macOS
Does macOS Sonoma work on a Mac without a notch?
Yes — macOS Sonoma is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and macOS 14 remains the deployment target for the shipping utility layer.
Last updated 2027-08-01
Notch-less Macs
iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and older notebooks can still use macOS Sonoma on a compatible display.
Why the cutout is optional
The product is a top-edge companion. MacOS 14 remains the deployment target for the shipping utility layer.