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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

Sensory stands at the forefront of implementing embedded neural network-driven speech recognition, establishing itself as the leading entity in the development and optimization of speech recognition software that operates efficiently with limited resources and low MIPS consumption. Their extensive background and ongoing innovations have culminated in the creation of the first embedded large vocabulary continuous-speech recognizer (LVCSR), which rivals the performance of cloud-based systems. In contrast to typical voice recognition applications found in smartphones and mobile devices—like those powered by voice assistants such as Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, and Cortana—Sensory’s technology is integrated directly into devices, eliminating the need for a Wi-Fi connection. Many users prefer solutions that do not rely on cloud-based systems for high-quality speech recognition, while others look for a hybrid approach that balances client and cloud capabilities for optimal functionality. As concerns regarding privacy, efficiency, and bandwidth escalate, there is a growing trend toward processing data at the edge, which further enhances Sensory’s relevance in the market. This shift not only improves performance but also addresses user demands for greater control over their data.

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API Access

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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.
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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 Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
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) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

insight 42

Founded

2018

Country

Germany

Website

insight42.com/home/secretary42/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Sensory

Founded

1994

Country

United States

Website

www.sensory.com/natural-language-understanding/

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 

Product Features

Speech Recognition

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

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