T he Magic Mouse 2 is notorious for its upsidedown charging and uncomfortable design, and it’s become something of a running joke among computer users of both the Mac and PC persuasion. That might not be the case for much longer, though, as a new Apple patent has revealed how the company plans to overhaul its mouse with some fascinating new features.
The patent suggests that future versions of the Magic Mouse might include the ability to tilt the device from side to side or front to back. As well as that, Apple describes circular-shaped mice that could be rolled along their sides. In both cases, the movement might work as a new control method.
For example, these extra controls might let you perform functions “whether visibly apparent on a display screen of the computing device or not,” Apple says. Which might mean you’ll be able to adjust brightness, volume, brush sizes and more with just a quick flick of your wrist and tilt of the mouse.