Apple files for 'Magic Trackpad' trademark
Apple sure likes that word 'magic' lately. We already have the Magic Mouse, and soon we may have a 'Magic Trackpad'. That's the word from the Patently Apple website that keeps an eye on these sometimes mysterious Apple filings. Apple wants to have the rights to 'Magic Trackpad', and wants to make sure no one else can can get their sweaty little hands on it.No one knows exactly what this thing is for, or where it might be used. It could be for the new iPad, or something for the upcoming laptop refresh. It could well be an extension of the work Apple has done on multitouch, or something completely different. Apple has filed under International Classification 009 which includes touchscreen and trackpad tech, so it's possible that they're just covering their bases on their current products, and nailing down a marketing name in advance.
Frankly, we're not quite sure what else Apple's trackpads can do to be any more magic -- you've already got the gestures, the multitouch, and vast application support. What's next -- a genie that appears when you swipe it just right?
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Apple sure likes that word 'magic' lately. We already have the Magic Mouse, and soon we may have a 'Magic Trackpad'. That's the word from...
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maybe a trackpad the size of the mac mini so you can put it on top or simply beside the keyboard? would be neat compared to the magic mouse which i still find difficult to use.
February 27 2010 at 6:05 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI'd like to see USB wired and wireless (bluetooth) versions of the trackpad - and built to match the existing Apple keyboards.
And while they are at it, they could offer it built into their existing USB keyboard where the 10-key pad is - in wired and wireless versions.
The wireless version would make it much easier for remote operations (i.e. PVR, movies, etc.) just having a single control device.
PLEASE PLEASE please Apple: make a wireless keyboard with the trackpad so I can use my mac mini with my HDTV. Hunting and pecking the virtual keyboard on the Apple TV is pure torture! Imagine a full keyboard with a trackpad in your lap while navigating internet content on a 50" screen so everybody can watch. It's time. DO IT!
March 21 2010 at 5:43 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyHow about a bluetooth magic trackpad. So that you can operate your mac from the couch or while standing?
February 27 2010 at 10:42 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyIt could be an app that makes the entire iPad a large wifi/bluetooth trackpad for your Mac.
February 27 2010 at 10:02 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyWhat GatorBait3 and Johnny G said - This name sounds exactly like that.
Me want. Me want it with bluetooth.
It could be a large scale trackpad to make the whole thing flush and smooth?
February 26 2010 at 11:12 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI would love to see a standalone "magic trackpad" that you could plug into your new USB apple keyboard and use that for external touch manipulation. That would be just perfect. Heres hoping.
February 26 2010 at 11:06 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI want a "free standing" Apple trackpad .. with the same specs and feel as the one used on the current Apple MacBookPro laptops .... to replace the mouse on my Mini!!!
February 26 2010 at 10:05 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyApple should also make a Bluetooth number pad that matches the design of their Bluetooth keyboard. This would be great for MacBook owners who need a physical number pad.
I think the magic trackpad will be an option for desktop users who prefer a trackpad over a mouse. Just like you have laptop users who like to use a mouse.
I wish Apple would make something like the optimus keyboard.
I guess magic is the new "i"
February 26 2010 at 8:47 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyHot Apps on TUAW
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