Reviews for Apple Magic Mouse

The Magic Mouse is simply extraordinary not only in its simplicity but its function! Just like any Apple gadget it is pricey but quality.

35 of 36 people found this useful

I'd give it 4.5 stars if I could but half stars aren't an option, so five it is.

Let's get the concerns out of the way first; the plastic top scratches a bit too easily, which is an issue given the need to use it as a trackpad, and I'd like if it paired a bit faster on startup or wake-from-sleep. So take care when throwing it in a briefcase to avoid scratches; be patient when starting up.

Other than that, it is hard to fault. The slim profile is far more ergonomic than appears at first, because it means you don't have to hold or fold your hand up; and the resulting small volume means that one mouse can do the work of both "portable" and "desktop" mice. It's very easy to keep clean, because the single button does the work of everything -- trackwheel, left and right click, etc -- and can just be wiped off. The tracking is very good, so long as you either have a relatively smooth plastic or fake wood desktop or mousepad (not quite so good on old fashioned wood, unless it's well-lacquered, as the mouse can seem to stick or catch on the surface) and the click action is absolutely perfect for avoiding repetitive strain. And of course Bluetooth means no messing with plug-in transmitters (and now that computers have Bluetooth 4, less power drain as well).

19 of 21 people found this useful

At first, I was thinking if should I buy this. i am a poor highschool student who has a macbook pro.my trackpad is kinda difficult to use coz we do a lots of "click and drag" coz of our presentations. then i give it a shot (thinking that i could return this to the store and give my money back) but when i tried it, IT IS SO COMFORTABLE AND USEFUL!! i mean,i never feel any regrets for purchasing this.totally worth of money.even i used my money as my monthly allowance,its totally worth it.i can use it for a very long time,unless apple will release a new mouse that is way more better than this.but you cant ask for more for using this. APPLE never disappoint me.

60 of 62 people found this useful

I like the functionality of the Magic Mouse, but sadly the quality does not live up to Apple standards. Mine has low usage and stopped moving the cursor, but the other functions worked. When I purchased a new one, the store told me they get about 6 months life. This is poor when taking the price into consideration and comparing to other mice.

31 of 38 people found this useful

My Logitech Revolution mouse was crapping out, and saw my window to add another Apple product to my desktop. So, I reluctantly changed up my mousing workflow to try the Magic Mouse. Not only was it uncomfortable (the crisp edges dug into my fingers), but this mouse is way to prone to ghost gestures--scrolling and clicking when your hand hits the wrong place. It's going back in the box, and back to the store, and my Logitech is coming back out of the garbage. Trust me, it isn't an easy decision, but this is one thing that Apple has not mastered.

100 of 109 people found this useful

The only thing I find extremely annoying is that I have to use a mouse pad with mine because my desk is glass and the laser doesn't register the glass as a usable surface.

43 of 46 people found this useful

I've been using a mouse since they were first introduced and this is by far the most useful, fast and effective input device I've had the pleasure of using on a daily basis.

I use all of the shortcuts with the touch surface for maximum productivity on my 27" iMac, like switching between desktops, scrolling etc.

I wasn't sure if I'd like it at first (I was a dedicated user of the original Microsoft Intellipoint user) but once I saw how much time it saved me and how much more productive I could be, it was love everlasting. Been using it for over a year and anything less makes me frown.

39 of 41 people found this useful

whatever I'm trying to do just get disconnected randomly.
Works for hours, and suddenly is like dead (Disconnected - message on the screen) again is connected, again disconnected... you got it...
It is frustrating and should be a recall from Apple - looks like thousands are dealing with same issues.
Not recommended to buy!

100 of 104 people found this useful

I've had this mouse for a few years and it still works just as good as when I first bought it. Great mouse.

21 of 29 people found this useful