Apple ‘Working’ on Redesigned Magic Mouse With a Long-Awaited ‘Fix’

Apple is reportedly working on a redesigned Magic Mouse that will address some “longstanding complaints” BloombergMark Gurman.

in his Power on communication Today, Gurman said that Apple has been working on a “complete revamp” of the Magic Mouse in recent months, with a design that is “more relevant for the modern era.” However, he doesn’t expect the new Magic Mouse to be released “in the next 12 to 18 months,” so it sounds like the accessory will launch as early as mid-2026.

Although the magic mouse Switch from Lightning to USB-C A few months ago, the charging port was still at the bottom of the mousewhich prevents it from being used while charging. This is only a minor inconvenience, as charging the mouse is a quick and infrequent process, but it sounds like Apple will eventually relocate the port.

“Apple is looking to create something more relevant while addressing long-standing complaints — including, yes, the charging port issue,” Gurman said.

He also suggested that the next generation Magic Mouse will be more ergonomic and comfortable to use.

While no specific design details have been revealed for the next Magic Mouse, Apple may take some inspiration from popular Mac alternatives, such as Logitech’s excellent MX Master 3S. This mouse features an ergonomic design with a thumb rest, front USB-C charging port, precision tracking, two scroll wheels, and more.

The Magic Mouse’s overall look hasn’t changed much since 2009, so a redesign has been a long time coming. Notable changes over the years include the mouse switching from AA batteries to built-in rechargeable batteries in 2015, new color options for the iMac in 2021, and this year’s switch from Lightning to USB-C. Overall, the Magic Mouse hasn’t received much attention from Apple over the past decade.

Will the next generation Magic Mouse be more expensive? Gurman has not disclosed the incident. The current model sells for $79 standalone in the United States, with no additional charge when purchasing an iMac or Mac Pro.