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HoldSpeak ✓

Type 3x faster with AI-powered voice-to-text

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Overview

HoldSpeak is a AI-powered app that allows you to type 3x faster. It supports over 100 languages and works 100% offline.

It works everywhere you can type text, no need to switch app.

Just press the hotkey, start talking and the text appears at the cursor as soon as you release the hotkey.

You can also bring your own vocabularies to increase reliability.

HoldSpeak is also secure and privacy-focused, all transcription and data is processed on your device with local models.
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Access & connections

Where you can use HoldSpeak.

Platforms

Web

Capabilities

What this tool accepts, produces, and is strongest at.

Input

  • Audio

Output

  • Text

Highlights

  • Local
  • No Signup

Supported features

  • Runs Locally
  • No Signup
  • Transcription

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Integrated workflow
  • Lightweight design
  • Multi-model voice recognition
  • Custom vocabularies support
  • Privacy-focused
  • Offline functionality
  • Supports 100+ languages
  • Auto-Language Detection
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  • macOS application
  • One-time purchase tool
  • Multi-Device Licensing
  • Speech Accuracy Personalization
  • One year updates
  • Data-security
  • Speed enhancement
  • No overburden on memory
  • No internet requirement
  • Multi-language auto detection
  • Single/Multiple device licenses
  • Effortless text input
  • Cross-app functionality
  • Fast text release
  • Hotkey trigger
  • Model performance variability
  • Individualized spelling accuracy
  • All-Mac application compatibility
  • Low memory requirement
  • On-device transcription
  • Built for macOS
  • Punctuation automatic recognition
  • Sentence separation automation
  • Extensive language offering
  • Easy usability
  • Unlimited transcription
  • Education discount available
  • Secure payment via Stripe
  • No recurring subscriptions
  • Lifetime access

Cons

  • Only for macOS
  • No free version
  • No subscription option
  • Lacks mobile compatibility
  • Limited model selection (5)
  • Limited software updates (1 year)
  • Restricted to offline use
  • Data privacy may limit functionality
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  • Only single device license available
  • No support after purchase

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Releases 1

Initial release June 14, 2024 Current
Initial release of HoldSpeak.

FAQ 12

What is HoldSpeak?
Yifan Wang
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HoldSpeak is an AI-powered voice-to-text application specifically designed to increase typing speed.
How does it work?
Yifan Wang
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HoldSpeak uses an on-device model to transcribe your voice into text. When you press the hotkey of your choice, HoldSpeak starts recording. After you release the hotkey, HoldSpeak will transcribe your voice into text and insert the text at the cursor.
Is HoldSpeak only compatible with macOS?
Yes, HoldSpeak has been specifically designed for macOS systems, ensuring high levels of compatibility and performance on these devices.
What are the five different voice recognition models in HoldSpeak?
HoldSpeak offers users the freedom to choose from five different voice recognition models. Each model varies in size, performance, and accuracy, providing flexibility and customization based on individual needs.
How can I customize HoldSpeak to enhance accuracy?
HoldSpeak allows you to customize your voice recognition by importing your own vocabularies, names, and phrases with correct spelling. This feature enhances the reliability and accuracy of text transcription.
Does HoldSpeak ensure data privacy?
Yes, HoldSpeak prioritizes data privacy. All transcriptions and voice inputs are stored on your device, and none of your data is uploaded or stored on external servers.
Does HoldSpeak require an internet connection to function?
No, HoldSpeak does not require an internet connection to work. All of the transcription processes occur directly on your device.
How many languages does HoldSpeak support?
HoldSpeak supports over 100 languages, making it suitable for users from many different linguistic backgrounds.
How does auto-language detection in HoldSpeak work?
Auto-language detection in HoldSpeak works by automatically identifying the language you're speaking in. This feature is particularly useful for multilingual users who often switch between languages.
How is HoldSpeak priced and are there different options for purchasing the license?
HoldSpeak is priced as a one-time purchase with various options. You can buy a single license for one device at $19, two licenses for two devices at $29, or three licenses for three devices at $39. The pricing structure makes it cheaper to buy multiple licenses at once.
Does HoldSpeak license purchase include updates?
Yes, a HoldSpeak license purchase includes one year of updates. This means you can benefit from all the improvements and features added during this period.
Is HoldSpeak lightweight and memory efficient?
Yes, HoldSpeak is very lightweight and memory-efficient. The application occupies only about 50MB of memory on your device. This ensures that it doesn't overburden your system resources, allowing you to use it seamlessly even with other applications running.
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