Extensions
Does Hello demo extension work on a Mac without a notch?
Yes — Hello demo extension is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and the first-party Hello plugin is off by default and can show a tab plus a host-drawn chip.
Last updated 2025-07-02
Notch-less Macs
iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and older notebooks can still use Hello demo extension on a compatible display.
Why the cutout is optional
The product is a top-edge companion. The first-party Hello plugin is off by default and can show a tab plus a host-drawn chip.