May 28, 2026

NotchNook 1.5.5 for Mac

NotchNook is a Mac app that turns the notch on your MacBook into a dynamic, interactive element that pulses with notifications.

Main functions of the application:

-use widgets
-view calendar
-control music
-access live actions, file shelf and more

What’s New in 1.5.5

This is a focused maintenance release no headline features, but four fixes and improvements that make daily use noticeably smoother:

Fixed: Live activities were incorrectly showing while in fullscreen mode
Fixed: Calendar live activity was staying on screen even after the event had ended
Improved: The Tray now matches the Nook width by default, preventing accidental closes when switching between the two
Improved: Pressing Escape now works properly to dismiss the Notes widget

Core Features

If you haven’t used NotchNook before, here’s what the app actually does on any given day:

Nook panel hover over the notch to expand a customisable widget area with media controls, calendar, notes, system stats, and more
File Tray drag files into the notch region as a temporary staging shelf, then drop them wherever you need
Live Activities see timers, music, and calendar events displayed dynamically in the notch area
Webcam preview quick camera mirror accessible from the notch, no separate app needed
Customisable widgets pick what shows, reorder them, and adjust behaviour to suit your workflow

“NotchNook doesn’t modify the notch it works around it, transforming ignored screen real estate into a surprisingly practical workspace.”

Pricing

NotchNook costs $25 as a one-time purchase or $3/month on subscription, both direct from lo.cafe. It’s also available through Setapp starting from $9.90/year as part of their app bundle. Requires macOS 14.6 Sonoma or later so older Macs running earlier macOS versions won’t be able to run it.