Kensington Expert Mouse Optical USB Trackball for PC or Mac 64325 by Kensington
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Digital camera reviews of Kensington Expert Mouse Optical USB Trackball for PC or Mac 64325
Digital camera Review: Best trackball, ever!
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this trackball. I have been using various flavors of the Expert Mouse and for years have been wishing for Kensington to add a scroll wheel and an optical version. In the last iteration of the Expert Mouse we got the scroll wheel - although it was a bit awkward to use. The scroll "ring" is much better! Actually, they tried the ring concept on another version of trackball but it was lousy. Despite other's gripes about the scroll ring, I think this one is a dream once you get used to it. Also it did take a few days after I bought it to smooth out the operation of the trackball itself. Because it doesn't need the metal bearings (like skateboard bearings) that the trackball used to rides on, it now sits on 3 small ball bearings that, admittedly, does take some breaking in. I have been using mine for over a year now though and it works flawlessly. While the previous mechanical versions of this trackball seem get worse over time, this one has just gotten better. As always, the Mouseworks software drivers that come with the trackball is great. I have no problems getting the precision I need in Photoshop and Illustrator and I am able to fly across both my screens (in a dual-monitor setup) with the flick of a finger. I also love this trackball for playing video games. While others are click-drag-lift-down-drag-lift-down-dragging, I just click-spin-spin-spin. And doing quick 180s to check your backside is as simple as a flick of a digit.Digital camera Review: Better than I expected!
Summary: 5 Stars
I was in need of a trackball mouse because of lower arm pain due to a death grip I was using on the regular mouse. Since using the new Kensington, I have noticed a significant decrease in the pain. The trackball is super easy to operate. It may take a little getting used to, but not enough to have that be the reason for not getting one. The ball moves very smoothly and the ring for scrolling up and down may be a little stiff at first, but that definitely goes away with use. The Kensington proved to be better than I expected! So glad I got one!Digital camera Review: Better than expected
Summary: 5 Stars
I have to say I am pleasantly surprised by this mouse. It has exceeded my expectations. I thought even though they said "frictionless" it would get difficult to move and stick and all that, but it doesn't. It's very easy to clean, lightning fast, and simple to use. Probably the best mouse I've ever had! The fact that it's a trackball does take some getting used to, though just because it's very different than a normal mouse, but my hand doesn't get tired after lots of work anymore.Digital camera Review: Better than previous models
Summary: 5 Stars
I have used trackballs for years and really like them. You can't beat the way Kensington will stand behind them with a 5 year warranty. The scroll rings could be smoother. Does not seem to just move small amounts but jumps in increments. I do like the ring as far as where it is located. Many ways to set up your buttons and controls. I did not need the wireless model and so saved money with the wired one. Amazon had the best price when I purchased mine.Digital camera Review: Big Ball Trackball
Summary: 3 Stars
I have been using Kensington's large ball trackballs for years going all the way back to my Apple IIgs. I have always been very happy with Kensington's service. So, when I needed a pointing device for my new computer, I went for the latest Kensington Expert Mouse. The device is the same excellent quality as always, but there is no support for Vista. The generic drivers that come with Vista allow it to work, but without the MouseWorks software, the two extra buttons are useless. So, if you are planning on using the device with a machine running XP, this is a good choice. If you are running Vista and don't mind that part of it does not work the way it should, then it would still be a good choice. I am using it on the Vista machine now and it does the job. I am just annoyed that the software wasn't upgraded for Vista. Since I got a good price on it here on Amazon, I can live with it.