New Flexbar device aims to replace Apple's discontinued Touch Bar

macrumors.com — December 4, 2024 at 01:01 AM UTC

Apple's Touch Bar, introduced in 2016, has been discontinued, with the last model released in 2023. Many users found it unappealing, leading to its phase-out in newer MacBook Pro models. A new device called the Flexbar aims to replace the Touch Bar. This standalone hardware connects via USB-C and features a customizable 10-inch OLED display, offering advanced controls for popular applications. The Flexbar is currently a Kickstarter project from a Hong Kong company, ENIAC, which has not previously produced hardware. It is available for backing at $120, with an estimated delivery in February 2025.

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Kickstarter project Flexbar revives MacBook Touch Bar feature for Windows and Mac users (forbes.com)
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New Flexbar device aims to replace Apple's discontinued Touch Bar (macrumors.com)
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Kickstarter project aims to revive Apple Touch Bar with new customizable device (digitaltrends.com)
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Eniac develops Flexbar, a new touch bar for multiple platforms (techradar.com)
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New Flexbar launches on Kickstarter as standalone successor to Apple's Touch Bar (9to5mac.com)
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Flexbar launches as standalone device reviving MacBook Pro's Touch Bar concept (theverge.com)
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