite easy to access. Extra buttons that are actually usable certainly add greater value to this product.

Conclusion:

While this mouse certainly has less features than some of the competition, it can be had for a reasonable price, which from Amazon lies in the range of $30 to $40. The form factor is excellent, the battery life is sufficient, the accuracy is great, and the wireless transmitter is convenient. For those seeking a full-sized and ergonomic mouse that still affords some portability, the Logitech M510 is a great option, and should represent a serious candidate for any mouse-purchasing decisions.

79 of 86 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great cordless mouse July 4, 2010

By NCshopper

I bought this mouse at bestbuy as it was not available on amazon yet. My previous experience with a wireless mouse was not good. I bought it from HP and it came with a charger cradle to recharge the batteries and a disk to download the software. It started to freeze up often, so I replaced it with the original corded mouse.

While researching current wireless mice, i was confused as to why none came with a charger cradle. Apparently, the new technology allows a wireless mouse to use a standard set of batteries that last up to two years! This is great. I was looking for a full size mouse as I use this on my desktop and don't need it to be portable for a laptop. The feel is perfect. Contoured sides with rubber grips, the wheel is smooth and the buttons on the side are high enough not to get in the way when you are holding the mouse. These buttons can be programmed to do custom functions. I don't have volume controls on my new keyboard, so I programmed them to control volume up/down. I set maximize screen by pushing the scroll wheel. The USB receiver is small (I guess they call it nano receiver) so if you want to use it with a laptop and leave it plugged in all the time it is very inconspicuous.

There is an on/off switch, but it also goes into sleep mode to conserve the batteries. It works right out of the box, but there is software you can download off the Logitech website if you want to customize the button functions, etc.

The mouse has worked great and I couldn't be happier with it!

95 of 113 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Good mouse, but not for use on light color surfaces July 30, 2010

By pbarb

I must say that I'm really disapointed in the M510 mouse. I purchased it for use on a light (or blonde) colored tabletop but unfortunately, the mouse does not track very well on light colors. It works great on dark surfaces, or with a newspaper or magazine under it. It is otherwise a very good mouse; the buttons are very responsive.

My only other comment is that in spite of what other reviews say, the mouse does run a little small for someone with large hands. My other Logitech mice are larger & more comfortable for my large hands.

I contacted Logitech support who said that it should track well on light surfaces, that mine mouse may be defective, so I exchanged it but the second one also does not work well on light surfaces.

So if you will use it on dark surfaces, I rate it five stars. For use on light surfaces, it only gets 2 stars.