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Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac: The Ultimate Productivity Mouse Review (2026)

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There is one thing that Mac users will immediately recognize, the MagSpeed scroll wheel, which utilizes a technology that enables its mode of operation to be adjusted according to usage.Input Devices

  • Ratchet mode: The technology allows for precise movement, making it excellent for browsing, selecting images, and viewing code.

  • Free-spin mode: The user can switch to this mode by rapidly moving the wheel. Users can scroll down a thousand lines of spreadsheet data in a second using this mode.

  • SmartShift: In this mode, the scroll wheel automatically changes between ratchet and free-spin mode according to the scrolling speed. The user does not have to press any button to activate the mode.

For people who frequently use programs such as Numbers, Excel, and large Notion databases, the MagSpeed scroll wheel alone justifies the purchase of the Magic Mouse. The user cannot do without this feature after two weeks of using it.

Horizontal Thumb Wheel

Small horizontal wheels are found just below the thumb button. For Macs, there are a number of actions that one can perform using the small horizontal wheel.Mac OS

One can use the small horizontal wheel for scrubbing timelines on Final Cut Pro and DaVinci Resolve software.

The small horizontal wheel comes in handy when it comes to various programmes.

For instance, one can use the small horizontal wheel for zooming in programmes like Figma, Sketch, and Affinity Designer.

The small horizontal wheel is also useful in tab switching in Safari and Arc.

One can use the small horizontal wheel to control the brush size in Photoshop and Procreate Dreams programmes.

Quiet Clicks: The Underrated Upgrade

The letter ā€œSā€ in 3S stands for silent. According to Logitech, the sound produced by clicking is significantly reduced compared to the MX Master 3. It is reported to be 90% quieter. Indeed, when using the mouse, one can feel that the sound produced by clicking is greatly reduced. In situations where one works from home in a confined space, records his/her voice, or sits in an office working with other people, there is no sound produced by the mouse. Software Utilities

One will still feel that he/she clicks the mouse; however, there will be no sound produced. This feature is vital for people producing podcasts and videos to upload on YouTube as well as those attending online classes or meetings on Zoom after midnight.

Performance: 8,000 DPI Darkfield Tracking

The Darkfield 8K sensor is another product feature that does not receive sufficient consideration when mentioning the 3S generation. The Darkfield 8K sensor functions well in almost any environment. Therefore, you can apply the Darkfield 8K sensor to such surfaces as glass tables. Glass tables usually cause complications for mice.

Tracking with the Darkfield 8K sensor becomes accurate in such conditions. The Darkfield 8K sensor is especially convenient for people who have Mac PCs and work stations with glass tabletops. You will not have to buy and install a mousepad if the Darkfield 8K sensor is installed in your computer. It provides you with convenience when working with a computer.

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