overkill ☆
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Description:
Stop iTunes from opening when you connect your iPhone
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @KrauseFx  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: itunes ios macos utility productivity
Install: brew install --cask overkill
About:
Overkill is a lightweight utility that prevents iTunes from automatically launching whenever an iOS device is connected to a Mac. It works by monitoring USB connections and intercepting the events that typically trigger iTunes, providing a seamless experience for users who prefer manual control. This tool is particularly valuable for developers and power users who frequently connect devices for debugging or file transfer without wanting media synchronization.
Key Features:
  • Runs silently in the background with minimal system overhead
  • Blocks iTunes auto-launch while preserving manual launch capability
  • Simple toggle interface for enabling/disabling the protection
  • Compatible with both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs
Use Cases:
  • iOS developers connecting devices for debugging who want to avoid iTunes interruptions
  • Users who manually manage media sync and prefer to launch iTunes only when needed
Alternatives:
  • iTunesHelper Disabler – More comprehensive system-level blocking but requires more configuration
  • Manual iTunes Preference Setting – Native macOS option but less reliable and doesn't block all auto-launch scenarios
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:45pm 1.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 77ba52ce
Aug 5, 2025 2:22pm 1.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 5be8821e
Jul 27, 2024 7:45pm 1.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 7e2a9b09
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