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The thing that drew me towards the Trackman was it's ergonomics and the multi function buttons. The fact that it looks great was also a factor!

When it arrived the installation was easy, no hiccups at all. Assigning the buttons is no problem and the hardware operates perfectly. The only problem was with me. I had been using a regular mouse with a gel pad for ages, and I couldn't get used to dropping my wrist onto the desk. My hand hurt, my shoulder hurt and I was very annoyed that the ergonomics weren't kicking in.

I took about three weeks before it clicked (pardon the pun). Now, I am used to it and I can't remember when I didn't have it. It feels very natural when you're working with it. Also the multi-function buttons mean less trips across the screen with the cursor. I am pretty happy overall with my purchase and would recommend this product to intensive computer users.

Pros:
- Natural Feel (eventually)
- Multi-Function buttons
- Good mouse movement and responsiveness
- No need for mouse mat, mouse is not confined to within a foot of the computer
- Looks great
- Stops your boss or anyone else from using your computer
- You can leave a regular mouse connected at the same time

Cons:
- Takes a few weeks to get used to the position
- Multi-function buttons cannot be assigned to any of the "F" keys. You're limited to the list they provide you, although this is fine for most regular uses, it can be a drawback for developers. It would be nice if buttons could be assigned to keystroke macros
- the little Lock button is not in a position you can get to easily
- Wouldn't be precise or responsive enough for gamers

Before using this trackball I'd never used one before in my life - to be honest I steered clear thinking they where difficult to use - I was wrong. After the intial period of getting used to using this - I think it's great. i use it all day at work and I wouldn't change! You soon can't live without the internet buttons (back and forward) and the cruise control scroll (click the wheel). It literally has everything you want and a bit more. It's also great being cordless and RF the batteries last for ages - you can also use rechargeables! and obviously no cables in the way! You just sit the receiver somewhere and press connect then press connect on the bottom of the trackball - simple. Anyone who is thinking of buying a new input device - consider this a worthwhile upgrade. It's a little more expensive than others - but it's worth it.

I was searching for a new cordless mouse. I had tried many but they seemed useless and only suitabvle for certian surfaces; namely hard flat surfaces. So i tried a product i have seen for quite some time, but never experienced. Sceptical at its abilities, i went to my local PC store and requested a test drive. At first it seemed difficult to get about. Rolling around, never quite managing it precisly. But as time went by it became easier, even more comfartable than a mouse. Without as many problems. The best features to it were firstly its touch, a soft touch felt natural. Second was that i could put it absolutely any were, and still get amazing and acurate movemnet. This is thanks to its "digital radio technology" that doesntrequire line of site like most its competitors. Other features included the 7 buttons, 2 of which allow internet navigation.
I would definately recomend this to any user, providing they had no problems with their finger functionality.

To conclude, it looks strange is un-conventional but amazing!
Try it, you might like it!

I absolutely can't do without trackballs, finding regular mice crude, awkward to emplace, and a strain on the hand. Functionally this should be top of its class in terms of shape and button arrangement.

The bad news is that after barely a year of use, mine is falling apart. Having dissected the wee beastie I can tell you other reviewers that the LMB problem is caused by a flimsy (suspiciously flimsy in my opinion) support architecture. The whole wide button rests on a tiny prestle, made of malleable white plastic that quickly gets mashed. Once it is mashed you have to press very hard to get a response. Needless to say, this necessity, leading to errors, has provoked my nearly hurling the mouse out the window.

Very, very disappointing.

Like most people when it comes to purchasing a trackball, my approach was tentative & cautious. I did my research, read various reviews on different products & in the end I decided to pay the extra & pick up this little beauty.

Connection was fine, plugged in the wireless reciever & everything was working fine. The default configuration was sufficient for me so I did not install the additonal software.

Down to brass tacks. Feels big when you first put your hand on it. But in not time you will be zooming around the screen. Very good in closing, opening & generally manipulating windows in an everyday work environment. Scrolling works well too. What does take some time however is the accuracy you get with the trackball. I've been using it for about a week now & it's still not 100%, however, it's slowly improving. Would recommend this product. Only downside, left click is not as responsive as it can be. Good Product