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Apple's PROLED XDR MacBook Pro reignites laptop touchscreen debate

Tech users express skepticism about touchscreen utility

1 Oct 27 6:20 PM · 16d ago · 1 post · 1 source · development 1 of 4

Community members voice doubts about the practical value of touchscreens on laptops, questioning whether such features address a real market demand or if users would simply opt for iPads instead.

Tech users express skepticism about touchscreen utility
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“Am I out of touch? The last thing I want on a laptop is a touch screen. Is there a massive market for this I'm not aware of?”

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