AI Contacts

## Inspiration

Traditional contact apps haven't evolved since the early 2000s. They still only collect a name and number, with no memory of where, when, or why the contact was saved. We miss birthdays, forget follow-ups, and lose context. And when someone updates their number or email—we're left in the dark.

## What we built

The New Contacts App is a smarter way to manage relationships. It captures context when a contact is added (date, location, tags), enables follow-up reminders, and even notifies you when contacts update their info (if public). With privacy-first discovery options, auto-generated contact landing pages, and AI-powered suggestions, it’s more than a phone book—it’s a personal CRM for real life.

## How we built it

Voice-first and manual contact entry with AI parsing
Contact tagging and reminders at the point of entry
Public/private toggles on every profile field
A personal landing page for every user (like a mini LinkInBio)
A discoverability map (like Snapchat’s) for those who opt in
Notifications for birthdays, follow-ups, and profile updates
Backend built with Firebase or Supabase
Voice features use device STT APIs; geotags with device GPS
Simple change detection algorithm using field hashes
Privacy-focused UX with full data download/delete options

## What we learned

People want to remember why they met someone, not just who. Reminders aren't just for tasks—they’re for relationships. Users need the flexibility to control visibility, but they also value discoverability when it serves a purpose. Voice input reduces friction. Context creates connection.