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Logitech MX Air

 

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  • User Score (249)
    8.3 8.3 from 249 reviewers
  • Expert Score (16)
    8.0 8.0 from 16 reviewers
  • Value for money (13)
    6.0 6.0 from 13 reviewers
  • Features (11)
    8.7 8.7 from 11 reviewers
  • Ease of use (8)
    8.6 8.6 from 8 reviewers
  • Performance (2)
    7.4 7.4 from 2 reviewers
  • Durability (2)
    7.3 7.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Overall quality (6)
    8.2 8.2 from 6 reviewers
  • Looks (2)
    8.2 8.2 from 2 reviewers
  • Installation (4)
    8.6 8.6 from 4 reviewers
  • Usability (2)
    8.2 8.2 from 2 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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7-8
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3-4
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Users:
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3-4
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. PC Magazine

    PC Magazine
    9.0/10
    12 July 2007

    Logitech's MX Air is undoubtedly one of the best mice ever designed. If you must have the best, this is it: It's a pleasure to use both on the desk and in the air. But it's also the most expensive mouse that's not covered in gold or diamonds. Read more

    • Excellent design and ergonomics. Near-flawless implementation both on the desk and in the air.
    • Pricey. Slight delay in "takeoff" from desk to air. Concept begs for more software. No Mac support.

  2. Digitaltrends

    Digitaltrends
    8.5/10
    15 July 2007

    If Michael Jordan were to choose a mouse, the Logitech MX Air would certainly be it. This is the HTPC controller you have been waiting for. Read more

    • Innovative design; great for HTPC use
    • Not good for desktop-only use; lacks side buttons or middle-click functionality; expensive

  3. Wired

    Wired
    26 May 2008

    The MX Air soars onto the scene as arguably the coolest mouse in the history of the universe. Its dual use design allows it to function on flat surfaces like a regular mouse, or wielded in the air like a remote. Well, a remote that can sense gestures and zap input from up to 30 feet away. Artfully designed, its customizable buttons are translucent and glow soft amber – a nice compliment to the mirror black finish. Read more

    • Sleek, futuristic styling melds with home theatre décor. Airborne gestures can change volume levels and go back and forward through tracks. Trés chic virtual scroll wh...
    • One of the priciest mice on the market. A flip of the wrist to move web pages forward and back when surfing the Interwebs would be great, but these gestures only work ...

  4. TheTechLounge

    TheTechLounge
    9 June 2008

    So, is there a valid reason to go out and buy this mouse that has been available for almost a year now? Judging by current pricing, which is barely $20 less than its initial MSRP, there is still some demand for this uber wireless mouse. Naturally, HTPC users should be flocking to this technology. With custom settings and volume and play/pause buttons, MX Air is aimed directly at the home media market. Read more

    • Excellent HTPC features, Well-executed gyroscopic controls, Long battery life
    • Pricey, Not the best gaming mouse

  5. DigitalVersus

    DigitalVersus
    8.0/10
    29 October 2007

    It's very attractive and practical but the very high price hurts its score. Also, we would have liked to have seen a faster sensor and buttons under the thumb. Read more

    • Design, material, originality, Can be transformed into a remote by simply lifting, Precise in ''Wiimote'' mode, 18 meter range (proven in tests), Light at 95 g. Batter...
    • Very low, No buttons under the thumb, Laser sensor but is 125 Hz and 800 dpi...

  • User Reviews

  1. Good mouse for Windows and Linux

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: R. Belanger, Amazon
    15 November 2011

    I've had it installed for an hour and am getting comfortable with it. Tried it with my Win 7 x64 PC and my 32-bit Linux laptop. My Win PC has a somewhat large screen but, to use the Air Mouse at a distance, I will either have to decrease the resolution of the monitor or get a bigger monitor. Took me a little while to figure out to install the Air Mouse Linux driver and how to use it. Read more

  2. Wonderful Mouse

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: Xak, Newegg
    16 September 2010

    I bought this 7 months ago when it was on sale for $65.00. I only really use this mouse when I watch movies, which is fine considering that I spend most of my time playing videos on my computer. That being said, the regular mouse feature of the MX Air works perfectly. Read more

    • Logitech SetPoint software makes "set up" very easy.
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  3. Not perfect but pretty good.

    PriceGrabber
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: abcguava, PriceGrabber
    27 February 2008

    It seems professional reviewers love this thing while consumers aren't too pleased. My opinion falls in the middle but more to the side of loving the innovation and being pleased with the implementation. Before buying this mouse, I used a laser mouse either on my coffee table or the sofa. Either way, my wrist would hurt after a while. So I was excited when I finally got this. Read more

    • More comfort when navigating a home theater PC from the couch; very responsive; programmable buttons; different functions based on gestures; base can be out of direct ...
    • Has somewhat of a learning curve; somewhat too "large"; some side buttons would be useful, attracts fingerprints.

  4. Sit Back and Relax with your MX Air

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Deru, Ciao
    30 August 2010

    The Logitech MX Air is a mouse from Logitech whereby you can use it in mid-air to control the mouse pointer. The mouse is gloss black with some chrome underneath (they give you a cleaning cloth). The LEDs or lights are not visible until the mouse is in use. When active, the labels glow orange, which is very elegant looking. The wireless runs at 2.4GHz so the mouse has a good range and less chance of interference. It's rechargeable so no batteries to deal with. Read more

    • Good signal range, Accurate, Stylish design, Rechargeable, Works on the desk as well
    • Shape not as good on the desk, Pricey

  5. cordless air mouse

    Comet
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: bobelo, Comet
    9 March 2009

    The product is perfect and easy to use anywhere you like. After bought it I plugged it into it's charger for couple of hours and thereafter start to use it. What make me exciting about this product is it's flexibility of use in the air like the game joysticks. Meaning even if you are on the bed simply I can hanging it on the air like a remote control and being able to move the cursor on the computer screen wherever direction I like. Read more

  • WikiFreak Description

Logitech MX Air

The Logitech MX Air is both a laser mouse that can be used on any flat surface and a gyroscopic mouse that can be used in the air. For any type of usage, it features a scroll panel that allows users to easily scroll through pages with a touch of a finger.

The MX Air’s most touted feature is its Freespace motion sensing technology. Because of this, users can control a computer’s cursor and click, scroll, and surf through mid-air hand gestures. Hand gestures can also be used to cont…

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Logitech MX Air

The Logitech MX Air is both a laser mouse that can be used on any flat surface and a gyroscopic mouse that can be used in the air. For any type of usage, it features a scroll panel that allows users to easily scroll through pages with a touch of a finger.

The MX Air’s most touted feature is its Freespace motion sensing technology. Because of this, users can control a computer’s cursor and click, scroll, and surf through mid-air hand gestures. Hand gestures can also be used to control playback, volume, and other functions of PC-based media.

The mouse, which comes in a glossy black and silver color combination, can be used with both PCs and Macs. It is compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later. When using it on Windows, users can benefit from MenuCast on-screen menus that allow them to control multimedia applications as well as web browsers. Among the supported multimedia applications that support MenuCast are Apple iTunes, Windows Media Player, RealPlayer, Rhapsody, Winamp, Intervideo WinDVD, ACDSee, Adobe Photoshop Album, Windows Photo Gallery, and Windows Picture Viewer. Web browsers that support it include Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Netscape, and Opera.

The Logitech MX Air is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery and has an operating range of 30 feet. It ships with a recharging station, a 2.4GHz wireless micro-receiver that connects through USB, an AC power cord, a Logitech SetPoint software CD, and a polishing cloth.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

  • Freespace™ motion sensing In the air, you can easily browse and play your favorite media by moving your hand. The sensor transforms your motions into responsive cursor controls. Want free info on Freespace? Click here.
  • Laser tracking Laser precision means you’ll enjoy smoother tracking on just about any surface.*Curious about cursor control? Learn more.
  • Scroll panel You’ll experience hyper-fast scrolling at the touch of a finger—on your desk or in the air. Excit…

Specifications

  • Alternative names
    MX Air Rechargeable Cordless Mouse

Release Date

  • First seen
    13 July 2007

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