Can I use the latest Magic Trackpad with macOS 14.6.1?

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Can I use the latest Magic Trackpad with macOS 14.6.1?

* Mac Mini M1

* macOS 14.6.1 (not likely to upgrade to Sequoia for another 6 months or so)

I am interested is getting the latest Magic Track Pad, but on the product page at https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MXK93Z/A/magic-trackpad-usb%E2%80%91c-white-multi-touch-surface it states that macOS 15.1 Sequoia is a minimum requirement. Is this just a case of Apple trying to shoo everyone up to the latest OS, or is there some technical truth in this?

I am a music producer and I have a large number of VST3 plugins, not all of which are certified as macOS 15 compatible yet!

Mac mini

Posted on Nov 12, 2024 12:35 PM

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Answer 1

dialabrain

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Nov 14, 2024 10:18 AM in response to Phil0124

Phil0124 wrote:

No technical reason. That Magic Trackpad was released in 2015, so it worked and still works with macOS 14 just fine.

I wouldn't assume that. The current Magic Trackpad (USB-C) was introduced in October 2024, not 2015.

See? says "New"

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ILatu

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Nov 14, 2024 10:02 AM in response to carlca

Yes, this is ridiculous from Apple. I have been waiting for the Usb-c version and was shocked to find it does not work on 14.x. I will have to get for a refund and buy a different brand as I don't know when the security team will enable 15.x. (current has some security issues)

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BobHarris

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Nov 14, 2024 2:27 PM in response to carlca

We have users at work that are reporting issues with the USB-C Magic Mouse on Sonoma. The semi-good news is work is slowly allowing users to upgrade to Sequoia, but not all at once, as they are afraid it will overwhelm the IT department with trouble reports.

Not as many company user get the Magic Trackpad (I don't know why, as it is really a great device on the desk).

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Answer 4

Nov 14, 2024 2:29 PM in response to dialabrain

Did not notice these were new models.

And yes, a quick google search offers reports of issues with these devices on macOS versions older than Sequoia 15.1 even.

Good catch!.

I guess, we'll need to wait and see if Apple adds support for older macOS versions, or if there is some other solution to the issues with the new USB-C accessories.

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carlca Author

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Nov 14, 2024 2:37 PM in response to carlca

Thanks for the replies, everyone! In a rush of bravado, I went ahead and upgraded to Sequoia so the question is moot! As for my VST3s, they'll be upgraded soon enough, and besides, I don't use a large percentage on a regular basis 😉

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Answer 6

Nov 12, 2024 2:20 PM in response to carlca

No technical reason. That Magic Trackpad was released in 2015, so it worked and still works with macOS 14 just fine.

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ILatu

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Nov 14, 2024 10:06 AM in response to carlca

Looks like will be able to use with linux but not macos : https://www.neowin.net/news/new-patch-adds-support-for-apples-latest-magic-trackpad-to-linux/

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