Ploopy Unveils Its Most Compact Open-Source Trackball with Extra Button

Published on January 08, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Compact open-source Ploopy trackball showing its minimalist design, additional button, and disassemblable structure for custom modifications

Ploopy presents its most compact trackball with open source code and additional button

The renowned brand Ploopy has revolutionized the market with the launch of its latest creation: an open-source trackball that sets new standards in portability and customization. This device not only retains all the features of open hardware but also incorporates an additional button that exponentially expands its configuration possibilities. DIY enthusiasts can modify both the firmware and the physical structure to create the perfect tool according to their specific requirements. 🎯

Innovation in reduced dimensions

The main focus of this novel model lies in its minimalist size, positioning it as the most portable trackball in the entire Ploopy range. Despite its compact proportions, the team does not sacrifice performance or precision, offering an exceptional daily use experience. The construction combines elegance with robustness, ensuring it withstands frequent transfers without compromising its functionality.

Highlights of the design:
  • Ultralight structure optimized for constant transport
  • Improved tracking precision in reduced space
  • High-resistance materials for prolonged durability
The developer community celebrates this evolution as the perfect balance between portability and extreme customization capability.

Unlimited potential through open source

Being an open-source device, users have access to all technical documentation: manufacturing plans, complete electronic diagrams, and full source code. This absolute transparency enables modifications ranging from reconfiguring buttons to completely redesigning the casing. The active community continuously shares innovative improvements, fostering a collaborative development ecosystem that constantly enriches the available functionalities.

Advantages of the open-source model:
  • Full access to schematics and modifiable firmware
  • Possibility of deep physical and electronic alterations
  • Community library of customizations and improvements

Considerations on customization

It is important to consider that the almost unlimited customization power can become an absorbing project. Users might find that they invest more time modifying the device than using it for their main tasks. However, these hours of dedication represent a valuable investment in creating the ideal hardware, where each adjustment brings the device closer to the perfect configuration for each individual workflow. 💻