-
13 votes
-
Wired vs. wireless mouse and keyboard?
My keyboard is breathing its last, and my mouse probably isn't far behind, so I plan to replace them. I have a K70 (cherry MX) and some expensive light-up mouse. When I bought these ~10 years ago,...
My keyboard is breathing its last, and my mouse probably isn't far behind, so I plan to replace them. I have a K70 (cherry MX) and some expensive light-up mouse.
When I bought these ~10 years ago, it seemed a truth universally acknowledged that a person who used their desktop computer "seriously" for, oh, video games, must be in want of wired peripherals—and never wireless. Supposedly wireless latency was unbearable and device batteries died quickly.
Is this still true? (Was it ever?)
If not, I'd like to try a wireless mouse and keyboard. Cable management is a hassle. My AirPods have been excellent and I don't miss the tangles of old, so I imagine I wouldn't miss these either.
My computer is a workstation which I use for documents, spreadsheets, and video conferencing. Even as a relatively fast typer, I can't imagine wireless latency would exceed the speed between keystrokes. I occasionally play co-op video games games with friends, but nothing intense.
Is there some other drawback I'm missing?
22 votes -
Tech explainer for proximity networking: essential wireless standards
6 votes -
EU paves the way for iPhones and Android devices to ditch USB-C entirely
32 votes -
HaLow Wi-Fi has now been tested at 9.9 miles — new Wi-Fi world record is a near 5X increase over previous best
23 votes -
Low/no latency wireless headphones for PC - Recommendations
I need to replace my Logitech G935s, the plastic on the top broke on me. Ideally I would replace with something with: more battery life better sound stage well built/premium feel It's very hard to...
I need to replace my Logitech G935s, the plastic on the top broke on me. Ideally I would replace with something with:
- more battery life
- better sound stage
- well built/premium feel
It's very hard to tell what is good out there - with so many options, and my concern is if I just buy any bluetooth enabled headset it will introduce audio latency which isn't something I can live with in games. But I cannot stand having a cord attached that gets all twisted up.
I'm not tied to it having an attached mic, as I can buy one separately but its a plus.
Anyone out there have any good recommendations? What does everyone else use?
19 votes -
How the Federal Communications Commission shields US cellphone companies from safety concerns
6 votes -
Wireless is a trap
31 votes -
Wireless is a trap
25 votes -
Widespread T-Mobile outages cause issues for wireless customers across the US
4 votes -
The secrets behind the runaway success of Apple’s AirPods
14 votes -
A history of vintage electronics: The Guglielmo Marconi Collection and the history of wireless communications
3 votes -
The case for fiber to the home, today: Why fiber is a superior medium for 21st century broadband
11 votes -
Apple introduces second generation AirPods, with Hey Siri, H1 audio chip, and wireless charging
14 votes -
What can I say about this 5G elixir? Try it on steaks! Cleans nylons! It's made for the home! The office! On fruits!
12 votes -
YouTube, Netflix videos found to be slowed by wireless carriers
20 votes