: The icon subtly changes to indicate state, and it fully supports macOS Dark Mode. Key Features in 1.8.0
: Version 1.8.0 features improved support for the macOS Shortcuts app , allowing you to automate "keep awake" sessions based on specific triggers, such as opening a particular app or connecting to a power source. Lungo 1.8.0
Lungo 1.8.0 operates entirely from the macOS menu bar, keeping it out of your workspace while remaining easily accessible. Its primary appeal lies in its simplicity: a single click toggles the "keep awake" state. : The icon subtly changes to indicate state,
This version focuses on enhancing automation and user control: Its primary appeal lies in its simplicity: a
Lungo is a streamlined productivity app for macOS designed to prevent your computer from going to sleep, dimming its screen, or starting a screensaver. Version 1.8.0, released in early 2024, introduces several refinements and feature updates that solidify its position as a modern, lightweight alternative to older tools like Caffeine or Amphetamine.
: For power users, the command-line interface has been refined, making it easier to script Lungo’s behavior. Performance and System Impact
One of Lungo's strongest selling points is its efficiency. Unlike more complex alternatives, Lungo has a negligible impact on CPU and RAM. In version 1.8.0, the developer, Sindre Sorhus , has further optimized the code to ensure it remains responsive even on older Intel-based Macs while being fully native for Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3).