There’s a mouse graveyard in my workplace cupboard — units I’ve tried and discarded as a result of they didn’t assist with my shoulder aches. The answer was a curler ball mouse and Logitech’s MX Ergo is the perfect I’ve discovered. It tilts for a extra pure “handshake” grip and has a slow-mo possibility for extra exact actions in Photoshop and different apps. The scroll wheel is speedy however exact, as is the trackball and you’ll swap between two units with the pairing button. You may even program the assorted buttons to do app-specific issues utilizing Logitech’s software program. It is also a helpful companion for an iPad and makes Mac accent as properly.
My solely gripe is the antiquated micro-USB charging port, however the battery lasts lengthy sufficient that I solely have to make use of it as soon as each few months. It’s dear at $100, so chances are you’ll desire the $70 Ergo Elevate. It additionally affords a handshake grip, however with out the curler ball, and has Bluetooth or USB dongle connectivity choices.
After all, there’s additionally Apple’s personal Magic Trackpad, which principally replicates the MacBook’s contact floor so you may place it wherever. In the event you’re a fan of the multi-touch gestures in your MacBook, this might be a extra snug means to make use of them. — A.S.
