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I freed this one from its plastic prison, popped in the included battery (using the directions I saw in the video review on this site), and popped the USB dongle into the notebook. I didn't need anything fancy, just something I could use right out of the package. I doubt I will install the additional software, as the mouse already does everything I need it to, and I don't want to waste the hard drive space. I bought this mouse to go with my new Dell 10.1 Inspiron Mini. I will admit to choosing this model for the adorable Candy Stripe color, which looks adorable with my purple notebook. The computer recognized the new device instantly, and I was off and running.
Great battery life,& only 1 AA needed. Good response. I need 1 more-my wife keeps stealing mine. I have a shoe box full of mice-they all "work"-just not real well. This one does,and at a better price than most of the others. Bought the first V220 at least 2 years ago, no problems.We now have 3 of these and 4 computers.
Well, it's worth the price, but it's not exactly "bang for your buck." I think most mouses are overpriced. Do buy. There's really no reason to customize the mouse's functions since the lack of extra buttons prevent much choice. green=good, PULSATING red=low), making the software even more unnecessary.
I expected the mouse to work on almost any surface besides glass (that's what I expect laser mouses to achieve). The mouse kept losing signal and response between my laptop. However, once I got a mouse pad (I don't like using them) it performs splendidly. Try to buy it on sale, but if you can't, the mouse will perform really well for your needs. But is it worth the retail price. If you want a battery level indicator, there's one built in by way of a light indicator (awesome feature. If it had more buttons, then it may be truly worth the retail price.
Apparently it works on almost any surfaces except smooth shiny ones. The power and reset switch, battery cover eject button, and the snap-in receiver all add value to the mouse.Comfort-wise, I prefer small mice, but I think I have kind of small hands. I'm now using with my desktop on a faux-wooden surface and it also performs exceptionally. I was using it on a smooth surface, but it wasn't glass.
I was wrong. Very responsive, well-made, very long lasting battery. I find the optional software for the mouse unnecessary. So, I like the ergonomics of this mouse.Overall, it's an excellent mouse.
A little after when I first bought the mouse elsewhere for less than 1/3 the price (on sale), I was frustrated. So if your workspace is glossy or such, it'll perform badly. Most likely your OS will enable horizontal scrolling automatically.
Recommended. We just inserted the included AA battery, connected the USB receiver, and let Windows (Vista) recognize the new mouse. The Logitech V220 Cordless Optical Mouse is well made and comfortable. We bought three of these mice in different colors so everyone in the house knows which one is theirs.The mouse comes with minimal documentation and no drivers to install. The mouse options in Control Panel can be used to customize the mouse settings.Ergonomically the mouse feels good in our medium sized hands.The USB receiver is fairly large and sticks out the side of the laptop about 1.5", so if this is an issue for you I recommend Logitech V550 Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks (910-000695) which has a "Nano" USB connector.This is a fairly inexpensive mouse that works very well.
The design is pleasing aesthetically and exceedingly functional. Ironically, the somehow calming red pulse that indicates a low battery began to blink as I began this review. The scroll wheel is sturdy, reliable and satisfying, and the mouse's speed is just right. For starters, it absolutely sips power. Overall, like many Logitech products, this is a little hardworking gem. However, if past experience is any guide, I will get a couple more weeks of heavy use out of it before I have to switch out the battery.
My V220 is getting a little worn, but I fully expect it to outlast my pitiful Acer laptop, probably by years. I have had this mouse for over a year and a half, dropped it dozens of times onto concrete, and have generally been amazed at its performance. I think I've changed the battery only twice since getting it. My only complaint is that the USB thingy that plugs into the computer is not flush with the rest of the bottom of the mouse when the mouse is not plugged in.
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