I got a magic trackpad as a gift... didn't plan on using it much. However, since I do a great deal of my daily computing on my macbook, it was only natural to use the trackpad with my iMac as well. I positioned the trackpad in front of my keyboard, just like a macbook. I also dremeled a hole in my keyboard tray to allow the trackpad to sit flush with the keyboard and not angled. See photo.
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Planning on an iMac, so mouse or trackpad?
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SaSaSushi
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I tried out a Magic Trackpad and wasn't overly impressed. I have the full wired Apple keyboard with the number pad anyway so I don't have room to use one in addition to my Magic Mouse. I need the precision of the mouse.
Despite all the negativity I read about it, the Magic Mouse has been great for me. Even with my large hands I don't find it the least bit uncomfortable. I wonder if some of those complaining are trying to grip the mouse, which would defeat the multi-touch function anyway. I grasp mine between my thumb and ring finger when moving it, with my index and middle fingers hovering over the surface for gestures. The heel of my palm rests on the edge of the keyboard tray. With BetterTouchTool I have about 12 different gestures assigned to finger swipes, clicks and taps.
It works perfectly for me and now I find it very difficult to work on other computers without a Magic Mouse, constantly trying to subconsciously do finger swipes.
I have a very ergonomical Logitech MX Revolution mouse that I used prior to the Magic Mouse and haven't missed it. I gave it to the wife to use with her PC.
Despite all the negativity I read about it, the Magic Mouse has been great for me. Even with my large hands I don't find it the least bit uncomfortable. I wonder if some of those complaining are trying to grip the mouse, which would defeat the multi-touch function anyway. I grasp mine between my thumb and ring finger when moving it, with my index and middle fingers hovering over the surface for gestures. The heel of my palm rests on the edge of the keyboard tray. With BetterTouchTool I have about 12 different gestures assigned to finger swipes, clicks and taps.
It works perfectly for me and now I find it very difficult to work on other computers without a Magic Mouse, constantly trying to subconsciously do finger swipes.
I have a very ergonomical Logitech MX Revolution mouse that I used prior to the Magic Mouse and haven't missed it. I gave it to the wife to use with her PC.
left hand trackpad, right hand 3M ergonomic mouse. best of both worlds (and both take some time to get used to). wired apple keyboard.
I've got both, the trackpad rocks (Magicmouse wasn't bad). In these threads you'll get both opinions, but I think people who use a laptop/pad well go for the trackpad, maybe desktoppers the mouse.
Thanks guys. Getting it today, and can't wait to see my daughters face. Getting the trackpad and a USB Logitech mouse.
doktordoris
macrumors 6502a
🙂Have to wait till tomorrow. My regular dealer was not willing to swap mouse for trackpad, so spoke to another store, who said that he has a 4th anniv sale tomorrow. 10% flat off for first 30 customers, so will pick up tomorrow.
doktordoris
macrumors 6502a
Loved it. Took her to the store saying that I wanted to buy some accessories, and she was completely shocked when I picked up the Mac.
Got the trackpad, and need to sell the mouse now. In India, apparently you don't get a choice, but I got the 10% discount which was great.
Can't get her away from the mac now.