Magic Trackpad 2

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Magic Trackpad
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Rear view of a second-generation Magic Trackpad with the power switch at left and Lightning port at center
Manufacturer Apple Inc.
Release dateOctober 13, 2015;7 years ago (2015-10-13)
Input Multi-touch matte glass surface, with Force Touch and Taptic Engine
Connectivity Bluetooth 3.0, Lightning connector [1]
PowerRechargeable Li-Po Battery (2024 mAh)
Dimensions0.19–0.43 inch (0.49–1.09 cm) x 6.3 inch (16.0 cm) x 4.52 inches (11.49 cm)
Mass0.51 pound (0.231 kg)
Predecessor Magic Trackpad
Website Magic Trackpad at Apple

The second-generation Magic Trackpad (initially marketed as Magic Trackpad 2) is a multi-touch and Force Touch trackpad produced by Apple Inc. It was announced on October 13, 2015 alongside the Magic Keyboard and second-generation Magic Mouse, and replaces the first-generation Magic Trackpad.

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Description

The second-generation Magic Trackpad is similar to its predecessor, with the key differences being a larger form factor, [2] [3] rechargeable lithium-ion battery [4] and Force Touch. The trackpad also provides haptic feedback via Apple's built-in Taptic Engine that is also used in MacBook trackpads. [5] The Lightning connector is used for charging and pairing. [6]

The second-generation Magic Trackpad has been released in a variety of colors. A space gray color was introduced with the iMac Pro in 2017, alongside a color-matching Magic Keyboard; both were later made available as standalone purchases. [7] iPadOS 13.4 introduced mouse support to iPads for the first time, and supports all functionality of the second-generation Magic Trackpad.

Six pastel models (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple) were introduced in 2021 to match the colors of the M1 iMac. Additionally, standalone purchases now include a USB-C to Lightning cable, instead of USB-A. In 2022 the space gray color was replaced by a black-and-silver version which was previously only available bundled with the third-generation Mac Pro. [8]

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