# Vertical Mouse Is Ergonomically Correct WOWPEN Traveler By Alex Covert | Published 2007-11-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-mouse-wowpen-traveler References: [popgadget.net](http://www.popgadget.net/2007/11/mousepen.php) & [wow-pen](http://www.wow-pen.com/) Companies continue to tinker around with [computer mouse designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergonomic-computer-mouse). And why not? What single object is used more than a mouse? For work. For play. WOW Technology feels the same way. They created a [vertical mouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-pro-click-v2-vertical-edition) that is ergonomically correct - eliminating unnecessary strain on wrists and reducing carpal tunnel syndrome. The mouse is even coated with [silver nano](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livaro-tech-nanoflow-i2-air) that acts as an anti-bacterial surface. Will this be the new design of the future or another 'great idea' that never takes hold? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vertical Mouse Design:** The trend of developing vertical mouse designs presents opportunities for companies to improve ergonomics and reduce strain on wrists. - **Ergonomic Technology:** The trend of incorporating ergonomic features in technology products opens up avenues for companies to enhance user comfort and prevent health issues like carpal tunnel syndrome. - **Anti-bacterial Surfaces:** The trend of integrating anti-bacterial surfaces, such as silver nano coatings, into products offers opportunities for companies to promote cleanliness and hygiene in their offerings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Computer Hardware:** The computer hardware industry can explore innovative vertical mouse designs to meet the increasing demand for ergonomic solutions in the market. - **Technology Accessories:** The technology accessories industry can develop and market ergonomic products with anti-bacterial features to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Healthcare and Wellness:** The healthcare and wellness industry can leverage antibacterial technologies to create specialized computer peripherals that promote user health and hygiene. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Discomfort Prevention Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-ergonomic-mouse.md) - [Contoured Ergonomics Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-lift-vertical-mouse.md) - [Ergonomic Wireless Vertical Mouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/em11-rgb.md) - [Health-Conscious Mouse Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergo-ergonomic-mouse-concept.md) - [Angled Productivity PC Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hansker-vertical-mouse.md) - [Pocket-Sized Ergonomic Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizontal-mouse.md) - [Minimalist Ergonomic Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-m5.md) - [Ergonomic Scroll Mouse Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slidermouse-pro.md) - [Ergonomic Productivity Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-pro-click-v2-vertical-edition.md)