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Many have wondered why Apple has not joined the touchscreen laptop bandwagon.
While it seems logical, there are some excellent reasons why it might not be the best idea.
Here are six reasons why a touchscreen isn’t the MacBook you might think it is.
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Ergonomics-wise, a touchscreen on a traditional laptop doesn’t make sense.
That is, unless we’re talking about aconvertible 2-in-1 PCthat switches between laptop and tablet modes.
It Would Ruin the MacBook Form Factor
MacBooksare known for their sleek, lightweight design.
Do you really want to spend more timewiping down your screeninstead of getting work done?
While Apple could potentially redesign the operating system to accommodate touchscreens, this would require significant effort and resources.
It works, but it’s hard to argue that it’s pretty.
Everyone Pays for a Niche Feature
Touchscreen laptops are not universally loved.
This would inevitably raise the price of MacBooks, making them even more expensive than they already are.
The iPad is designed specifically for touch input and has an extensive app ecosystem tailored to this experience.
