Dynamic Island for Mac that puts notifications, dictation and music in the notch
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What is Halo?
Halo turns the MacBook notch, or any screen edge, into a live island for notifications, dictation, music controls, AI agent status and more. It displays messages from any app, lets users dictate text by holding Fn, and shows a small Buddy face that follows the cursor. The app works on macOS 15 or later on both Apple silicon and Intel Macs, and can also draw an island on external monitors. Halo is a native 5.6 MB app with no account required and a one‑time purchase of $9.99.
Key features
- Notifications from any app appear in the notch
- Dictation by holding Fn with Apple or Groq Whisper support
- Buddy avatar follows cursor and shows AI agent status
- Now‑playing music controls with artwork and lyrics
- Per‑app control of which notifications show in the island
- Brightness, contrast and input control for external monitors
At a glance
- Price
- $9.99
- Pricing model
- Paid
- Platforms
- macOS
- Website
- halo-mac.com
- Listed
- Oct 26, 2026
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Halo: common questions
Is Halo free?
Halo is a paid app ($9.99).
What devices does Halo run on?
Halo is a native app for macOS.
Who makes Halo?
Halo is made by Otabek Abdiraimov.
What are the best alternatives to Halo?
Popular menu bar alternatives to Halo on NativeShelf include Lungo, Klack, Hand Mirror, Amphetamine.
Is Halo a native app?
Yes. NativeShelf only lists native apps for Apple platforms, and every listing is checked by a person. Web apps and SaaS aren't included.
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