macOS
macOS Sonoma FAQ for NotNotch
Common questions about macOS Sonoma: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. MacOS 14 remains the deployment target for the shipping utility layer.
Last updated 2027-08-17
Is macOS Sonoma required?
No. Enable only the surfaces you want. NotNotch AI is also optional and still in development.
Which Macs?
macOS Sonoma works with a hardware notch or a floating top-edge companion on compatible displays.