QuickWhisper is a macOS tool designed for transcription, dictation, and AI summarization, utilizing the capabilities of OpenAI's Whisper model and operating completely offline without any reliance on cloud services. This versatile application can transcribe audio from various sources, including local files, YouTube videos, online meetings, and system audio, while also offering the functionality to record meetings through calendar integration, all done discreetly without disrupting screen sharing.
Additionally, it provides system-wide dictation that seamlessly integrates with all macOS applications, allowing users to substitute keyboard input with voice commands, ensuring that all transcription activities are processed directly on the user's Mac. For those interested in AI summarization, QuickWhisper offers options through cloud providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, xAI, Mistral, and Groq, or users can opt for on-device solutions using Ollama and LM Studio.
Moreover, QuickWhisper boasts features such as batch transcription, automatic background transcription through Watch Folders, speaker diarization, integration with Apple Shortcuts, and webhooks for connecting with third-party services, making it a comprehensive tool for audio management and productivity. The combination of these features enhances the user experience, allowing for efficient and flexible handling of audio transcription and summarization tasks.