Mice - Bluetooth

[SHebert]

Put me down for 3 Bluetooth Trackmans

[scottric]

I am also looking for a a Bluetooth Trackman. I have owned at least four generations of trackmans, from the PS/2 three button no scroll, then the slightly modified scroll, then the dark gray USB ( which is in my bag now ), to the Wireless, which is actually attached to my Home Media PC so I can surf from the couch.

My new laptop needs a Bluetooth trackman. If one is not available soon, I may just have to pick up some parts from my local electronics store and see what I can do myself. If it comes down to that, I will document the whole process and share it here for the benefit of others.

But I am hoping first that Logitech beats me too it. I was first in line to by the MX Laser mouse when it was released, so I would not mind waiting outside the store on release day for this either.

[Thumber]

I heartily agree ... I would TREASURE a Bluetooth Trackman.  Holy cow, 30ft range and no dongle for the laptop?  Sign me up.  And Logitech, were you aware that the Trackman was the ultimate recliner friendly pointing device?  Mice roll off the couch arm, but a Trackman stays put.

We need bluetooth lovin!!  Not like you haven't known that since 2006 ... two frickin years ago.  Sheesh.

[Geo54155]

I thought we lived in a capitalist society. Why does this product have no traction? I would replace all 3 of my wireless marble for bluetooth ones. What can possibly be the problem? A trackball is perfect for a laptop and frankly great for all PCs.

Bluetooth!

Bluetooth!!

Bluetooth!!!

[Glaucus]

I just went out of my way to create an account just so I can join in and say, PLEASE, LOGITECH, BUILD ME A BLUETOOTH TRACKBALL DEVICE!

Honestly, I think they're missing out here. Yes, many people don't like the trackball, however, a mouse is inconvenient in many cases as well. Laptops for instance could benefit greatly as people like to use thier laptops wherever, not just on a desktop which is a prerequisite for using a mouse. For me, I'd like it mostly for using with a home theater and don't really want to use the mouse on the coffee table. Yes, I know Logitech is building new keyboards with touch pads that emulate a mouse, but the main reason people want mice/trackballs for laptops is because touchpads are far less then ideal. I think Logitech should consider two trackball models: Entry level wired model and a higher level BT model. not sure what the holdup is.

[amjibaly]

I'm also a big fan of the trackman and disappointed that there have been no design updates or bluetooth capabilities yet. This is one of the best input devices I've ever used but it doesn't seem like Logitech is going to ever release a new version of it.

[sky9090]

I too registered with this website to post my comments about the trackman.

1.  We need bluetooth.

2.  We need a smaller portable version to take with us on the road.

PLEASE for petes sakes.

[souperchan]

I would buy TWO Bluetooth Trackmans if they were $200 a piece. No lie. Logitech, please take my money.

[aseglkjaheul]

I'd love to buy 2 of these hypothetical bluetooth trackballs.


A couple people have mentioned trying to make their own. I am interested in this too, but it's a larger undertaking than I think myself capable unassisted.

I suspect that we could connect a bluetooth controller from some mouse into a trackball. My Microsoft trackball seems to be mostly empty space inside, so there'd be plenty of space for kludge-y wiring. I can solder it myself, but would need help designing the interface.

I've never written drivers before, but would learn if we have a way to create such a device. I've got a good book with a chapter the subject. If we use a trackball and bluetooth controller that already have Linux drivers, then it shouldn't be too hard to write something for 'em combined.


But I'd rather pay $100 each and not have to do that. Seriously, it sounds like a pain. A pain I can enjoy using for years, and a pain I can put on my resume (and e-bay), but a pain none the less.

[magnuspraeda]

I, too, have registered here just to join in the chorus of people wanting BT trackballs. I've had a number of Trackmen over the years and would love to have a BT version to take with me and use with my MacBook Pro.