Developed by longtime friends David Stemler and Ryan Hansan, the application functions as an AI-powered guide that reveals local lore, architectural history, and hidden secrets. Currently available on iOS and Android, it tracks a user's location to deliver information without requiring constant interaction with a device. The startup has already mapped 1.3 million points of interest across 177 countries, allowing users to explore content in real-time or via remote browsing.
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Wrinkles turns location data into an interactive audio history
“If the phone in my pocket knows exactly where I am, shouldn’t the places in front of me be able to speak?” That question from co-founder David Stemler sparked the creation of Wrinkles, an app designed to replace heads-down screen time with immersive, location-aware audio storytelling about your surroundings.
The platform extends beyond passive listening by incorporating interactive features that allow users to ask follow-up questions about specific landmarks. Beyond professional content from historians and museums, the app encourages personal archiving; individuals can attach photos, videos, and family memories to specific coordinates, effectively turning local geography into a repository for private histories. While the app is free for travelers and commuters, the company generates revenue by providing a white-label infrastructure for businesses, tourism boards, and universities to host their own location-based experiences and booking services.
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