MediaMate

MediaMate is here to make your life easier on macOS! If you’ve ever found those big volume and brightness HUDs annoying, you're not alone. They’re clunky and hard to get rid of, plus there’s no way to make them less distracting. But don’t worry—MediaMate steps in to save the day!

Why Choose MediaMate?

This nifty app replaces the default HUDs with sleek, iOS-inspired designs. You can even customize them and move them around on your desktop. Plus, it has a cool Now Playing HUD that shows up on your desktop and lock screen, complete with optional playback controls.

Smaller, Sleeker, Better

While 'better' can mean different things to different folks, I think most would agree that MediaMate’s HUDs are a huge upgrade. They look like the ones on iOS but also offer a classic theme if you prefer something more traditional. The best part? They take up much less screen space while giving you all the info you need.

Customization at Your Fingertips

Unlike those built-in options from Apple, MediaMate lets you customize everything! You can change how they look and where they sit on your screen. Want to tweak their transitions? Go for it! There’s even an option for click & drag, so adjusting values is super easy—whether you're using a mouse or gestures.

Stay Updated on Your Music

No matter if you're jamming out with Music, Spotify, or even just listening through your browser, MediaMate's got your back. It gives you a tiny visual cue when songs start playing or switch up—showing the track title, artist name, and album art.

Expand Album Art Easily

If you want more details about a song, just click on the mini-HUD! You can expand the album art and keep it visible until you're done. Playback controls are also there for easy access; they’re still in Beta but getting better all the time!

Your Music Experience Just Got Better

The Now Playing feature is customizable too! You can play around with its look and how it behaves—it’s all about making it work for you.

Honestly, some things just look nicer on iOS. So why not bring that style over to macOS? Apple has already done this with some built-in tools. MediaMate definitely gives those old HUDs a much-needed redesign along with great features for music playback!