Dev tools · September 11, 2026
Foldelight – the iPhone Duo folding effect the MacBook was owed
The MacBook has been folding since 1991. foldelight finally gives the lid the folding-glass effect. Free, open source, macOS.
Foldelight – the iPhone Duo folding effect the MacBook was owed launched on September 11, 2026 with 19 votes, #816 of 8,095 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches.
In plain words
Foldelight is a free, open-source macOS application that adds a folding-glass visual effect to MacBook displays, inspired by the iPhone Duo's design. It creates a dynamic reflection and distortion effect along the center of the screen to simulate a foldable glass surface. Designed for macOS users who want a distinctive visual experience, foldelight brings an innovative interface element to traditional laptop displays without any cost or licensing restrictions.
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From the sources
foldelight adds the folding-glass effect seen on the iPhone Duo to your MacBookfrom lufzle.dev
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