# Desktop Touchpads The Apple Magic Trackpad is a Convenient Space-Saver By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-07-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-trackpad References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/27/apple-magic-trackpad-officially-unveiled/) & [apple](http://www.apple.com/) The [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-bar) [Magic Trackpad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hapticpad) is a new item that is soon to be released by the growing franchise. This glass-covered, aluminum-shelled gadget is an exact replica of the multi-touch touchpad experience offered on Apple [MacBooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notchnook). The Magic Trackpad is completely battery-powered, and communicates via Blutooth to your desktop computer. Be sure to check out the gallery for more photos of its sleek Apple design. **Implications** - Space-saving technologies are continuing to embraced more and more by consumers with hectic lives and little room to spare for clutter. Companies should consider introducing sleek designs that cut back on cluttered features and unnecessary space, in order to appeal to consumers who seek portable efficient devices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Space-saving Technologies:** Companies should invest in sleek designs that cut back on unnecessary space in their products. - **Battery-powered Gadgets:** Companies should explore making battery-powered devices to cater to consumers' needs for portability and convenience. - **Wireless Communication:** Companies should consider developing Bluetooth or other wireless communication methods to make their devices more user-friendly. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology Industry:** The tech industry should prioritize efficient technology with space-saving and battery-powered features. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The consumer electronics industry should focus on designing sleek and portable gadgets using wireless communication. - **Office Supplies Industry:** The office supplies industry should develop space-saving gadgets to cater to small desks and workplaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Slender Touch Interface Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-bar.md) - [Screen-Equipped Laptop Trackpads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-ink-epaper-trackpad.md) - [Domed Haptic Feedback Trackpads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trackpad.md) - [Haptic Pressure Detection Trackpads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-trackpad-pro.md) - [Unified Desktop Peripheral Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-magicbridge.md) - [All-in-One Touchpad Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-touchpad.md) - [Unified Input Mouse Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melt-mouse.md) - [Compact Keyboard-Style Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-nano.md) - [Multifunctional Touchpad Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchpad-drawing-tablet.md)