Here are a few you should stay away from.
Apple Magic Mouse
The Magic Mouse is a unique piece of tech.
But while these may have some utility, it seems Apple didn’t consider ergonomics for long-term users.
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Most mice are designed to let your palms rest on the gadget for more comfortable long-term use.
Another problem is that the glass-like surface of the Apple Mouse makes it vulnerable to scratches.
The Magic Mouse is not the best choice for gaming, mainly due to latency issues.
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You’ll notice a delay between your clicks and the actions in the game.
The sensor is not ideal for making rapid movements.
You also can’t simultaneously tap on the left and right buttons which some game controls require.
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The second-generation Magic Mouse is seen by many as one ofApple’s worst design decisions.
The gear brought a much-needed update to the first model of the Magic Mouse with an internal rechargeable battery.
Unfortunately, Apple decided to put the charging port directly under the mouse.
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Apple HomePod
The HomePod is Apple’s smart speaker that includes Siri and Apple Music integration.
Apple focused on the cheaper HomePod mini before bringing the larger HomePod back in 2023.
Despite this, the HomePod may still not be the best expense to take on.
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In the spirit of exclusivity, the HomePod only pairs with your iPhone and other devices via AirPlay.
There’s also no audio jack as you would find in other speakers of the same size.
Interestingly, some users complained that the first HomePod would leave marks on wooden surfaces after some time.
If you test it out.
you’ll notice the same is trueabout the second generation HomePodthough the white stain is lighter.
The final dealbreaker for the HomePod has nothing to do with the hardware but is a software issue.
Apple’s built-in voice assistant, Siri, has had ahard time keeping up with competitors.
It often mishears words and is limited in what it can do.
Apple Watch Ultra
The Apple Watch Ultrais Apple’s top-of-the-line wearable, starting at $799.
The Studio Display may deliver, performance-wise.
If price is not a problem, the Studio Display could make agreat monitor for your Mac.
Yet, the pricing strategy for most raises questions.
The webcam on the Studio Display is also disappointing, considering the premium price tag.
Apple has a unique and divisive way of doing things.
