Jan 20, 2009 22:25
A couple of years ago I bought a nice Logitech wireless mouse and keyboard. In the past my mouse and keyboard usually die due to the cords going bad. Despite that I was hesitant to buy into what must surely be a battery sink, however the battery issue never materialized. In fact the batteries last a long time despite the almost constant use they get. The problem it seems is that without a cord to wear out the devices were left to wear out something else, in my case the left mouse button has almost no play in it anymore and the delete, shift and maybe another key or two are starting to not respond. Not sticking just not registering the first hit or two. For the first time I've worn out my keys and buttons, which really sucks since Amazon wants 62.99 for my keyboard. Locally they want 70 something. I'd go for a cheaper model but I have certain needs and standards when it comes to the mouse. I need a good DPI for doing some of the photoshop work I have to do but more importantly the mouse must be comfortable in my left hand. So only an ambidextrous mouse will do. Not a left handed mouse since I've long since learned to use the mouse in left hand but not to reverse the buttons.
The keyboard also must be able to fit comfortably in my lap, which is the only way I know how to type anymore so none of those microsoft curved ergonomic P.O.S.es. I like a longer key action but that's really hard to find in sub 100 dollar keyboards, so I live with crappy keys.
I have the Logitech LX730 now, and I'm looking at the LX530 since it's 20 bucks cheaper. Can't find any hard data online on what's the difference between these two models. A slightly different look but nothing that explains the price difference.
Damn I hate looking for keyboards and mice, especially when the next minor computer purchase should have been another much needed hard drive.