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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 Siri in NotNotch?2026-06-05 · macOSNotNotch uses Siri as part of its native macOS notch companion: the shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status. This page is the short definition for people comparing Mac notch apps.
  2. How to use Siri in the Mac notch2026-06-06 · macOSTo use Siri in NotNotch, enable the related setting and look at the top edge of the display. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  3. Does Siri work on a Mac without a notch?2026-06-07 · macOSYes — Siri is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and the shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  4. Siri on macOS 14 Sonoma2026-06-08 · macOSNotNotch’s deployment target is macOS 14, so Siri is built to run on Sonoma and later. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  5. Siri on macOS 272026-06-09 · macOSNotNotch is meant to run Siri on macOS 27 (Darwin 27) while still supporting macOS 14. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  6. Privacy notes for Siri in NotNotch2026-06-10 · macOSSiri is designed as an on-device Mac utility. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status. The website does not add analytics cookies.
  7. Siri in the notch vs the menu bar2026-06-11 · macOSThe menu bar is always there; Siri in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  8. Set up Siri after installing NotNotch2026-06-12 · macOSAfter install, Siri is opt-in through Settings so existing users are not surprised. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  9. Troubleshooting Siri in NotNotch2026-06-13 · macOSIf Siri is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  10. Keyboard control for Siri2026-06-14 · macOSSiri is meant to stay glanceable, with keyboard shortcuts for the actions you repeat. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  11. Why Siri is glanceable in NotNotch2026-06-15 · macOSSiri is sized for a closed-notch chip or a short open panel, not a document window. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  12. Does Siri work offline?2026-06-16 · macOSShipping Siri behavior is a local Mac utility. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status. Network is not required for the core notch host.
  13. On-device Siri on a Mac2026-06-17 · macOSSiri is implemented in the native Swift app, not as a web view in the notch. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  14. Siri for Mac notch developers2026-06-18 · macOSIf you are extending NotNotch, Siri is a host surface or a documented constraint. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  15. Siri for students on a MacBook2026-06-19 · macOSStudents can keep Siri in the notch during class or library work without another window. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  16. Using Siri during meetings2026-06-20 · macOSSiri can stay visible while a call is in another Space. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  17. Battery impact of Siri2026-06-21 · macOSSiri is a small SwiftUI surface. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status. Disable it if you want the lightest possible notch.
  18. Accessibility of Siri in NotNotch2026-06-22 · macOSSiri should remain usable with VoiceOver labels and without motion. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  19. Siri FAQ for NotNotch2026-06-23 · macOSCommon questions about Siri: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status.
  20. Siri guide for NotNotch on macOS 14–272026-06-24 · macOSThis guide covers Siri from macOS 14 through macOS 27. The shipping app does not replace Siri or claim system-assistant status. Last updated for the Next.js marketing site and the native host.