What’s New

Version 2.1.1

November 2, 2026

Latest
  • FixedFixed the menu bar panel opening as a narrow blank strip on the latest macOS

Version 2.1.0

October 25, 2026

  • ImprovedSettings and the menu bar panel rebuilt with native Mac views: faster to open and smoother to use
  • ImprovedSettings tabs switch about twice as fast

Version 2.0.0

October 21, 2026

  • NewBrightness slider for every connected display, with a live headroom readout
  • NewOutdoor and Night quick modes. Night mode dims any display below its minimum brightness
  • NewAutomation: pause on battery or in Low Power Mode, follow the ambient light sensor, or boost on a schedule
  • NewApp rules: turn boost off or use a fixed level when specific apps are in front
  • NewGlobal keyboard shortcuts and Shortcuts app actions
  • NewThermal protection, pause when idle, and options for full-screen video and Touch ID dialogs
  • NewChoose the app language right in the app
  • NewWelcome guide that checks your displays on first launch
  • ImprovedNew brightness engine: brighter, smoother, and the cursor stays crisp
  • ImprovedMenu bar icon now shows whether boost is on
  • ImprovedRedesigned Settings window
  • ImprovedLicenses now verify offline

Version 1.3.0

May 30, 2023

  • NewSupports open at login (macOS 13+)
  • FixedMinor bug fixes

Version 1.2.1

February 21, 2023

  • FixedFixed license activation issue for some devices

Version 1.2.0

February 8, 2023

  • FixedImproved the app stability
  • FixedMinor UI and UX improvements

Version 1.1.1

January 24, 2023

  • FixedMinor UI and UX improvements

Version 1.1.0

January 19, 2023

  • NewAdded support for MacBook Pro 2023 (M2 Pro/M2 Max)
  • FixedMinor UI and UX improvements

Version 1.0.0

January 2, 2023

  • NewInitial release of TotalXDR
  • NewKeeps XDR/HDR brightness always on for macOS
  • NewUnlocks the 1000 nits peak brighness for MacBook Pro 2021 (M1 Pro/M1 Max) and Pro Display XDR external display
  • NewSupports macOS Monterey (12.0) or newer
  • NewUniversal app that runs on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs
  • NewFully Native Mac App