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BrightIntosh
brightintosh · v1.6.1 • deprecated
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Utility that allows increased screen brightness
brew install --cask brightintosh 21
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026BrightIntosh is a macOS utility that allows users to increase their screen brightness beyond the default settings, particularly beneficial for MacBook Pro models with XDR displays. It provides enhanced brightness control and customization options.
BrightIntosh enables users to adjust their screen brightness to levels higher than the default system settings.
Maturity: The project is actively maintained with recent commits and a substantial number of GitHub stars, indicating good health and community interest.
Community: No community discussion found yet.
Pros
- + Increases screen brightness beyond default settings, useful for users in bright environments or with specific display needs.
- + Actively maintained with regular updates and responsive issue resolution.
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0, supporting transparency and community contribution.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for new versions.
- - Limited community discussion, potentially affecting user support and contributions.
Community Mentions
reddit
Jan 2026 Brightintosh & Better Display
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown