Free, open source voice dictation for macOS. On-device transcription with Apple's Speech framework. No cloud, no API keys, no account.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (MIT)
Platforms
- Mac
- Homebrew
United States



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Free, open source voice dictation for macOS. On-device transcription with Apple's Speech framework. No cloud, no API keys, no account.



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