I think they mean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pointing_stick

Trackpad != trackpoint. The track point is the little eraser nub pointer embedded into the keyboard. Many thinkpad enthusiasts disable the trackpad entirely.

Trackpoint is the nipple/clit pointer nub, not the trackpad.

It's the Third Way that is not a mouse or trackpad. Oh, fifth I guess, with trackball and touchscreen.

Ah my mistake. What does it actually do? I’ve seen it but never used it.

It's a mouse, similar to a joystick.

There's nothing like Apple in that respect due to the fact they are using glass. Please correct me if I am wrong.

The trackpad is really bad compared with any other brand I've used.

I disable the thinkpad trackpad in the bios. You only need the nib.