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# No, they're annoying, messy and fiddly, however they do work,
Bluetooth is a great IDEA but like electric cars just doesn't seem to be given enough power to make it a worthy alternative.

Until they solve that, wires are still a necessary evil I fear.
(, Fri 23 Oct 2009, 1:33, archived)
# Well I like wires :p
Why for example would I ever want a wireless keyboard? Also, why would I want wireless internet for a desktop that has to be plugged in to the wall anyway. Perhaps you can make a case for wireless mice but it will be a while I think before the tiny +ve of not having to manage the wire so it doesnt tug outweighs the -ves (battery life/inconvenience, interference, weight, energy consumption, security)
(, Fri 23 Oct 2009, 1:45, archived)
# wireless mouse with NiMh batteries, self-powered usb hub to plug the charging stand into
works for me
(, Fri 23 Oct 2009, 1:49, archived)
# I agree about the keyboard if you still think computers need their own desk and monitor with a chair you sit directly in front of with the keyboard under the monitor,
however for those of use who've noticed that computers are now so tiny and LCD TV's with PIP so PC compatible that you could scrap the desk and office chair when at home, then wireless keyboards and mice should finally have a great raison d'etre, IF THEY FECKING WORKED!

They don't, so I've given up and fallen back on laptops instead.
(, Fri 23 Oct 2009, 2:32, archived)