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New 'Magic Mouse 2' and Apple Wireless Keyboard With Bluetooth 4.2 Appear in FCC Filings
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Finally, with keyboard backlight perhaps. I just almost bought the wireless keyboard.i'll be waiting this one, woohoo
Exactly!!! Totally want this now! They are neglecting we desktop users...
Once you get used to binding your feet, it becomes hard to go back to big shoes. This isn't a feature; it's a detriment.
Not the biggest news, but quite interesting.
The two biggest problems I had with the Magic Mouse are
1) Replacing batteries every couple of months (and the weight of the device because of the batteries)
2) Poor ergonomics.
I tried used the Magic Mouse for awhile, but my hand started to cramp up, so I switched over to a more ergonomic gaming mouse, which solved the issue for me. But having rechargeable batteries built within the mouse and keyboard sound interesting and might help reduce the size and weight of the devices.
The two biggest problems I had with the Magic Mouse are
1) Replacing batteries every couple of months (and the weight of the device because of the batteries)
2) Poor ergonomics.
I tried used the Magic Mouse for awhile, but my hand started to cramp up, so I switched over to a more ergonomic gaming mouse, which solved the issue for me. But having rechargeable batteries built within the mouse and keyboard sound interesting and might help reduce the size and weight of the devices.
Agree. I bought the Apple rechargeable batteries when I got my keyboard and track pad. I keep the spare third set charging near the computer at all times, and I just swap them out when either the keyboard or trackpad runs out of juice. I always have a set ready to go.
Really? I hadn't noticedThe bluetooth efficiency of the new Magic Mouse will be rivaled only by its lack of ergonomics.
just get a 5$ generic logitech and you're better off.
the magic mouse is terrible to hold. (edit: and the cabled apple mouse is just terrible)
the magic mouse is terrible to hold. (edit: and the cabled apple mouse is just terrible)
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The bluetooth efficiency of the new Magic Mouse will be rivaled only by its lack of ergonomics.
Agreed, I wanted to like this mouse, but I slowly got cramps from just lifting it.
New iMac soon?
maybe. but these both are directly pointing to the new iPad (pro?) iPad (larger screen) model.
which is rumored to be making its debut in 3 weeks time.
I really hope so!
I would really like that too.
Especially with the new butterfly mechanism keys, individual key backlighting, and Force Trackpad like the new 12" Retina MacBook has:
About friggen time! I really hope they have the aluminum black keyboards like the MacBook series.
Firstly, the current magic mouse is not really magic - it uses the old red LED technology from 5+ years ago which means the mouse itself cannot work on most surfaces with patterns and when moving the mouse it feels like it dragging on multiple surfaces - will not even work on glass due to reflectivity. Hopefully the new mouse is using a blue LED or similar technology to Logitech's Darkfield, where the LED is light is invisible but works on almost any surface. Having AA batteries means its quick and easy to re-power the mouse and I am surprised they didn't switch to an internal LIPO / Li-Ion battery internally, but this would then require either / or an inductive charging or a power supply with the battery, or a small magsafe connector which has never been needed before.
As for the keyboard, it appears they have dumped the "battery tube" which makes the magic mouse more appealing for battery swapping, for say an internal battery inside the keyboard. I would have preferred they also have backlighting which can be enabled or disabled, as some people use these keyboards for more than desktop mac's. Logitech make windows keyboards which are backlit and run on one USB port - http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-920-000914-Illuminated-Keyboard-K740/dp/B001F51G16 - so no reason why Apple could not do this as well. Without the "battery tube" this means charging must be done via an AC adapter or USB or magsafe, as apple is not pushing wireless charging due to inherent issues, including charge speed.
As for the keyboard, it appears they have dumped the "battery tube" which makes the magic mouse more appealing for battery swapping, for say an internal battery inside the keyboard. I would have preferred they also have backlighting which can be enabled or disabled, as some people use these keyboards for more than desktop mac's. Logitech make windows keyboards which are backlit and run on one USB port - http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-920-000914-Illuminated-Keyboard-K740/dp/B001F51G16 - so no reason why Apple could not do this as well. Without the "battery tube" this means charging must be done via an AC adapter or USB or magsafe, as apple is not pushing wireless charging due to inherent issues, including charge speed.
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Some people have big hands. Some have small. Some have long fingers. Some short. Some are left-handed, some right.
The current Magic Mouse is perfect, because it is equally uncomfortable for all.
Apple Mice, always conceptually interesting but useless in practice compared to a Logitech one.
I have the current magic mouse and I really don't understand why people like using it. The surface is extremely frictive and doesnt feel good at all. Also the clicks are extremely loud and so is the mouse when you move it on any surface. It scratches very easily too.
I was ready to buy both, now I will wait. My batteries seem to die too quickly with the old stuff.
A charging pad would be nice.
A charging pad would be nice.