Oh, certainly not. As a long time Mac user, the best peripheral that Apple makes is the Magic Trackpad. That sucker is worth the premium price. There aren't really competitors. For Apple keyboards and mice, both, third party offer so much more value than Apple. One caveat: the touch scrolling on the Magic Mouse is very nice. For me, though, since I have both a trackpad and mouse, the Magic Trackpad would still be my go to for scrolling through any document. Third party mice scrollwheels won't be as good as the touch scrolling. That's for sure. Answer from danieljeyn on reddit.com
RTINGS
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Apple Magic Mouse 2 Review - RTINGS.com
December 11, 2019 - The Apple Magic Mouse 2 is a poor wireless mouse for mixed use. Its compact design is good for traveling, though it means you can only use it with a fingertip gr...
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Apple Magic Mouse 2 Review | PCMag
Apple Magic Mouse 2
The Apple Magic Mouse 2 looks and feels the same as its predecessor, and now comes with rechargeable batteries. Its minimalist design may not be comfortable for everyone, however, and the Lightning port isn't in the best location.
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r/mac on Reddit: Apple Magic Mouse 2 - review
July 22, 2020 -
Hello everyone,
TL;DR - I did not like it , returned it!
I did a lot of research on a new mouse for my new MacBook Pro , inspite of mixed reviews , went ahead and ordered a Apple Magic Mouse 2 - it is beautiful to look at and when sitting on the table it’ll make the the entire table pretty and neat. However for people who want to get things done and are used to a traditional mouse it’s a nightmare! , yes it’s Apple , works like magic and all that , but at least mine wasn’t up to the mark ; Ex-1: I was trying my luck at graphic design (affinity Designer) , the canvas wouldn’t stop at one place kept moving around because of the touch surface , really irritating, I know we can turn that off - then what’s the point of a 80$ mouse by Apple !! Ex-2 : I was a windows user for 20 years now , switched to Mac a month ago. The natural scrolling was a nightmare, if I turn that off , the ‘two finger swipe’ gesture is also reversed, which doesn’t make sense.
I have bought Apple products before, right from iPad to iPhones , never thought I’d return an Apple product, but this was so frustrating and frankly did not think it worked for me. I’m sure there are people who are of the same opinion as me or looking to buy a mouse for their Macs , I think if we are already used to a traditional mouse , apples Magic Mouse won’t be good fit.
Will have to order Logitech Mx master or something now.
Thank you for reading!
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yeah the Magic Mouse isn't a replacement for a traditional mouse, it's a mouse/trackpad hybrid, you have to hold it differently and treat it as a device between a traditional mouse and a magic trackpad while not being either, so you have to move the device like a traditional mouse while hovering your fingers over it like it's a trackpad. If you want a high quality traditional mouse that works well with MacOS, get a Logitech MX.
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I use Win and Mac all day long and at first natural scrolling was weird but now it's second nature to scroll one way on Win and the other way on Mac. I too think the Magic Mouse 2 is poo - its dpi resolution is so low that the mouse cursor is choppy as well as laggy and just a poor user experience overall. Surely they did that to extend battery life but IMO it sucks. Trackpad2 is good, but still slightly laggy. MT2 has a very smooth cursor action unlike the choppy MM2. Best pointer is the built in MacbookPro trackpad.
Macworld
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Magic Mouse 2 review: Not much has changed since 2009
October 26, 2015 - More importantly, Apple has used a different material for the runners, and says the “optimised foot design” results in “a smooth, superior glide with less resistance”; and while it’s hard to accurately compare the smoothness of our six-year-old Magic Mice – whose rails are almost uniformly gummed up with years of desk grime – with this brand-new review sample, the new material does seem significantly better at gliding around on the desk. This is also helped by the new mouse being a little lighter: 99g, compared to 109g for the Magic Mouse 1 (including batteries, of course).
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r/mac on Reddit: Should I get the Magic mouse? Or are there any better/equally great mouse in the market that is cheaper?
March 13, 2024 -
I'm a first time macbook user and I'm used to using a mouse with my laptop. Is the Magic mouse the way to go?
Thoughts?
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There’s only one good mouse, Logitech MX Master
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Oh, certainly not. As a long time Mac user, the best peripheral that Apple makes is the Magic Trackpad. That sucker is worth the premium price. There aren't really competitors. For Apple keyboards and mice, both, third party offer so much more value than Apple. One caveat: the touch scrolling on the Magic Mouse is very nice. For me, though, since I have both a trackpad and mouse, the Magic Trackpad would still be my go to for scrolling through any document. Third party mice scrollwheels won't be as good as the touch scrolling. That's for sure.
Digital Camera World
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Apple Magic Mouse 2 review: putting style before comfort | Digital Camera World
Apple Magic Mouse 2 review: putting style before comfort
Apple Magic Mouse 2 review - Looks great but is uncomfortable to use This mouse from Apple might look great, but it sure is uncomfortable to use
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Magic Mouse 2 review: rechargeable and sturdier, but is it worth the upgrade?
April 19, 2018 - But after using the Magic Mouse 2, I can say that there are some noticeable differences. First, there’s the tracking—the mouse glides more smoothly over the surface of my wooden desk.
Grey Eyes
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Should I Buy the Apple Magic Mouse 2? (Review) | Guy Counseling
August 19, 2018 - August 18, 2018 Freddy Blackmon Men's Blog, Reviews · The Apple Magic Mouse 2 is lightweight and slides across a desktop with very little friction, making it quick and responsive to use.
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Customer Reviews: Apple Magic Mouse 2 Silver MLA02LL/A - Best Buy
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review. I loved the first version of the Magic Mouse (the non rechargeable version) and love this rechargeable one even more. Unlike a traditional mouse with a scroll wheel or ball, the top three-fourths of the Magic Mouse 2 is almost like a trackpad for you to scroll horizontally, diagonally and vertically.
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Apple Magic Mouse (2022): undeniably stylish, unforgivably designed | Creative Bloq
Apple Magic Mouse (2022): undeniably stylish, unforgivably designed
The latest iteration of the Apple Magic Mouse that I'm reviewing came out in March 2022, but is basically the same as the Magic Mouse 2 that got released in 2015. We look at the beautiful yet frustrating Apple Magic Mouse, a true unique among the competition.
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Apple Magic Mouse 2 review: Mouse unable to conjure up any innovation | Macworld
Apple Magic Mouse 2 review: Mouse unable to conjure up any innovation
With a lack of input innovations, what does the future hold for the mouse on a Mac? Apple’s new
Magic Mouse 2 isn’t really that much different from the original
Magic Mouse. It has major changes that affect how the mouse moves and a new built-in battery. But there’s nothing about the Magic Mouse 2 that will make you ditch your current mouse—even if it’s an original Magic Mouse.What’s new isn’t obviousThe exterior design of the Magic Mouse 2 is almost the same as the Magic Mouse. It’s still has a white plastic sliver that rests atop an aluminum case, with no visible buttons or scroll wheel.Fl
Quora
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Is the Apple Magic Mouse 2 a good quality mouse? - Quora
Answer (1 of 19): People will tell you it is a terrible mouse. While yes, it is quite heavy and can feel quite ergonomically uncomfortable to use for some people. I have loved this mouse and in my use case it is great to use while scrubbing through timelines and it is a great mouse.The battery li...
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Apple Magic Mouse (Second-Gen) Review
April 13, 2023 - What do buyers say? Over 20,000 Amazon shoppers have rated the Magic Mouse, giving it an overall average of 4.6 out of 5 stars. And even more evidence of satisfied shoppers: Over 80 percent of reviewers give it 5 stars.
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Apple Magic Mouse 2: Analyzing its best and worst features
July 16, 2024 - The Apple Magic Mouse 2 is a polarizing device in the world of wireless mice. Loved for its seamless macOS integration and intuitive multi-touch surface, it also has notable downsides, such as its inconvenient charging design and slim profile ...
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Magic Mouse 2 Review in 2021. My Experience | by Jackson Wilkie | Medium
January 5, 2022 - However, the Magic Mouse 2 is the perfect shape for my hand and i have experienced no discomfort even after multiple hours of use.
iMore
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Magic Mouse 2 review | iMore
March 2, 2018 - The Magic Mouse 2 is identical to the original Magic Mouse in every major way but one—it now has a built-in, rechargeable, lithium-ion battery. Though you can't charge it while using it. It's not inexpensive and it's not ideal for gaming.
MacRumors
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Magic Mouse 2 and Magic Trackpad 2 unboxing and review - compared to the original versions of both | MacRumors Forums
October 18, 2015 - I realise it's only 2 minutes for a 9 hoour charge. But that two minutes a day could do damage to the cable if it's bent while charging. I will have to work out a way to charge the mouse and not damage the cable in the process. Paring the Magic Mouse 2 with my iMac was a simple as connecting it wired to the iMac and instantly it said "ready to use wirelessly".
Quora
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What is your review of Apple Magic Mouse 2? - Quora
Answer (1 of 3): Yes. It’s obviously worth it to the millions of people who buy them. I’ve written about this before on Quora: > I type for literal hours every single day, doing software development, writing emails, writing technical documentation, posting to Quora, and everything in between.