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Description
Handy is an open-source, free, cross-platform application for speech-to-text that operates entirely offline, allowing you to dictate directly into any text field. By pressing and holding a customizable keyboard shortcut, you can speak, and upon releasing it, Handy captures your voice, transcribes it on your device, and automatically inserts the text into the application you are currently using. The default setting utilizes a push-to-talk feature, but users also have the option to toggle between starting and stopping recording with different key presses. This software is compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, ensuring that all voice data remains stored locally instead of being sent to external cloud services. Users can select from various Whisper models or Parakeet V3, with Whisper offering extensive multilingual capabilities for over 99 languages, while Parakeet V3 is fine-tuned for efficient CPU usage and automatic language identification. Additionally, Handy incorporates voice activity detection to filter out silence, and it can utilize GPU acceleration for Whisper on supported devices, enhancing the overall performance of the application. The combination of these features makes Handy a versatile tool for anyone needing reliable speech-to-text functionality without compromising privacy.
Description
Voice messages are automatically converted into text and audio formats, allowing for a seamless communication experience. With both text and audio available, users can eliminate the frustrations of needing to make corrections that often come with traditional mic-input methods. Additionally, push notifications help facilitate fluid exchanges, enhancing two-way conversations. You can keep your headphones in and phone tucked away in your pocket while still engaging with others! We are also advancing towards a fully conversational user interface, so keep an eye out for updates! Unlike typical "listen together" gatherings, this system enables real dialogue through advanced voice detection and automatic volume adjustments, making interactions more dynamic and engaging.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Handy.computer
Country
United States
Website
handy.computer/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Synervoz
Founded
2014
Country
Canada
Website
www.switchboardaudio.com
Product Features
Product Features
Video Conferencing
Electronic Hand Raising
No
Mobile Access
No
On-Demand Webcasting
No
Presentation Streaming
No
Presentation Tools
No
Private Chat
No
Real-Time Chat
No
Record & Playback Ability
No
Screen Sharing
No
Two-Way Audio & Video
No
Video Conferencing
No
Whiteboard
No
Web Conferencing
Electronic Hand Raising
No
Mobile Access
No
On-Demand Webcasting
No
Presentation Streaming
No
Presentation Tools
No
Private Chat
No
Real-Time Chat
No
Record & Playback Ability
No
Screen Sharing
No
Two-Way Audio & Video
No
Video Conferencing
No
Whiteboard
No