Media
Does Apple Music work on a Mac without a notch?
Yes — Apple Music is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and Apple Music can be the Now Playing source through the native controller path.
Last updated 2026-11-14
Notch-less Macs
iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and older notebooks can still use Apple Music on a compatible display.
Why the cutout is optional
The product is a top-edge companion. Apple Music can be the Now Playing source through the native controller path.