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Kensington Orbit

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
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Pros

  • ergonomic shape that feels very comfortable to use
  • makes it certainly more comfortable to use the trackball
  • fast and just feel great while using it

Cons

  • it lacks onboard memory
  • the trackballs have quite a large group of fans
  • Trackball has left and right mouse button

Key specs

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Kensington Orbit - Pros & Cons

Kensington Orbit

Pros

  • ergonomic shape that feels very comfortable to use
  • makes it certainly more comfortable to use the trackball
  • fast and just feel great while using it
  • It s also very affordable
  • The cursor movement is also smooth and precise
  • It also feels more comfortable to use
  • a trackball is precise enough for virtually any normal use scenarios
  • The scrolling experience feels very smooth and precise
  • Feels well-built and comfortable
  • its scroll ring feels very precise and easy to use
  • it feels well-built and comfortable

Cons

  • it lacks onboard memory
  • the trackballs have quite a large group of fans
  • Trackball has left and right mouse button
  • lack of dedicated middle mouse button definitely contributes to this second caught fault
  • it is not easy to switch to another pointing device
  • Trackball Orbit does not have a middle mouse button
  • lack of a built-in scroll wheel or ring was awkward
  • Kensington Orbit may be a little on the wide side
  • Logitech Trackman has no built-in way to scroll
  • Kensington Orbit has a built-in scroll ring
  • It does not store any personal data

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Kensington Orbit - Full Specifications

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General
Type of motion sensorTrackball
Device interface
Radio
PurposeOffice
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Features
Plug and Playyes
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Dimensions
Width3.39 in
Height4.25 in
Depth1.34 in
Weight6.7 oz
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Power
Power sourceBatteries
Battery type
R6
Number of batteries supported2
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Technical details
Buttons typePressed buttons
Scroll wheelyes
Number of wheels1
Scroll typeBall
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Connectivity
Receiver typeNano receiver
Wireless receiver interfaceUSB Type-A
Nano/Unifying receiveryes
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Form factorAmbidextrous
Surface colorationMonotone

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Kensington Orbit Kensington - Editorial Reviews (6)

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Kensington Orbit Kensington Orbit Wireless Trackball with Scroll Ring Review
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Published: 11.10.2021
Kensington Orbit Wireless Trackball with Scroll Ring Review

The Kensington Orbit wireless trackball doesn't differ that much from the model that the manufacturer has released about a decade ago, but there is one

Kensington Orbit Kensington Orbit Trackball with Scroll Ring
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Published: 28.03.2011
Kensington Orbit Trackball with Scroll Ring

If you're tired of mouse-related wrist injuries but don't like trackballs because of the lack of a scroll wheel, then the Orbit Trackball makes a lot of sense at a surprisingly acceptable price.

Kensington Orbit Kensington Orbit Fusion Wireless Trackball Review - Nerd Techy
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Published: 23.10.2020
Kensington Orbit Fusion Wireless Trackball Review - Nerd Techy
4.6

If you’re in the market for a new mouse, there are probably no more options than you know what to do with. How do you separate one wireless mouse from another? One thing to look for is the quality of construction. Is it durable or cheap? Will it last you for a long time? Another thing to look for is accuracy. In other words, does the mouse move slowly or quickly when it’s operated? You could look for a lot of customizable buttons, or a design that’s made for big hands. One other factor to look at is how the

Kensington Orbit Kensington Orbit Wireless Trackball with Scroll Ring Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 10.12.2021
Kensington Orbit Wireless Trackball with Scroll Ring Review
3.9

The Kensington Orbit Wireless Trackball with Scroll Ring is a stationary, wireless trackball mouse designed for office and productivity tasks. It comes with a de...

Kensington Orbit Kensington Orbit Fusion Wireless Trackball review - The Gadgeteer
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The Gadgeteer
Published: 26.11.2020
Kensington Orbit Fusion Wireless Trackball review - The Gadgeteer

REVIEW - Many years ago I had a Kensington Orbit trackball, like this one.  At the time, I thought it amazing.  It was more precise than the mice of the day,

Kensington Orbit Kensington Orbit Wireless review: A great starter trackball that won't break the bank
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Windows Central
Published: 30.09.2021
Kensington Orbit Wireless review: A great starter trackball that won't break the bank
4.0

A great mid-range trackball without the cable.

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