Is the VerticalMouse 2 Worth a Thumbs Up? @ ExtremeTech

Vikingod · Feb 7, 2006, 02:22 PM

Boy oh boy are there some wacky input devices on the market today, and it seems they get even kookier when they're ergonomic. Input devices like the RollerMousePRO, the vertical keyboard, and the vertical mouse may seem esoteric, but they prove that its users prefer functionality over beautiful form. A main driver for this is the desire to reduce the risk or pain associated with carpal tunnel syndrome and other RSI disorders.

Unfortunately, Evoluent's VerticalMouse 2, which we review today, doesn't win any crazy and kooky awards. In fact, it's best described as a regular-looking mouse that's been turned 90 degrees clockwise (counterclockwise for the lefties). The idea is to allow your arm to control the mouse in a more natural position, with the thumb up, in a hand-shaking position. Doctors who specialize in ergonomics consider this position preferable. And because it resembles a regular mouse, there's no real learning curve when you start using it.
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Feb 7, 2006, 02:22 PM	#1
Vikingod Int'l Fish Liaison Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: By the light of lamp I sit and type... Posts: 16,197 Rep Power: 112 System Specs	Is the VerticalMouse 2 Worth a Thumbs Up? @ ExtremeTech Boy oh boy are there some wacky input devices on the market today, and it seems they get even kookier when they're ergonomic. Input devices like the RollerMousePRO, the vertical keyboard, and the vertical mouse may seem esoteric, but they prove that its users prefer functionality over beautiful form. A main driver for this is the desire to reduce the risk or pain associated with carpal tunnel syndrome and other RSI disorders. Unfortunately, Evoluent's VerticalMouse 2, which we review today, doesn't win any crazy and kooky awards. In fact, it's best described as a regular-looking mouse that's been turned 90 degrees clockwise (counterclockwise for the lefties). The idea is to allow your arm to control the mouse in a more natural position, with the thumb up, in a hand-shaking position. Doctors who specialize in ergonomics consider this position preferable. And because it resembles a regular mouse, there's no real learning curve when you start using it. __________ Read More / Source: ExtremeTech