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Kensington Wired Trackball Expert $58.79 Delivered @ Amazon AU

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Jonty766 on 07/08/2022 - 09:54 amazon.com.au (1009 clicks)
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One dollar off the lowest ever in camels. Generally regarded as the best non thumb trackball.

The wireless version is $85.99

TrackballWorks lets you customize all 4 buttons, set cursor speed
DiamondEye optical tracking technology for premium cursor control and accuracy
Award-winning Scroll Ring lets you scan up and down pages with ease
Large 55mm ball is designed as a perfect sphere to provide exceptional precision

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  • CptnObvious on 07/08/2022 - 10:10

    is trackball good for moba?

    • TheRealCJ on 07/08/2022 - 10:13
      +4

      Heck, I use mine for FPSs. I wouldn't jump straight in until you learn how to accurately use it, takes a little bit to get used to, but yeah, they're pretty good for gaming once you know how to use it.

      That said, I don't know how one like this would go, since you usually have to take your hand off the ball to click the buttons or scroll. But if you use a thumb trackball like the logitech ones where you're always on the buttons and have a traditional Left/scrollwheel/Right layout, they're great.

    • Budju on 07/08/2022 - 11:00
      +2

      I think the primary application for trackballs is microsoft paint

      • hippo2s on 07/08/2022 - 13:02

        you are better off with a drawing tablet?

        • Budju on 07/08/2022 - 19:14
          +1

          nobody said trackballs were good

  • TheRealCJ on 07/08/2022 - 10:11
    +5

    Man, I got me an Logitech trackball and it changed my life.

    So much easier to do stuff, don't need to clear a space on the table to comfortably use it. I can use it in bed or resting on my thigh no problem. I would recommend going wireless though, if you're planning on using a trackball with a laptop.

    • billybob2010 on 07/08/2022 - 10:29
      +1

      Hi

      Just wondering which trackball from logitech you got?

      • b0nd on 07/08/2022 - 10:33

        MX ergo, I believe

      • TheRealCJ on 07/08/2022 - 10:38
        +1

        The MX Ergo. It's Bluetooth/2.4ghz wireless. Works really well, has a variable angle for either traditional mouse grip or a slightly elevated side-grip

        I really hope they bring out a version with USB-C and the magnetic lock scroll wheel, I really miss having that from my MX Master, being able to speed scroll through pages and documents is hella useful, and so is having a separate horizontal scroll wheel. Apart from that I have no real gripes.

    • freefall101 on 07/08/2022 - 11:25

      My biggest problem was the reliability of the old M570s. Went through 3 of them (all lasted 2-3 years).

      Finally went back to the ergo recently, absolutely love it but I'm worried how long it'll last again. Hopefully a while, there was a point where the M570 was regularly $30-40 so I didn't mind the price so much, I always seem to miss out on the good Ergo deals (got mine at $85 which seemed ok).

      • RaihaX on 07/08/2022 - 11:45
        +1

        My MX Ergo has survived for 4 years FYI. I do swap them with my elecom huge and trackpad (better for my RSI if i change it up every few months).

      • bloomer on 07/08/2022 - 11:55

        Same here. My pre-USB model lasted soooo long, but the following models have been much more fragile.

    • Seancohen on 07/08/2022 - 13:00
      +4

      Another vote here for the MX ergo.

      15 years using M570s and now Ergos.

      Originally switched to trackballs due to tendon / wrist issues, which have never recurred.

      Used to replace my M570 every 2-3 years (which isn't that bad, from what I've heard). I'll see how the Ergo fares. Had this one about a year now. So far so good.

      Might spring for a https://ploopy.co/ kit when I have some free time. Reviews look good but seems like a lot of work to get just right.

      It's a shame there really aren't affordable trackball options to compete with the 12 cent plastic crap mouse everybody gets for free in their cocoa pops. It's an OHS issue for me - my computer is my tool of trade and I'm fortunate to be able to invest in decent gear that doesn't actively damage my body.

      Look after your hands, folks.

      • TheRealCJ on 07/08/2022 - 18:56

        I've been using my Ergo since 2019, still going strong.

      • TheRealCJ on 07/08/2022 - 18:59

        Oof, 200-300 dollars and they can't even be bothered to use a resin 3D printer…

        • Seancohen on 08/08/2022 - 10:00

          Their shop is CAD not USD so it's not quite that bad, but yep, still no bargains. It's low volume, so I get, but I'm still lamenting the lack of affordable options.

          The thumb trackball kit at CAD$160 compares reasonably with the Ergo RRP, though.

          I actually was looking at the Nano Trackball. That thing is adorable.

          https://ploopy.co/nano-trackball/

  • mskeggs on 07/08/2022 - 10:42

    I've user the Logitech marble mouse trackball for 20 years+. Completely eliminated any wrist/arm soreness.
    Takes about a day and a half to get used to it.

  • sheepy on 07/08/2022 - 10:47
    +1

    Is the wireless version worth the extra $27?

    • truetypezk on 07/08/2022 - 10:51
      +3

      Yes if you are connecting it to a laptop. It uses both proprietary 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, which means you don't need to use the receiver with a BT enabled computer.

    • TheRealCJ on 07/08/2022 - 10:58
      +3

      Definitely. Opens up a whole new range of usage. They're basically perfect for couch surfing, since you don't need a flat surface to use your mouse on.

    • Drogo on 07/08/2022 - 11:03
      +1

      I was pretty disappointed with it. For the price it feels pretty cheap. The ball doesn't move as smoothly as I expected. And the software overrides default mouse settings for other mice. The only thing I liked was the scroll ring. Go with the mx ergo, way better, unless you have a specific ergo reason for selecting differently.

      • sheepy on 07/08/2022 - 11:15

        I'm using a mx ergo at the moment.
        My only complaint with logitech trackballs are their buttons, they seem to fail before anything else so just want to get this as a spare while the price is good.

      • truetypezk on 07/08/2022 - 11:25

        You need to nose lube your ball if it is not smooth. Makes a huge difference.

        • Nom on 07/08/2022 - 14:16
          +1

          Do you use your own snot to do that ? It's not a technique I'm familiar with.

    • truetypezk on 07/08/2022 - 11:04
      +1

      Btw I used the wired one for a few years and upgraded to the wireless one. Now I have 2 wireless ones at both home and work computers. Easier to manage and move around. I would say a no brainer for just $27.

      • congo on 07/08/2022 - 11:41
        +1

        $27? Link plesse

        • truetypezk on 07/08/2022 - 14:12

          27 extra I mean

    • OldBugger on 07/08/2022 - 12:35

      Wired for me. Less prone to lag and connectivity issues. I don't need to move it around and don't have to worry about batteries. Wireless has its appeal but for me, I could use that extra $27 somewhere else (edit: wireless is back up to $76 difference now so non-issue)

  • hippo2s on 07/08/2022 - 10:52

    Also check out Kensington Orbit. The scroll ring is excellent. I prefer this one. The after sales support by Kensington is excellent too.

  • Judicat0r on 07/08/2022 - 12:22

    I'm still rocking the holy grail of trackballs, the Microsoft Trackball Explorer. I can't believe how much these go for second hand now!

    • hippo2s on 07/08/2022 - 13:05
      +1

      Thought the holy grail is Logi MX Ergo?

      Altho I do prefer the ball being index and middle finger operated, not the thumb.

      This looks amazing

      ELECOM 2.4GHz Wireless Finger-Operated Large Size Trackball Mouse 8-Button Function with Smooth Tracking, Precision Optical Gaming Sensor Palm Rest Attached (M-HT1DRBK) https://amzn.asia/d/4uBE5iN

      • dufflover on 07/08/2022 - 13:25
        +1

        I do prefer the ball being index and middle finger operated, not the thumb.

        That's what she said? :P

    • TheRealCJ on 07/08/2022 - 19:02

      I wish Lenovo would make a wireless version of it's trackpoint, that would be amazing.

  • mjoe on 07/08/2022 - 12:30

    The link for wireless goes to a full price listing. Is there another place with the supposed sale price?

    • digitalaxon on 07/08/2022 - 12:59

      I wouldn't put it past Amazon their algorithm goes 'oh, so many people looking at this product, let's auto jack the price'…

      • kesselrig on 07/08/2022 - 13:37
        +1

        Looks like Amazon AU is sold out and options are for higher priced third-party sellers or Amazon US.

  • BewareOfThe Dog on 07/08/2022 - 16:34

    This was great for use with Mame.

  • spendybeans on 07/08/2022 - 23:06

    The Slim Blade is superior to this one IMO. I had both and this one felt less smooth, and the ring was scratchy

  • majik on 09/08/2022 - 20:17

    This or gameball?

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