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Description

Secretary42 is a desktop dictation tool aimed at professionals, writers, developers, and anyone seeking to convert spoken words into text while utilizing their preferred Mac or Windows applications. It features a customizable global hotkey to easily initiate and halt dictation; the integrated whisper.cpp engine performs local transcription with downloadable Whisper models and delivers the output to the active cursor, clipboard, or a designated file. Users can select models that strike a balance between transcription speed and accuracy and have the option to review, copy, or erase their locally saved transcription history. The application is particularly useful for composing emails, creating documents, jotting down notes, responding to support inquiries, logging issue reports, and drafting documentation. Dictation executes entirely on the device without reliance on cloud services, with internet connectivity only needed for checkout, license management, downloading models and the app, accessing support, and optional diagnostics. Secretary42 is compatible with macOS on Apple Silicon as well as Windows x64, making it versatile for a wide range of users. Additionally, its focus on local processing enhances data privacy and security for users concerned about cloud storage.

Description

Take Dictation is a macOS dictation application designed specifically for Apple silicon Macs operating on macOS 26 or newer. This app efficiently transforms spoken English into written text within any text field of applications like Mail, Notes, and Messages. All voice recognition and text refinement processes are carried out locally on the Mac, ensuring that no audio recordings or transcripts are uploaded elsewhere. Users have the flexibility to initiate and halt dictation using a keyboard shortcut, customize microphone and dictation preferences, and implement fixed cleanup protocols to eliminate filler phrases and insert punctuation seamlessly, all without the need for rewriting through a chatbot. Aimed at Mac users looking to draft responses, notes, and varied lengths of text verbally, the app offers a 14-day trial period and is available for purchase via a one-time household license, eliminating the necessity for an account or ongoing subscription. This makes it a convenient choice for those who prefer dictation over typing.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Apple Mail No 
Apple Notes No 

Integrations

Apple Mail Yes 
Apple Notes Yes 

Pricing Details

€9.99/month
€9.99 per month or €99.99 per year. Subscriptions renew automatically until cancelled. Prices include VAT for EU customers; Paddle displays the final amount before payment.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$39 one-time
A household license costs $39 one time, with no subscription or renewal. It includes all features, updates, a fully featured 14-day trial, and a 30-day refund. Organization licenses are priced by user count.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
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 Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

insight 42

Founded

2018

Country

Germany

Website

insight42.com/home/secretary42/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Shifted Music

Country

United States

Website

takedictation.com

Product Features

Speech Recognition

Audio Capture No 
Automatic Form Fill No 
Automatic Transcription No 
Call Analysis No 
Concatenated Speech No 
Continuous Speech No 
Customizable Macros No 
Multi-Languages No 
Specialty Vocabularies No 
Speech-to-Text Analysis No 
Variable Frequency No 
Voice Recognition No 

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