According to iFixit, it's a mechanical design, rather than the non-moving haptic feedback versions used in the current MBPs and Magic Trackpad.
Right, it's feel presently is different in every way. I personally would have been happier if it was the same as the laptops. But if they can just match sensitivity, i'll go back to using it. It just sort of looks like another example of them not committing 100% into this. Getting close though. Maybe 95% now. Go for it.
But most people will not be effected by this. The trackpad is probably normal. It's just that the MacBook touchpads are so above and beyond, and you get used to it. The AMK's trackpad works fantastic in most ways, just is not as sensitive as the Macbook ones. It's also possible that the trackpad constuction is exactly the same, except for the lack of haptic, and just needs a software utility.
But this RSI thing is strange. I get this mild numbness in the surface of my hands that makes me want to rub them. Almost like the feeling when a limb goes to sleep (tingling). It's mild, but would almost certainly progress to something more than just discomfort. Touch screens did it, so I have to limit that. Trackpads also, except the MacBooks eliminate the issue.
This rant is to deaf ears probably. Then again, maybe lots of people suffer this?
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