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macOS CLI that keeps your Mac awake with the lid closed on battery, so a local Codex, Claude Code, or Cursor session keeps running.
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Rucksack alpha CLI that pins a Mac to a hotspot and holds a sleep lease
by thirdface·Jul 26, 2026·3 points·0 comments
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Automates hotspot handoff to keep lid-closed Macs awake for local agent sessions.
Strengths
- •Solves the specific 'clamshell mode on battery' pain point for mobile AI development.
- •Bounded lease architecture prevents accidental battery drain if the user forgets.
- •Helper binary installation handles sudo requirements cleanly for agent workflows.
Weaknesses
- •Relies on Apple Instant Hotspot reliability, which can be flaky depending on iPhone model.
- •Alpha status means closed-lid behavior in a bag still needs real-world verification.
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Target Audience
Developers running local LLMs on MacBooks
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