Could you live w/out a trackpad on a laptop?

sparkling wiggles · 02-24-2009, 08:11 AM

I've been looking at the ultraportable laptops from Lenovo, ie x61 and x200 models and have liked everything they have to offer except the lack of a trackpad. I intend on using a mouse whenever possible, but in the instance that I don't have one, I think having a trackpad vs trackpoint would be nice. Just wanted to see what your thoughts are on this?

Also, I've been looking at the Sony Vaio's, TT and Z series and although they look fantastic, they are really pricey. do you think they're worth the premium?

HDClown · 02-24-2009, 09:30 AM

The only way I use a laptop is with the trackpad. I very RARELY plug in a mouse on a laptop, even when I'm setup at a desk for extended period of time.

Reggie · 02-24-2009, 09:38 AM

It is such a personal decision though

Wowdi · 02-24-2009, 09:38 AM

I also have a Lenovo S10 and find the trackpad annoying but usable.

Avantadrive_Original · 02-24-2009, 10:28 AM

A6contem · 02-24-2009, 10:35 AM

Egil A64.2s - S6 · 02-24-2009, 11:27 AM

If you don't have a desk you have no way to use a mouse.

Bill In SoCal · 02-25-2009, 05:45 PM

Randy Welch · 03-03-2009, 08:48 PM

I have the trackpad turned off on my thinkpad...

amidcars · 04-04-2009, 01:48 AM

I dont think so that there would any big problem without trackpad.

02-24-2009, 09:30 AM	#2
HDClown AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 14,492	never, I HATE trackpoints The only way I use a laptop is with the trackpad. I very RARELY plug in a mouse on a laptop, even when I'm setup at a desk for extended period of time. __________________ Current: 2011 Audi S4 Past: 2006 VW GTI, 2002 BMW M5, 2003 BMW M3, 2001 Audi A4

02-24-2009, 09:38 AM	#3
Reggie AudiWorld Expert 2011 Audi Q5 My Garage Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Fort Collins Colorado Posts: 30,654	I've used both and like them equally but <mouse It is such a personal decision though __________________

02-24-2009, 09:38 AM	#4
Wowdi AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: May 2000 Posts: 21,671	I had an X40 and X60. I currently have an X61 and like the TrackPoint. I also have a Lenovo S10 and find the trackpad annoying but usable. __________________ 2007 Lexus GS 350 AWD Silver/Black 303hp V6 Voice-Activated DVD Navigation Mark Levinson DVD Audio XM Satellite Radio Bluetooth Integration Swiveling headlights Smart Key Lexus Service ------- BYE-BYE (traded in) 2004 A8L Silver/Black Audi Crappy<sup>TM</sup> Service ------- BYE-BYE (traded in) 2000 A6 2.8 Frontrak Melange/Melange Preferred and Cold Weather Packages Audi Crappy<sup>TM</sup> Service ------- BYE-BYE (returned from lease) 2002 TT 225 Quattro Roadster Premium and Audio packages White w/Amber Baseball Leather Optic Interior Audi Crappy<sup>TM</sup> Service <a href="http://www.nerdtests.com/ft_nt2.php"> </a>

02-24-2009, 10:28 AM	#5
Avantadrive_Original AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2000 Posts: 5,803	Ick, no - trackpad >>>>> that little nub garbage. Surprised ibm still does that __________________ SIG STARTS HERE 2003 Audi A4 Avant, Black/black 3.0 V6, Sport, Manual "Mods": all-round tint, 35% front, 20% rears; sedan sport rims; clear corners; yellow fogs; V1 hardwire/concealed display; XM Commander headliner install; emergency lights/radio; Pioneer AVH-P4000DVD with stock Bose system

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02-24-2009, 11:27 AM	#7
Egil A64.2s - S6 AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 6,321	I don't like track pads but there are many cases where it is the only option. If you don't have a desk you have no way to use a mouse. __________________ If it wasn't for computers my life would be so simple

02-25-2009, 05:45 PM	#8
Bill In SoCal Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2000 Posts: 38,995	i much prefer the nub __________________

03-03-2009, 08:48 PM	#9
Randy Welch Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2000 Posts: 6,920	sure I have the trackpad turned off on my thinkpad... __________________ -randy 03 RS6 Daytona/Silver/STaSIS Motorsport Suspension And yes, my car returns the favor....

04-04-2009, 01:48 AM	#10
amidcars Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 28	I dont think so that there would any big problem without trackpad. __________________ Volkswagen Custom Name

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