Samsung has introduced significant design changes with the launch of its Galaxy Book 6 series. Notably, all models now feature a centered trackpad and a tenkeyless keyboard layout. These new laptops are also the first from Samsung to incorporate haptic motors in their trackpads, moving away from traditional mechanical switches. This innovation mirrors Apple’s approach, which pioneered haptic trackpads in MacBooks to ensure consistent click feedback across larger surfaces. The advantage of haptic motors is their ability to simulate clicks uniformly, addressing the inconsistency often found with mechanical switches, especially at the edges of larger trackpads. Additionally, haptic motors offer customizable settings, unlike their mechanical counterparts. Although it’s uncertain if Samsung’s new trackpads will provide the same level of customization as Apple’s, initial impressions from CES 2026 suggest the haptic feedback is robust. Apple’s MacBook trackpads are known for offering multiple haptic click strength levels and additional features like variable speed media controls, setting a high bar for Samsung’s latest innovations.
Are Samsung’s Galaxy Book 6 touchpads inspired by MacBook upgrades?
