The Archive
Thoughts on memory, voice, and the devices quietly shaping how we remember. The Archive is where we explore memory-first technology, voice-based devices, and the form factors shaping how AI fits into everyday life. No announcements. No hot takes. Just ideas worth keeping.
Best Granola Alternatives in 2026, and Why People Are Switching
A class action has put AI notetaker consent in the news. Here are six Granola alternatives, sorted by the reasons people actually switch: consent, data retention, in-person meetings, price and platform.
Plaud One Sold Out? The Best Alternatives While You Wait
The Plaud One Explorer Edition is out of stock and waitlist only. Here are the in-stock alternatives: AI recording earbuds, Plaud's own recorders, and always-on wearables.