Logitech diNovo Mini Black Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard

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Tiny Size, Lit Keys, Bluetooth, Cool Design, Media Center Function. Computer software is not the greatest simply because you can't configure several keys. No devoted MediaCenter Home/Start button that conforms to the MediaCenter typical. Stop - This item has a vital design flaw! The directional pad has the micro switches miss-placed underneath. You can push up or left on the edge of the dir-pad and it functions fine, but if you do the exact same edge press down or appropriate it won’t respond. A FAQ says to press more towards the center of the pad but then you risk pressing enter. Other owners please confirm in your evaluation as I have currently tested this on two devices? If this is definitely a design matters, Logitech must recall and replace and NewEgg need to not sell a device with a identified concern. *NewEgg has been good with returns.

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Tiny size, pretty very good construction, effortless to install and setup. Picks back up connection from 'sleep' mode genuinely very easily, no issues with that so far. Hardware works very properly when it wants to perform. Much more on that in the cons... The software program for Windows 7, no matter if it's 32 or 64 bit just does not work. Logitech Set Point is definitely horrible. It regularly loses half the functions of the software program and causes issues with the technique not choosing up key presses. You shed keyboard functionality half the time, causing you to have to reboot to restore it. It gets much better because you have to reinstall the software program practically each time you reboot simply because the computer software loses any keyboard/mouse assistance. Logitech has know about this issue for four months now and has carried out absolutely nothing but give the song and dance of "update your drivers, update update update. I've got the most up-to-date updates and BIOS for my mobo, most up-to-date updates for my OS (Win 7 x64), newest updates of Logitechs drivers and computer software and there is absolutely nothing else on the program so there isn't a conflict. I honestly consider this will be the final time I invest in a logitech device for very a while. As it is, I'm considering attempting to return this and finding one thing else for my HTPC. I like the diNovo but if the software program won't operate proper for it, then it's pointless for me to keep when it won't do what its suppose to.

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Excellent compact style, reliable bluetooth connection, and great mouse integration. Not comfortable for intense typing. Ought to be restricted for causual use. I would highly rcommend this device to any individual who is hunting for a compact keyboard to be applied for a media computer system.

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Its a fantastic little keyboard, and goes excellent if you have a huge library of music/movies on your HTPC - navigating by letter is so considerably easier and quicker than working with a common remote. And bluetooth gives it a a lot much better range than RF keyboards. And even although its got a bluetooth dongle, the Pc identifies it as a plain keyboard+mouse, so you can nevertheless use it in BIOS (or even DOS!). Alternatively, you can use your personal computer's own internal bluetooth (or a 3rd party dongle), but then you have to wait for the drivers to load prior to it connects. Only two minor factors: Very first of all, the BT dongle won't connect to any BT devices other than this keyboard (or a diNovo edge if you have 1 of those as well). So if you want to add bluetooth headphones, you'll still require a different normal dongle to make those perform.Second, there are no F-keys, so when initially setting up the laptop make certain you have yet another full keyboard handy just in case you have to adjust some BIOS settings, install XP RAID drivers, or whatever else. When that's all set up you won't want it once again, so its no large deal.These two cons won't even get me to take an egg off - I'm pretty confident that any individual looking to purchase this keyboard can afford Ū for a spare keyboard and Ū for a all-objective BT dongle if they will need them but don't have them already. If you use your HTPC for something other than a media center, you're superior off going with the diNovo Edge. Yeah its a full size keyboard (minus the keypad on the correct), but it will make your life a lot less difficult when undertaking other tasks.

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Backlight, lithium battery pack, compact. It is actually too major for a thumbs only keyboard. No scrolling/mouse wheel capability. Mouse pad is too small. No proper mouse button (you can emulate appropriate cliks only by with a function important modifier). High priced. This does ok for an htpc for quite basic controls... dont expect to be typing away due to the fact this is harder to type than a excellent mobile device (ie: blackberry). IMHO you need to go for something like the Zippy RF-636 (what I presently own, and retired my logitech).

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Works with Windows 7. Tiny and compact, this factor can fit in the palm of your hand. The keyboard and integrated touchpad are incredibly nice. Touchpad is a little tricky at initial but took much less than an hour to master it. Following watching a 90 minute DVD, the keyboard would not respond. The touchpad moved the mouse but everything else was frozen. Went on the internet and identified out that this and other similar difficulties with this device have been ongoing for nearly two years now. Logitech’s workaround is to open the case, get rid of and reinstall the battery, then press the connect button on the dongle. Also have to reinstall the SetPoint software program on my personal computer to get some of keyboard shortcut functions back. All of this is very inconvenient. Don’t thoughts utilizing a superior workaround to get something to operate, but this is not a great workaround. You would believe that immediately after two years Logitech could come up with something greater than “remove and reinstall the battery” every single time it locks up.I returned the device and bought an additional wireless remote, which I am incredibly pleased with.

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This is a fantastic keyboard mouse setup for an HTPC. My wife and stepdaughter have given it praise as well, compared to some of the earlier attempts. The only difficulty I have observed is that the Logitech Blue Tooth Connection Wizard comes up at boot and gives an error and will not close by itself. I will operate with Logitech on that.

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Particularly smaller form factor. Sexy. Functions on the considerably-criticized Bluetooth technologies which has a slew of technical complications. Bluetooth is supposed to function through walls - my Mini does not. The touchpad is too little to be useful and does not operate like that of a laptop. It is jumpy and too sensitive when you don't want it to be, and not sensitive sufficient when you do want it to be. The keyboard's illumination is funky... only some keys light up and others don't, and the secondary function symbols don't light up at all. Mine makes a strange humming noise while it was illuminated. Certainly not a replacement for a regular keyboard for anything much more than a 1-line text message. I bought this hoping it would be a superior replacement for my cumbersome keyboard and mouse set on my HTPC. I adore, really like, adore Logitech devices and own about 10 Logitech keyboards, mice, and so on. The Mini, was really disappointing even so and I've already begun looking for a distinct solution to manage the HTPC. Bottom line is that my old keyboard/mouse set it too massive with additional functions than I need ... and the Mini is too tiny with too couple of useful functions. I want a thing in between, and I'll bet several other Mini users will really feel the same immediately after they give it a trial run.

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i have this set up in my living room on a media center pc with a 52 inch flat screen. ive dropped it on a hardwood floor so numerous occasions and this factor continues to live. its bluetooth and effortless to use also most importantly reliable. two issues i dont like about it. the trackpad function sucks and gets worse over time. not a major deal if you just watch movies and do uncomplicated browsing. i wouldnt game with it or write a book. the othe factor i dont like is that logitech doesnt give linux assistance. if it did id be windows totally free in my living space. for the money its worth it simply because youre not gonna uncover a living space compatible devise that will outlive this.

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Tiny, sleek, sexy. Rechargeable. Replaces the function of all input devices (remote control, mouse, keyboard). Devoted media keys. Light-up keys, and lights alter color with mode (via a switch or holding the Fn key).ALL FUNCTIONS Perform flawlessly in Ubuntu 9.10 (given a ŭ generic USB dongle, the included dongle reportedly won't perform correctly). I'd like some shoulder buttons (or shoulder scrollwheel) but that's a minor gripe. The mousing is from time to time a small janky but turning the sensitivity all the way up assists, and if you use a media center like Boxee or XBMC you can get away with only making use of the arrow keys. Also a devoted appropriate-click button would be good. I'd prefer it to use rechargeable AAA's. Pricey, but this was a gift anyway.

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This keyboard is excellent for use as a remote and occasional typing on your HTPC. It is tiny enough to really feel like a remote and the buttons huge sufficient to use with my bigger hands. Its smaller size makes it harder to sort lots of stuff with it but that is what a actual keyboard is for anyway. If you want to make any BIOS adjustments you will need to have the real keyboard anyway. Preserve 1 around for this type of stuff. Overall it was worth the funds. I needed a remote that would allow me to manage my Media Center PC and nonetheless allow me to form in the occasional password or text message.

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Handy for HTPC. This unit started out good for about 6 months but went down hill right after that. I started having the exact same issue that others had noticed where it would go to sleep and you had to take away the battery and reinsert to wake it up. Now it only works intermittently and removing the battery does not always correct it. For a high dollar unit I expected much more and coming from Logitech I expected even additional than that. Granted it is more than a year old Ƒ 1ǘ years), but I have had other cordless keyboards (mostly Logitech) that have lasted a couple of years.

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1. Sleek looks.2. Idiot-proof setup.three. Works with PS3.four. Backlight keys.5. High good quality gadget by Logitech! If you own a media center and feel that you require keyboard for quick entries, this is it. But see the cons and other thoughts as nicely. 1. Battery wasn't as lengthy as expected ( it needed recharging in about 5 days). No major deal. two. If you want to connect it to Ps3 you have to take off the back cover and use a small switch, then pair it with PS3. It is somewhat of a cumbersome procedure, then to switch back to Pc you have to follow the identical procedure. It would be good if the switch was suitable on the top. three. The Plastic cover could concern some individuals that it may break and serves no purpose other than a dust cover- It would be cool if it was a sliding design instead of flipping. four. No F keys for bios5. See my Other Thoughts... I guess the actual question quite a few individuals should ask themselves is if they like the tiny design of this keyboard. A lot of like it mainly because it looks nice in a living room/ HTPC setup. But it took me while to feel comfortable making use of it, specially if I cant sort a thing quickly with out looking at it. Also one a lot more thing that I locate somewhat annoying is making use of both hands when I just will need to move the cursor over to click on a link. Nonetheless I do take pleasure in the backlit keys very a lot. If you are patient and appear about various internet sites you may find a very good deal on it. I got this for below 贎 from Logitech's web page after making use of coupons.

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Simple setup, just plugged in the wireless Bluetooth wireless stick and it was ready to go. I did not download and install the software program.Works well at a far distance.Effortless to sort with after some practice (i'm employing it now)Its 'cool' and compact.Good battery life. some of the factors mentioned in the other critiques:- Cost (although i paid 97$ for it with shipping (refurbished))- At times you need to take out and put back the battery so that the personal computer with detect it. Not genuinely a con, i don't uncover this too annoying and it doesn't happen regularly.-Ctrl and Shift buttons are switched, poor design choice.-Not an ideal product for typing lengthy papers or emails or any kind of photo/video editing. Definitely not mean't for gaming. There's a few cons, but overall i like it, and felt it deserved the 5Ǜ rating.

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1. Sleek looks.2. Idiot-proof setup.three. Works with PS3.4. Backlight keys.5. High top quality gadget by Logitech! If you own a media center and really feel that you need to have keyboard for quick entries, this is it. But see the cons and other thoughts as properly. 1. Battery wasn't as long as expected ( it required recharging in about five days). No large deal. two. If you want to connect it to Ps3 you have to take off the back cover and use a small switch, then pair it with PS3. It is somewhat of a cumbersome process, then to switch back to PC you have to follow the exact same process. It would be good if the switch was right on the best. 3. The Plastic cover may concern some individuals that it may well break and serves no objective other than a dust cover- It would be cool if it was a sliding design instead of flipping. 4. No F keys for biosfive. See my Other Thoughts... I guess the real question many people today ought to ask themselves is if they like the little style of this keyboard. Many like it because it looks nice in a living room/ HTPC setup. But it took me whilst to feel comfy using it, specially if I cant sort something swiftly without searching at it. Also one additional thing that I discover somewhat annoying is using both hands when I just will need to move the cursor over to click on a link. On the other hand I do appreciate the backlit keys incredibly considerably. If you are patient and appear about different internet websites you might discover a superior deal on it. I got this for below 贎 from Logitech's website after making use of coupons.

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Infinitely more manageable than a fullsize KB/Mouse, infinitely a lot more functional than a remote. Cool enough to wow non-technofiles all the way to super-geeks. Backlit when touched, fantastic for the duration of movies. The remote mode is wonderful for MCE and Blu-Ray playback. Mouse pad is not practically sensitive sufficient for 1080p. Can adjust in windows but then your normal mouse will be haywire. There ought to be a proper-click and esc button separately, you have to use the "fn" button in combo which is akward for those usually employed keys. I Really enjoy this thing for my HTPC. Battery life is extremely superior. Sometimes loses contact with the blu-tooth and has to be reset. KB is great for browsing but you won't want to compose an email with it. I would By no means give this up!!

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Superb concept Terrible effort. longtime standby of logitech gear. was hoping for some thing great and smaller for the living room CPU. mouse Usually started dragging a couple of minutes into use each and every time. main lag I'm talking about. and in my book the mouse is additional critical for a media center PC. distance between receiver and unit was about 4 feet. can not advise this item at all

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Simply put, I could not ask for anything superior for a media center controller, combined with the harmony one, you have ultimate stylish control. I wrote this review with it. I would not want to write essays with it, but if you are obtaining it for web browsing and multimedia. none perfectly engineered

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Quite compact, terrific remote keyboard for an HTPC. Demands a day of acquiring applied to. No function keys or scroll wheel function. Right after utilizing this keyboard with my bedroom HTPC I have come to really like it. Despite its tiny size it is incredibly functional and just takes some receiving utilized to, sort of like acquiring applied to an iPhone but less complicated. As soon as you learn to use its functions though it is enjoyable to use and can perform nearly any task. In reality I am typing this review on it.My only key complaint is the lack of anything analogous to a scrollwheel like discovered on its big brother which I also own for use in my living room.

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cute little keyboard that will get you via most (maybe all) of your requirements. 1) lack of the function keys - I'm a keyboard person. The function keys help save keystrokes and keep away from making use of the all-too delicate keypad. two) no programmable keys - once more, it'll help save some keystrokes and therefore time. 3) fairly short battery life, but I can live with that. though it's convenient to have, I'm not sure if it's worth the cash.

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Tiny, light, rechargeable battery, very good range None If you are tired of acquiring yelled at for having a full sized keyboard in your livingroom this factor is best.

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Little, rechargeable, full functionality. This thing is completely excellent for a HTPC. Barely bigger than a remote control and maintains almost all abilities of a normal keyboard. none If you strategy on chatting, writing papers, and so on, then this isn't the keyboard for you. That's not what it's created for. If you have a HTPC that you require to do some moderate looking or typing on, this factor is amazing. Nearly all the complaints are about loss of full size keyboard functions (f1-12 keys, etc) - if thats what you require/want, get a full size keyboard. This was Nicely worth the funds.

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this is one outstanding device. i am a closet tech nerd who has a strange obsession. but that is ok because i ditched my desktop pc, switched to a macbook and have not looked back. it frees up so significantly space when you can replace a desktop with a 32" lcd tv in your living room. i hooked up my macbook to my television but i needed a keyboard and mouse that i could sit on my recliner and use. typical wireless setups were way too significantly of a hassle with size and functionality. i tried using my iphone with an app called mobile air mouse or something. it was a cool thought and worked great but the only dilemma was the annoyance of switching back and forth if you utilised your phone and surf the net at the identical time. so i did far more looking and came across this gadget. i ordered it right away with hopes it would plug and play with my mac. come to come across out my macbook picked up this signal perfect away and everything is working great! all keys translate nicely. the media keys work flawlessly with itunes... a totally translated edition for mac! ...(continued from pros) the windows crucial works as the apple crucial on a mac keyboard. so easy shortcuts are easy to function with. it gets awkward if you are attempting a lengthy shortcut given that you have to hold the apple, shift, fctn, and so on. literally along with the command important. exactly where as most qwerty keyboards on phones typically use lock exactly where you don't have to hold the shortcut key. but overall amazing gadget for my htmac. plug and play out of box! go apple!!

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Wonderful layout wished it would work. 1st one DOA logitech promptly sent me a new one then it would lose signal all the time was way far more trouble than it was worth. Would work for 10 min then i would spend 2x that attempt to get it to connect once more. Attempted different dongles also nothing worked. Will anger you to the point of snapping it in half. Buy something else not worth the 150 dollars. I only paid 80 and I am really disappointed in this item i have a lot of other logitech keyboards mice and even a webcam and this is no were near any other logitech equipment i own.

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Every little thing! This is the best keyboard for travel or a media PC I presently have 2 of these and haven't had any difficulties with them .... One I leave at residence for my Tv personal computer (wireless connected to my household server for vids and music) the other 1 I have in my tech support travel bag. Software could be better