Instinct

Instinct is a personal AI assistant. According to its website, it understands the work you're doing and the things that matter to you, and it can take actions for you across apps and devices.

Key features

• No new interface: The website stresses that "the interface is simple: there is no new interface." You can text it or call it.
• Operates devices on your behalf: It can use your phone and computer just like you do.
• Carries out tasks across apps: It doesn't just answer questions; it also takes action directly in different apps and on different devices.
• Understands context: It learns what you're working on and what you care about, then handles things accordingly.

Typical tasks

Examples listed on the website include:

• Ordering ingredients for a new recipe
• Booking a train ticket home for the weekend
• Ordering everyday groceries
• Sending flowers to a friend
• Finding a court for the weekend

Target users and use cases

It suits individual users who want to hand off everyday chores such as ordering, booking and searching to an assistant. You don't need to learn a new app; you can give instructions by text or phone call.

How to use it

To get started, log in to the web app (app.instinct.com) through the "Try Instinct" link on the website. The website also offers a way to invite friends.

Things to note

The website discloses little information. Pricing, supported platforms and apps, the specific privacy and permission mechanisms, and whether it is open source are not described on the homepage. Before using it, review its privacy policy and terms of service, and confirm what permissions it has when operating your accounts and devices.