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Mouse Lag When Connected To Bluetooth Headphones - 2022 MacBook Pro 13.3” M2

I am connecting logi Mx Master 3 via bluetooth. It works fine normally.

But when headphones are also connected and some audio is being transmitted, the mouse lags horribly to the point it is impossible to use the mouse effectively. There is no issue with audio.


Headphones tried:

  • Logitech zone wireless
  • Marshall monitor


Note: If the headphones are connected, but no audio transfer, the mouse works fine. But if you get on a call or start music, the mouse starts to lag.

MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 13.1

Posted on May 23, 2023 4:11 AM

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Posted on Dec 5, 2023 7:15 AM

No one. Why do you ask about USB devices?


Problem 100% in Bluetooth chipset.

I've already written about it: I tested it on old PC which costs $100 with 5 Bluetooth devices includes Apple magic mouse and Apple touchpad + mx5 + TV + apple pods + printer, everything works properly. But my $2000 Apple MacBook Pro can't, it's ridiculous, isn't it? It starts lagging after some random time, approx 10-50 min. And Only reboot Bluetooth helps


It's not a software bug, try to google, there are 1000 articles with this problem. I am pretty sure that it's a hardware problem, and won't be fixed

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Dec 5, 2023 7:15 AM in response to Grant Bennet-Alder

No one. Why do you ask about USB devices?


Problem 100% in Bluetooth chipset.

I've already written about it: I tested it on old PC which costs $100 with 5 Bluetooth devices includes Apple magic mouse and Apple touchpad + mx5 + TV + apple pods + printer, everything works properly. But my $2000 Apple MacBook Pro can't, it's ridiculous, isn't it? It starts lagging after some random time, approx 10-50 min. And Only reboot Bluetooth helps


It's not a software bug, try to google, there are 1000 articles with this problem. I am pretty sure that it's a hardware problem, and won't be fixed

Mar 25, 2024 12:38 AM in response to parmar_parth91

My Mac Pro M2 Pro is supper laggy when I have tried to connect 2 or more Bluetooth devices (Beat Studio buds cannot hear properly when using a mouse, the mouse would lag if using Beats Studio buds...). After an hour of chatting, and contacting Apple support then I realized that it was a "function" of the Macbook Pro. Your only choice is to use USB connections or JUST USE ONE BLUETOOTH DEVICE AT A TIME.

Aug 28, 2023 10:28 AM in response to parmar_parth91

I am having similar issues with connecting headphones and bluetooth lag. The only solution I have found is to turn off one of the bluetooth devices and turn it back on. It will resolve itself. This is getting very frustrating that I have to do this every time I have to connect my headphones.


Headphones Used:

  • Airpods Pro 2
  • Airpods Max


Keyboard/Mouse:

  • Magic Keyboard
  • Magic Trackpad
  • Magic Mouse

Aug 28, 2023 1:20 PM in response to parmar_parth91

Bluetooth uses the same spectrum as 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.

it is also subject to USB-3 generated interference:



Why do I have difficulty with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth devices when USB 3 devices are attached to my computer?

Some USB 3 devices can generate radio frequency interference that can cause Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices operating in the 2.4GHz band to have issues communicating with your computer. Here are some tips to avoid this issue:

• If your USB device has a cable long enough that you can move the device, place it away from your Mac—and make sure not to place it behind your Mac, or near the hinge of its display. The antennas for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are located there, and USB 3 devices placed there might interfere with your wireless connections.

• If you're using adapters or dongles on a Mac computer with Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, plug them into the front port on the left side of your Mac, or into the ports on the right side (if your computer has them). These ports are the farthest away from the antennas, making interference less likely.

• To avoid interference on the 2.4GHz band using Wi-Fi, try using the 5GHz band instead. You can change this on your wireless base station. Bluetooth always uses 2.4GHz, so this alternative isn't available for Bluetooth.

from:

About USB on Mac computers - Apple Support

Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference

Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference - Apple Support


May 24, 2023 2:11 PM in response to parmar_parth91

Hey there parmar_parth91,


Thanks so much for using Apple Support Communities.


For this particular issue, we want to recommend a couple of basic troubleshooting steps that have a solid track record of resolving this type of issue. We would recommend trying these steps and testing the issue after each one:



If the issue continues to occur after rebooting and updating, another good step to test is booting your Mac into Safe Mode. Once you boot into Safe Mode, you can test the issue out and see how your Mac performs. If the issue stops occurring in Safe Mode, you can then reboot your Mac and test the issue again to see if it may be resolved. This article has some more information: Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple Support


We hope that this information is helpful.


​Have a great day!

Dec 5, 2023 7:29 AM in response to lutogin

The 2.4 GHz spectrum used for Wi-Fi is also used (somewhat differently) by Bluetooth. Bluetooth usually dodges congestion there by using frequency hopping, rapidly cycling through the channels.


Microwave ovens, baby monitions, and landline cordless phone systems contribute more noise.' Internet of Things' devices, wireless speakers, wireless headphones, and other stuff adds even more.


The radio frequency interference generated by badly shielded USB-3 devices also contributes to the noise in that part of the spectrum.


Problems like yours are NOT likely to be caused by defects in the chips used. They will vary widely by how much other "stuff" is in your 2.4 GHz band of your specific 'network neighborhood'.


If you can't get the mouse to work while the wireless headphones are working, consider switching to wired headphones to reduce the number of competing devices.

Mar 25, 2024 8:02 AM in response to phantu283

<<. I realized that it was a "function" of the Macbook Pro. >>


As I have indicated above, I disagree.


[in my opinion] It is a function of congestion and interference is YOUR "Network neighborhood". You are sharing this same small slice of the radio airwaves with all your neighbors 2.4 GHz band Routers, internet of things devices, Microwave ovens, baby monitors, badly-shielded USB devices and cables, and possibly badly-shielded stand-lone displays as well. If your network neighborhood is full of signals, Bluetooth devices can't work the way you want them to.

Mouse Lag When Connected To Bluetooth Headphones - 2022 MacBook Pro 13.3” M2

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