trackpad: is the trackpad as bad as reviews on the internet say?..
1194382
I just ordered this laptop. I read those reviews about the trackpad too, but found recent reviews stating that there is an update for the trackpad at Dell, that solves the problem.
2119059
I really liked everything about this laptop; size, speed, looks... EXCEPT the touch pad. Prior to purchase I had read that some people had trouble with the touch pad but everything else looked good so I decided to take a chance. Unfortunately, very soon after purchase the touch pad started acting wonky and just got worse with time. IF you are someone that uses a mouse with a laptop and this is the screen size you are looking for, then YES, I would say it would be a good replacement. I prefer Windows 7 over Vista and again, the speed on this machine is great.
1381922
If you mean does the trackpad work while holding down the ctrl or alt key -- then yes it does. But if you meant does the trackpad work while holding down a letter key -- then the answer is no. If this didn't answer your question please let me know your more specific scenario and I will test it.
2261832
I don't do any programming. But I do use lots of Microsoft Office and it works great for that. I do a LOT of internet browsing and research for school and have not had any problems and have had it just about a year. Overall I would recommend; although sometimes the trackpad (the mouse) has some glitches. But usually they are fixed by restarting the computer.
1618914
Sorry, no. I do have a question though, do you have any problems with the touchpad sticking?
2022222
I'm not using the Mobee num pad anymore. I had to switch to often to from and to the num pad. At the moment I prefer to have a wired keyboard incl. num pad and have the track pad only in use as track pad. The Mobee num pad in it self works fine but in need the 'mouse/track pad' function to often to switch al the time.
1988393
I think the touchpad is actually better than on most Windows laptops, it's much more like the Mac trackpad. I actually prefer it a lot of the time. But you can use a mouse just fine.
1762538
unsure what they've done with the 2014 model, but the older models have very glitchy trackpads. I would still hold off on the pro. Get the 2014 14in. Notice that the 14 inch is getting rad reviews by critics, but no one is saying much about the pro. That switchblade/trackpad is no good.
2195664
This is not good for your touchpad Laptop. The best thing you can do is to buy a mini laser tracking mouse to move the arrow wherever you like. Use your fingers only for typing. My best regards. Gus
483816
I use it with Windows 7. I haven't had to worry about cleaning it so I wouldn't know as of yet. The first keyboard with a trackball I had was an Iogear GKM561R. This keyboard has everything right in my mind but the trackball worked like crap. I just recently took it apart and cleaned it. 6 or 8 screws or so and it was apart. It does work much better now. What was odd is it didn't seem very dirty persay. In any case this Periboard trackball works ok. Its a little odd because when you use it sometimes the mouse pointer will make big jumps which can get annoying if it does it a lot. The overall keyboard is smaller then normal so the keys are smaller and more awkward. It seems it's made to sit on a table to use. I'm using it for an HTPC so the IOgear keyboard was much more ergonomically friendly for that purpose. All in all good trackball keyboards are hard to find and these two definitely aren't without there flaws. I hope this helped.
1100070
I am not a huge fan of the touch pad. It is very unresponsive at times. Really bugs me. Other than that, it is an excellent laptop.
1372618
No. At least I didn't. I have two of them. I ordered the first one to use at work. I bought one for home when my Apple Magic Trackpad stopped working. (It started getting stuck after I "clicked.) I was able to start using both of my Logitech trackpads right out of the box. I don't know if they come fully charged, but mine came at least partially charged. Still, it might be a good idea to "top it off" after you get it up and running.
1834098
The track pad does have left and right mouse buttons at the bottom of the trackpad where you'd expect them to be. You don't see them but they are there. Also, the battery life is very good. I am used to 3 hours with my old laptop and now that just makes a dent in the battery life with plenty to go. The one item I don't like is the trackpad is very very sensitive. Just barely brush it and it will relocate the cursor. But, I haven't installed the recommended drivers yet so that might be part of the problem.
1766124
Track pack is not the best, especially if you are used to Mac's superior track pad but its doable. Just use it with light touch, heavy force tends to make it jumpy. I just light touch and slight tab instead of pressing down seem to resolve the jumpiness issue.
161445
Unfortunately no. I have a hatred for touchpads as well. But it rarely causes any issues. I will say this computer in general is fantastic. Super fast, very reliable. Great looking too.
1318024
I just downloaded the software but didn't install it.Ordered the touchpad,I will be using it for a desktop which I would hope doesn't make a difference. Already have a Logitech wireless mouse which works well with the desktop,didn't have to install anything for that. Thanks for the info Ata.
789450
Purchased it a few hours ago. Using it right now on my Win 7 laptop. Had to buy a Bluetooth dongle though. When first pairing and connecting, the experience was "meh.." however I downloaded the windows drivers and an application called "magic Trackpad Control Panel" and suddenly the Trackpad became a little monster. I'm loving the new experience so far (although it took me a while to understand how to drag windows/select text, etc -you double tap but leave your finger in contact with the trackpad on the second tap and then move it around) You can find more info regarding the drivers and app here: http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/apple-magic-trackpad-control-panel-adds-trackpad-properties-in-windows-7/