Observed arrival · 2026-09-04

NearPair Gives Mac a Nearby Earbud Setup Card

nearpair.app Observed source

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NearPair is a small macOS utility that detects compatible Fast Pair earbuds nearby and surfaces a native setup card.

Landing page captured for the 2026-09-04 issue.

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NearPair runs from the macOS menu bar and watches for compatible Fast Pair broadcasts, then presents a setup card when a device comes within range. The page exposes controls for proximity sensitivity, repeat timing, card duration, and excluded devices, rather than hiding behavior behind a dashboard. Version 1.0.8 targets Apple silicon Macs on macOS 14 or later, and the displayed early-bird license is $5 through Polar.

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