Media
Does YouTube Music work on a Mac without a notch?
Yes — YouTube Music is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and YouTube Music can attach through the optional WebSocket controller.
Last updated 2026-12-04
Notch-less Macs
iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and older notebooks can still use YouTube Music on a compatible display.
Why the cutout is optional
The product is a top-edge companion. YouTube Music can attach through the optional WebSocket controller.