AI-powered audio tour guide Wrinkles launches globally

Wrinkles, an AI-powered audio tour guide app, has launched globally on iOS and Android. The app, founded by David Stemler and Ryan Hansan, uses location to surface stories about buildings, streets, and local lore.

The idea behind Wrinkles is to allow users to explore the world while hearing the places around them come to life without having to stare at their phone. The app's launch follows years of development, inspired by the founders' travel experiences and frustration with existing audio tour guides.

Stemler came up with the idea for Wrinkles while visiting the British Museum in London and using its official app for a self-guided tour. Although he believed the app was well designed, Stemler found the experience frustrating. He spent the entire visit heads-down, matching numbers on the screen to the exhibits, rather than taking in the surroundings.

Wrinkles aims to change this experience by using AI to automatically surface stories about the places around the user. The app is available for download on both iOS and Android platforms, and is set to revolutionize the way people explore and interact with their surroundings.

The app's launch has been met with excitement from travel enthusiasts and locals alike, who are eager to experience the hidden stories and history of their surroundings. With Wrinkles, users can now explore the world with a new level of depth and understanding, and discover the secrets behind the places they visit.