Microsoft Trackball Explorer (D68-00007)
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Microsoft Trackball Explorer (D68-00007)

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  • Ergonomic Fit: Right Handed (Mouse)
  • Input Interface Type: Trackball
  • Motion Device Type: Optical
  • Connectivity: Cable
  • Interface: USB (Mouse) PS/2 (Mouse)
  • Platform: PC Mac
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If You Like Trackballs....

byRichBoston Jan 7, 2001
109 Helpfuls 110 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Precise Optical Eye Movement
Cons Not Comfortable, Poor Button Sensitivity
Recommended it? No

I am a degenerate lover of gadgets but that loyalty extends only until I find something that I like better. Why stick with something when something else that comes along which is better?


I used to laugh at an ad for Pan Am a number of years ago that bragged that they were the first... Read full review »

141

Microsoft Trackball Explorer ? Best Trackball I have Seen!

byOpalMan Aug 5, 2003
69 Helpfuls 70 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Very comfortable to use, nice, clean design
Cons a little pricey compared to some, but well worth it.
Recommended it? Yes

In the past few years we have had to deal with providing an ergonomic workplace. Adding different devices to help make the computing experience more comfortable for the employee and reducing the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome when possible. This is the latest device we purchased to try to tackle... Read full review »

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Microsoft Trackball Optical

bygauldd01 Dec 1, 2000
29 Helpfuls 30 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros USB, IntelliEye Optical Technology, IntelliPoint software
Cons Large footprint, thumb soreness
Recommended it? Yes

The new Optical Trackballs by Microsoft are an excellent introduction of the IntelliEye optical technology to the Trackball "mousing" field. Like the Intellimouse Explorer, it has the perpetually glowing red light, though in the Trackball Optical is bright red ring around the trackball. The... Read full review »

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I'll always prefere the standard mouse!

bymtrenck Mar 14, 2008
13 Helpfuls 14 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Doesn't take up a lot of space. Lots of buttons.
Cons Poorly designed layout... too big for my hand!
Recommended it? No

One of my work stations has a Microsoft Explorer Trackball rather than a standard mouse and even after months of practice I still find this stupid thing annoying and poorly designed.

The only positive aspect of this trackball is the number of buttons. Microsoft certainly has thought of... Read full review »

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Glowing Ring of Mouse Goodness

byTheEngine Dec 8, 2000
12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Its a Trackball. Form, fit, design, functions
Cons Costs money, does not do dishes.
Recommended it? Yes

Since 1993 I've used a trackball form of mouse. Starting with the Logitech Trakman Marble. Then the Trakman Marble + (Man, it took forever to get used to that wheel scroll and not the middle button.) But after billions upon billions of hours of first person shooter games and "surfing the net"... Read full review »

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The most natural way to feel like grasping the pointer with bare fingers

bytmfarid Sep 18, 2004
11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Any surface/position/where, Ergonomic, small footprint, programmable buttons USB+PS2
Cons Needs training, Sensitive for dust, Windows only, Ball falls easily, USB1.0, unstable s/w
Recommended it? Yes

I tried many pointing devices:

Regular (Ball) and optical mice are limited by desk space, and they run out of their last breath once you reach this limit while scrolling. So, the pointer waits on the screen while they catch their breath. You end up sweeping your desk like a traffic man... Read full review »

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MicroSoft Optical Trackball

byChase_E. Aug 10, 2002
10 Helpfuls 11 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Two extra buttons. Completely customizable functions, built to last.
Cons Eats about 4 - 6% of your system resources!
Recommended it? Yes

Everybody who has used a computer is probably more familiar with using a mouse than they are a trackball. Two things about trackballs - you either love them, or hate them. And if you start using one, it takes some getting used to. I first saw the MicroSoft Optical Trackball at work - some of my... Read full review »

144

MS Trackball Optical, a nice alternative to the optical mouse.

bylavoisier Feb 22, 2002
10 Helpfuls 11 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Shortcut buttons, scroll wheel, no more full arm motion and more.
Cons Shortcut buttons, right hands only, could give you a sore thumb and more.
Recommended it? Yes

When inquiring about an alternative computer mouse, people tend to have a plan in purchasing a trackball instead of a conventional mouse. This is because, with the conventional mouse, whether optical or not, they require arm movement in order to have the mouse to work. But with trackballs, you... Read full review »

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I am having a ball with this optical mouse

byWillMontu Jan 4, 2001
10 Helpfuls 11 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Optical, lots of buttons, USB compatible, comfortable
Cons Takes some time to get used to
Recommended it? Yes

I was looking to replace my trackball mouse, as I was no longer able to use the PS2 mouse port on my PC. I had recently added a USB keyboard to my PC, and I wanted to get a good USB trackball to go with it. I had a look at different trackballs available, and I came across the Microsoft Trackball... Read full review »

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Attractive design but clumsy and awkward to use.

byjeof0411 Nov 27, 2004
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Red Backlighting looks nice, 5 buttons and scroll wheel
Cons Large size and awkward design cause hand cramps, Right handed only, bad button placement
Recommended it? No

I bought the Microsoft Trackball Optical Mouse yesterday because I didn't have alot of extra room where my mouse sits. I have used a trackball before, so I figured I would spend the extra $15 and get what appeared to be my dream mouse. Well, I may have been on to a good idea with the trackball, but... Read full review »

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Microsoft Trackball Explorer

MODEL- D68-00007 VENDOR- MICROSOFT CORPORATION FEATURES- TrackBall Explorer- PS/2 & USB The TrackBall Explorer sets a new standard in trackballs by combining an IntelliEye optical sensor and an advanced ball design. The IntelliEye optical sensor tracks the movement of the ball 1500 times per second to give you unbelievably smooth precise control. * IntelliEye optical technology for more precise and better control than an old-fashioned mouse with a ball. * Browse easily with the programmable forward and back buttons. Scroll efficiently with the wheel. * The shape supports your hand in a natural posture. The ball is positioned for fingertip control and easy navigation. * The IntelliEye sensor has no moving parts to clean so your trackball stays smooth and precise. REQUIRES- 29MB of available hard-disk space CD-ROM drive Round mouse port (PS/2 compatible) or USB port (USB requires Windows 98 or 2000) Windows 95/98/Me/NT Workstation 4.0 with Service Pack 3 or later or Windows 2000. IntelliPoint software (included). MANUFACTURER WARRANTY: 3 YEARS

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