Unfortunately, it only works with the buttons on the remote the touchpad itself won’t control your Mac. SiriMote lets you control any applications on Mac that play media, such as iTunes, Spotify, QuickTime, Keynote, Photos (Slideshows), and many more.
In addition to using it on your TV, a new software called SiriMote will allow you to use it to control your Mac too. The new Apple TV includes a beautiful, redesigned remote with touchpad functionality that allows for incredibly precise controls.