Recording family stories on your phone is the easiest way to preserve memories before they fade.
Turn off TVs and move closer to the speaker.
Start with a question like “What was your childhood like?”
Use VoiceHistory to capture the audio and generate a transcript automatically.
Start now with Record Family Stories or use the oral history app for guided interviews.
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A practical list of memory prompts for parents and grandparents, plus a simple plan for turning answers into a lasting family archive.
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GUIDES
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