MacWhisper 11: Enhanced Transcription and Dictation
MacWhisper 11 introduces a redesigned interface with a collapsible sidebar for easy access to settings, AI prompts, translations, and speaker identification. This update improves user control over transcript appearance with customizable text size, colors, and padding.
A key feature is the AI-powered dictation tool, accessible from any app via the menu bar utility, even without the main app running. Dictation is touted as being over four times faster than typing, with AI integration enabling real-time rewriting. For enhanced privacy, MacWhisper integrates with on-device AI services like LM Studio and Ollama. Check out macOS 15.2 Public Beta: Enhanced Productivity and AI Integration for related advancements in AI integration.
New Features and Improvements
- Redesigned transcript view with a convenient sidebar.
- Adjustable font size, colors, and padding for transcripts.
- Collapsible sidebar for focused viewing.
- Per-transcript speaker identification.
- Improved HTML export with light/dark mode adaptation.
- Enhanced dictation and playback controls.
- Integration with on-device AI services for privacy.
This free update for existing users offers significant enhancements to transcription and dictation workflows. For those interested in other Apple-related updates, see 9to5Mac Daily: Apple News Roundup. Those looking for other AI powered apps may be interested in Gemini Extensions Expand App Integration.