The open-source “Do Not Disturb” gadget brings Flipper’s retro aesthetic to your workspace, mechanically blocking digital distractions and syncing together with your good dwelling.
Flipper Gadgets, the creators of the Flipper Zero, has introduced The Busy Bar, an open-source “Do-Not-Disturb” desk gadget designed to minimise office distractions. Launched on 29 June 2026, the machine formally goes on sale and begins delivery on 14 July 2026.
In response to Flipper’s {hardware} ethos, it options totally open-source firmware and an area open API, permitting offline developer customisation with out cloud lock-in. Additionally it is Matter-certified, dropping natively into assistants like Apple HomeKit, Google House, and House Assistant good ecosystems.
The machine adopts a retro aesthetic with toy-like bodily inputs. A bigger, front-facing 72×16 RGB LED matrix display screen shows standing alerts, akin to “On Name” or “Busy” to co-workers or household, whereas a smaller rear-facing monochrome OLED show mirrors energetic Pomodoro countdowns and battery monitoring to the consumer. It options three bodily inputs: a mechanical Begin/Pause button, a dial knob to regulate focus timers, and a mode change to toggle layouts.
Focus mode may be activated manually or automated to set off when becoming a member of a video name, recording audio, or opening workspace apps. When energetic, the paired software program ecosystem mutes telephone notifications, blocks distracting apps, and fires good dwelling automations—like turning an workplace door mild pink.
The Busy App companion ecosystem natively helps macOS, iOS, Android, and watchOS, with Home windows compatibility arriving later in 2026. The unit operates by way of a typical USB connection or Wi-Fi 6, powered by a 3,250 mAh battery providing eight hours of energetic use. The Busy Bar retails at $249, however Flipper is providing an early-bird value of $199 for the primary 3,000 waitlist orders.