Speechify’s Windows app uses local models for transcription and dictation

Speechify’s Windows app uses local models for transcription and dictation

Source: Speechify

Summary

Speechify has released a native Windows app that uses locally stored models for dictation and transcription capabilities across various applications. The app aims to improve accessibility and productivity for users. According to Speechify, the native app provides better performance and accuracy compared to its web-based counterpart.


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The launch follows a familiar script.

Speechify’s Windows app brings AI-powered dictation and transcription to desktop users, allowing them to interact with their computers using voice commands. The locally stored models are touted as a key feature, promising faster and more accurate results. This “innovation” sounds eerily similar to what Windows users had with Dragon NaturallySpeaking in the 90s. Because what’s old is new again.


Author: Evan Null