I use dictation on my phone all the time

September 20, 2024

I use dictation on my phone all the time: It makes texting and jotting down quick thoughts easier. On your phone (iPhone or Android), find the microphone icon on the keyboard. Tap that and start talking. It works with any app with a text field. On Windows, hit the Windows key + H. On a Mac, enable here: System Preferences > Keyboard > Dictation.

Tags: Android, apps, phone, texting

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