Yeah, those Bluetooth devices have such an allure to them. They can do magical things with stealth and invisibility, all wrapped up in a sleek form-factor that can make technology of only a few years ago look like ancient history. But the truth is that the old-school wire, like a handshake and face-to-face meeting, can go a long way to speed productivity and avoid the frustration of down-time.
If you own a laptop, you have the benefit of an integrated keyboard and trackpad. But for those iMac, Mac Mini, and Mac Pro users, losing connection to the computer via a dropped Bluetooth connection can be frustrating and time consuming.
Well, the solution is a simple one: Have an old-school USB keyboard and mouse on hand. Many times a Bluetooth device will lose connection and it will need to be reconnected or re-paired. Having a wired USB keyboard and mouse available will make this a breeze. Wendy and I always carry both with us at all times, and they have helped us and our clients on countless occasions.
If you need a spare USB wired mouse, just about any one will work. So, go ahead and check the bargain bins at Best Buy or Fry's Electronics if you'd like. Apple does still sell it's USB
Apple Mouse, too. And remember that in a pinch, even a USB keyboard from a PC can be helpful.
