Is the trackball similar to the older models or have they smoothed it out?
1280153
Track-ball is fairly smooth and works fine. It does not feel as if it is full of grit.
1280154
Well this is the first one I have owned, but the ball is smooth and shiny...hope that helps!
808092
Mine stopped working cuz the light on the roller ball wasn't working. I could click and right click so the mouse was being recognized but I couldn't use the ball to move the cursor. Unfortunately I gave up. They're just low quality imports. I had one Fellowes manufactured for 10 years but can't find "non-generic" anymore. Good luck, mine lasted about 2 months.
1168288
Yes, it does have a distinctive " clicky feel " to it when it scrolls. I personally prefer it over the other type.It feels intuitive and I am quite used to this type of feel. I feel that I can control the speed more easily -but that may just be very subjective.
175998
It is a rather large trackball, quite a bit larger than I was expecting. But I would still highly recommend it if you do any kind of editing or processes which use a lot of multi key commands. It will really improve your workflow. Here is a picture of it sitting on my 15" MacBook Pro to give you a frame of reference. Hope this helps.http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q540/Jeremy_Ryals/IMG_3008.jpg
1625954
I'm still using this keyboard, I find the keys ever so slightly firmer. They also seem to be ever so slightly more contoured.Texture is fine, but is less 'rubbery' than a regular Mac keyboard. The most-used keys have smoothed out a bit; they start out with a slightly matte finish and touch, but over time this has smoothed out. This isn't much of a problem as the contour is perfectly fine - it's not like I'm slipping off the keys.Spacing is very close, and it's quite comfortable moving from this keyboard to one of my 2 other 'regular' Mac keyboards. The angle is fine for me, but I must point out it's fairly low and it's fixed. I'm still using this keyboard, I find the keys ever so slightly firmer. They also seem to be ever so slightly more contoured.Texture is fine, but is less 'rubbery' than a regular Mac keyboard. The most-used keys have smoothed out a bit; they start out with a slightly matte finish and touch, but over time this has smoothed out. This isn't much of a problem as the contour is perfectly fine - it's not like I'm slipping off the keys.Spacing is very close, and it's quite comfortable moving from this keyboard to one of my 2 other 'regular' Mac keyboards. The angle is fine... » Read More I'm still using this keyboard, I find the keys ever so slightly firmer. They also seem to be ever so slightly more contoured.Texture is fine, but is less 'rubbery' than a regular Mac keyboard. The most-used keys have smoothed out a bit; they start out with a slightly matte finish and touch, but over time this has smoothed out. This isn't much of a problem as the contour is perfectly fine - it's not like I'm slipping off the keys.Spacing is very close, and it's quite comfortable moving from this keyboard to one of my 2 other 'regular' Mac keyboards. The angle is fine for me, but I must point out it's fairly low and it's fixed. « Show Less
683823
I am just using this and yes, I do find it a wee bit laggy compared to my MX5500. The wheel on the mouse also have a rollback effect..
1860941
There is no track ball. You move the mouse. I have a very small mouse pad and it is sufficient for all the maneuvering needed. It takes a week or two but you get used to the vertical position fairly quickly.
1975071
Yes, they are the newest machines with the smoother rolling action. Thanks, Oren
1361596
They are generally the same. There are button placement changes and the set up seemed easier on the new model. Both have worked well for us.
1710288
Do you mean on-screen smoothness? I find it smooth, but unfortunately it has excessive drift after acceleration. This could just be a problem with mine, but it's pretty annoying on a larger screen. This is well beyond the 'standard' trackpoint drift that corrects itself quicky.
1277575
I don't know which model is the newest one, but I have the purple model, and I love it. It's a bit different and takes a while to get used to, but once you do, you'll love it too. I love the no- stick plate and the retractable cord. The steam feature works very well too. If you decide on this model, you will not be disappointed. Hope this helps.
1404960
I contacted Kensington customer service:Response (Jason Lum) 01/12/2009 04:20 PM The slimblade trackball is a new product, it will ship out March 1st 2009 (projected date)Kensington Customer service
163573
If you are referring to the microsoft trackball explorer, then yes, i had a trackball explorer that finally broke and i was seeking a replacement.
331444
Thanks for your inquiry! I do believe the model is the older style. With that said it could be the more flimsy style. Thanks and have a great day!!!
1404958
I contacted Kensington customer service: Response (Jason Lum) 01/12/2009 04:20 PM The slimblade trackball is a new product, it will ship out March 1st 2009 (projected date) Kensington Customer service
113056
I found this site....$7.95 for a replacement? http://www.trackballworld.com/40-920.html
365204
Mine is Smooth. I am prepared to upgrade and will be getting a Samsung as all my friends find it much more reliable.