Product Design
Flashback
A memory-sharing platform that enables users to capture and relive moments through contextual storytelling and intelligent organization.
The Concept
Flashback reimagines how we preserve and share memories. Unlike traditional photo apps that simply store images chronologically, Flashback creates rich, contextual memory experiences by combining photos, location data, and narrative storytelling.
The Problem
Our camera rolls are overflowing with photos, but we rarely revisit them. Key issues we identified:
- • Photos lack context and narrative after time passes
- • Memories are scattered across multiple platforms
- • No easy way to share memory experiences with others
- • Chronological organization doesn't reflect how we remember events
Our Solution
Contextual Capture
Automatically add location, weather, and companion data to photos
Story Building
Create narrative arcs from individual moments with intuitive editing
Smart Organization
AI-powered grouping by events, people, and places
Collaborative Memories
Multiple people can contribute to shared memory collections
Design Process
Working under tight hackathon constraints, I led rapid user research, wireframing, and prototyping. We interviewed potential users, identified core pain points, and iteratively tested our concept. The final design balances automation with user control, ensuring the app enhances rather than interrupts memory-making.
Timeline View
Navigate memories through an interactive timeline that reveals contextual details on hover
Memory Cards
Rich cards combining images, text, and metadata into shareable moments
Smart Search
Find memories by location, people, or even emotions and weather
Collaborative Albums
Friends and family can contribute to shared memory collections
Outcome & Learnings
Flashback demonstrated our team's ability to move from concept to functional prototype in 36 hours. The project reinforced the importance of focusing on core user needs rather than feature bloat. While built for a hackathon, the concept sparked conversations about how digital tools can better serve human connection and memory.