The Magic Mouse, produced by Apple, is a wireless mouse that is known for its sleek design and advanced features. However, its high price tag has left many questioning whether or not it is worth the cost. One of the main selling points of the Magic Mouse is its touch-sensitive surface, which allows users to easily swipe, scroll, and navigate through their computer. This feature is praised for its smooth and responsive performance, making tasks such as web browsing and photo editing more efficient and enjoyable. The design of the Magic Mouse also sets it apart, with its minimalist style and sleek, aluminum finish. However, the high price of the Magic Mouse may be a deterrent for some potential buyers.
I’m a laugh-er. I come from a family of laugh-ers and joke tellers and there's nothing that energizes me more than going to Grandma's house , eating a big dinner with my family and laughing our heads off. I'm a big laugh-er in both meatspace and via chat. My laugh isn't particularly dignified — I sound a bit witch-like and these days I find myself snorting (SNORTING!) watching teevee. Fortunately (?) few people have to suffer through my open-mouthed vulgar guffaws because most of my communications are text based now. I throw in a tee-hee. haha. hahahahahha. alkdjflakjdflakjsflkasldfasldkfjalskdfas. lololololololol. lol on occasion. The classic, 😂 and it’s louder counterpart, 🤣. For those moments when I'm feeling a particular meme or video very deeply, 💀. All of these are valid — I throw them in instinctively, uncontrollably. Despite a number of ways to express laughter online there appears to be some laughs that are more common than others: two of the top five most frequently used emoji are about laughing: Tears of Joy (😂) and Rolling On The Floor Laughing (🤣) and they represent 13% of ALL emoji use 🤯 . (It doesn't hurt that Rolling On The Floor Laughing (🤣) sits next to Tears of Joy on your keyboard 😉)
I come from a family of laugh-ers and joke tellers and there s nothing that energizes me more than going to Grandma s house , eating a big dinner with my family and laughing our heads off. I come from a family of laugh-ers and joke tellers and there s nothing that energizes me more than going to Grandma s house , eating a big dinner with my family and laughing our heads off.
However, the high price of the Magic Mouse may be a deterrent for some potential buyers. Comparable wireless mice can be found at a much lower cost, which begs the question of whether the additional features and design of the Magic Mouse justify the added expense. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the connectivity and battery life of the Magic Mouse, raising concerns about its reliability.
cachinnate
I have a CD from the mid-1990s of the Tufts Beelzebubs, the all-male a cappella group from Tufts University (where I went to grad school); it has a number of excellent renditions of popular songs (one of my favourites is Pink Floyd’s “Hey You”). Among those songs is Paul Simon’s “Late in the Evening.”
If you’re familiar with that song, you’ll remember the line “There was music coming from the room next door, And my mother laughed the way some ladies do.” Well, as it happens, I’ve always had a sort of idea of what that laugh might be like – a sort of pleasant closed-mouth chuckle. Other people have other ideas; Paul Simon didn’t imitate it, so it’s open to imagination. Well, guess what: one of the members of the Beelzebubs did imitate his idea of it in the recording. The sound that follows that line, in their version, is no melodius chuckle or titter. No, he cachinnates.
Cachinnates! I mean, how cack-handed! Like some cartoon witch! Most unpleasant; a fly in the ointment of an otherwise good rendition. Such cacklin’ ain’t my idea of a good performance.
From context, you probably have an idea (if you didn’t before) of what cachinnate means. You also may have a sense of how it’s pronounced (like “cack innate”). You may nonetheless have some questions about this funny-looking word.
First of all, there is no established link to cackle, though both likely have origins in imitating what they name, and some people believe there is a link between them. But lest I mislead you, cachinnate does not mean “cackle” exactly; it means “laugh loudly or immoderately” – in other words, the word’s tinny taste conveys accurately the unpleasantness of its objectionable object.
Secondly, it’s from Latin, if you weren’t sure – the ch may have led you to suspect Greek, but the Latinate ate suffix is gotten honestly, so to speak. So why the ch for /k/? Well, Latin didn’t have a k – it represented the sound with c. But later on the c came to be an affricate before /e/ and /i/, and so in order to represent /k/ an h was written after the c, which is just as they do it in Italian now.
The result, to English eyes, is of course a bit odd, though not necessarily risible. While the sound of the word echoes cackle and crack, the sight of it may bring to mind Cochin China (an old colonial name for southern Viet Nam) or perhaps not by the hair of my chinny-chin-chin (a phrase that may be accompanied with cachinnation, but that is of course followed by huffing and puffing and, ideally, blowing the house down). And of course both sight and sound have a taste of tinny, as mentioned, the sight doubly so with the two tin cans c and c.
But although the cachinnation in the Bubs’ recording of “Late in the Evening” jars me, I suppose I ought not to be too hard on them. Cachinnation is at least a sign of a sense of humour. I will always prefer someone with an innate cache of cachinnation over an agelast.
Thanks to Elaine Phillips for suggesting cachinnation.
Ultimately, the decision on whether or not the Magic Mouse is worth the cost depends on the individual's needs and preferences. For those who value high-performance and sleek design, the Magic Mouse may be a worthwhile investment. However, for budget-conscious consumers or those who prioritize reliability, there may be more affordable options available that still offer similar functionality..
Reviews for "Is the Magic Mouse a game-changer or just another overpriced gadget?"
1. John - 2/5 rating - The magic mouse may have a sleek design, but the functionality just doesn't live up to its hefty price tag. The lack of physical buttons makes it difficult to navigate and perform certain tasks efficiently. Additionally, the mouse tends to lose connection frequently, causing frustration and disruption during work. Overall, I don't believe the magic mouse is worth the cost, as there are more affordable and reliable alternatives available in the market.
2. Sarah - 1/5 rating - As someone who values practicality and efficiency, I was highly disappointed with the magic mouse. The touch-sensitive surface may seem innovative, but it was difficult to use and lacked precision. The constant need to charge the mouse was also a major inconvenience. Furthermore, the price point for such limited functionality is simply unreasonable. I would recommend looking for other options before investing in the magic mouse.
3. Michael - 3/5 rating - While the magic mouse has a sleek and aesthetically pleasing design, the overall user experience left much to be desired. The lack of ergonomic support made it uncomfortable to use for extended periods, leading to wrist strain. The touch-sensitive surface also posed challenges in terms of responsiveness and accuracy. Considering the high price, I expected a more seamless and user-friendly experience. Overall, I wouldn't recommend the magic mouse unless style is a top priority over functionality.