Microsoft engineer teases MacBook-style Touch Bar for Windows

He will be using C#, WinUI, and Windows App SDK for this side project

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Etienne Baudoux, a software engineer at Microsoft, has leaked a teaser about his newest side project: a MacBook Touch Bar-inspired interface for the Windows desktop. This has sparked curiosity in the developer community.

He shared this update on May 22, 2025, via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, @VelerSoftware. This teaser points out that he is working on bringing dynamic and contextual UI controls to the Windows desktop environment.

He used hashtags like C#, WinUI, and the Windows App SDK, indicating that Baudoux is leveraging these technologies to craft a toolbar that mimics Apple’s now-discontinued Touch Bar, customized for the Windows 11 ecosystem. The idea fits the growing demand for deeper Windows desktop customization and enhanced productivity tools for power users.

No other project details have been mentioned, but this post has certainly piqued the interest of .NET and Windows UI developers.

So, it seems the developers will keep an eye as Baudoux continues to iterate on this intriguing side project. What do you think about the MacBook-style Touch Bar? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs. Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That's why she's part of Windows Report's Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She's also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.

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