Got my trackball today.
this post was submitted on 29 Nov 2024
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Yep! Having a great time with it.
I've been meaning to move on up from mechs to ergomechs but the analysis paralysis is real lmao This one seems like a top contender though. You ever try anything else like the Dygma Defy or the Moonlander or anything?
No, this is actually my first split/ergo keyboard. I considered the Moonlander as well, but figured I'd go straight for the endgame, haha. The keywells really work great. My hands are on the larger side though, so I can reach all the keys with ease.
$626 AUD, Jesus Christ.
Got to spend your money on something, right? I figured it's a tool I'm using for 8 hours a day to make a living, so it's worth it to avoid more tendonitis/RSI.
Oh, absolutely. I agree with you. Cheaper than treatment and having to put up with pain and issues in perpetuity.
I don’t type enough, even when I do I don’t touch type properly (using ye old “blind chicken hawk” technique”). Thus, I can’t justify this for my situation.
If this is part of your job, this is value for money in the end, if the quality is there.