Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 (Black)

by Logitech

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.7 x 3.5 inches ; 6.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00325ME7W
• Item model number: 910-001321
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (268 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #26 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Keyboards, Mice & Input Devices > Mice
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 30, 2010

Product Description

Color: Black

From the Manufacturer

Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 lets you be more productive Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 helps you get more done, more comfortably, in more places. With 15 months of battery life and laser tracking, you've got the power and precision to be more productive.

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Different setups. Different locations. One tiny Logitech Unifying receiver. The Logitech Unifying receiver is the heart of a new family of products that brings you wireless freedom and convenience without the hassle of multiple receivers. It's easy to pair up to six Unifying compatible devices, all to the same tiny receiver that never needs to leave your laptop. Now it's even more convenient to move around and work at the office, at home or on the road. Create The Combo That Works For You. See other products that work with Logitech Unifying receiver.

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Key Features

		15 months of battery life This feature virtually eliminates the hassle of changing batteries. The On/Off switch saves power. A battery-indicator light eliminates surprises.  (Battery life may vary based on user and computing conditions.)
		Track with laser precision The laser tracking delivers smooth, responsive, precise cursor control on surfaces that cause problems for optical mice, such as polished or wood-grain tables.
		Plug it. Forget it. Add to it. This keyboard includes the Logitech Unifying receiver. The tiny wireless receiver stays in your notebook, so there's no need to unplug it when you move around. Plus, you can easily add a compatible mouse or number pad—without the hassle of multiple USB receivers.
		Designed to be comfortable The ergonomically designed shape with soft rubber grip conforms to your hand to be naturally comfortable, yet is small enough to easily take with you.
		Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity offers you the reliability of a cord, plus fast data transmission and virtually no delays or dropouts.

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Choose The Right Logitech Wireless Mouse For You

Good Better Best
	V220	M505	M705	Anywhere Mouse MX	LX6	LX8	Performance Mouse MX

What to look for	Portable Mice				Full-Sized Mice
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	27 MHz	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.				Also works on glass			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	2 AA batteries	2 AA batteries	2 AA batteries	2 AA batteries	2 AA batteries	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.		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			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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Create The Combo That Works For You

Logitech has a range of products that you can connect via a single, tiny receiver you leave plugged in to your notebook. Mix. Match. Unify. Now you can create your perfect laptop workstation, wherever you work.

Logitech Wireless Keyboard K340 Designed to fit your space—and your life—the compact Logitech Wireless Keyboard K340 frees up space on your desk without requiring you to compromise on comfort. Works with unifying receiver.		Logitech Wireless Keyboard K350 With its distinctive Wave design and Constant Curve layout, this keyboard guides your hands into just the right position. You'll type with ease and confidence, but without having to re-learn typing on an unfamiliar layout. Works with unifying receiver.		Logitech Wireless Mouse M705 This mouse lets you power on... and on. It uses less than half the power of comparable mice, so you'll go up to three full years between battery changes.		Logitech Anywhere Mouse MX This compact wireless laser mouse gives you the freedom to work anywhere on virtually any surface, even on glass desks and tables where no mouse has worked before. Works with unifying receiver.		Logitech Performance Mouse MX This full-size wireless laser mouse gives you the freedom to work anywhere on virtually any surface, even on glass desks and tables where no mouse has worked before. Works with unifying receiver.

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What's In The Box? Package Contents Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 Logitech Unifying receiver 2 AA batteries (pre-intalled) User documentation 3-year limited hardware warranty System Requirements Windows-based PC Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 USB port Internet connection Mac computer Mac OS X 10.4 or later USB port Internet connection for software download*. * Software required for enhanced product features and for connecting additional devices with Unifying receiver. Software available for download at www.logitech.com.

Product Description

Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 helps you get more done, more comfortably, in more places. Within 15 months of battery life and laser tracking, you've got the power and precision to be more productive. The tiny wireless receiver can stay in your notebook, so there's less worry of it being broken or lost

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

44 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Logitech M505 Mouse - Good Basic Wireless Laser Mouse, With One Killer Feature: The Unifying Receiver, January 25, 2010

By 

Mark "Technology, Music and Movies" (East Coast) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 (Red) (Personal Computers)

The Logitech M505 Wireless Mouse is a good mouse, with basic features. This mouse can used equally well by lefties or righties. It can work when used as a plug and play mouse or can be customized using Logitech's SetPoint software. And it runs on two AA batteries that will supposedly run for up to 15 months.

In terms of features, this mouse is sold at a premium to similar models. But the killer feature is the integration with the new "unifying" receiver, which lets you use one nano-sized receiver with multiple Logitech wireless accessories. I'm not sure yet if other vendors like Kensington will also have compatible devices that can be used across brands, but being able to only use one USB plug on my laptop for both my keyboard and mouse has been a great positive for me. I use this unit along with the Logitech K350 2.4Ghz Wireless Keyboard, which is akin to the original Logitech Wave Keyboard in its design.

If they make a version of the Logitech MX 1100 Cordless Laser Mouse that is compatible with the new receiver, I will probably upgrade. Until then, this is the mouse I use on my home machine. Considering the price difference is relatively minimal, the Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse I use with my laptop is probably worth looking into for those who don't need the unifying receiver. But similar to the MX 1100, I'm sure that an updated version of that mouse will be coming out soon as well.

PROS
+ Balanced design works equally well for lefties or righties
+ Runs off 2 AA batteries (Logitech claims they will last up to 15 months)
+ The unifying receiver allows just one receiver for a multiple wireless devices
+ Nano-sized receiver is small enough to be left plugged in to laptops
+ The on / off switch on the mouse's underside allows you to save battery life
+ Indicator light lets you know when you have weak batteries
+ Works well with Windows Vista & Windows 7 (Still have to test it with Mac OS X)
+ The device is plug and play without installing software (installing the "unifying" software is required to use multiple devices with one receiver)
+ Keys are programmable with optional SetPoint software
+ Curved rubber sides provide a nice gripping surface
+ The scroll wheel allows for side to side scrolling

CONS

-- The minimal arch makes the mouse ideal for those with small to medium sized hands
-- The mouse lacks any extra function keys, even "forward" and "back"
-- The list price is a premium considering the basic features
-- The scroll wheel doesn't flow freely for *hyper-scrolling* like the Vx Nano
-- The mouse buttons are very *clicky*

THE UNIFYING RECEIVER

The "unifying" receiver is a very nice feature. It's nano-sized, just like the VX Nano. The flexibility of being able to add more devices to your computer without having to use multiple receivers is a huge plus that saves USB ports and simplifies your accessories. It works on the 2.4 GHz frequency according to the packaging, and the range was a pleasant surprise.

While it won't work with older devices, it currently works with the following:
1. Logitech M505 Wireless Mouse (this product)
2. Logitech K350 2.4Ghz Wireless Keyboard
3. Logitech Performance Mouse MX
4. Logitech Anywhere Mouse MX
5. Logitech Wireless Keyboard K340

In order to add another device, you must go download the unifying software from Logitech. It will then walk you through restarting turning your devices off and on again to pair your additional device.

CONCLUSION

This mouse is ideal for those who just need a basic wireless mouse but plan on using multiple accessories now or in the future. If you need a mouse and keyboard now, this is a great unit when paired with the K350. The price is a slight premium but it's worth it if you plan to use multiple accessories based upon the added convenience. If you don't need the unifying receiver, then strongly consider the Vx Nano. It's only a slight premium to this model and is worth it for the extras if you can afford the higher price tag.

Enjoy.

39 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Super stylish, long battery life, rubberized sides, October 19, 2009

By 

THATCH "RST" (OHIO) - See all my reviews
(TOP 500 REVIEWER)   

This review is from: Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 (Red) (Personal Computers)

I go through mice pretty quickly as I like a fresh/new scroll and click. This mouse on the upside has:

1. Crazy long battery life-- they advertise 15 months on 2 included AA's! Crazy!
2. SUPER stylish. I love the red body and white stripe on the rubberized sides.
3. A premium click feel.
4. Uses the "unifying" receiver so you can run multiple Logitech devices that support "unifying" wireless with one tiny receiver. Easy install.

On the downside:

1. No back/foreword button on the left side.
2. The scroll isn't quite as "premium" as the Anywhere Mouse MX
3. The value compared to the quality & price of the Anywhere Mouse MX isn't quite there in my opinion.

This is a really nice, very stylish long lasting mouse. If style and long battery life are more important to you than a back button and a more premium scroll and the ability to mouse on glass, this is a perfectly awesome choice for a mobile mouse or small mouse for someone who prefers a smaller mouse.

Otherwise, check out the Anywhere Mouse MX. It costs more but the Anywhere Mouse MX is "THE" de facto best mouse available today, in my opinion.

I rate it 4 stars instead of 5 because I think the Anywhere Mouse MX travel mouse gives more premium features and value for the cost. And red is my favorite color so choosing the MX says a lot!

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works awesomely for my HTPC, November 4, 2009

By 

R. Edmiston (Kirkland, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech Wireless Mouse M505 (Red) (Personal Computers)

I bought this for my home theater PC in my living room to go with the keyboard that uses the same Unity receiver. I stuck the receiver into one free frontside USB port on the box and can run both the keyboard and mouse off the same nearly invisible dongle. Both the mouse and the keyboard work from 30 feet away as tested. It even worked from another room. After trying two Microsoft mice which wouldn't work from more than four feet from the dongle, having a mouse which works on anything from carpet to a velvet couch up to 30 feet away with zero lag or glitches, was gratifying. I did have to download a free utility to get the PC to pair the same keyboard dongle with the mouse, but it was stupidly easy to do. I'm probably going to buy several more of these, one to keep in my netbook, the other for my PS3. Rock on Logitech for making a mouse and keyboard which are superb for home theater PC use.

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