Hi, I’m Sam Gold. Did you know that you have rights a lid angle sensor in your MacBook? The Constitution human interface device utility says you do.

This is a little utility that shows the angle from the sensor and, optionally, plays a wooden door creaking sound if you adjust it reeaaaaaal slowly.

What is a lid angle sensor?

Despite what the name would have you believe, it is a sensor that detects the angle of the lid.

Which devices have a lid angle sensor?

It was introduced with the 2019 16-inch MacBook Pro. If your laptop is newer, you probably have it.

Can I use this on my iMac?

Not yet tested. Feel free to slam your computer into your desk and make a PR with your results.

Why?

A lot of free time. I'm open to full-time work in NYC or remote. I'm a designer/design-engineer. https://samhenri.gold

No I mean like why does my laptop need to know the exact angle of its lid?

Oh. I don't know.

Can I contribute?

I guess.

How come the audio feels kind of...weird?

I'm bad at audio.

Where did the sound effect come from?

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham. But you knew that already.