The Apple Magic Mouse hasn’t seen significant design changes for a while, except for things like ditching AA batteries and adding a USB-C port. However, recent reports suggest that Apple plans to refresh this accessory. In his Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman reported that Apple has started working on prototypes of a more modern version of the Magic Mouse, which was first released back in 2009.
While some users adore the Magic Mouse for its gesture controls, other aspects such as its non-ergonomic design and the charging port on the bottom have been sources of complaints for years. It’s still unclear what the updated design will entail, but hopefully, these issues will finally be addressed. According to Gurman, “Apple aims to create something more contemporary and also solve the longstanding problem with the charging port.”
However, it might still be some time before we see the new Magic Mouse. Gurman notes that its release could take anywhere from a year to 18 months.
The newsletter also includes additional information about a new AirTag, which, according to rumors, Apple is preparing to launch next year. Building on his previous reports about the next-generation AirTag with a better chip and a more secure design against unauthorized access, Gurman now reports that the new tracker will feature “a new ultra-wideband chip on par with the one introduced in the iPhone 15.” This could triple its detection range with the Precision Finding feature.
Source: engadget