Jens Gerken HCI Group, University of Konstanz Box D-73 78457 Konstanz, Germany jens.gerken@uni-konstanz.de Hans-Joachim Bieg HCI Group, University of Konstanz Box D-73 78457 Konstanz, Germany hans-joachim.bieg@uni-konstanz.de Stefan Dierdorf HCI Group, University of Konstanz Box D-73 78457 Konstanz, Germany stefan.dierdorf@uni-konstanz.de Harald Reiterer HCI Group, University of Konstanz Box D-73 78457 Konstanz, Germany harald.reiterer@uni-konstanz.de In this paper we present our experiences with longitudinal study designs for input device evaluation. In this domain, analyzing learning is currently the main reason for applying longitudinal designs. We will shortly discuss related research questions and outline two case studies in which we used different approaches to address this issue. Finally, we will point out future research tasks in the context of longitudinal evaluation methods. Keywords Pointing device, laser-pointer, longitudinal data, evaluation, retention task, transfer task ...