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Which mouse to buy for the macbook pro
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Any should work but to me the Magic Mouse gestures are invaluable. That said a lot of people don’t like feel of it. I’d say try it and take it back within the return period if you don’t like it.
Mouse suggestions will vary wildly just because it's all about comfort and ergonomics. But I find Apple's magic mouse ergonomics are completely awful. The gestures are nice in theory, but it's too small, too flat, and that hinders my ability to even use those gestures. Your laptop will have a trackpad for gestures anyways. Eliminate that need, and a Magic Mouse is totally pointless.
My personal recommendation would be something like a Roccat Kone, although the drawback there is their software is Windows only. The mouse will still be functional, you just can't customize the buttons in OSX.
Vertical mice are supposed to be really ergonomic, but they're bigger and generally right-handed for the most part
My personal recommendation would be something like a Roccat Kone, although the drawback there is their software is Windows only. The mouse will still be functional, you just can't customize the buttons in OSX.
Vertical mice are supposed to be really ergonomic, but they're bigger and generally right-handed for the most part
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+1. For coding and scrolling (horizontally/vertically) nothing comes close. Best scrolling behaviour by a land mile.
YMMV depending in your workflow
Just about any USB or wireless mouse will work.
As for what mouse, that is highly subjective.
I hate the Magic Mouse.
I loved the wired Mighty Mouse, until the scroll ball would inevitably get dirty, and stopped working.
Honestly, I have tried all kinds of mice, cheap and expensive, wired, wireless, BT and USB transmitter. The best to me is a mid-tier Logitech with a USB transmitter.
Imo, USB transmitter > BT. I don’t like dealing with BT anymore.
Even the $10 mice at Best Buy, with various designs are nice.
As for what mouse, that is highly subjective.
I hate the Magic Mouse.
I loved the wired Mighty Mouse, until the scroll ball would inevitably get dirty, and stopped working.
Honestly, I have tried all kinds of mice, cheap and expensive, wired, wireless, BT and USB transmitter. The best to me is a mid-tier Logitech with a USB transmitter.
Imo, USB transmitter > BT. I don’t like dealing with BT anymore.
Even the $10 mice at Best Buy, with various designs are nice.
Yes! I actually got hooked on the Magic Mouse about 10 years ago when I was in school for computer science. I’ve tried several alternatives but I prefer the convenience of the scrolling and gestures over all else I guess.
MX Master 3S
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- Nice fit in the hand
- Bluetooth or usb receiver
- Hot swap between 3 devices (handy if you have an iPad or multiple computers)
- Solid construction
MX Master 3S Wireless Performance Mouse | Logitech
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As others have said, highly subjective. A pretty long career in sw development with some long days/nights/overnights on occasion gave me a pinched nerve (3 day nonstop marathon and massively non-ergonomic desk layout), and started the beginning of RSI much later causing wrist and some shoulder pain. Eventually moved to Logitech trackball marble (the one with the small ball on the side, not the weird big middle ball thing), and once adjusted to it, have been using for 15+ years in various incarnations.
Of course, while I still have some old-school wired ones that still work fine, the wireless 3+ button with scroll wheel Logitech started cheaping out on, so was burning through them every 6 months or so (usually scroll wheel dying but sometimes buttons) so moved to a Japanese clone available on Amazon which at least last a few years.
The vertical mice aren’t bad but imo the combination of wrist angling and rotation is still a problem. I’ll grab my ipad and pencil for the occasional need and program the extra buttons, and pretty much never even touch my mbp trackpad for real work. YMMV as always.
Of course, while I still have some old-school wired ones that still work fine, the wireless 3+ button with scroll wheel Logitech started cheaping out on, so was burning through them every 6 months or so (usually scroll wheel dying but sometimes buttons) so moved to a Japanese clone available on Amazon which at least last a few years.
The vertical mice aren’t bad but imo the combination of wrist angling and rotation is still a problem. I’ll grab my ipad and pencil for the occasional need and program the extra buttons, and pretty much never even touch my mbp trackpad for real work. YMMV as always.
USB Transmitter mouse will add extra bits to the sides, will have to buy a usb c to usb a adapter.
whats the back draw of using the magic mouse 2.
i have got a microsoft mid range bluetooth mouse which i think will work.
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i have got a logitech mx3 olying around for windows desktop which i will try, like the ergonomic shape.
dont like the shape of magic mouse, it wont feel as comfortable as the logitech one, but will give it a go.
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Try it and make your own decision, as it’s a very personal choice/preference. I like the Magic Mouse functionality, but in my view it is not ergonomically comfortable for long periods of use. Logitech MX Master 3 is my preference.
Objectively, whatever feels best in your hand is the best. Subjectively, I also don't care for the Magic Mouse and use the MX Master 3S.
I agree with comments on which mouse is ‘best’; it is highly subjective and individual. I just switched from Windows laptop and had been using an old Dell wired mouse, with which I was fine. I bought a Macbook Air 15”, of course it has a trackpad. The reason I need a mouse is I have a standup desk and the laptop is higher than my keyboard (bought a Magic keyboard). It’s better ergonomically this way, for me. So i need a mouse on keyboard level. I am leaning toward the Magic Mouse and think it’ll work fine, based on my prior mouse usage, but I had read online that the cable plugs into the bottom and you cannot use it while charging - which is not good. I‘m not a power user, coder, gamer, etc so I think it’ll be ok. Have you found it’s really that much of a problem? How long does it take to charge? Any other comments you may have would be appreciated? thanks! Donna
It charges very fast actually. Probably only takes 45-60 mins. I like the MM quite a bit. It's just weird that it can't be used while charging. Not a deal killer at all. Just the one complaint. If you like the look and functionality, I'd say buy one. FWIW - you can get them refurb on OWC for nice discounts.
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(*) Apple MLA02LL/A Magic Mouse 2 (Current Model) - Bluetooth Wireless Multi-Touch Optical Mouse - Silver. Click anywhere, scroll in any direction, and swipe through images on its smooth, seamless top shell. Built-in rechargeable battery. *Used, Very Good Condition*
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Great! Thank you for your feedback and the tip!! I didn’t think of OWC or refurb!! I am going to purchase their 11 port dock and will add the mouse to the order : )It charges very fast actually. Probably only takes 45-60 mins. I like the MM quite a bit. It's just weird that it can't be used while charging. Not a deal killer at all. Just the one complaint. If you like the look and functionality, I'd say buy one. FWIW - you can get them refurb on OWC for nice discounts.
Apple MLA02LL/A Magic Mouse 2 (Current Model) -... at MacSales.com
(*) Apple MLA02LL/A Magic Mouse 2 (Current Model) - Bluetooth Wireless Multi-Touch Optical Mouse - Silver. Click anywhere, scroll in any direction, and swipe through images on its smooth, seamless top shell. Built-in rechargeable battery. *Used, Very Good Condition*
Usually people just use the trackpad, only use mouse for very specific uses. I have been using MacBook for 10+ years and didn’t feel I need mouse so far.
I agree, a mouse is not necessary, but I think it comes down to how you use/set up your Macbook and how comfortable you are with a trackpad. Some people find a mouse more comfortable than a trackpad. Then there’s my situation - the laptop sits higher than the keyboard (on a standup desk) and I have to lift my hand up to use the trackpad - so I want a mouse. This is a good setup for me, ergonomically. But to each their own!! I am typing on my Ipad (with Magic keyboard) right now and using it as one would a laptop - so I get it.
And then, which mouse is best is a personal choice of which is most comfortable for your hand……….I am going with the Magic Mouse and we’ll see how it works for me! Donna
And then, which mouse is best is a personal choice of which is most comfortable for your hand……….I am going with the Magic Mouse and we’ll see how it works for me! Donna
The Trackpad is just a substitute for occasions when a mouse isn't available. I couldn't work without a mouse in particular when a monitor is hooked up.
Most people use a mouse
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I don’t have the proper “observation sample” for this but it’s not the case for most people where I live who use MacBook only (not with external monitor) - like in cafe, library, etc.
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My advice is to ditch the idea of a mouse all together. If the laptop is open and you are using the keyboard, use the trackpad. If the laptop is in clamshell mode or on a stand, use a keyboard of your choice and the Magic Trackpad.
It's been 20 years since I've used a mouse regularly with my personal machines. Once you spend some time adjusting tracking speed, learn to use control-click and option-click for secondary and tertiary clicks (there are other options here as well, two-finger click, etc.), make sure double tap to drag and tap to release is enabled, the majority of the frustration points are gone. Smart phones have normalized the majority of other useful gestures. Using a trackpad just feels more natural now.
Even with multiple displays or desktop machines, I use the trackpad or Magic Trackpad.
I don't think I've used an Apple mouse I've liked since the 1993-1998 era desktop mouse that looked like a standard PC mouse that only had one button. The Mighty Mouse wasn't bad once I turned off the side inputs.
The trackpad is just a better mousetrap (pun intended).
That said, I could see some of the trackball inputs as being very useful for a variety of tasks. My work just hasn't made me feel a need to search for something in that direction.
It's been 20 years since I've used a mouse regularly with my personal machines. Once you spend some time adjusting tracking speed, learn to use control-click and option-click for secondary and tertiary clicks (there are other options here as well, two-finger click, etc.), make sure double tap to drag and tap to release is enabled, the majority of the frustration points are gone. Smart phones have normalized the majority of other useful gestures. Using a trackpad just feels more natural now.
Even with multiple displays or desktop machines, I use the trackpad or Magic Trackpad.
I don't think I've used an Apple mouse I've liked since the 1993-1998 era desktop mouse that looked like a standard PC mouse that only had one button. The Mighty Mouse wasn't bad once I turned off the side inputs.
The trackpad is just a better mousetrap (pun intended).
That said, I could see some of the trackball inputs as being very useful for a variety of tasks. My work just hasn't made me feel a need to search for something in that direction.
I disagree. If lots of drag n dropping is involved, along with bigger (external) displays, trackpads are a pain.
As a teacher (computer science) I observe zero students without a mouse. Some write word documents or the occasional email using just the trackpad, but when it gets more involved (coding, Blender, Unreal Engine, Adobe...) a mouse is essential.
If (or when) I get into hell, I'm sure I'll have to work in Unreal using a tiny Windows trackpad only 😬
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Please don’t send me to that hell where I have to code or do much of anything with a Windows trackpad. I'm not sure I've ever used a Windows machine with a suitable trackpad. For anything other than casual use, you would see me bringing out the mouse as well.
With the reliability of Apple's trackpads, I just find it more efficient to use a couple swipes of my finger as opposed to picking up and moving the mouse when I can't get there in one swipe.