'Loose' trackpad / mouse button ?

Ok, I am realizing I am whining (no pun intended ) - and all in large I love my MacBook.
But I keep noticing the mouse button, while working fine, feels very loose, can be depressed just on one side, has a bit of a gap. I checked a few macbooks in the store today, and all the buttons are 'tight' and don't have any play (i.e. unlike mine which has a bit of play before it hits the microswitch).
Other than being a bit annoying - is this something I can go to the Apple store with? Since the button is' working' - I assume they'll charge for a repair? Also, is my button really that unique?! Are all yours 'stiff and tight' (like the old powerbook ones) ?!
Thanks for your opinions in advance
dan

I have the exact same loose button problem with my Macbook - though I have to say the button is very responsive (seems they might have tried to lift it slightly in order to give it more tactile feedback, as people have been complaining of "mush" buttons). I tried to live with it but it is quite annoying since that button is used so often. Also my left side creaks when you carry the laptop or apply some pressure (as the side goes slightly in and out). I was thinking I might be being too anal about a creaking side and loose button and should live with it...
I have already replaced new Macbooks for a completely broken (unresponsive) trackpad, chip in plastic above keyboard including strange black blemishes/spots on plastic that can't be cleaned. All of them have some degree of "lift" issues on the left side too, but mine was so minor that it didn't bother me. Of course, the risk of returning is always getting an even worse one. So far, none have exhibited mooing, whining, or dead pixels.
It is very frustrating to hear people complaing of the same issues, but on a positive note, the Apple Store has been extremely kind and happy to make any returns and the process has been extremely speedy and no-hassle. Also, even with these hickups, I absolutely love this machine and in my opinion it is the best laptop out there. I just wish they spent more time on quality control.

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