AlDente
brew install --cask aldente
v1.37.3
Menu bar app that limits your Mac's maximum battery charge percentage to extend battery health.
Why you might care
Keeps your battery in optimal health by preventing overcharging; useful for users with Macs plugged in most of the time. The free version covers most needs, though a paid version offers additional features.
1.2k
30-day installs · #269
4.5k
90-day · #226
19.6k
365-day · #184
Links
- https://apphousekitchen.com/
- Brew formula source: Casks/a/aldente.rb
Blurb generated by claude-haiku-4-5 on today.
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