Logitech Cordless Desktop S 510 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Michelle Thatcher

Reviewed on: 20 September 2005

Tags: Logitech, Logitech Cordless Desktop S 510, songs, shortcut, applications

We like:

Easy setup; excellent keyboard and mouse; each device is highly programmable; attractive design

We don't like:

Media remote is unresponsive and has poor layout; mouse has few features

You might also need:

Stock up on both AA and AAA batteries

CNET UK judgement:

We like the keyboard and the mouse on the Logitech Cordless Desktop S 510, but the media remote's functionality could be improved

Full review:

The £59 Logitech Cordless Desktop S 510 set combines a mouse, a keyboard and a media remote for PC users who are as likely to play music or watch DVDs as they are to use Word. The low-profile keyboard, the well-shaped mouse and the narrow remote have a stylish black and silver look, though the remote suffers from an awkward scrollwheel and poorly placed buttons. The keyboard and the mouse however, feel good in the hand and provide enough programmability to please casual users. Still, real media enthusiasts will have better luck with the comparably priced Microsoft Remote Keyboard, while users more interested in straightforward functionality will be well served by the Logitech Cordless Desktop MX3100. Continue Reading...