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Show HN: A tool to help you remember shit you are interested in (recall-app.com)

493 points by paulrchds · 1406 days ago · 173 comments on HN

Article summary

The article introduces a tool called Recall, which helps users remember and organize information they are interested in. Recall allows users to summarize content, take notes, and save it in a knowledge base, where it is automatically organized and interlinked for easy rediscovery. The tool also enables users to ask questions and get answers from their trusted sources. Recall is used by over 700,000 professionals and offers features such as unlimited summaries, chat with knowledge, and automatic organization.

Main themes

  • information organization
  • note-taking
  • knowledge management
  • data ownership
  • monetization
  • mobile apps
  • user experience

What commenters say

  • The tool's value proposition is not immediately clear to some users, who are unsure how it differs from existing note-taking and bookmarking apps.
  • Some users appreciate the tool's potential to help them remember and organize information, but are hesitant to commit due to concerns about data ownership and export.
  • The tool's implementation of features such as spaced repetition and news subscriptions could be a major selling point, but some users are skeptical about the need for these features.
  • A proper mobile version of the tool is seen as essential by some users, while others prefer web-based or third-party apps.
  • Some users are concerned about the lack of clear monetization and the potential for the tool to become a paid service, while others are willing to pay for a tool that provides value.
  • The tool's ability to export data to markdown files could alleviate concerns about data ownership and export.
  • The tool's uniqueness and value lie in its ability to build a knowledge graph of users' interests and provide a personalized experience.