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Voice to text (also called speech to text or dictation) converts spoken words into written text. It's used for transcription, dictation, and accessibility.
Voice to text vs transcription
Voice to text (dictation): you speak directly into the app and it types for you in real time
Transcription: converts a recorded audio file to text after recording
Real-time transcription: combines both — records and transcribes simultaneously
Talk2Memo does real-time transcription — records and converts to text as you speak
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Talk2Memo converts voice to text in real time. Speak naturally and see your words appear on screen within 300ms. After recording, the AI summary extracts key points automatically.
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