Overview
Next Time Notes is a location aware reminder app that assists users in jotting down notes about places they’ve visited. Upon entering the vicinity of a location, the app prompts users to review their previous notes and offers the option to write another one.
What was included
- Location-based reminders
- CloudKit sync across devices
- StoreKit
- Onboarding and empty states
- App Store release
Challenge
User wanted an app that allows them to create location notes and receive notifications when they’re near a location. These notifications would prompt them to review notes from previous visits. Additionally, users would be able to create new notes for future visits, with options to include text and pictures.
Approach
Mapped out the full geofencing workflow before design began, then collaborated with the user iteratively on UI layout and tested notification triggers at each stage.
01
Discovery
Mapped user journeys, defined core jobs to be done, and validated location based reminders with early prototypes.
02
Design
Crafted UI flows for capture, browse, and notification moments with accessibility and clarity in mind.
03
Build
Implemented Swift UI views, Core Location hooks, and CloudKit sync with offline friendly caching.
04
Launch
Shipped to TestFlight, iterated on feedback, and released on the App Store with analytics in place.
5/5
Average App Store rating from early adopters.
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