Blinko note app challenges Obsidian with AI, privacy

A new self-hosted note-taking app called Blinko is gaining popularity as a potential alternative to Obsidian, offering features like AI integration and local deployment. It emphasizes privacy and ease of use. Blinko, which runs in a Docker container, includes a markdown editor, tagging system, and note history. It also supports local AI for note creation and retrieval, and allows users to upload music for in-app control. The app differentiates itself with "Blinkos" for quick notes and "Notes" for long-term storage. It also features a "random walk" option to help users organize and review their notes.