It’s never been easy to find good keyboards and mice for a MacBook that aren’t made by Apple. Until Logitech unveiled a range of peripherals specially designed for computers from the apple brand.
For a long time, Apple had almost exclusive access to high-end peripherals for its computers. But that was before Logitech unveiled its range of mice and keyboards designed specifically for the Cupertino company’s laptops. Products designed with particular attention specific to the Swiss manufacturer. So much so that they are now the benchmark for improving productivity, without skimping on comfort and design.
Discover three of Logitech’s peripheral references perfectly suited to the macOS universe:
Logitech MX Mechanical Mini: finally a mechanical keyboard for MacBook
Mechanical keyboards with an AZERTY configuration for Mac are extremely rare. Logitech has come to fill this gap in the most beautiful way. With its MX Mechanical Mini, the Swiss manufacturer delivers a keyboard that is as pretty as it is pleasant to use. And with all the macOS-specific keys.
In its Mini version, the MX Mechnical plays the card of minimalism. The compact format is first of all very pleasant to use, since your hands will not need to do the splits to simultaneously handle your keyboard and your mouse. A compactness that also allows you to simply carry your keyboard with you. Logitech also had the good idea to offer its keyboard in two sober colors dear to Apple: a light gray and a dark gray which fit perfectly into the ecosystem of the Apple brand.
But it is at the typing level that the MX Mechanical Mini has a lot to offer. It provides comfort located halfway between an office and mechanical keyboard: the stroke is short, the switches chestnuts are silent, but the feeling of feedback in the fingers so particular to mechanical keyboards is there. There are also two reclining positions. In short, it’s a superb compromise for office automation.
The MX Mechanical keyboard works wirelessly over Bluetooth, and without any noticeable latency. The Easy-Switch function also allows you to switch between three devices at the touch of a button. Enough to switch from a MacBook to an iPad in the blink of an eye. On the autonomy side, we find an endurance of about two weeks when the backlight is activated, with a USB-C port for recharging.
You can find Logitech’s MX Mechanical Mini for $159.99 on the manufacturer’s website.
Logitech Lift: goodbye hand pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the new ailment of office workers. Poor posture and a poor mouse can cause hand or wrist discomfort. Fortunately, there are now ergonomic mice capable of freeing them from this suffering. At Logitech, it’s called the Lift, and places your hand vertically on the device. A position that prevents compression of the nerve responsible for carpal tunnel syndrome.
A surprising format that does not lack comfort between the fingers. The rubber coating gives an excellent grip of the mouse. Logitech’s own SmartWheel adapts to the scrolling speed: the faster it is, the less resistance the notches apply. Finally, the buttons are extremely smooth and silent.
A comfort of use that does not come at the expense of productivity. The Logitech Lift houses three additional buttons, in addition to the traditional left, right, and wheel clicks. Buttons which, by default, take on the function of “forward” and “return”. But all of this is largely customizable from the Logi Options+ application. It is even possible to assign different functions to these buttons depending on the application you are using: web browser, video editing, etc.
Like the MX Mechanical Mini keyboard, the Logitech Lift works in Bluetooth, and benefits from Easy-Switch compatibility. It is powered by a battery, which provides a two-year autonomy according to the manufacturer.
Logitech’s Lift for Mac mouse is displayed at a price of 79.99 euros.
MX Anywhere 3: office automation in a small format
A good mouse can also be compact. As its name suggests, the Logitech MX Anywhere 3 is intended to be taken everywhere thanks to its small format. It nevertheless remains a reference mouse for office automation, which also has the advantage of being suitable for small hands.
A small size which does not prevent you from taking advantage of the SmartWheel wheel and the two additional and customizable buttons. The Mx Anywhere 3 is battery operated and offers a battery life of around two months. The USB-C port on the front has the specificity of being compatible with fast charging. A few minutes connected to a PC are enough to obtain several hours of autonomy.
The MX Anywhere 3 is available on the Logitech store for 99.99 euros.