The iPad has a built-in Virtual Trackpad which is ideal for precise tasks or avoiding repetitive touch actions that may cause hand strain. To start using this accessibility, enable AssistiveTouch and ...

Compared to your computer, where you have a mouse for easily selecting with precision, it’s much harder to tap the right spot on your iPhone (or iPad). That is, until you know about the hidden ...

Cats are notorious for interrupting workflow. Whether it’s in the kitchen, the garden, or the computer, any feline companion around has a way of getting into mischief in an oftentimes disruptive way. ...

Most desktop computers are designed for keyboard and mouse input. Most laptops have a built-in touchpad. But it’s surprisingly difficult to find a good touchpad that’s designed for use in a desktop ...

I’ve been using Apple’s Magic Trackpad for just over a week, and I can confidently say it’s replaced the mouse for me. The Magic Trackpad is easier to use, much more functional than even a multibutton ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. The problem with laptops is their keyboards are often the ...

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The laptop trackpad has come a long way since Apple Inc. pioneered it 14 years ago on the PowerBook 500 series as a replacement for the trackball found on earlier models. While almost anyone who has ...

The Mokibo Fusion 2 is an igneous blend of wireless keyboard with a trackpad incorporated into the typing area. Clever software detects pointed movements and switches over from keyboard to mouse ...

Introduced last week, Apple’s new MacBook and 13-in. MacBook Pro range introduce a new trackpad feature called Force Touch. “The new trackpad features built-in force sensors that allow you to click ...

Q: What can I do to make the mouse pad on my laptop work better? A: If your laptop’s mouse pad (a.k.a. the trackpad or touchpad) has started acting up, it’s not uncommon. If it’s smooth and accurate ...