Logitech’s Mouse Software Now Includes ChatGPT Support, Adds Janky ‘ai_overlay_tmp’ Directory to Users’ Home Folders
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I recently noticed a new folder in the root level of my Home directory, named ai_overlay_tmp: In preparation for a Mac Power Users episode, I've been playing with a bunch of AI software, and I assumed something I downloaded generated this folder. I deleted it, just to be frustrated when the folder reappeared on its [...]

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

  • @[email protected]OP
    7•4 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.

      • @[email protected]OP
        8•4 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.

        • @[email protected]
          4•4 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.

        • @[email protected]
          -11•4 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.

          • @[email protected]OP
            2•4 months ago

            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.

            • @[email protected]
              2•4 months ago

              If the goal is to prevent telemetry, you could use Little Snitch to blacklist all Logitech applications from being able to go online.

              • @[email protected]OP
                2•4 months ago

                That is a good idea! If all the alternatives fall short, this should be the best way forward.

      • Jesus
        2•4 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.