A $2,500 MacBook needs this $139 accessory to support touch — catching up with Windows 8 in 2013
January 7, 2026
Windows 11 currently finds itself in a state of disarray, grappling with a host of unfinished AI features and a steady stream of bugs that emerge each month. The user interface still lacks the refinement that many would expect, leaving some aspects feeling rather subpar. However, one silver lining is that Windows 11 does offer touch support, a feature that macOS has yet to embrace.
Intricuit’s Innovative Touch Solution
At CES 2026, Intricuit introduced an intriguing solution aimed at bridging this gap: the “Intricuit Magic Screen.” This attachable display is designed to enhance MacBooks by providing touch capabilities. It easily snaps onto either a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro and connects via USB-C, allowing users to interact with their devices through touch. Additionally, the accessory supports stylus input, expanding its functionality.
The anticipated price for the Intricuit Magic Screen is set at 9, with plans for a Kickstarter launch on the horizon. Interested consumers can sign up on the Intricuit website to receive updates regarding its availability.
While it may seem amusing to highlight Apple’s lag in touchscreen technology compared to Microsoft, it is important to recognize Intricuit’s efforts to fill this void. Third-party innovations like the Magic Screen cater to niche markets while simultaneously challenging the status quo.
For years, users have expressed a desire for touchscreen support on macOS, yet their requests have largely gone unanswered. Some contend that touch functionality should remain exclusive to devices like the iPad, while others point out the complexities involved in optimizing an entire operating system for touch interaction. Despite these arguments, the popularity of touch as a method of device interaction suggests that the effort is warranted. Users should not have to rely on external digitizers to achieve the same ease of use that tablets and smartphones offer.
Speculation surrounding a potential touchscreen MacBook has circulated for years, with recent reports reigniting interest. Apple is known for its philosophy of doing things “right” rather than being first to market. However, Microsoft has incorporated touch support into Windows PCs for over a decade, leaving Apple ample time to innovate and redefine touchscreen computing.
In the interim, Intricuit stands ready to provide MacBook users with a touch input method that has been available on Windows devices since the launch of Windows 8.
Do you think Apple should add touch support to Macs? Let me know in the comments.
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A $2,500 MacBook needs this $139 accessory to support touch — catching up with Windows 8 in 2013
Windows 11 currently finds itself in a state of disarray, grappling with a host of unfinished AI features and a steady stream of bugs that emerge each month. The user interface still lacks the refinement that many would expect, leaving some aspects feeling rather subpar. However, one silver lining is that Windows 11 does offer touch support, a feature that macOS has yet to embrace.
Intricuit’s Innovative Touch Solution
At CES 2026, Intricuit introduced an intriguing solution aimed at bridging this gap: the “Intricuit Magic Screen.” This attachable display is designed to enhance MacBooks by providing touch capabilities. It easily snaps onto either a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro and connects via USB-C, allowing users to interact with their devices through touch. Additionally, the accessory supports stylus input, expanding its functionality.
The anticipated price for the Intricuit Magic Screen is set at 9, with plans for a Kickstarter launch on the horizon. Interested consumers can sign up on the Intricuit website to receive updates regarding its availability.
While it may seem amusing to highlight Apple’s lag in touchscreen technology compared to Microsoft, it is important to recognize Intricuit’s efforts to fill this void. Third-party innovations like the Magic Screen cater to niche markets while simultaneously challenging the status quo.
For years, users have expressed a desire for touchscreen support on macOS, yet their requests have largely gone unanswered. Some contend that touch functionality should remain exclusive to devices like the iPad, while others point out the complexities involved in optimizing an entire operating system for touch interaction. Despite these arguments, the popularity of touch as a method of device interaction suggests that the effort is warranted. Users should not have to rely on external digitizers to achieve the same ease of use that tablets and smartphones offer.
Speculation surrounding a potential touchscreen MacBook has circulated for years, with recent reports reigniting interest. Apple is known for its philosophy of doing things “right” rather than being first to market. However, Microsoft has incorporated touch support into Windows PCs for over a decade, leaving Apple ample time to innovate and redefine touchscreen computing.
In the interim, Intricuit stands ready to provide MacBook users with a touch input method that has been available on Windows devices since the launch of Windows 8.
Do you think Apple should add touch support to Macs? Let me know in the comments.
Follow Windows Central on Google News to keep our latest news, insights, and features at the top of your feeds!