Customer Reviews

Logitech Cordless Desktop S510

5 star:		(74)
4 star:		(59)
3 star:		(15)
2 star:		(14)
1 star:		(10)

 

 

I returned two other wireless keyboards because the ergonomics were poor. This is a work of art, the keys type to perfection. It does take some getting used to, in comparison to my old logitech wired keyboard. The keys are slightly closer together. It's very light weight, slim and the design is just awesome.

One small complaint about the mouse, the scroll buton clicks rather loudly. Other that the mouse works great. I could say that the mouse is on the cheap side, but that may be too harsh a remark.

I would have (should have) bought this keyboard first, but the photo confussed me. I was not sure about the silver edge that ramps down. I thought it was going to ramp down too much, and that it would be too large. It's not too large for me, but could be a problem for some.

I am very fussy when comes to keyboards, and if you are like me, you will never hit 100%. I am giving this one 10 stars and rating it 95%.

I've been an avid computer hobbyist and professional for more years than I like to discuss, so I've used a lot of keyboards in my time (and used them heavily). As a result, I'm very picky about my keyboards.

In the search for a new "favorite" keyboard, I tried this S510 and found it mediocre. Although it comes in a keyboard/mouse combo, my interest was solely in the keyboard. I found the key spacing and size a little bit odd (eg, the distance from cursor keys to "enter" or the size and placement of "delete"). A bigger problem is the built-in wrist-rest. It's too large to properly pair with a normal wrist-rest, but too short (and the upward swell too close to the keyboard) to use it without a separate wrist-rest. So ergonomically it doesn't work for me at all. If you have very small hands or a very thin wrist-rest this may not be a problem for you. All of that combined with a defect in my model (a bad contact under the letter "A") led me to return this product.

That all being said, this is quite a lot better than the average, say, Dell keyboard that ships with a new PC. The Logitech software is as good as ever, the setup is quick and painless, this RF model has no transmission speed problems that I noted, and the keyboard is attractive and stylish. But if you're buying new, consider the Logitech MX3000 or Logitech dinovo instead.

This is not a top end set, but the price isn't top end either. For me, it does exactly what I want it to do . . . work reliably. I have never had a problem with reception on either component, and the battery life is astounding. If you are looking for wireless at the "entry level" price, you can't go wrong here.

After purchasing both a DiNovo keyboard and a Microsoft Wireless Keyboard 6000, I have changed my opinion of the S510. After some time, the keys on the S510 seemed to get sluggish (or is something I am just imaging after trying superior alternatives). Both the DiNovo and Microsoft 6000 are superior products. My typing is much faster on either. Additionally, I feel far less fatigued than when typing on the S510, which requires too much force to depress the keys.


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After multiple food-related injuries to my laptop, I decided to transition to a separate keyboard and monitor. At the conclusion of an extensive search, I settled on the Logitech Wireless S510. Although I returned one keyboard and have had a few issues with the second, I am happy with my purchase.

Despite being a wireless enthusiast, I was a bit skeptical of wireless keyboards. As I multitask to an extreme degree, I avoid any performance-limiting features in my computer products. My primary concern was response delay. This was unfounded as the keyboard-receiver combination provides a very fast response. Interference has been very limited.

The S510 is an all-around great keyboard and ergonomic mouse combination. The aesthetics are nice and the features are excellent. While I don't use the additional media function keys (volume, zoom, music controls, etc), these should be valuable for many users. My primary motivation in purchasing this keyboard to keep my laptop away from spills and dust that will ruin the laptop and foul the keyboard. This keyboard obviously solves those problems. Its design also nicely complements my 24" Dell monitor.

For those of you who are sensitive to the tactile response, there are few characteristics of this keyboard that will be of interest. First, it does have a "hard" depress, but not so much as a circa 1992 PS2 keyboard. It is not as mushy as many modern keyboards either. I consider it a happy medium. Regarding the key travel, it is about halfway between a laptop and a traditional 1990s keyboard.

As to my initial concern, I have seen very limited electromagnetic interference. On occasion when the receiver is very close to my monitor cable, there are problems. However, these are easily rectified by relocating the receiver. At the time of purchase, I didn't have any remote applications in mind. Since then, I acquired Flight Simulator X and a DLP projector. A wireless keyboard makes the simulator setup much less cluttered.

The one somewhat disconcerting issue with this keyboard is key stick on the left-hand side. The original keyboard was returned for this reason. Its replacement initially exhibited the same problem. However, it subsided after a few months.

Logitech did an excellent job with the design and manufacture for the S510 cordless desktop. It combines great aesthetics and performance. If you need a wireless keyboard that is responsive and looks great, consider the S-510 as a nice addition to your desktop.


Pros
Great aesthetics
Thin
Responsive

Cons
Possible sticking keys

This keyboard and mouse are technically excellent, so read other reviews for those kinds of comments. I want to highlight that this is THE perfect keyboard for SMALL HANDS users like myself, aadn I've had to return many before finding this one. The keys are well-spaced, tactile, firm and relatively quiet, and the overall size is perfect for me. I find using the legs is the best position.

I tried the Microsoft Desktop 1000 and hated it. I return that and purchased the S510 when it was on sale at RadioShack. It is much more superior to the MS's Desktop 1000 for about the same price. Compare w/ the MS 1000, Logitech's wireless mouse's range is much broader and sensitive. Keyboard feels much nicer and very slick looking. I am very happy with this purchase!

I was ready to steer clear of Logitech keyboards after my disaster with the Di Novo Media Desktop Laser. I have way too much clutter from chords on and around my desk, and I was looking for a way to diminish the wires. The battery issue was not attractive to me, as I was used to wired keyboards and not having to worry about buying batteries for anything. But the benefits of the risks outweighed the costs, so I decided to give wireless keyboards one more chance.

My first foray into the wireless keyboard world was the HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse. It was okay...some of the buttons did not work well, and then there was the mouse (**sigh of disgust**). In the end, for a user of advanced wireless keyboards, I was sorely disappointed by the lack of definitive features. It was okay as an introductory wireless keyboard, but nothing amazing.

Then I tried the Di Novo. I am happy that I was able to get my Computer working after that one. It was RIDICULOUSLY expensive, and I was unable to get it to work. I returned it in a day. I was sorely disappointed. I LOVED the look of it, and I wanted the wrist rest, as well as the laptop-style of the keyboard and the keys. Laptop keys have usually been easier for me to use than traditional PC keyboards, and I wanted a Keyboard/Mouse combo that was stylish, comfortable, full-featured, and economical.

I saw this keyboard combo at my local electronic store, and I got to experience the feel of the keys, as well as handle the mouse, the receiver, and make my decision as to whether or not this set was worth the money. I decided that I was worth the try, and I got it at a great price.

The set up was not that hard--the only issue for me was that the SetPoint software took awhile to install. That could be because of my Anti-Virus software, but it did work. The prompts were straightforward, and after I restarted, the only thing that I found a little different was that I had to connect the devices. With the HP keyboard, I did not have to connect them manually, but they just worked. I had to manually connect the keyboard and the mouse to the receiver for the Logitech combo, but it was easy, and so I didn't mind.

You have the option to open the Quick Tour upon restart, and it showed you very well how to set up the features. The customizability of the keyboard is nice. It has just the right amount of features for great usage without being overwhelming. I think that one of the best features has to be the ability to secure the keyboard so that the frequency resists interference from other devices, and so that the keystrokes can't be detected. It is very easy...it prompts you, so you don't have to be concerned with any complex instructions.

The Keyboard and Mouse look really clean. The layout is different--the "Insert" key has been moved away from the Home, End, Delete, and Page Up/Page Down keys, and the Delete key is now large. I don't mind the Insert key being moved, because I hated accidentally hitting it sometimes and sending the keystrokes into "Overwrite" mode. But to some, this will be rather annoying (although on its newer styles, Microsoft seems to be following suit). The keys are somewhat closer together, which will annoy users with larger hands. The tactile feedback is similar to that of a laptop, which means less pressure to push, but lower bounce to the keys. I don't mind it, but to some users will be annoyed; it is just personal preference. The keys can be a little noisy as well.

The keys are labeled like they are on a Microsoft keyboard--they have indicators that show what will happen when you hold down control + any marked key. That way, you never have to guess about commonly used shortcuts. And when you press the special function keys, the screen displays the action that the key perfoms on the screen, so you don't accidentally push a key and have no clue what you did.

The look of the keyboard is really sharp. One thing that I do not like about it are the "legs," if you can really call them that. I don't think they are sturdy at all, and they do not add a lot of height. I don't even know why they are really there, to tell the truth. I wouldn't even bother with them...they may break to easily. The wrist wrest is not really useful. I can deal with it, but it really doesn't improve the ergonomics of the keyboard at all. The mouse is very responsive, and the SetPoint software gives a good deal of options to improve and fine tune the precision. The feel of the mouse is much better than the HP I used to have, but it is very awkward. If you use it too much, it just gets hard to hold on to. The wheel button on the mouse is pretty hard to push, and if you use browsers with mouse gestures, the SetPoint functions may override the handling that is in the browser. The battery latch is a little surprising to get off because it comes straight up, but I have not major quibbles with that. A neat feature is the invisible optic tracker, that does the job without the red light. The 4-way scrolling worked better on this mouse than it did on the Microsoft mouse.

The receiver is a little flimsy to me. I would have liked it sturdier. Overall, this keyboard and mouse really was an improvement. It is not perfect, and for the price, I would recommend it.

The technical details of the listing state that this product uses a USB receiver. It is PS/2.

The range is bad, if you aren't on a desk with the keyboard right next to the receiver with line of sight, expect to miss keystrokes.

The slim form factor is attractive, but not worth the bad range.

The key placement is non-standard, take a close look before you buy, especially if you use home/end/insert keys.

I hate bad reviews, but this product is not up to par with Logitech's long legacy of quality wireless products. I have been using wireless logitech keyboards and mice for 5 years now and have never been dissapointed.

EDIT:

I looked through other products and it seems all of Logitech's current wireless offerings have the new non-standard keyboard buttons.

It is marked by a super-long delete key, the home and end buttons going left/right instead of up/down, and the insert key off in Syberia somewhere.

I got this from Amazon for ~$50, and the keyboard and mouse works fine, that is if I were to sit within 4 ft from the receiver. I had originally HOPED to connect the keyboard and mouse wirelessly and be able to control my laptop while I'm on the couch and use the tv as the monitor. I am not exaggerating when I say beyong 4 ft, this bad boy does not recognize any key stroke nor movement from the mouse, intermittent response at best at a distance. fyi, my couch position is about 8 ft from the receiver.

Both my co-worker and I purchased this keyboard as we disliked the new Dell keyboards. Anyway, setup was perfect and everything was great until I started typing full speed. The keyboard lags when you are typing beyond 100wpm. When Mavis Beacon rates you at 160wpm, lag from keypress to displaying text on the screen is a huge problem. Either way, the feeling of the keyboard is A+ and it is of very sturdy design. I would recommend it to anyone under 100wpm typing speed.

The mouse is a little small for my hands but it didn't have any lag and worked perfectly. Both I and my co-worker got rid of our keyboards within a week of purchasing them continuing our search for that one perfect keyboard.