Here’s Why You Need A Multi-Device Bluetooth Mouse

November 5, 2020 Off By Naveen Victor

Most of us have two essential devices at our work desks, a PC/laptop and a smartphone. Our computers enable us to effectively complete work related tasks but our smartphones are used as the primary mode of communication with the people around us. However, juggling between the two, throughout an entire work day isn’t conducive to your daily productivity.

That’s where a multi-device Bluetooth mouse like the Logitech M585 comes in handy. It has the ability to pair with multiple devices, then toggle between them through the use of a centre mounted button. However, this function is limited to just two paired devices for this particular model.

The major advantage Bluetooth mice have over their wireless counterparts, is the absence of a USB dongle. A Bluetooth mouse is able to connect instantly with any device with Bluetooth pairing ability. A wireless mouse however, requires the help of a USB dongle to act as a receiver of its signals, which are then communicated to a PC/device.

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As such, a Bluetooth mouse negates the need for extra dongles or USB hubs. And with something like the M585, you can easily switch connections between your PC and Android smartphone. This allows you to switch between checking your Facebook feed on your phone to inputting numbers on your PC’s Excel spreadsheet, in an instant.

The pairing process is as simple as connecting a pair of wireless headphones to your device. Once the setup is complete, you won’t have to worry about reconnections or faulty USB slots ever again. If you’re still using a generic wireless muse at work, it’s time for a change.

Since Android devices enable trusted devices to bypass the authentication screen, the instant that your Bluetooth mouse connects with your smartphone, a single mouse tap will take you to your homescreen. This way, you can seamlessly check your messages and social media feeds with a single click, then reconnect with your PC to continue with the ‘9 to 5 grind’.

A gadget like the M585 is a must have for people who have to juggle between multiple devices at once. It takes the tedium out of having to pick up your phone to unlock it with your fingerprint or Face, each time you’d like to check something.