Offering a precise, compact, and versatile experience, the Kensington K72352US Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse has everything mobile professionals need for comfort and productivity.
It offers better ergonomics, with less wrist and hand movement that will ease The pain of repetitive-stress injuries. With no cables to tie you down, The 2. The 4 GHz wireless Nano receiver works with either Windows or Mac when you’re at home, on the road, or in the office. Unique touch scrolling, along with the compact 32mm ball, lets you glide effortlessly through web pages and documents, and the nano receiver can be stored right inside the trackball.
The scroll ring sensor can be disconnected with a few minutes’ work. Switch off the trackball device and push out the red trackball. I removed the batteries. With a tiny, thin screwdriver pry up the sensor ring (the flat black ring around the red trackball when it’s installed). The sensor ring is one fairly sturdy piece. Take your time, attacking at several points, using more than one screwdriver, and you will get the sensor ring out.
I did it without scratching the Kensington K72352US Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse. At the front of the sensor, the ring is a ribbon cable. Pull the ribbon cable out of the sensor ring cable connector, fold the cable up and stick it down into the trackball body, then reassemble. It looks and works great. Wear safety glasses! You assume all liability for your actions; this is an information-only story of how I did it. I like trackball a lot now that it no longer causes random stuff to happen at random times. If you have mini security Allen wrenches for disassembly, you can take the bottom off and likely reach the other end of the cable.
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I just received Kensington K72352US Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse today, and have been using it for several hours, so this is definitely a “first impression” review. I’ve been searching for a wireless trackball that I can use left-handed, and this is one of the very few out there. Although right-handed, I’ve been mousing left-handed for decades due to repetitive stress injuries in my right hand. I’ve always used the Logitech Trackman Marble mouse for its ergonomics and that it’s ambidextrous, so I can switch off to my right hand if I wish.
But after all this time, left-handed mousing feels normal and I find I actually prefer it, even though my right hand is healed – I can mouse with one hand and take notes with the other at the same time! One downside to the Logitech is that it’s wired, and while it’s fine on my office desktop, it’s a pain for travel, meetings, etc. So far the overall feel and operation of the Kensington Orbit are so close to the Logitech that I barely notice the difference.
It has a good feel to it, the buttons work well, and the trackball pointing is smooth. Why I didn’t give it 5 stars – The touch scrolling is a little cumbersome. It might just take some getting used to, but I’m finding it jumpy and not very precise. Also, the Kensington Trackball Works software caused a bunch of problems. Right after installing it was like aliens had taken over my computer…the cursor was flying around on its own, opening multiple copies of programs…so weird.
So I ended up uninstalling it and using the native Windows drivers, which work just fine. If you get this, it works fine to plug and play right out of the box. My advice is just to use it this way and forget the Trackball Works software. I bought this because I have severe nervous system problems that make controlling a mouse impossible on some days. It just flies around, clicking everything I don’t want.
It’s very hard to get through daily living without using a computer. The Kensington K72352US Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse doesn’t do that. I can move, on the slowest mouse setting, wherever I want without clicking anything. Then, when I finally get the cursor where I want, I can click without moving the ball. Moving the trackball does not involve touching the buttons, and touching the buttons does not involve moving the trackball.
That’s perfect if you have trouble controlling your hands. I can’t speak for how it feels after a long day of using it, because I never use it more than a couple of hours, and even then not heavily as I used to at work. I would guess this would be great to switch back and forth between a normal mouse, to give your hands a break. The trackball arrived quickly and looks really good.
It is very functional and, for me, much better than using a mouse. I needed wireless, so I looked around for one that looked the most comfortable for playing with games. I like the middle ball, where I can use my thumb for the left click. However, the design of the housing and the placement of the right button makes it difficult to use any finger except the pinky for right clicks and we all know the pinky is not very strong or dexterous.
From The Manufacturer:
Kensington Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse (K72352US)
The ideal productivity enhancer for any mobile professional, the Kensington K72352US Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse offers compact comfort and precision for the road. A reliable wireless connection provides greater versatility and the receiver stows inside the trackball. Unique touch scrolling, along with the compact 32mm ball, lets you glide effortlessly up and down the screen.
Touch Scrolling This unique feature lets you slide your finger around the outer ring of the trackball, letting you glide effortlessly through web pages and long documents.
KensingtonWorks Customization Free downloadable software provides an even more personalized experience, giving you the ability to assign a wide variety of program functions to each of the 2 buttons, as well as adjusting cursor and scrolling speeds. ChromeOS users can get HID functions for a trackball but will not be able to customize their device through KensingtonWorks.
Optical Tracking Technology Internal red optics precisely track the movements of the compact 32mm ball, providing superior accuracy so you can quickly get your cursor where you want, improving productivity and efficiency.
2.4GHz Wireless USB Receiver Offering cable-free versatility for productivity on the go, the receiver can be stored inside the trackball for safekeeping when not in use.
Two-Button, Ambidextrous Design Along with a centered, compact 32mm ball, it works equally well for either right-handed or left-handed users.
About Kensington Kensington is the brand professionals choose when they need the most innovative and reliable accessories to be at their productive best. With more than 30 years of trusted expertise, business professionals and home office users can be assured that every Kensington product you purchase will deliver on our 'smart. safe. simple' brand promise. *USB-C to USB-A connector is needed for newer Mac products
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Product Model:
Connectivity Technology: Wireless, 2.4GHz USB Receiver. Brand: Kensington. Series: K72352US. Movement Detection Technology: Optical. Color: Black.
About Kensington K72352US Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse Item:
Optical tracking for superior cursor control.
Unique touch scrolling — simply slide your finger around the outer ring of the trackball for effortless scrolling through web pages and long documents.
Free downloadable Kensington Works software provides button customization.
Ambidextrous design.
Compatible with all Windows, macOS, and Chrome (OS 44 and later) computers.
Plug-and-play, no drivers required.
2. 4 GHz wireless with a nano USB receiver that stows inside the trackball when not in use.
2 years (Only valid if purchased through Kensington Authorized Resellers)Optical tracking for superior cursor control.
Note: In the case of a wireless mouse, the USB receiver will be provided inside or along with the mouse.
Warranty:
Limited Warranty period (parts): 5 years
Limited Warranty period (labor): 5 years
Product Update:
There is a touchpad on both sides of the Kensington K72352US Orbit Wireless Trackball Mouse that you swipe up or down to scroll. The positioning of the touchpads makes it so I can use this mouse with either hand. The only caution I have is that you do not touch the top of the mouse while you are operating the trackball. I have small hands, so when using the trackball with my right hand, I usually put my thumb on the left button, my index finger on the trackball, the middle finger above the touchpads on the mouse where it can easily be put to use on scroll pad, and my ring finger on the right button. I invert this position when I am using my left hand.
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