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    Is there a small trackball mouse

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by bnw2005, Feb 2, 2007.

  1. bnw2005

    bnw2005 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I really like using the Logitech trackball mouse. Does any body know of a small trackball type mouse that would work better for traveling.
     
  2. Yellow11

    Yellow11 Notebook Consultant

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    Same question from me. I hate ragular mice. I really don't understan how people can use those stupid things. It really looks like manufacturers are making fewer and fewer trackballs. I have never been able to find a decent small portable one for my laptop. I use a Logitech Marble mouse when i am docked at home. In a perfect world they would make a smaller Bluetooth version to take with me.
    http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/productlist/CA/EN,crid=2141,categoryid=6

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  3. LFC

    LFC Ex-NBR

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    I use an optical mouse at uni, but at home we have the Logitech trackman and I know which I prefer. Trackballs are great in principle for FPS and general use, but after an extended period, they get uncomfortable for me to use. Also if the ball gets dirty and something stuck to it, that'll affect detection. It was a novelty at first but I'm off trackballs now. Sorry I can't help with the Q... I too only know of Logitech trackballs
     
  4. Robert in Sadorus

    Robert in Sadorus Notebook Evangelist

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    Check WalMart(USA) I seen one there when i was there yesturday.
     
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    sanpabloguy Notebook Deity

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  6. bnw2005

    bnw2005 Notebook Enthusiast

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    After doing some searching on the internet I found the following:

    Fellowes Micro Trac hand -held trackball. Ordered one from Amazon. Cost was 31.22. Took ship alternate that was free. In no big hurry. Based on specs it is 3 inches long compared to Logitech which is 6 inches. Will be interesting to see how I like it. If it is a good alternate will post comments.
     
  7. bnw2005

    bnw2005 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks for the feedback. I will use it mostly for a travel mouse to reduce the space it takes up. Sounds like it will work well for my needs.