Open Source Aigentik: Local AI Assistant Manages Gmail & SMS, Zero Subscription
Ishabdullah · reddit · 2026-08-09
A developer has open-sourced Aigentik, a privacy-first local AI communications assistant. It runs entirely offline on Android (via Termux) or Linux boxes, using a local LLM (llama.cpp) to handle daily communications.
Key Features:
- Monitors Gmail inbox (IMAP IDLE) and Google Voice SMS in real-time, supporting auto-replies or queuing for approval.
- Negotiates and books appointments, sending real .ics calendar invites.
- Automatically builds and maintains a contact directory and tracks subcontractor applications.
- Accepts natural-language commands (e.g., “pause everything”, “add a rule”).
Technical Highlights:
- No cloud AI or external API keys required. No monthly subscription; you own it after a one-time setup.
- MIT licensed.
The author positions this as an “own it instead of renting it” alternative to AI receptionist SaaS services that typically cost $100–400/month.
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