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Technology
Anthony Spadafora

I tried 9 different trackball mice — here's how to find the best one for you

A hand trying out one of many trackball mice from ELECOM.

Let’s face it , for some people, the trackpads on even the best laptops just aren’t enough. Maybe you’re a gamer who prefers to play with a mouse and a keyboard or a programmer or graphic designer who just likes the extra precision you get when using a mouse. 

Sooner or later though, due to dragging your hand across a desk with a traditional mouse, you could end up with carpal tunnel syndrome or a repetitive strain injury. Either of which can make working or even gaming feel debilitating once you’ve suffered such an injury. Fortunately though, there’s another way to get this same level of precision and control over your mouse cursor with far less repetitive movements.

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