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One thousand short guides for the Mac notch companion: shipping features, macOS 14–27, privacy, and setup. Each URL starts with a standalone answer.

Last updated 2026-09-13

  1. What is iMac in NotNotch?2025-12-07 · HardwareNotNotch uses iMac as part of its native macOS notch companion: desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion. This page is the short definition for people comparing Mac notch apps.
  2. How to use iMac in the Mac notch2025-12-08 · HardwareTo use iMac in NotNotch, enable the related setting and look at the top edge of the display. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  3. Does iMac work on a Mac without a notch?2025-12-09 · HardwareYes — iMac is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  4. iMac on macOS 14 Sonoma2025-12-10 · HardwareNotNotch’s deployment target is macOS 14, so iMac is built to run on Sonoma and later. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  5. iMac on macOS 272025-12-11 · HardwareNotNotch is meant to run iMac on macOS 27 (Darwin 27) while still supporting macOS 14. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  6. Privacy notes for iMac in NotNotch2025-12-12 · HardwareiMac is designed as an on-device Mac utility. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion. The website does not add analytics cookies.
  7. iMac in the notch vs the menu bar2025-12-13 · HardwareThe menu bar is always there; iMac in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  8. Set up iMac after installing NotNotch2025-12-14 · HardwareAfter install, iMac is opt-in through Settings so existing users are not surprised. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  9. Troubleshooting iMac in NotNotch2025-12-15 · HardwareIf iMac is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  10. Keyboard control for iMac2025-12-16 · HardwareiMac is meant to stay glanceable, with keyboard shortcuts for the actions you repeat. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  11. Why iMac is glanceable in NotNotch2025-12-17 · HardwareiMac is sized for a closed-notch chip or a short open panel, not a document window. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  12. Does iMac work offline?2025-12-18 · HardwareShipping iMac behavior is a local Mac utility. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion. Network is not required for the core notch host.
  13. On-device iMac on a Mac2025-12-19 · HardwareiMac is implemented in the native Swift app, not as a web view in the notch. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  14. iMac for Mac notch developers2025-12-20 · HardwareIf you are extending NotNotch, iMac is a host surface or a documented constraint. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  15. iMac for students on a MacBook2025-12-21 · HardwareStudents can keep iMac in the notch during class or library work without another window. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  16. Using iMac during meetings2025-12-22 · HardwareiMac can stay visible while a call is in another Space. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  17. Battery impact of iMac2025-12-23 · HardwareiMac is a small SwiftUI surface. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion. Disable it if you want the lightest possible notch.
  18. Accessibility of iMac in NotNotch2025-12-24 · HardwareiMac should remain usable with VoiceOver labels and without motion. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  19. iMac FAQ for NotNotch2025-12-25 · HardwareCommon questions about iMac: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion.
  20. iMac guide for NotNotch on macOS 14–272025-12-26 · HardwareThis guide covers iMac from macOS 14 through macOS 27. Desktop Macs without a notch can still use the floating top-edge companion. Last updated for the Next.js marketing site and the native host.