The article compares Logitech's MX Master 4 with Apple's Magic Mouse, highlighting the MX Master 4's new features like improved durability, quieter clicks, USB-C charging, and haptic feedback. While the MX Master 4 is technically superior and more customizable, the author prefers the Magic Mouse's intuitive touch controls and sleek design, making it a personal choice between advanced features and familiar, effortless gestures.
Despite shifting most of its products to USB-C, Apple still sells a product with a Lightning connector, making it the last holdout of its proprietary technology.
Apple's latest M4 devices have sparked debate over some of the company's puzzling design choices, such as placing the Mac mini's power button on the bottom and the Magic Mouse's charging port underneath, making it unusable while charging. Other controversial decisions include the removal of the iPhone's headphone jack, the introduction of the MacBook Touch Bar, the fragile butterfly keyboard, the buttonless iPod Shuffle, and the $700 Mac Pro wheels. These choices highlight Apple's tendency to prioritize aesthetics and innovation, sometimes at the cost of practicality.
A new "ergonomic" grip for Apple's Magic Mouse 2, available on Amazon under various brand names, adds wireless charging and a wider, raised design to the mouse, addressing its awkward and uncomfortable form factor. While the grip has some practical drawbacks, such as a weak magnet and a cheap plastic feel, it significantly improves the user experience. The author expresses surprise that after 15 years, Apple has not developed a more practical solution for the Magic Mouse, yet finds the grip to be a much-needed improvement despite its unconventional appearance.
Apple's Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad may switch from Lightning to USB-C in spring 2024, according to a rumor from Weibo user "Instant Digital." The peripherals have remained largely unchanged since their last major update in 2015, but the switch to USB-C has been widely anticipated. The new versions may address the inconvenience of the Lightning port's placement on the bottom of the Magic Mouse, which prevents it from being used while charging. Apple has been gradually transitioning to USB-C across its product lineup, and the rumored update aligns with the company's plans for several product releases in the spring.
Designer Ivan Kuleshov has created a redesigned shell for the Apple Magic Mouse that allows for upright charging through a USB-C port, addressing the infamous charging issue and enhancing its ergonomic feel. The design modification enables the mouse to be used while charging, bypassing Apple's standard charging protocol. Kuleshov's project is open-source, allowing others to modify their own Magic Mice.
Hacker Ivan Kuleshov has attempted to fix the major flaws of Apple's Magic Mouse, including its poor ergonomics and inconvenient charging port. By 3D printing a new shell for the mouse, Kuleshov was able to split it into upper and lower sections, improving the mouse's comfort and keeping the touch-sensitive top section intact. Additionally, he added a USB-C port and a TP4056-based charging module to bypass Apple's circuitry and allow for simultaneous charging and use. The project files will be made available on Kuleshov's GitHub account.
Engineer Ivan Kuleshov has hacked Apple's Magic Mouse to create an ergonomic version with improved features. The modified mouse can be charged via USB-C while in use, eliminating the inconvenience of not being able to use it while charging. Kuleshov shared the details on Twitter, showcasing the different enclosure iterations and modifications made to the mouse. He plans to share the project on his website and GitHub soon. Previous attempts to fix the Magic Mouse have been made, but this is touted as the world's first ergonomic version with no weaknesses.
Ivan Kuleshov has used 3D printing to create an ergonomic enclosure for Apple's Magic Mouse that allows for charging via USB-C while in use. The new design addresses the longstanding issue of the mouse needing to be turned upside-down to charge, making it unusable during charging. Kuleshov's enclosure maintains accurate movement while charging and has been hailed as the "world's first ergonomic Magic Mouse with no weaknesses." Despite the positive response, critics highlight the absurdity of needing to fix a design flaw in the first place.
Apple is expected to announce new versions of its Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad for the Mac at its upcoming event. The updated accessories will feature USB-C ports for charging instead of Lightning ports. The announcement may also include an updated 24-inch iMac with an M3 chip. It is unclear if there will be any design changes to the accessories beyond the switch to USB-C. The event is scheduled for October 30 at 5 p.m. Pacific Time.
Apple is set to update its Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, and Magic Keyboard with USB-C ports alongside the release of the next iMac. This follows the recent transition of the iPhone 15 and AirPods Pro 2 to USB-C. The new iMac, expected to be powered by the next-gen M3 chips, will mark the USB-C transition for Mac accessories. The standard AirPods and AirPods Pro are also likely to receive USB-C upgrades in the future.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is expected to release USB-C versions of the Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, and Magic Keyboard alongside the next iMac. The standard AirPods are likely to be updated with a USB-C charging case in 2024, while the next AirPods Max will also feature a USB-C port, with a potential update coming next year. Additionally, Gurman predicts that the MagSafe Battery Pack and MagSafe Duo Charger accessories will eventually return with USB-C ports.
