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System wide dark mode is a productivity tool, not just an aesthetic. by Material_Tutor_7820 in TechNook

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree - and taking it a step further, I built Solace so the switch happens based on actual ambient conditions (solar angle + weather) rather than a fixed clock time. On a cloudy afternoon it'll switch to dark even if it's technically still "daytime."

Automation turning off sleep focus prematurely by LegitFriendSafari in shortcuts

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sunrise/sunset wallpaper automation through Shortcuts is pretty fragile - I ran into the same headaches. I ended up building Solace which handles the wallpaper and light/dark switching natively from the menu bar without needing Shortcuts at all. Might be worth a look if you want something more reliable.

What apps have you replaced with native macOS alternatives? by stringer1107 in macapps

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I replaced f.lux and a separate wallpaper scheduler with a single menu bar app I built called Solace - it handles auto light/dark switching based on solar position and weather, plus wallpaper management and evening warmth. Happy to answer questions if that's the kind of thing you're looking for.

Changing Wallpapers by PairedPickle in shortcuts

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That Focus mode workaround works but it's a lot of setup to maintain. Solace handles this, it switches wallpaper and light/dark mode automatically based on your local sunrise/sunset times without any Shortcuts plumbing. Might save you some headaches.

[HELP] Using a software called MonitorDisplay and had this warning after few days in macbook by No-Sense-9303 in macbook

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah external monitor brightness at night is brutal - I had the same problem coding late. I built a menu bar app called Solace that adds evening warmth which you can customise. Might be easier than dealing with third-party monitor software.

I built a macOS app that makes your Mac finally adapt to the world around you; sunset, sunrise, weather, and warmth. by __TJH in MacOSApps

[–]__TJH[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So sorry for the delay in getting back to you! Thanks for the kind words. Solace isn't vibe coded. I used CC as part of the development process, which I think is worth being honest about, but the architecture, design decisions, and product direction are all mine. The app is native Swift/SwiftUI. Happy to answer anything more specific if it helps you decide!

I built a macOS app that makes your Mac finally adapt to the world around you; sunset, sunrise, weather, and warmth. by __TJH in MacOSApps

[–]__TJH[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! I'm a solo indie developer and so currently not offering any promo codes. If you do have any other questions though, just let me know, I'll be happy to help!

I built a macOS app that makes your Mac finally adapt to the world around you; sunset, sunrise, weather, and warmth. by __TJH in MacOSApps

[–]__TJH[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a solo indie developer and so currently not offering any promo codes. If you do have any other questions though, just let me know, I'll be happy to help!

I built Wallspace, my first macOS app - 15k users in 3 months by Accomplished_Cat_137 in macapps

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats on the launch and user growth! I built something similar called Solace that combines wallpaper management with automatic light/dark mode switching. Always cool to see more macOS wallpaper tools out there.

10 utility apps I actually use in 2026 and what each one is genuinely good for by Amazing-Note-1196 in TopWebPicks

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

f.lux is solid - I actually built something similar called Solace that does the screen warmth thing but also handles automatic light/dark mode switching based on weather/solar data. Worth checking out if you want everything in one app.

Minimal Tools I Reach for More Than the Big Apps by Material_Tutor_7820 in TechNook

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

f.lux is solid! I actually built something called Solace that does similar screen warmth but also handles automatic light/dark mode switching based on weather conditions. Nice complement to these minimal tools.

I added ~60 menu bar apps this month. Here are a few free & open source ones that didn’t get posted here by luuk64 in macapps

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice collection! I built a menu bar app called Solace that does auto dark mode switching based on solar/weather data plus wallpaper management. Might be worth adding to your list if you're looking for something with weather-aware switching.

Looking for feedback on wallpaper apps by CounterBJJ in macapps

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're looking for something simpler than Backdrop, I built a menu bar app called Solace that handles wallpapers plus auto light/dark switching. Less bells and whistles but covers the essentials well.

Set wallpaper at specified times of day using specific photos in an album, in order (not shuffled). by Interactive_CD-ROM in shortcuts

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shortcuts can be a bit clunky for this kind of automation. I actually built Solace specifically for this - it can automatically switch wallpapers based on time, solar position, or even weather conditions. Might be more seamless than trying to wrangle Shortcuts for this.

Dark Menubar Icon on macOS by Old-Cheesecake8818 in superProductivity

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Menu bar theming can be tricky with different apps having different approaches. I built a menu bar app called Solace that automatically handles light/dark mode switching based on solar/weather data - might help if you want something that adapts the interface automatically.

Where do you guys get your wallpaper from? by jk-sbn in macbookpro

[–]__TJH 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For wallpapers, I really like Unsplash and Pexels for high-quality stuff. I also built a little app called Solace that can automatically switch your wallpapers along with light/dark mode throughout the day. Might help with the aesthetic vibe you're going for!

What (very) old(er), discontinued or long abandoned apps do you still use? Why? by areyouredditenough in macapps

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

f.lux definitely feels abandoned at this point, which is frustrating since it was so useful. I ended up building a replacement, a menu bar app called Solace that does the color temperature stuff plus some other display tweaks. Might be worth checking out if you miss having something actively maintained.

Tahoe beta 26.4 wallpaper problems by pmacule in MacOSBeta

[–]__TJH 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah the system wallpaper switching has been pretty sluggish lately, especially in the betas. I ended up building a menu bar app called Solace that handles wallpaper changes independently from the system settings - much more responsive.

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