3Dconnexion SpaceBall Reviews & Tests

These devices have been available for years for CAD users, but only recently has 3Dconnexion released drivers and plug-ins that allow them to work with entertainment-focused applications such as 3DS Max, Maya, Softimage|XSI, and Photoshop.

Potentially alleviates RSI in the left hand by spreading work over both hands. Comfortable to use.

No real benefit in terms of speed or efficiency when working in Maya, Max or Cinema 4D. No OS X support yet.

The true benefit of these controllers is that they enable you to divide up the work more evenly between right and left hands. This is clearly better for your health - RSI would be reduced if you switched to a full two-handed input set-up. For some, the...