Logitech diNovo Mini by Logitech
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Digital camera reviews of Logitech diNovo Mini
Digital camera Review: Brilliant design, but needs a little more flexibility
Summary: 4 Stars
I have a bluetooth adapter built into my computer, so I usually don't need the usb adapter that came with it... however, it becomes very useful when you want to use it on an older computer. My only real complaint is the lack of choices for key customization. To get around this, though, you can get a free 3rd-party application (called UberOptions)Digital camera Review: By Far The Best 'Mini' Keyboard on the market and it works with the 360!!!
Summary: 4 Stars
Before I get into the pros I'll jump right into the con (only have one) The biggest flaw of the keyboard is the click pad.It is usable but the accuracy of it is not spot on. For instance if you are in a browser and you want to close out of the browser and you navigate with the click pad sometimes the click pad will put you in the general area but not directly on target which can be a bit frustrating at times. No matter what settings you adjust or edit this is the one flaw that can not be corrected. You have to take another second to correctly place the cursor where it needs to be and even that can get tricky. If you know that going in you will be just fine.
As for the pros you can read all of the other reviews---it's small, sexy,sleek, innovative and great for HTPC setups. I'm using it alongside the Acer AspireRevo AR1600-U910H Black/White Desktop PC (Windows XP Home)I have loaded HTPC software such as XBMC, Mediaportal, and Boxee. However, Boxee seems to work the best and everything seems to work seamlessly with the dinovo mini. The clickpad and directional pad actually shine in this setting.
From here I had to test the device to see if the two big rumors were true. The first rumor was that this keyboard didn't have a scroll wheel. That rumor is true. However, the rumor that the keyboard doesn't have a scroll feature is false. If you are in a browser or any other window that has a scroll bar on the right hand side you simply need to switch the click pad to the directional pad (arrow keys with green backlighting)and HOLD the direction in which you want to scroll and voila it will automatically scroll. That way you don't miss/skip certain information as you would with the page up and and page down buttons.
The next rumor was that this device didn't work with Mac systems (which mac users found out fairly quickly it does work with mac). However, Xbox 360 users were left out in the cold. Well I'm here to let you know that the device does work with the 360 as well. Unless My 360 has special powers (which I doubt it does)you just need to stick the usb stick that comes with the keyboard into the 360 while still in pc mode and you have a remote and keyboard for your 360.
Overall, this is a great keyboard that I would recommend for anyone that has a tolerance level for a spotty touch pad. With that being said, I give this product a rating of 4 stars. I also haven't had any issues with the bluetooth losing connection or any of the other issues mentioned in other reveiws other than what I have mentioned here. Nevertheless, as with any product every user will have their own experiences. I'm just glad my experiences thus far have been good ones. Therefore, I can't wait until Logitech releases part two of this product (that is if they ever do). If not I will certainly be happy with this purchase and I suspect you will be too if you take that 'chance'. Until next time my amazon friends!
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Digital camera Review: Can't recomennd.
Summary: 2 Stars
I had the Di Novo mini and had to return it. Logitech was pretty cool about swapping me out a full size keyboard and mouse.
I used the Mini Dinovo as my primary key board mouse for my home PC for about 3 months.
The touch pad does not work on the mini DiNovo. It is useless. The "OK" (mouse left click) button and volume-down button stopped working after a month. Typing is fine for texting style messages but getting proper punctuation for longer e-mails was awkward with a combination of function and shift keys that was like playing twister with your fingers.
It does light up and is pretty. If you are going to use it just for a media pc it might be OK but if you are going to do any browsing you should get a mouse too and maybe a real key board.
Over-all the Mini DiNovo felt like a really cool product that was still in it's prototype phase.
Digital camera Review: Check One Out In Person
Summary: 3 Stars
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First, the demographics for this device are the typical teenager or college student. Sure, it looks cool and is about the size of your hand, but its size is not necessarily an advantage. It is easily charged and set up with a convenient CD package and a blue tooth USB stick.
You can text, play and watch TV/Movies from a distance (up to 30 feet), but that's if you have perfect vision. I did like the way the media-center instantly pops up and the mouse scroll is easy to work. If I want to text or write an Email, I found the keyboard to be just too small and the set-up is slightly different than a typical keyboard. If you are good at text messaging on a phone, you won't have a problem here. You can change the keyboard to be a `directional pad' or a `touch pad', which is kind of convenient.
As far as viewing anything on your television or in your stereo, you would need a direct cable connection from your PC to your entertainment center. Most people now have a mini-stereo system on their PC or a HTPC anyway. The battery life is plenty long enough and I just keep mine plugged in constantly. Like most Logitech items, the look is sleek and handsome, although the smoked plastic cover could easily be broken or cracked. I see this as a fun toy for teens or people in college or early twenties. Its interesting to see that so many modern items are getting smaller and smaller while the `boomers' group is getting older with less nimble fingers and poorer eyesight. I would inspect one in person before buying.
Digital camera Review: Clever, cute, keyboard
Summary: 5 Stars
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I like this little (slightly bigger than pocket sized keyboard). Paired with an Logitech MX Air Rechargeable Cordless Air Mouse I am totally mobile. This is perfect for the home theater.
I use this and the air mouse for presentations and classes that I teach where I don't want to be stuck in front of my laptop.
The device comes with a bluetooth dongle that's already pre-paired with it. Genius. it just makes setup that much easier.
While the keyboard is designed to be small, I find it incredibly comfortable to use. The keys are much bigger than your average blackberry, so they shouldn't really be a problem. It's backlit - which is great, and I find the touchpad fairly easy to use.
I'm using mine on Vista and it worked fine out of the box. I noticed that it's also designed to work with a PS3. I don't have a PS3, but i could see this as a HUGE selling point.