Notee: AI Note Taker

What it does

Notee is an AI-powered productivity app designed to capture and process information from various audio sources. It allows users to record live audio, upload existing voice memos, or import content directly from a YouTube link. The app then transcribes the audio and transforms it into a structured, summarized note, complete with automatically generated quizzes and flashcards to aid retention.

Where it shines

Notee's primary strength is its ability to turn passive audio content into an active learning suite. The moment a recorded note is processed at 01:19 is pivotal. It's not just a wall of text; it's a dashboard with tools like 'Quiz' and 'Flashcards', immediately elevating the note's utility. The multi-modal input system is another highlight. The seamless process of adding a YouTube video at 04:05 demonstrates how the app extends beyond personal recordings to become a tool for summarizing public content. Finally, the AI chat feature (02:56) allows users to conversationally query their notes, turning a static document into a dynamic database.

UX highlights

Multi-modal creation: The 'New note' dialog at 00:46 offers clear options for recording, uploading a file, or adding a YouTube link, accommodating various user contexts.
Interactive learning tools: Instead of just summarizing, the app generates quizzes (01:40) and flashcards (02:12), making it a powerful study aid.
In-note translation: A one-tap 'Translate' button (02:37) instantly converts the entire summary into another language, a useful feature for international teams or language learners.
AI Assistant: The 'Chat with Notee' feature (02:56) uses suggested prompts like 'Action Items List' to help users quickly extract key information without re-reading.
Tag-based organization: Users can add custom tags (01:28) and filter their note list (05:11), providing a simple yet effective organization system.
Clean interface: The app maintains a minimal and focused design, with a clear hierarchy that prioritizes the note content and its associated tools.

Monetization & growth

Notee presents a soft paywall with a free trial during its onboarding flow (00:28). The screen clearly outlines the benefits of unlimited access, including multi-language translations and the quiz/flash card features. It presents two options: a yearly plan with a significant 'Save 89%' discount and a weekly plan that initiates the 7-day free trial. The price is also broken down into a weekly cost for the annual plan, a common tactic to make the price seem more affordable. A prominent 'Free Trial Enabled' toggle gives users a sense of control before they proceed to the native Apple subscription prompt.

Who it’s for

This app is built for students, professionals, researchers, and anyone who needs to capture and retain information from audio sources. Students can use it to record lectures and automatically get study guides. Professionals can transcribe meetings and instantly pull out action items. Content creators or researchers could use it to quickly summarize information from YouTube videos or interviews. The core user is someone who values not just recording information, but actively engaging with it to learn and take action.

Notes & opportunities

While the AI features are powerful, the quiz experience could be improved. The feedback for wrong answers (02:01) simply highlights the correct one without explanation, which is a missed learning opportunity. The onboarding is quick but lacks personalization; asking users about their primary use case (e.g., studying, work meetings) could help tailor the initial experience. Finally, the main 'My Notes' screen (00:43) is functional but could benefit from more visual differentiation between note types (e.g., icons for audio vs. YouTube notes).