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 most effective 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 may swap between two units with the pairing button. You’ll be able to even program the varied buttons to do app-specific issues utilizing Logitech’s software program. It is also a helpful companion for an iPad and makes a very good Mac accent as effectively.
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 expensive at $100, so you might choose the $70 Ergo Carry. It additionally presents 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. For those who’re a fan of the multi-touch gestures in your MacBook, this may very well be a extra comfy means to make use of them. — A.S.
