cross-posted from: https://discuss.tchncs.de/post/22922783
Does anyone know of a mouse that can be used wireless, with a replaceable battery and that can be connected to the PC via USB-C to recharge the battery? Obtainable in Europe.
The reasoning is that I do not want to get into the situation where I do not have a charged replacement battery at hand and am therefore unable to use the mouse.
Currently I am using a mouse without a replaceable battery which got so old that the battery only holds for 1-2 hours without being connected to the cable.
I know I could simply go with a wired mouse, however, I like the cleanliness of minimal cables on my desk. Thanks for suggestions.
Logitech G305. No cord but has a replaceable AA battery.
This is a very nice mouse. You can buy Li-Ion batteries in an AA format for those, that come with a USB-C slot. I use that setup for more than a year now and am very happy with it.
@BarHocker There are likely still mice using standard AAA batteries out there.
Yes there are but I am specifically searching for one wjth a detachable cable for charging.
@BarHocker I guess you also want to use your mouse while charging, right?
Yes, that is right.
@BarHocker If you don’t find one, as an alternative, you could buy a set of 4 rechargeable batteries and use and recharge them interchangeably, so you can always have a set of 2 spare batteries at hand when the other 2 get discharged.
You’re not going to get both a replaceable battery and a rechargeable mouse with charging cord.
You can get rechargable AA batteries that actually have a port on them. But you need to remove it to charge. Just keep a spare in your laptop bag
There actually ARE products out there that have both. E.g. “STREAM DESKTOP RECHARGE” bundle from Cherry can do both.
(Disclaimer: I work for Cherry, so I just happen tp know that product. But I am certain that there are other similar products from other brands as well.)
Unfortunately, the mouse is only sold in a keyboard/mouse bundle, but the “CHERRY STREAM DESKTOP RECHARGE” bundle might be something you would be interested in. Both keyboard and mouse have replaceable batteries and these suckers are built to last. The mouse is little bigger, so def. have something in your hand and it has super silent buttons. I especially like the type-feel of the keyboard. I am normally totally I to mechanical keyboards, but I can totally tolerate typing on it. 😉
Edit: Oh, and I forgot. You can recharge them with a USB-C cable.
(Disclaimer: I work for Cherry, but IMHO it is still a very good product for the price. )
It’s reasonably easy to replace the internal battery of many mice, which might be worth a try if your mouse is fine otherwise.
E.g. below is an example of a Logitech G Pro Wireless battery replacement. These exact tools aren’t necessary, and a replacement battery can be found for 10-20€.
https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Logitech+G+PRO+Wireless+Battery+Replacement/145490
Might be tricky to find, so if you want user replaceable batteries in a Mouse, maybe get a USB AA/AAA battery charger and use any of the many mice with AA (Or AAA) batteries. Recharge the batteries by plugging in the USB charger when they get low ?
My Logitech MX Master 3S is USB c rechargabke but not user replaceable batteries
