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Mac notch utility toolkit

Build a suite of small, handy Mac tools that live in the notch area, like dictation and quick actions. For Mac users who want faster access to everyday functions.

Why now

Apple's notch design creates unused screen space that's perfect for lightweight utilities.

Who for
Mac power users
Business model
Freemium toolkit
Effort
A few weeks

Mac users often juggle multiple apps and need quick access to common functions like dictation or clipboard history.

Create a lightweight app that docks in the notch area, offering a rotating set of micro-tools like instant dictation, clipboard history, or quick calculator.

Freemium model where basic tools are free, with premium features like custom actions or integrations for power users.

Start with just dictation and a clipboard manager, the two most requested notch utilities.

Risk is Apple changing notch behavior in future OS updates.

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