Magic Mouse not tracking properly

Same problem. Mouse has worked fine for several years and started acting up. Did all the recommended fixes, by accident tested it on another machine with similar results to verify it wasn't a software issue. Put in on my dark wood desktop and it worked perfectly, tried it on both a glossy black binder cover and a glossy white binder cover with a color printed page underneath the plastic slip cover of the white one, same perfect results. Makes no sense given it use to work on any surface.

I would really like to know why this problem raises its ugly head after several years of excellent service. Especially since there are no moving parts in this thing. You would think it would last forever....but then Apple couldn't sell us new stuff and pad their pockets....

I am now using my magic mouse with no problems--works like new--but have to use glossy surface....

Dust and fine particles can keep your mouse from tracking properly.

How to clean Apple products

Firstly, it is a Magic mouse that has the problem and not a Mighty mouse, its' earlier model. I ask because many people confuse the two.

If your profile is correct (10.10.2) update your OS to 10.10.5, reset the NVRAM, and try again.

Have you changed or removed your mouse mat or are you running it across a reflective surface? The latter may confuse the optics. Have you recently introduced to the room anything electronic? And lastly, are you, or anyone else using another mouse within 5 Metres or so?

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