Dictation/speech-to-text/speech recognition
The following Free or Low Cost Assistive Technology software programs are available for anyone to use. The following programs, software, websites, and apps focus on different forms of Dictation/Speech-to-Text/Speech Recognition Support.
Dictation/Speech-to-Text/Speech Recognition:
Dragon Dictation
Features:
- Speech recognition software that recognizes your works and transcribes them
- Dictate words into text messages, emails, social media, or paste into other apps and programs using the clipboard feature
- Hands free, quick dictation for anyone on the go
- More Information: http://www.nuance.com/for-individuals/mobile-applications/dragon-dictation/index.htm
Cost: Free
Compatibility: iOS: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
Voice Typing in Google Docs
Features:
- Go into your Tools menu in Google Docs and select Voice Typing
- Click on the microphone that pops up and start talking
- Your text will be entered into the typing field
- Correct mistakes without moving your cursor
- No training needed
- More Information: https://goo.gl/bQfLtg3
Cost: Free
Compatibility: Built-In Chrome Browser Option
VoiceNote
Features:
- Extension for Google Chrome that allows you to type by simply speaking out loud
- Create a shortcut for easy use with other applications
- Speak your punctuation or click the buttons to add it to the text
- More Information: https://goo.gl/LVMywx
Cost: Free
Compatibility: iOS: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch