Clearly no mouse will be able to fit "every" hand but by having multiple sizes available it is usually possible to find a close fit. The Penguin ® is compatible with Linux, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8. Ergonomic mice are designed to encourage your hand into a more comfortable, neutral position so you can work for longer without discomfort.

Ergonomic mice come in many different variants, including vertical mice, roll bar mice, trackball mice, contoured mice and multimedia computer controllers for editors. A: There is an auto ‘power save’ with the Wireless Penguin ® (only) that will turn the illuminated ‘P’ logo off after approximately 20 seconds of the mouse being inactive. This limits the need to move your hand between the mouse and keyboard, a movement which can cause aches and pains in the shoulders and back.Mouse design influences the forearm position - a standard mouse requires the hand to be held in a pronated position. To choose the correct size, simply measure your hand from the first crease from your wrist to the tip of your middle finger. Any button can be disabled by installing the driver and selecting the None function at the top of the pull-down menu.

Pointer speed indicators - top mounted LEDs show through the chrome thumb rest to indicate selected pointer speed including extra low (XL), low (LO), MD (medium), to high (HI). A: As well as a soft touch and feel Precision Scroll Wheel (C), the Penguin ® Mouse has an Auto Scroll feature.Note: It is advised to switch to the ‘OFF’ position if the Penguin ® is to be transported as this will conserve power. In the picture to the right you can see how the bones of the forearm are forced to twist over each other when adopting a the palm down positioning (i. The unique “handle grip” protects against a range of upper limb conditions such as RSI and Carpal Tunnel by putting the working arm in a natural position and not allowing the bones in the forearm to cross over. The Penguin Ambidextrous Vertical Mouse lays claim to being the World's First Ambidextrous Vertical Mouse. The shape is thoughtfully sculpted for uncompromised comfort and easy-to-reach programmable buttons.

Improved thumb rest -the thumb rest has been reshaped to provide even more comfort over earlier versions. Many of our models have adjustable settings depending on what functions you need when you use the computer. This position can reduce or eliminate the constant tension that is placed upon the tissues and tendons of the forearm when in the common "palm down" orientation. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE WILL THE COMPANY, ITS AFFILIATES, SUBSIDIARIES, RELATED ENTITIES, RESELLERS OR THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS OR EMPLOYEES OR THOSE PERSONS FOR WHOM THEY ARE BY LAW RESPONSIBLE, BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUBSTAINED IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT. Ambidextrous Design- Central 'bow-tie' switch allows for easy transition between right and left handed use.As can be seen in the upper illustration to the right, when the hand is placed on the Penguin Ambidextrous Vertical Mouse the twist of the bones is eliminated, tissues are no longer pinched, and the tension along the tendons is released.