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Granola AI launches dictation feature, competing with Wispr
Key points
- Granola launched a dictation feature for Mac.
- The feature allows dictation across all Mac applications.
- Granola and Wispr are expanding into each other's core functionalities.
- Other voice AI startups are also converging features.
Granola Introduces Dictation for Mac
Granola, an AI company previously known for its meeting notetaker, has launched a new dictation feature for Mac users. This functionality allows users to dictate text by pressing the "Fn" key, with the tool cleaning and formatting the speech into final text. The dictation works across all applications, enabling users to create notes, dictate prompts, and respond to emails and messages.
Cross-Platform Expansion Planned
While currently available on Mac, Granola has announced plans to release the dictation feature for iOS and Windows platforms in the near future. This expansion aims to make the tool accessible to a wider user base across different operating systems.
Convergence in Voice AI Market
This release positions Granola in direct competition with companies like Wispr, which is known for its dictation tools and recently added a meeting notetaker. Both companies, valued at $1.5 billion and $2 billion respectively, are expanding their product offerings to encompass multiple voice AI functionalities. Granola focuses on meeting automation, while Wispr is developing its own models and exploring human-computer interfaces.
Industry Trend Towards Multi-Feature Apps
The convergence of features is not limited to Granola and Wispr. Other voice AI startups, including Fireflies, Speechify, and Monologue, have also evolved into multi-feature applications that combine meeting notetaking and dictation capabilities. This trend indicates a shift from specialized, single-function apps to more comprehensive tools that capture and process user speech in various contexts.
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Granola, an AI meeting notetaker, released a dictation feature for Mac, allowing users to dictate text across applications. This move follows a trend of voice AI companies expanding their offerings beyond single-purpose tools, as seen with competitor Wispr adding meeting notetaking.