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A3 Trackball Educational Level: All Type of Media: Disk Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Mouse Systems Corporation (510-656-1117) This mouse offers ultra-smooth fingertip control and triple-mode operation for use on a Macintosh. The three-button control panel gives you three times the functionality. All ADB Macintosh computers must have an operating system of 6.0.5 or later for 3-button control or 6.0 without. Comes with A3 Trackball, Mouse Systems software on a 3.5” floppy disk and a user’s guide.
Cruise Cat Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Cirque corporation www.cirque.com Cruise the Internet faster and more comfortably with this device. The Cruise Cat has buttons that allow the user to launch the browser, e-mail and use media controls instantly. Allows for effortless scrolling in documents and web pages. For use with Windows 95, 98, NT 4.0, 2000 and XP.
EasyBall Mouse Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD/Disk Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Microsoft Corporation and distributed by Don Johnston, Inc. This is an easy-to-use mouse that gives users a device that requires less fine-motor control, making positioning the mouse cursor easier. It is ruggedly built so that it can be used on the desktop or held on the user's lap. Both the EasyBall and another Microsoft-compatible pointing device can be connected (each in its own port) and operated at the same time. EasyBall can be installed by using a 3.5” floppy or a CD. Also included on the CD is Freddie Fish.
Easy Cat USB Touchpad Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Cirque Corporation www.cirque.com This USB Touchpad allows the user to just point and tap with no need to install software. There is no pressure required to use this device. It requires less arm and wrist movement than a typical mouse. Can be used with Windows and Macintosh (requires Macintosh OS 8.5 or later) computers with a USB port.
Eliminator AfterShock Game Pad Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Kensington Technology Group www.gravis.com This device is designed to deliver superb control, comfort and durability to make games more fun.
Eliminator GamePad Pro Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Kensington Technology Group www.gravis.com The Eliminator GamePad Pro is designed to deliver superb control, comfort and durability to make games more fun. It features rubberized, ribbed handles, four front flipper buttons, four action buttons and start and select buttons. Also, with the easy-to-use Gravis Xperience Software, the user can assign his or her favorite commands to the ten programmable buttons.
Gravis Mac GamePad Educational Level: All Type of Media: Disk Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Advanced Gravis Computer Technology Ltd. The Gravis Mac GamePad offers fast digital action and custom controls, giving users an edge in games. The Mac GamePad’s easy-to-use control panel software allows users to create custom settings for each game. Included is a Y-connector for additional ADB devices. Computers must have Macintosh OS 6.0.7 or higher to operate the GamePad.
Headmaster for Macintosh Educational Level: All Type of Media: Disk Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Personics Corporation (617-897-1575) HeadMaster replaces the keyboard and mouse with technology that lets the user type and move the cursor with small, simple head movements and no mouth stick. The user just has to turn their head a few degrees to operate hundreds of popular software programs available for the Macintosh.
iStick, Macally USB Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Mace Group, Inc. www.macally.com iStick is 100% compatible with Macintosh OS 8.5 or higher. It features a switch for easy control. It is easy to install and has an excellent feel and shape.
Joystick, Mini Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Tash International, Inc. The Mini Joystick is a hand-held device for Macintosh users.
Joystick, Roller II (USB) Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Penny & Giles CP Division The Roller II Joystick was designed to run on PS/2- and USB-compatible machines and will auto-detect either PS/2 or USB, dependant on the host computer. Color-coded buttons match the three-switch sockets located on the back of the unit. The Roller II Joystick comes with alternative joystick handles (soft ball and T) and a PS/2 to USB adapter.
Joystick, Switch-Adapted Mouse (SAM) for Macintosh Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD/Disk Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: RJ Cooper & Associates www.rjcooper.com This is a high quality joystick that accepts any switch that ends in a 1/8” plug. The switch then performs the same function as the button (left, right, or middle), to which the switch is plugged in. It comes with utility, activity and training software.
Joystick, with Pad Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Tash International, Inc. This joystick offers a pad that can be used to activate a switch.
Smart Cat Touchpad Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Cirque Corporation www.cirque.com The Smart Cat Touchpad allows the user to scroll vertically and horizontally using one touch. It also has buttons that can be personalized. It is 100% compatible with Macintosh OS 8.5 or higher. It features a switch for easy control. It is easy to install and has an excellent feel and shape.
Stingray Macintosh Trackball Educational Level: All Type of Media: Disk Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: CoStar Corporation The Stingray combines the performance advantages of a trackball with an ergonomic design that is comfortable for every hand size. A pass-through ADB port gives you the option of chaining another ADB device such as your standard mouse. System requirements: Macintosh with ADB Interface running System 6 or 7.
SuperMouse Educational Level: All Type of Media: Disk Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Interlink Electronics SuperMouse’s desktop cradle is shaped to fit your hand, right or left. It is a multi-purpose mouse that can be used on the desktop or as a portable unit out of the cradle. Using the VersaPoint software, the device can be rotated in the “up” pointing direction of the portable unit to make a simple hand-held cursor controller. System requirements: IBM PC, PS/2 or compatible PC running MS-DOS 2.0, Windows 3.0, OS/2 2.0 or newer operating systems.
Thumbelina Mini Trackball (PC and Mac) Educational Level: All Type of Media: Disk with PC Version Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Fellowes Computerware This miniature trackball can be used as a hand-held device or as a presentation device.
Touch Free Switch Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Riverdeep Interactive Learning www.riverdeep.net The TouchFree Switch is a "no-touch" input device that allows users to trigger mouse clicks without applying pressure.
Tracer Head Mouse Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD, Disk Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Boost Technology, LLC www.boosttechnology.com A student’s head movements control this computer mouse. Tracer uses GyroPoint Technology, based on a solid-state sensor that detects the student's natural head motions to precisely control the curser on the screen.
Trackball, Expert Mouse for PCs Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Kensington Technology Group www.kensington.com This device has a large ball and oversized buttons for greater comfort and control. It requires less hand and arm movement because the user only moves the ball, not the entire device. System Requirements: Windows 3.1or 95.
Trackball, Kensington Orbit for Macintosh (USB/ADB) Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Kensington Technology Group www.maccessories.com Orbit looks like a mouse, feels like a mouse and is as easy to use as a mouse. But Orbit is a trackball, so there is less hand and arm movement, and more comfort and control. Orbit will work with the computer you have today (ADB) and the one you'll have tomorrow (USB).
Trackball, Kensington Orbit (USB/PS2) Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Kensington Technology Group www.maaccessories.com Orbit looks like a mouse, feels like a mouse and is as easy to use as a mouse. But Orbit is a trackball, so there is less hand and arm movement, and more comfort and control. Orbit will work with the computer you have today (PS/2) and the one you'll have tomorrow (USB).
Trackball, KidTRAC (Mac and Windows versions) Educational Level: All Type of Media: Disk Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: MicroSpeed, Inc. www.microspeed.com The low profile case of the Kid-TRAC acts as a natural hand rest, mirroring the natural contour of the user’s hand. It is designed to easily accommodate both right and left-hand users, as well as different size hands. The user doesn’t need to move his/her arm or rotate their wrist from side to side to move the curser. Older Mac versions come with the ADB splitter.
Trackball, Roller II Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Macintosh/Windows Publisher/Company: Penny & Giles Computer Products. www.TRAXSYS.com The Roller II has been designed to run on PS/2- and USB-compatible machines. The unit was designed to improve computer access where the user may have difficulties with a conventional mouse or prefer the ease of use of this product. The unit is a direct mouse replacement and does not require any additional driver software.
Trackball, Turbo Mouse for Macintosh Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Kensington Technology Group www.kensington.com Turbo Mouse Trackball, the easy, single-click solution to repetitive mouse tasks, comes complete with connections for USB and ADB ports. It has an oversized ball that provides the user with the greatest precision with the least effort. Works on a Macintosh computer with a USB port running Mac OS 8.1 or later, or Macintosh or Power Macintosh computer (or compatible) with ADB port running System 7.5.5 or later.
Trackball, Turbo Mouse Pro Wireless Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Macintosh Publisher/Company: Kensington Technology Group www.kensington.com This wireless trackball goes where you want to use it for personalized comfort and wireless freedom. Non-line-of-sight radio frequency (RF) connection, similar to that used by cordless phones, lets you move your trackball off the desk and work anywhere within 6’ of your computer.
Tracker Educational Level: All Type of Media: N/A Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Fellows Computerware www.fellowes.com This small device is ideal for laptops and perfect for presentations. It is ergonomically designed for easy left- or right-hand operation, compact and lightweight. System Requirements: Dos 2.0, Windows 3.1or 95.
TrackIR, Natural Point Educational Level: All Type of Media: CD Computer Platform: Windows Publisher/Company: Eye Control Technologies, Inc. www.naturalpoint.com This device was designed to track infrared light reflected from a dot on the user’s forehead, glasses, or headset. By tracking the dot, the sensor sends signals to the computer to perform functions that would be performed by a computer mouse. It also allows the user a variety of menu options that can be pre-set to access a number of keyboard keys. System requirements: Windows 98SE, Windows ME, or Windows 2000.