Hardware
Does 14-inch MacBook Pro work offline?
Shipping 14-inch MacBook Pro behavior is a local Mac utility. The 14-inch cutout is the layout the chin and live chips are sized against most often. Network is not required for the core notch host.
Last updated 2025-11-08
What needs a network
Sparkle updates and optional music backends may need a network. 14-inch MacBook Pro itself is described as on-device where the feature allows.
AI is separate
NotNotch AI is in development and is not required to use 14-inch MacBook Pro.