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If you haven't already tried out a vertical mouse, Anker makes one for about $20 that works great. I use it at work and would never want to go back. If you have any symptoms of RSI or wrist pain do consider getting one.

Their power packs are great, too.

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I bought the first gen one a few weeks ago. The scroll wheel failed within the first week (middle click still worked).

I just bought the second gen one, and it seems to be going alright so far.

As an aside regarding Anker, I left a review on the original mouse on Amazon saying how the scroll wheel wasn't working and got an email with a day from Anker confirming my address to send out a new one.

It hasn't arrived yet, but I was pleased with their customer service in that regard (I didn't expect it, hence ordering a new one!)

I want to try it out but https://amzn.com/B00BIFNTMC says "Note: This mouse is not compatible with Mac OS X El Capitan." Hm... can anyone confirm or deny?

It also says the thumb buttons can't be used in OS X, but I haven't been able to get them to work on my MS mouses either, so I can ignore that.

I'm using mine right now, and love it.

When I started experiencing forearm pain a few months ago, I bought several vertical mice from different manufacturers. The Anker was the clear winner for me. It fits the best in my hand and is shaped so I can easily lift it up and re-position it.

I love their vertical mouse. I used the $160 one that people like to get and the $20 one is just as good for what I need it to do. It fits my hand perfectly too.

I also love their $15 wireless mini keyboard too. Super light and nice, responsive keys that are comfortable to type on.

Anker makes awesome stuff!

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