Widgets
Desktop widgets in the notch vs the menu bar
The menu bar is always there; Desktop widgets in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
Last updated 2026-07-21
When the notch is better
Use Desktop widgets in the notch when you want a short live view without another icon in the menu bar.
When the menu bar stays
NotNotch does not hide Control Center or system extras. Desktop widgets complements them.