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Re: Show HN: InstaNote – notes in a simple chat interface

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Post by system2 »

tethys wrote: post #5

I use this in WhatsApp: Created a new group chat with a friend, then kicked her out - now I'm having an empty chat just for myself.

I did similar. It is good for cross platform since I use whatsapp on windows too. Funny how people come up with similar things.

Re: Show HN: InstaNote – notes in a simple chat interface

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Post by aj2 »

qzx_pierri wrote: post #7

very cool idea! edit: you can only use the app if you sign in via Google. Uninstalled.

I wanted login to be able to backup notes to the cloud. Would you want something to keep data just on the phone, or login with a different provider? That is to say: I'm considering other login providers and also just local on-device notes if there is enough interest.

Thanks for the feedback and definitely interested in understanding your requirements better.

Re: Show HN: InstaNote – notes in a simple chat interface

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Post by vimslayer »

tethys wrote: post #5

I use this in WhatsApp: Created a new group chat with a friend, then kicked her out - now I'm having an empty chat just for myself.

If you add your own phone number to contacts, you can also just start one-to-one with yourself from there

Re: Show HN: InstaNote – notes in a simple chat interface

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Post by slykar »

Feels weird. I often send a message to myself using Facebook Messenger in order to take a quick note. I do this because I can easily access it on any device and I generally have the Messenger opened in the background. I'm not sure if I want to have filtering and searching in a chat style note taking app. I don't care for organization of those quick, ad-hoc notes with short lifespan. If I want something persisted, I'll probably use a more dedicated, organized place.

Re: Show HN: InstaNote – notes in a simple chat interface

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Post by aj2 »

Since many are asking:

- notes are saved in the cloud

- currently requires Google login (but that was only because I wanted to get something out the door quickly). I'm considering implementing other login providers and also device-only notes if there is enough interest. I know there are legitimate concerns around this topic: I'm not tied to the login mechanism per se.

Re: Show HN: InstaNote – notes in a simple chat interface

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Post by aj2 »

hamaluik wrote: post #8

Surprised Apple let you publish this with only the option to sign in with a google account and not let you use any functionality until you do. I would also prefer to not sync yet more stuff with Google. Otherwise, seems pretty handy, I'll check it out.

Thanks for the feedback. Sounds like google login is an area of concern for many. I'm considering other login providers too, would love to know what you prefer (device-only notes, or synced with a separate account or a different provider).

Re: Show HN: InstaNote – notes in a simple chat interface

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Post by aj2 »

maps7 wrote: post #19

This looks like whatsapp - and in whatsapp you can do a chat to yourself

People sending themselves emails or whatsapp messages was certainly one motivation for the interface. I personally also wanted a) reminders associated with notes, and b) simple lists so I don't have to use separate apps for different types of notes.
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