01732 759725 magazine 35 WORKSPACE even in business environments with a large number of wireless devices, by using a highperformance chip with twice the power of previous models and a USB-C dongle for easy pairing. The MX Master 4 for Business also comes with a USB-C Bolt receiver (and compatibility with existing USB-A Bolt receivers), as well as remote monitoring by Logitech Sync. True to Logitech’s commitment to sustainability, the MX Master 4 is made from a minimum of 48% post-consumer recycled plastic, uses low carbon aluminium for the thumbwheel and 100% recycled cobalt (in the battery) and comes in FSC certified paper packaging. It is also easier to maintain and recycle than previous MX Master devices, requiring just one screwdriver to access the battery and replace parts, compared to up to seven separate tools, including a hair-dryer, needed to maintain an MX Master 3. The MX Master 4 costs €129.99. www.logitech.com can now be done through a button on the overlay. One of the benefits of the Logitech ecosystem is that this feature can be set up so that when the host computer for the mouse is changed, the keyboard will automatically follow. Other enhancements Based on feedback from MX Master 3 customers, Logitech has improved several other aspects of the mouse: it has made the scroll wheel smoother and increased the distance the cursor can travel to the left or right with one rotation (useful when working in Excel or editing long lines of code); it has made the gesture button more visible to encourage greater use of this under-used function that can allow users to work for longer in a more comfortable way; it has improved design aesthetics and longevity through the use of longerlasting, stain-resistant, washable materials like durable silicon on side grips and translucent edges to the key plates, giving the mouse a modern look and feel; and it has boosted reliable and secure wireless connectivity, virtual guidelines, giving the user tactile reassurance that the object is properly aligned. Actions Ring The second standout feature of the MX Master 4 is an Actions Ring enabled by Logi Options+ software – a customisable digital overlay triggered through the haptic sense panel button on the side of the mouse that pops up around the cursor, wherever it is on the screen, giving a user instant access to a choice of frequently used functions, commands and shortcuts – actions that are specific to the application being used. For advanced users, the Actions Ring is a real productivity boost, not only because it significantly reduces the distance a user has to move the cursor to select an action – Logitech says it cuts mouse movement deadtime by 63%, powering time-savings of up to 33% – but also because it helps the user to remain focused on what they are working on without the distraction of having to move the cursor across the screen to a menu bar or side bar. The Actions Ring supports another enhancement of the MX Master 4 – easy switching of the mouse to another computer, which Powered by light Logitech’s new keyboards, the Signature Slim Solar+ K980 and Signature Slim Solar+ K980 for Business, advance the notion that technology should be so friction-free that it disappears into the background and just works, allowing users to focus completely on the task in hand. They achieve this through Logitech’s proprietary Logi LightCharge technology, which permanently removes any concern a user might have about charging a wireless keyboard (and associated cable clutter) by automatically charging the keyboard from natural or artificial light sources. In addition to a strip of solar and light absorption cells that convert sunlight/indoor light into energy, Logi LightCharge uses a combination of smart power management and a durable rechargeable battery designed to last for 10 years. This is so efficient that the keyboard will remain powered for up to four months even if used in complete darkness. The Signature Slim Solar+ K980’s promise of uninterrupted operation and an end to physical charging is a major attraction. But it is not the only one. Other benefits include: A minimalist design that reduces visual clutter and brings a sense of order and style to any workspace; A comfortable, laptop-style typing experience, with Scissor-switch keys and a full-size layout and number pad; Multi-device, multi-OS compatibility that enables users to toggle seamlessly between three devices (work computer, home laptop, tablet or phone) via Easy-Switch keys; and Personalisation via the Logi Options+ App, e.g. assigning Smart Actions to automate common tasks or using the AI Launch Key to access your choice of Copilot, Gemini or ChatGPT. The Signature Slim Solar+ K980 for Business also features a Logi Bolt USB-C receiver for secure, reliable connectivity in high-density environments and remote monitoring and management via Logitech Sync. www.logitech.com
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