Logitech’s MX KEYS S keyboard and MX ANYWHERE 3S mouse have received an update.
Aad Munsterman and Rob Coenraads
Our elegant test models are in fashionable light gray/silver, are also in graphite black and there is a mini version in pink. The keyboard has some key customizations, such as an emoji button, a mute/unmute call key, and a dictation button for speech-to-text processing. Most important is the Smart Actions software update as part of Logitech Options+ (Mac/Windows) to automate tasks and workflows to streamline. The charging via USB-C of the built-in battery with a long operating time of up to approx. five months has not changed when the keyboard lighting is switched off. The keyboard’s operation is comfortable, whisper-quiet and it works optimally with Windows 10+, macOS 11+, ChromeOS, Linux, iPadOS 14+ and Android 9.0+. You can switch back and forth between three systems via a key; Communication is via Bluetooth or Logitech USB adapter.
The improved and compact mouse has been subtly improved, such as an improved sensor with 8000 dpi (instead of 4000 dpi) and quieter clicks of the side buttons. The mouse now also has the Smart Actions option, which allows you to sequence routine and often repeated actions and activate them via a mouse button. The small mouse is also ideal for travelling, weighs only 95 grams and lasts approximately 70 days on 1 charge. Logitech always comes up with interesting improvements, but not in such a way that you have to immediately put the previous version aside.
Product: Logitech MX KEYS S keyboard and MS ANYWHERE 3S mouse
Recommended retail price: €119.99 and €99.99
Pros:
* solid, well-functioning equipment
* lots of functionality via Options+
Negatives:
* subtle changes compared to predecessors
* price