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island shape FAQ for NotNotch
Common questions about island shape: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. The closed pill can follow a notch or floating island silhouette.
Last updated 2025-08-27
Is island shape required?
No. Enable only the surfaces you want. NotNotch AI is also optional and still in development.
Which Macs?
island shape works with a hardware notch or a floating top-edge companion on compatible displays.