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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.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
Has API
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Integrations
Nok Nok S3 Authentication
No
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
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Free Version
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Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
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Free Version
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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