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The MX Vertical: Logitech’s New Ergonomic Mouse Form Factor Uses a “Handshake” Position

In an effort to combat wrist strain and carpal tunnel syndrome, the designers at Logitech have created a radical-looking mouse, the MX Vertical, whose main axis is tilted upwards at 57 degrees. This places your wrist in a more natural “handshake” position, which looks weird, but seems to make good sense:

The company claims the design change “[reduces] muscular activity by up to 10 percent compared to a standard mouse without any loss in overall performance. The comfort form is designed to fit a variety of hand shapes and sizes, while the textured rubber surface and thumb rest ensure a solid and natural grip.” Furthermore, they state that the product “provides a best-in-class 4,000 DPI high-precision sensor, resulting in up to 4x less hand movement.”

Ergonomic comfort doesn’t come cheap, of course: The MX Vertical will retail for $100 when it comes out next month.