How to see 2FA codes on your Mac without your phone
Three ways to get two-factor codes on macOS: built-in Passwords, authenticator apps and the notch.
· 6 min readBlog
Guides, comparisons and notes on making the notch actually useful.
COMPARISON · FEATURED
The best NotchNook alternatives in 2026
Free, open-source and App Store options compared on price, widgets and multi-display support.
· 7 min readHOW-TO
Get notified when Claude Code needs you
Stop babysitting the terminal: hooks, sounds and notch alerts for Claude Code and Codex.
Coming soonCOMPARISON
Boring Notch vs NotchNook: which one should you use?
Open source vs a polished paid app: price, widgets and who each one is for.
Coming soonHOW-TO
How to use the notch on an external monitor
Your Studio Display has no notch. Here’s how to get a notch-style island on any screen.
Coming soonROUNDUP
The best notch apps for Mac in 2026
The notch apps worth installing, compared on widgets, price and display support.
Coming soonHOW-TO
How to hide the MacBook notch (and when not to)
Black menu bar wallpapers, scaled resolutions and turning the notch into something useful.
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