Martin

Martin is a neat tool that acts as your hyper-organized friend who never sleeps. This AI assistant, accessible at trymartin.com, promises to manage your life — calendar, emails, texts, and all — through a slick mix of voice and text commands. Picture this: I’m rushing to a coffee shop, late for a meeting, and I mutter, “Text Sarah I’m five minutes out.” Martin doesn’t just send the text; it confirms the details with me first, saving me from an embarrassing typo. That’s the kind of thoughtful touch that makes you feel like you’re not just shouting into the void.

The dashboard at app.trymartin.com is a revelation. It’s a one-stop shop for your to-dos, calendar, and inbox, with a chat window where you can bark orders like “Reschedule my 2pm to 3pm.” The iOS app, which I downloaded after a quick sign-up, feels intuitive, and the voice feature is a cut above Siri, understanding my commands even with background noise. Users on X praise its Slack integration, which lets you ping channels or teammates without lifting a finger. I tried the “Add an idea” shortcut, which logged a thought to my notes and texted it to myself — nifty for capturing fleeting inspiration.

But, I’ll be honest, it’s not flawless. The setup for calendar integration took me a few tries, especially with my Apple Calendar, which demanded an app-specific password. Compared to Google Assistant, Martin feels more personal but lacks the same depth of device integration. Some App Store reviews mention occasional lag in processing complex commands, and I noticed a slight delay when asking Martin to draft an email. Pricing seems reasonable with a free trial and a Pro option, but it’s not as dirt-cheap as some basic assistants like Alexa.

The wow factor? Martin’s ability to call or text on your behalf. I had it send a follow-up text to a colleague, and it nailed the tone. It’s like having a digital butler who’s still learning the ropes but already impressing. If you’re curious, sign up at trymartin.com, link your email, and try a few commands. It’s a glimpse into a future where your assistant might just outshine you.