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hacker-menu · v1.1.5 • deprecated
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Hacker News Delivered to Desktop
brew install --cask hacker-menu 5
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Trust Score 5/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Hacker Menu provides a convenient way to access Hacker News directly from the macOS menu bar, offering real-time updates and story filtering. It's ideal for developers and tech enthusiasts who want to stay updated without switching to a browser.
Delivers Hacker News stories to the macOS menu bar for quick access.
Maturity: The project has significant traction with over a thousand GitHub stars but lacks recent updates, indicating potential stagnation.
Community: Hacker News discussions are positive, with several mentions highlighting its utility, though Reddit shows no activity.
Pros
- + Quick and efficient access to Hacker News from the menu bar
- + Saves time by eliminating the need to open a browser
- + Customizable with story filtering options
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may lead to compatibility issues
- - Inactive development could hinder future improvements
Community Mentions
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Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown