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    Trackpad Question

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by imp, Aug 6, 2007.

  1. imp

    imp Newbie

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    I'm considering buying a new macbook but i've noticed that many people have their trackpads worn down after a few months of use. Would this be a problem for a notebook that I want to last say for at least 3-4 years? Is this an issue to any of you?

    Thanks in advance!
     
    imp, Aug 6, 2007
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  2. vaio_boi

    vaio_boi Notebook Evangelist

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    Go for the mbp!! haha the trackpad never gets worn out.
     
    vaio_boi, Aug 6, 2007
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  3. Sam

    Sam Notebook Virtuoso

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    Worn-out trackpad? I know what you mean, I've seen some MacBooks at Best Buy and the trackpads are ruined (especially the Black MacBooks). But that's because people touch it after eating a pizza, other touch it after playing in the grass, etc. In other words, it becomes like the door of a public washroom.

    If you keep clean habits the trackpad won't wear out. Don't use it with greasy fingers (like after you eat a pizza) and you'll be fine.
     
    Sam, Aug 6, 2007
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