What the Manufacturer Says
The VerticalMouse 3 supports your hand in a relaxed handshake position and eliminates forearm pronation. You will quickly become accustomed to the improved comfort. The grip is the same as an ordinary mouse, just turned sideways, and the same fingers operate the same corresponding buttons. There is no retraining necessary. The VerticalMouse 2 is available only for the left hand, please see the VerticalMouse 3 (
wireless or
with cord) for the right handed model.
Product Specifications
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Familiar grip; the VerticalMouse does not move sideways when clicking with normal force because the thumb naturally opposes the fingers.
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Pointer control; when the pointer speed settings are properly adjusted, it is as accurate as any other good mouse.
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Easy to use buttons; all 5 buttons are easily operable without contorting your fingers. The button force is light for easy clicking, but still firm enough to avoid accidental actuation.
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Reduces Hand Movements;1200 dpi true optical resolution sensor moves the pointer quickly to reduce hand movements. The pointer can be moved across a 17" monitor with only 1/2" (13 mm) movement of the mouse. Most other mice have 400-800 dpi and require more hand movement.
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Color: Silver/Black
Programmable buttons (XP Pro, XP Home)
5 buttons are each programmable with different functions in different applications. For example, a button can be Double Click in one application and Ctrl in another application.
Special functions (XP Pro, XP Home)
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Speed toggle - cycle among up to 3 pointer speed settings with a keyboard shortcut or mouse button. For example, a high speed for ordinary tasks, and a slow speed for graphics work.
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Auto click - automatically perform a single or double click by pausing the pointer. Adjustable time delay for activation.
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Click lock - press and hold a button momentarily to simulate continued pressing without holding down the button. Adjustable time delay for activation.
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Break Reminder - visual and/or audio alerts to remind you to take a break.
Repositioning
The VerticalMouse 2 can be repositioned without moving the pointer:
PCs
- the driver is not required. The VerticalMouse 2 still has basic functionality without it
- includes driver for Windows XP Pro, XP Home, and 2000 for programming all 5 buttons
- the driver is not required, the VerticalMouse 2 still has basic functionality without it
- Basic functionality in all other Windows versions
- USB and PS/2 compatible
Macs
- 1 button in OS 9 without a driver
- 5 buttons in OS X 10.4.5 without a driver: left click (top), right click (middle), expose' (bottom), show desktop (wheel), select window (thumb)
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USB port
UNIX
- 3 buttons without a driver, Wheel button is middle click
- USB port
Linux
- 5 buttons in XFree 4.0.1 or higher without a driver, Wheel button is middle click
- USB port
General
- Resolution: 1200 dpi true optical resolution
- Dimensions: 4.6"/11.7 cm L, 3"/7.6 cm W, 3"/7.6 cm H
- Cable: 6.6'/2 m
Actual User Comments
"WooHoo! I love this mouse." "This is first full day I have worked at my desk in a year that I have experienced NO discomfort in my wrist. Very comfortable, natural hand position; it is like having my hand in a weightless, resting position" "I have already recommended it to 3 clients and several friends." "I purchase your new model for my employers wife. It has a very nice feel and is lightning fast. She is extremely please and it has helped her carpal tunnel as well." - - Tod R. Anderson
"The most beneficial mouse on the market today. Ergonomically designed to ensure there will be no strain on the carpal tunnel caused by compression of the median nerve. I would recommend purchasing a VerticalMouse for all family members. In addition it is pleasure to use, and is very precise for detailed work." - - George Lockwood
“I tried this mouse because a couple of years ago I had carpal tunnel extremely bad in my right arm due to the regular computer mouse. I'm only 21 years old so I assume you could understand how horrible it was to go through that. My dad kept looking online and found this product and so we tried it and I've had no problems since. Being a college student it's important that I'm on the computer a lot due to all the papers, so this has definitely helped." - - Lindsay Green
"I've been using the Evoluent VerticalMouse for two years now and am an enthusiastic advocate for it amongst my co-workers. I tried several other "ergonomic mouse" products before finding the Evoluent. With the other products, my productivity plummeted and I realized no ergonomic benefit. Since the VerticalMouse has the same relative button positions as a conventional mouse, there was no adjustment period needed to "get used" to using it. I was able to begin using it immediately and instinctively. With the addition of the fourth and fifth buttons and the ability to program all five buttons, my productivity has actually increased while my mouse-related tendonitis problems have disappeared. It's a great product that I have recommended and will continue to recommend!" - - Jim Taylor
"I suffer from numerous nerve injuries in both arms caused by years of overuse on standard keyboards and mice. I cannot use a normal mouse for more than 5 minutes without severe pain and swelling so I have literally tried every mouse, trackball, keyboard and other gadget out there in order to find a solution for using a computer after 4 nerve release surgeries. The Vertical Mouse 2 is THE ONLY mouse I have used that does not cause me pain, it is incredibly sturdy, and holds up very well to constantly being thrown in my backpack for traveling (unlike the similar Quill mouse which I found very fragile and broke if it ever fell the short distance from the desk to the ground). I am not sure what I'd do without it, I take it anywhere that I might need to use a computer. It only takes a short time to become accustomed to the different hand/arm position -- but believe me -- if you use a computer a lot, and even have the slightest concern about injuries to your arms, then this is the best product out there. It works great, even for subtle movements like those needed for graphics, audio/film editing, and dragging/highlighting text. Plus I was more than impressed with their quick and helpful support -- a real rarity these days in computer tech companies. I cannot thank them enough for a great product!" - -Courtney Killian
"I must tell you, that using the VerticalMouse has improved my arm and wrist problems to the point that I am pain free. I am a Systems Engineer and spend the entire day at the workstation. I can now sit down and work without a thought of it hurting or if I am causing further damage. Thanks again for a revolutionary product!!" - - John Heidenreich
"I just wanted to write and thank you for creating the Vertical Mouse 2. I am a computer systems analyst and have been working this job for 6 years. Over the past 2, I've been experiencing discomfort in my right wrist from using my conventional mouse for long periods of time. I also play saxophone on the side and my wrist would pain even when playing my sax. I started using the vertical mouse 2 about a month ago, and I'm very happy to report that I'm pain free now. This mouse has likely saved me from a costly and painful surgery down the road. Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful product." - - Paul McIntyre
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