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I tried the magnetic mouse with its own folding USB-C charge cable

I tried the magnetic mouse with its own folding USB-C charge cable

  • The ESR MagMouse is a lightweight travel mouse that can stick to laptops using magnets.
  • The mouse has Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity modes, as well as its own folding USB-C charge cable.
  • The MagMouse is designed for use with the ESR magnetic laptop stand, but not compatible with all MagSafe/Qi2 accessories.
  • The mouse has a 4800dpi optical sensor and can be used with both Bluetooth and wired connections.
  • The MagMouse is priced at $36 and is currently available on Kickstarter.

Ever wanted a mouse that could easily stick to your laptop as you carry it around? I can’t say so myself – but one’s launching on Kickstarter today that seems to do the job! I’ve been testing the $36 ESR MagMouse for roughly a week now, and I’m genuinely surprised we haven’t seen anything like this before.

It’s a lightweight 75-gram (2.65 oz) travel mouse with both Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity modes, its own extremely short built-in USB-C cable for charging, and the titular magnets embedded in its frame so you can stick it to stuff. The USB-C cable folds down into its belly, and there’s a slot beneath for its 2.4GHz USB-A dongle, so it’s completely stow-and-go.

But though ESR is known for its MagSafe accessories, it’s important to know that this isn’t a MagSafe gadget, nor one that’s even magnetically compatible with all the MagSafe / Qi2 stuff. This 4800dpi optical mouse doesn’t stick to my iPhone or Samsung Galaxy, and while it does lightly stick to fridges and the metal rings designed to use with third-party magnetic gear, a rep tells me that ESR does not recommend sticking it to the rings.

Instead, the MagMouse is designed to use with ESR’s own magnetic lapto …

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Q. What is the ESR MagMouse?
A. The ESR MagMouse is a lightweight, travel mouse with Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity modes.

Q. How much does the ESR MagMouse cost?
A. The ESR MagMouse costs $36.

Q. What makes the ESR MagMouse special?
A. The ESR MagMouse has magnets embedded in its frame that allow it to stick to laptops, and a folding USB-C charge cable for easy charging.

Q. Is the ESR MagMouse compatible with MagSafe accessories?
A. No, the ESR MagMouse is not a MagSafe gadget and is not magnetically compatible with all MagSafe/Qi2 devices.

Q. Can I use the ESR MagMouse on my iPhone or Samsung Galaxy?
A. No, the ESR MagMouse does not stick to iPhones or Samsung Galaxies, but it can lightly stick to fridges and certain metal rings.

Q. What is the purpose of the 2.4GHz USB-A dongle slot?
A. The 2.4GHz USB-A dongle slot allows users to connect the mouse to their laptop via a wired connection when the Bluetooth or wireless connectivity modes are not available.

Q. How does the folding USB-C charge cable work?
A. The folding USB-C charge cable folds down into the belly of the mouse, allowing for easy charging on-the-go.

Q. Is the ESR MagMouse lightweight and portable?
A. Yes, the ESR MagMouse weighs 75 grams (2.65 oz) and is designed to be a travel-friendly option.

Q. Can I use the ESR MagMouse with other magnetic gear?
A. No, according to the manufacturer, it’s not recommended to stick the mouse to metal rings designed for third-party magnetic gear.

Q. What is the resolution of the optical sensor in the ESR MagMouse?
A. The ESR MagMouse has a 4800dpi optical sensor.