Life & fun · September 21, 2026
I built a camera that you talk with instead of seeing your own face
Talk to Maki instead of performing for the camera. Record while seeing questions instead of yourself. Become someone who makes video.
I built a camera that you talk with instead of seeing your own face launched on September 21, 2026 with 10 votes, #994 of 8,094 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches.
In plain words
Maki is a camera application designed for creating talking-head videos through conversation rather than traditional performance. Instead of seeing themselves, users interact with an AI that provides questions and guidance while recording. The tool automatically identifies usable clips, generates captions, and assembles videos in under 15 minutes. It's built for people who want to create video content but find the camera uncomfortable or intimidating, removing friction from the recording process.
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Talk naturally with Maki instead of performing. Record while seeing questions instead of yourself. Make captioned talking-head videos in less than 15 minutes. Guidance when you need it. Cues when you drift. No script memorization needed. Ever. Maki identifies the clips worth keeping, and finds the strongest story. Rearrange, trim and approve. It's captioned. Ready to share. MakiRoll does not magically erase the weirdness of a camera. It removes some of the things that make recording uncomfortable, so it is easier to get your reps in. Posting is optional. See what recording feels like when you don't have to perform. Then choose a plan based on how often you want to make video. Stumble.…from makiroll.app
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