[SOLVED] Magic TrackPad

[musical marv]

Any members using the Magic Track Pad and what are the pros and cons? Thanks

 

[JustSomeJoe]

Yep, I use one, it's the same as using a MBP TrackPad (but bigger), good for applications that make use of Gestures (like Safari) and rubbish for others (like Pages) where the MagicMouse is a better option.

 

[halcyon]

Yeahp, it simpy adds the convenience you have with your MacBook Pro's trackpad to the Mac Pro and iMac. It's a large surface for gesturing but the trackpad on your 13" MacBook Pro remains second to none. There's no benefit for you to get a Magic Trackpad unless you're planning on getting an external monitor and keyboard and want to compute with your MBP's lid closed.

 

[bwrlane]

For me, magic trackpad with Lion is an unbeatable combination. I now use it for almost everything, even though I do have a magic mouse.

 

[musical marv]

Yeahp, it simpy adds the convenience you have with your MacBook Pro's trackpad to the Mac Pro and iMac. It's a large surface for gesturing but the trackpad on your 13" MacBook Pro remains second to none. There's no benefit for you to get a Magic Trackpad unless you're planning on getting an external monitor and keyboard and want to compute with your MBP's lid closed.

I thought it will help my severe wrist pain on my right hand by using it. Thanks

 

[halcyon]

It may, but I'm not sure it would more than using the MBP's own trackpad. You may also want to look at using an ergonomic mouse, if you're not doing so already... http://www.fentek-ind.com/ergmouse.htm

 

[musical marv]

It may, but I'm not sure it would more than using the MBP's own trackpad. You may also want to look at using an ergonomic mouse, if you're not doing so already... I]http://www.fentek-ind.com/ergmouse.htm

I am using a mouse pad with a gel wrist on it. The ergonomic pad was not that good for me. Any more suggestions. Thanks Marv

 

[halcyon]

I am using a mouse pad with a gel wrist on it. The ergonomic pad was not that good for me. Any more suggestions. Thanks Marv

Microsoft used to make a ergnomic mouse but it looks like it didn't sell well and they no longer make it. I think those listed at the Fentek site are probably some of your most ergonomic solutions today.

 

[musical marv]

Microsoft used to make a ergnomic mouse but it looks like it didn't sell well and they no longer make it. I think those listed at the Fentek site are probably some of your most ergonomic solutions today.

Someone told me if i use the LION OS there is less pressure for my right wrist to have pain because there is not that much scrolling to do. Thanks Marv

 

[halcyon]

Someone told me if i use the LION OS there is less pressure for my right wrist to have pain because there is not that much scrolling to do. Thanks Marv

I think someone is deceiving you. I can't see where scrolling has been reduced in Lion and I use it every day. If you're still using 10.6.8 that's great, its a solid OS. I don't think you're missing anything of consequence on 10.7. ...just my opinion.

 

[musical marv]

I think someone is deceiving you. I can't see where scrolling has been reduced in Lion and I use it every day. If you're still using 10.6.8 that's great, its a solid OS. I don't think you're missing anything of consequence on 10.7. ...just my opinion.

Thanks I value your opinion quite a bit. I am just thinking about my wrist pain.

 

[halcyon]

Thanks I value your opinion quite a bit. I am just thinking about my wrist pain.

How's the wrist pain while using your Mac Pro's touchpad? Is it less than using a conventional mouse?

 

[musical marv]

How's the wrist pain while using your Mac Pro's touchpad? Is it less than using a conventional mouse?

I take a medication the doctor gave me a type of anti-inflammatory gel and therapy also. I scroll a lot reading the Huffington Post and other news also. I have 2 mousepads with gel which I use also. A mouse really does not alleviate the pain. Thanks Marv

 

[starzty]

3m makes a joystick style which would have your wrist at a different orientation. There are companies which supply bar mice which some people use at my work. You navigate by sliding and rolling but they are quite expensive.
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/ergonomics/home/products/ergonomicmouse/
http://www.thehumansolution.com/rollermouse.html

 

[musical marv]

3m makes a joystick style which would have your wrist at a different orientation. There are companies which supply bar mice which some people use at my work. You navigate by sliding and rolling but they are quite expensive.
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/ergonomics/home/products/ergonomicmouse/
http://www.thehumansolution.com/rollermouse.html

Thanks appreciate this information you posted here.

 

[musical marv]

How's the wrist pain while using your Mac Pro's touchpad? Is it less than using a conventional mouse?

If you were me personally would you sell your mbp that I bought 7 months ago account of this pain or keep it? Thanks Marv

 

[halcyon]

If you were me personally would you sell your mbp that I bought 7 months ago account of this pain or keep it? Thanks Marv

That's hard to say. If its increasing the pain or causing further damage I'd say be careful. However, are you going to stop using a computer? I'd say continue to look into getting some more ergonomic input devices and see if that helps. I can't imagine not having a computer.

Now, could an iPad/tablet meet your needs and be more comfortable to use? Perhaps.

 

[starzty]

At the heart of it, the macbook pro is not an unusual laptop. You won't have a markedly different experience with other touchpads or configurations with the possible exception of an intellipoint cursor(Thinkpads.) Using an external mouse is probably the best bet. I know a lot of long time desktop users that simply don't use their touchpads because of wrist pain or habit.
I'd keep the laptop and carry an external mouse if it were me. I'd most likely get one of the gyroscopic mice so i could use it at any orientation. www.gyration.com

 

[musical marv]

That's hard to say. If its increasing the pain or causing further damage I'd say be careful. However, are you going to stop using a computer? I'd say continue to look into getting some more ergonomic input devices and see if that helps. I can't imagine not having a computer.

Now, could an iPad/tablet meet your needs and be more comfortable to use? Perhaps.

I tried the i pad to small to view. Not for me at all. It hurts to sell this 7 month old MBP I have believe me. Thanks Marv

 

[musical marv]

At the heart of it, the macbook pro is not an unusual laptop. You won't have a markedly different experience with other touchpads or configurations with the possible exception of an intellipoint cursor(Thinkpads.) Using an external mouse is probably the best bet. I know a lot of long time desktop users that simply don't use their touchpads because of wrist pain or habit.
I'd keep the laptop and carry an external mouse if it were me. I'd most likely get one of the gyroscopic mice so i could use it at any orientation. www.gyration.com

I have a mouse and it stinks compared to the trackpad.Thanks

 

[halcyon]

I tried the i pad to small to view. Not for me at all. It hurts to sell this 7 month old MBP I have believe me. Thanks Marv

Marv, I don't think you should sell your MacBook Pro. What will you use instead?

 

[musical marv]

Marv, I don't think you should sell your MacBook Pro. What will you use instead?

Nothing what do you suggest? Any solutions would be greatly appreciated.

 

[halcyon]

Nothing what do you suggest? Any solutions would be greatly appreciated.

I'd keep the computer and continue a search for a more ergonomic mouse. You'd miss your computer I think.

 

[musical marv]

I'd keep the computer and continue a search for a more ergonomic mouse. You'd miss your computer I think.

Someone suggested the magic track pad.I hate the mouse really.Thanks

 

[halcyon]

Someone suggested the magic track pad.I hate the mouse really.Thanks

I guess I'm not really seeing the big difference between the MacBook Pro's trackpad and the Magic TrackPad.