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I’m done charging things that never leave my desk

Wireless peripherals have become incredibly good, but I’m questioning why devices that never leave my desk still need batteries, pairing modes and charging routines.

I’m done charging things that never leave my desk

It seems I've forgotten how to charge my devices that remain on my desk. After experiencing issues with my wireless earbuds and keyboard, I've come to appreciate the convenience of wired connections. My keyboard and mouse are now reliable, with no interruptions from battery life or connectivity issues. While wireless devices like earbuds and mice offer benefits such as movement and freedom, I've found that a wired setup reduces the need to monitor their status.

I'll continue using two pairs of wireless earbuds for gaming, but my desktop peripherals will stay wired for consistency and simplicity.

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