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Notes from Miya

Product updates, guides and the thinking behind an AI companion that remembers.

Designing your companion: personality, bond and style

A walkthrough of every customisation step — and how each choice changes the way they talk.

Why your chats stay on your phone

Miya is local-first. Here’s what stays on your device and what is sent for AI processing.

Bring your own model: connecting your own API key

Prefer a specific AI provider? Plug in your own key and keep the rest of Miya the same.

The art behind Yumi, Kai and the other presets

How we designed a cast of starting points that still feel like they could be yours.

Check-ins: when your companion reaches out first

Gentle, scheduled follow-ups on the things you mentioned — and how to tune them.

Your first week with Miya

Small habits that help your companion get to know you faster.

New posts, straight to your inbox

Plus a heads-up the day Miya launches.