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Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution

 

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  • User Score (291)
    8.6 8.6 from 291 reviewers
  • Expert Score (10)
    8.1 8.1 from 10 reviewers
  • Design (4)
    9.4 9.4 from 4 reviewers
  • Value for money (4)
    5.7 5.7 from 4 reviewers
  • Features (15)
    8.3 8.3 from 15 reviewers
  • Ease of use (23)
    8.8 8.8 from 23 reviewers
  • Performance (19)
    7.7 7.7 from 19 reviewers
  • Reliability (3)
    7.9 7.9 from 3 reviewers
  • Overall quality (10)
    9.1 9.1 from 10 reviewers
  • Installation (5)
    8.7 8.7 from 5 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (5)
    7.9 7.9 from 5 reviewers
  • Speed performance (3)
    8.5 8.5 from 3 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

Experts:
9-10
(2)
7-8
(6)
5-6
(0)
3-4
(0)
1-2
(0)
Users:
9-10
(186)
7-8
(50)
5-6
(11)
3-4
(17)
1-2
(15)

  • Expert Reviews

  1. Overclockers Online

    Overclockers Online
    5 March 2010

    Choosing a good keyboard and mouse is one of the most difficult choices I ever make and in so being I rarely switch my input devices. Using the MX5500 Revolution has made me quickly forget my old trusty mouse and keyboard. Read more

    • Good response and range, Rechargeable mouse, Long battery life, Customizable functions
    • I wish the LCD was more customizable, Some tweaking required for some games

  2. ExtremeTech

    ExtremeTech
    8.0/10
    25 January 2008

    You're paying top dollar for some top-notch peripherals. Just be sure that its features will be used; otherwise you can spend half the amount for an average combo. Read more

    • Two solid input devices; comfy keyboard with an LCD screen and extra controls; MX Mouse a solid contender with extra buttons and a superb scroll wheel; SetPoint software always a pleasure to work with.
    • High price tag; LCD doesn't have many options available through the software; MX Mouse bodes a slow dpi, polling rate.

  3. PC Magazine

    PC Magazine
    8.0/10
    3 February 2004

    If the Logitech diNovo Media Desktop costs more clams than you want to shell out, check out the Logitech Cordless Desktop MX for Bluetooth. Read more

  4. Maximum CPU

    Maximum CPU
    6 March 2009

    Product: Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution Manufacturer: Logitech MSRP: $169.99 Find Lowest Price @ PriceGrabber Author: Garret Date: March 6, 2009 Bluetooth wireless mouse and keyboard combinations are becoming Read more

  5. PC Pro

    PC Pro
    6.7/10
    17 June 2008

    The keyboard in this set isn't what you would call compact or subtle. With a built-in wristrest and a glossy bump above the keys housing an LCD screen, it takes up far more room than a traditional 105-key model. Read more

  6. Hardware Pacers

    9.5/10
    28 January 2004

    This is a near perfect mouse and keyboard combination. The mouse is rechargeable and has Bluetooth technology. The keyboard and the mouse have buttons that could never be thought of being on a mouse or keyboard. Read more

    • Stylish, Cordless, USB compatible, Multimedia buttons and functions are very nicely designed, Changing volume by a dial, Palm Rest detachable, Customizable Keyboard and mouse buttons, Rechargeable (mouse), INav wheel...
    • Keyboard doesn't contain a sleep button, Mouse not for left hand users, Expensive

  7. TrustedReviews

    TrustedReviews
    22 April 2008

    As long as you want a set for serious work, not serious play, the Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution is probably as close to revolutionary as you can get. Read more

  8. PCRules.com

    9.0/10
    21 January 2008

    The mouse included in the package is Logitech’s MX 900 which is a Bluetooth version of it wired MX 500 cousin. Again the mouse is jam packed with additional buttons to play with. Read more

  9. InsideHW

    InsideHW
    1 February 2008

    Keyboard and mouse can achieve full functionality only through software provided by Logitech (SetPoint and Desktop Messenger). We must emphasize that thanks to this software, mouse gets more functions than keyboard. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Quality Product

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Jeffrey Jack, Amazon
    6 July 2010 See Product at Amazon ($94.99)

    The keyboard is very comfortable to use and has a nice "quality" feel to it. I've been using it for 10 months now and the keyboard is still on the original batteries. Read more or see product

  2. MX 5500

    10/10
    Reviewer: JamesH, reviews.pcconnectionexpress.com
    3 weeks ago

    Best keyboard and mouse money can buy. you can even use the bluetooth adapter to connect stuff like your cell phone. i save $70 dollars as compared to best buy. Read more

    • battery life
    • no backlight

  3. "Fantastic media/work mouse. Sub par gaming mouse."

    CNET
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: erikcullx, CNET
    6 December 2011

    If you're like me and do a lot of media tasks, are a student/employed and use the microsoft suite and calculator functions frequently then this is a perfect combo for you! In that sense I would give it 5/5 stars. Read more

    • -Excellent hotkey setup for media and work or school -Keyboard feels smooth and natural to type on -The built in keyboard calculator is insanely handy -Mouse is very ergonomic and the buttons are positioned well -Charging ...
    • -If you are looking for a pure gaming combo I would look elsewhere -Bought this for casual-medium gaming and was disappointed as the additional mouse buttons aren't picked up in the games I play -Dual mouse wheels take som...

  4. Many good features; but it is Bluetoot

    ABT Electronics
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Greybeard Dave, ABT Electronics
    7 August 2009

    Sometimes it is a bear to get it connected. I noticed that there are alternatives to the Logictech keyboard/mouse combo for much fewer $ that are probably just as good. Read more

    • Durable, Ergonomic, Versatile
    • Slow Connection

  5. Great Keyboard+Mouse (at 15 feet away!)

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: bellhead, J&R
    5 February 2010

    Great feeling keyboard, very silky key stroke, much better than last generation Logitech combo. Bluetooth connection works perfectly from my machine which is 15 feet away from me. Setup was easy. Read more

    • Durable, Easy Connectivity, Ergonomic, Fast Connection, Versatile

  6. bluetooth mouse and keyboard

    PC Connection
    10/10
    Reviewer: popshooter, PC Connection
    30 March 2010

    Works extremely well at distances up to 30+ feet. Like the programmable features on the mouse. I am using them for a computer hooked up to a 55" TV across the room. Read more

    • build quality , compatibility , design , easy to install , easy to use , features , image quality , performs well
    • expensive

  7. THE BEST KEYBOARD AND MOUSE EVER!!!

    10/10
    Reviewer: JW, staples.com
    1 February 2011

    THIS KEYBOARD/MOUSE ACTUALLY HAS FEATURES YOU WILL USE! I LOVE THE BUILT-IN CALCULATOR AND THE SMART KEYS THAT ARE ALL PRE-PROGRAMMED INCLUDING ON THE MOUSE. Read more

    • Durable, Easy Connectivity, Ergonomic, Fast Connection, Versatile

  8. Best wireless desktop I have ever owned

    Hewlett-Packard
    10/10
    Reviewer: Jeromy, Hewlett-Packard
    14 January 2011

    I purchased this bluetooth desktop as I was moving and was going to need wireless because my computer is hooked up to my tv, and so I went with this one and have had it for about 4 months now and love it, the keyboard Read more

  9. Outstanding Product

    Logitech
    10/10
    Reviewer: ROTiree, Logitech
    26 April 2011

    I bought this because my Logitech 5000 mouse/kb combo developed problems... switch-bounce on the mouse meant I often got double-clicks instead of singles and the kb kept losing its connection. Read more

  10. The best keyboard and mouse combo

    PriceGrabber
    10/10
    Reviewer: manng85, PriceGrabber
    15 April 2008

    This is probably the best combo I ever have from Logitech. The manual is easy to read and understand, I didn't have to spend much time to set it up. Read more

    • - Bluetooth connection (no lag at all!) - Plug and Play (not much to setup) - Displays song you are playing. - Displays "you got mail message" - Displays temperature
    • - Center mouse button not very sensitive. - Display is hard to see in low light environment.

  • WikiFreak Description

Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution is a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse combo. Both support connectivity to Windows XP or Windows Vista through USB Bluetooth with a wireless range of about 30 feet.

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution keyboard is powered by 4 AA Alkaline batteries that are included in the standard package while the mouse comes with integrated Li-ion rechargeable batteries as well as a rapid charging dock.…

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Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution is a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse combo. Both support connectivity to Windows XP or Windows Vista through USB Bluetooth with a wireless range of about 30 feet.

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution keyboard is powered by 4 AA Alkaline batteries that are included in the standard package while the mouse comes with integrated Li-ion rechargeable batteries as well as a rapid charging dock. The mouse takes about 2 hours to fully charge and can last about 14 days of regular usage.

Keyboard

The keyboard of the Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution features integrated soft touch surfaces for wrist and palm support. It also comes with an LCD screen that measures 2.95 x .79 inches. This screen allows its users to view the current date, time, and room temperature. It also acts as a display for the calculator, media player, and email application. The display also acts as a notifier in case Bluetooth connection is lost.

Apart from the standard QWERTY keys, the keyboard features a host of function keys. At the top of the keyboard are the small Fn keys arranged in a row. To the right of that row are the calculator and sleep buttons. Multimedia keys are located at the right side of the keyboard where the Zoom In and Out buttons as well as the Flip3D button can be found. The multimedia keys can be programmed to have secondary functions when used with the FN key. Vista-specific keys can also be found at the lower right portion of the keyboard. These include Media Center, Photo Gallery, and Gadgets.

Mouse

The Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution comes with a sculpted wireless mouse for right hand usage. It has a MicroGear tilt wheel for scrolling through documents and pages. At the bottom of the scroll wheel is a search button. There is also an additional wheel to be accessed using the thumb. This wheel switches applications through Vista Flip3D. Those using XP can use this wheel for task switching.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

  • Premium rechargeable laser mouse The MX™ Revolution mouse features a motorized, smart scroll wheel and rapid-charging rechargeability. Learn more.
  • Dynamic keyboard display With the integrated LCD, you can play music, use the calculator, receive incoming message notifications, check the time and date, and more.
  • Bluetooth® 2.0 technology You’ll enjoy a reliable wireless connection from up to 30 feet with virtually no interference. And it’s pre-configured, so you’l…

Specifications

  • System Requirements
    Windows® XP or Windows Vista® or Windows® 7 USB port CD-ROM drive
  • Warranty Information
    3-year limited hardware warranty
  • Package Contents
    Logitech® Bluetooth® MX™ Keyboard Logitech® Bluetooth® MX™ Revolution Laser Mouse USB Bluetooth® mini-receiver (can be used as Bluetooth® hub) 4 AA alkaline batteries CD with software, comfort guidelines, and help center Quick-Start guide

Release Date

  • First seen
    7 January 2008

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  • What are the dimensions of the keyboard?

    Especially at the back of the display. Reason,the display looks kinda high and I've got a desk with a slide under platform for the keyboard, so I'd like to know if it will slide under comfortably without any problems. THANKS!!!

    Answered by KristoferB 2008-09-04:

    Keyboard Width 19.88 in. Keyboard Depth 10.12 in. Keyboard Height 3.86 in. Keyboard Weight 4.3 lb.

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