Apple Updates Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad With USB-C Ports

[MacRumors]

Alongside the new iMac, Apple announced updated versions of the Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad. The accessories are now equipped with USB-C charging ports, whereas the previous models used Lightning. Apple includes the Magic Mouse and Magic Keyboard in the box with the iMac, and the Magic Trackpad is an optional upgrade.

"Every iMac comes with a color-matched Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse or optional Magic Trackpad, all of which now feature a USB-C port, so users can charge their favorite devices with a single cable," said Apple, in a press release.

There does not appear to be any other changes to the Magic accessories beyond the switch to USB-C. Yes, that means the Magic Mouse's charging port remains located on the bottom of the mouse, as confirmed in Apple's video for the new iMac.

Some of the Magic accessories with USB-C ports are also sold separately:

• Magic Mouse in White or Black
• Magic Keyboard
• Magic Keyboard with Touch ID
• Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad in White or Black
• Magic Trackpad in White or Black

Apple also continues to sell the older Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad with a Lightning charging port, but it lacks a Touch ID button. All other Lightning-based Magic accessories appear to have been discontinued today.

The updated accessories can be ordered today.

Article Link: Apple Updates Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad With USB-C Ports

 

[abatabia]

No other changes?

 

[Jack Burton]

Let the wailing and gnashing of teeth begin

 

[tubomac]

Hey Apple! what happened? that’s real innovation! thanks a lot!

 

[zach-coleman]

Center stage!!! I’m mad that I told my friend to buy an M3 one now.

EDIT: BASE 16GB. WAR IS OVER

 

[BobMcBob]

Can we use the mouse while charging it now?

 

[VisceralRealist]

No other changes?

You bet.

Apple has perfected the art of doing the bare minimum. Also known as the AirPods Max Method. 😁

 

[justperry]

This story will be updated with more details.

No other changes?

The article Speaks for itself.

 

[julesme]

Please tell me they moved the USB-C port on the Magic Mouse.

 

[coolerkid]

Just USB-C?! Not that I'm surprised, but this combo is long overdue for a major redesign. Apple spends all their time now messing up apps that worked just fine before just for the sake of putting out a new OS update, and no time redesigning hardware that badly need to be redesigned.

 

[Scipster]

All new accessories, with the same port placement. Love it!

 

[kithytom]

lame as the next Intel

 

[justperry]

Can we use the mouse while charging it now?

You could use it before, although in an awkward position. 😎

 

[jagolden]

Alongside the new iMac, Apple announced updated versions of the Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad. The accessories are now equipped with USB-C charging ports, whereas the previous models used Lightning. Apple includes the Magic Mouse and Magic Keyboard in the box with the iMac, and the Magic Trackpad is an optional upgrade.

This story will be updated with more details.

Article Link: Apple Updates Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad With USB-C Ports

Let me fix that headline for ya.
Apple Catches Up Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad With USB-C Ports.

 

[AeroUK]

Quite a momentous day for me. I believe that if I buy these then every device I own will have a USB C port. I do wish they had moved the charging port on the mouse though...

 

[agenda893]

The Magic Mouse should have wireless charging, not USB-C.

 

[HowEver]

You could use it before, although in an awkward position. 😎

While charging?

 

[JTK Awesome]

No other changes?

another “don’t buy unless replacing something broken“ update, like APM

 

[justperry]

Location of charging port stays the same.

Just kidding, this is the old one. 🙈

 

[whoami]

Can we use the mouse while charging it now?

LMAO. Hell hasn't froze over quite yet

 

[flybass]

Please tell me they moved the USB-C port on the Magic Mouse.

This. I suppose we’re lucky that they didn’t just reveal a gold color and keep it lightning…

 

[Casshan]

Can we use the mouse while charging it now?

Why would you suggest such a dangerous situation?!! Don’t you know if you were able to use the mouse while plugged in, then many people would leave it plugged in all the time, leading to the battery not charging properly and possible resulting in an incendiary condition that could destroy everything and everyone that you love?!! Only Apple has the courage to protect their valuable source of services revenue by protecting their users in such a brave manner!

 

[turbineseaplane]

I'd forgotten that we'd lost the inverted T on these keyboards

 

[pksv]

Location of charging port stays the same.
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This is the old one, this is still lighting (as in this pic).

 

[roar08]

Hey Apple! what happened? that’s real innovation! thanks a lot!

The EU happened, the fountainhead of innovation.