cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/14145658

[512Pixels] Logitech’s Mouse Software Now Includes ChatGPT Support, Adds Janky ‘ai_overlay_tmp’ Directory to Users’ Home Folders

  • AusatKeyboardPremi@lemmy.worldOP
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    5 months ago

    Cross posted this as I just noticed the “feature” on my machine.

    Any suggestions for alternative software for an MX Master 3 being used with macOS.

    Buying a whole other device seems wasteful as the mouse is in flawless condition, but if you have any suggestions I can take a note of it when it is time to buy a new device.

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        5 months ago

        Well, the gestures are a primary reason I use the software.

        Without the software, the only functionality I get in macOS is scrolling, rendering the buttons and side scroll wheel useless.

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          5 months ago

          Solaar usually works well enough. Not sure if the gestures part is supported on MacOS.

          I usually avoid depending on “hardware support” software for reasons like this. Once the software is no longer supported or as seen here, introduces some dumb “feature”, it becomes annoying.

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          5 months ago

          Sounds like you have a simple decision to make, sacrifice privacy for convenience, or remove the software and use the mouse like a normal fucking mouse.

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            It would be unfortunate if the only other option is sacrificing privacy.

            Thankfully, some helpful comments have pointed out to software that are available to trial and seem to strike a balance between usability and privacy.

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        5 months ago

        To access all the extra MX mouse features that go above and beyond what a basic mouse has. MacOS supports a basic 2 button + scroll wheel mouse just fine, but the MX has other features.