TechRadar Verdict

A great trackpad substitute for those who regularly carry a laptop when travelling.

Pros

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'Darkfield' lens for using the mouse on any surface
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Fast, smooth and responsive
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Extra buttons for easily selecting windows or browsing the internet
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'Unifying' USB dongle allows you to connect a number of Logitech peripherals
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Compact design

Cons

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Can be uncomfortable to use for long periods of time
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No charging base
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Uses standard AA batteries

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The trackpads on netbooks and laptops can often be uncomfortable to use, especially if you use them for long periods of time.

A good solution to this is to get a separate mouse that you can use alongside your laptop. This can bring its own set of problems, however, because if you don't have a desktop, where can you use your mouse?

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Matt is TechRadar's Managing Editor for Core Tech, looking after computing and mobile technology. Having written for a number of publications such as PC Plus, PC Format, T3 and Linux Format, there's no aspect of technology that Matt isn't passionate about, especially computing and PC gaming. He’s personally reviewed and used most of the laptops in our best laptops guide - and since joining TechRadar in 2014, he's reviewed over 250 laptops and computing accessories personally.