Magic Trackpad (2010)
Magic Trackpad (2010): the glass Multi-Touch trackpad for desktop Macs, with the gestures from Apple's notebooks.
Model image not included; see official images at Apple. Apple Newsroom
Specifications
| Connection | Bluetooth |
| Power | 2 AA batteries |
| Surface | Glass Multi-Touch surface; tap-to-click and physical click |
| Compatibility | Mac with Bluetooth (Apple) |
| Price (US) | USD 69 in the US (launch price) |
| Status | Discontinued; replaced by Magic Trackpad 2 (2015) |
Announcement and availability
Apple introduced it on July 27, 2010, alongside the updated iMac line, sold separately for $69. Apple Newsroom, 27-07-2010
What changes and who it is for
It brought the MacBook's Multi-Touch gestures to the desktop: inertial scrolling, pinch to zoom, image rotation and three-finger swipes. It could be ordered as an iMac option instead of the mouse. Apple Newsroom
Before choosing
It runs on two AA batteries; Apple sold its charger with six batteries separately for $29. It supports tap-to-click and physical click. Apple · Specifications
Sources
- Apple Updates iMac Line — Introduces New Multi-Touch Magic Trackpad · 27-07-2010
- Apple · Documentación de accesorios (apple.com)
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Facts checked October 30, 2026 · Specifications