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Is there a decent bluetooth mouse, other than the Magic Mouse, out there?

I see [url= http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/product/ultrathin-touch-mouse-t631?crid=7 ]Logitech[/url] have an offering out, but looks like it might be travel sized, which I don't really want.

Note: Wireless is not really an option, as only have 2x USB ports which get used on and off as it is.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 11:34 am
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I haven't seen one, except once for a Kensington thing that kept freezing. But I like my Magic Mouse, especially with the induction battery charging thing.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 11:36 am
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I haven't got anything in particular against the MM, just don't think it did gestures that well, so seemed pointless having it.

I have the feeling it may be the only option, tho.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 11:38 am
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I have the Logitech T620 wireless touch mouse which is great to use and the batteries seem to last forever. They have a T631 Bluetooth version which might suit your requirements


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 11:46 am
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I bought one of those Logitechs and it's very much for travel, not that comfortable to use for long. I wish more would do the micro-USB charging and ability to pair to two devices though.

M557 is better, uses 2xAAs so lasts for ages.

http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/product/bluetooth-mouse-m557?crid=7

Microsoft Sculpt ones are decent if you want a "normal" mouse.

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-gb/p/sculpt-touch-mouse

Else I gladly sacrifice a USB port to use an Anywhere MX, which always "just works" even on weird surfaces, lasts ages and is just downright excellent to hold.

http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/product/anywhere-mouse-mx


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 11:49 am
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Since I use a macbook pro I would tend to go for a trackpad rather than a mouse these days - I think. That or a Magic Mouse anyway.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 12:08 pm
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i have a logitech trackpad that works ok £23 off ebay


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 12:26 pm
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I should add, I do not want a trackpad. I have one on my MBA, also just sold a Magic Trackpad. I am looking to get a mouse, to stop myself locking into the same position for too long, as having a few right shoulder issues. Orthopaedic department's physio, said getting a mouse would be helpful to counter this.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 12:28 pm
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I've just got a bt Microsoft sculpt mouse for my Mac mini.
The pseudo wheel takes a bit of getting used to, but I do like it.
I paid just less than £20 which is about right IMHO


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 12:57 pm
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Betwixt the Magic Moose and the MS Sculpt at the min.

Thinking the intergrationyness of the MM, might win out.

I paid just less than £20 which is about right IMHO

Where dat from den?

Also, how does the Windows specific button function in OSX?

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Posted : 03/12/2014 1:19 pm
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B008M6GYUY/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1417612994&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

I paid £18.95 - looks like it's gone up a bit.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 1:23 pm
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In true stw style I'll read your question and offer a completely different solution.

You could get a USB hub to extend the number of free USB slots and then you've got a world of choice of wireless mice and can actually get one that suits your needs rather than the only one thats available with bluetooth.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 1:26 pm
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In true stw style I'll read your question and offer a completely different solution.

You could get a USB hub to extend the number of free USB slots and then you've got a world of choice of wireless mice and can actually get one that suits your needs rather than the only one thats available with bluetooth.

If I had a spare usb slot for a hub, then I would just it for a mouse.

...plus I wouldn't be tied to a hub.

😛

I paid £18.95 - looks like it's gone up a bit.

Ah, you have the older model. Newer one seems to have a wheel now, and the swipey bit o the side.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 1:28 pm
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Ah, you have the older model. Newer one seems to have a wheel now, and the swipey bit o the side.

😥


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 3:20 pm
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Just ordered the NEW MS Sculpt, and a MM from Amazon. Will have a fiddle, then send back whichever one is poop.

I want to like the MM, but it looks like an ergonomic train wreck.

Plus it's £20 more.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 3:22 pm
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Are you using the USB sockets on the keyboard? They're too slow to be any use for anything else, might as well stick a receiver in there (thats what I do anyway)


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 3:26 pm
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It's for a Macbook Air. Sorry, I should have stated in the OP.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 3:29 pm
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My MM works absolutely fine with my MBA..

'chts ya prob wiv it?

Ok, so I don't do GIF's so not too sure about dexterity n'alldat, but for normal work it's bang on trend, Man.


 
Posted : 03/12/2014 3:42 pm
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Magic Mouse just turned up. Bit slim, but I reckon the gestures, plus the customisability offered via BTT, will make it a keeper.

The MS mouse, while decent, appears to have been used. So that's going back 😐


 
Posted : 04/12/2014 7:12 pm