Transcription Software Resources

Hello dear G2 Icons,

I am (voluntary, just being helpful) assisting a friend.

The question at hand is, which new computer (a -latest model- Mac laptop) to acquire.

Not a overly complex question (one might think). However, while taking inventory (like the sane persons we are 🥳) we stumbled upon a "small" caveat in regards to "Dragon Speech Recognition".

Context:

The current "daily driver" is a (pc - non Mac) laptop and is ready for "retirement". The device is approximately 8 years old, runs (crawls) Windows 10 (on 4GB RAM, I was like: 😳) but most importantly "Dragon Speech Recognition", which is used extensively (almost daily).

Any new (2023) laptop (running either Windows or macOS) will obviously make for a better experience. Just for reference, having a Zoom call (on the current laptop) will just, but only just, work, sharing a screen and "frozen" it is.

I digress, I tend to do that.

A new M2 MacBook Pro with all bells and whistles (read, lots of RAM, or unified memory as Apple calls it) checks all (required - we took inventory - 👍) boxes but 1...

Dragon Speech Recognition is (unfortunately) "Windows only".

Parallels to the rescue?

Installing Parallels (the version that runs on Apple silicon, the M1 and M2 Mac's) is easy and the same applies to Windows 11 (ARM version required in Parallels on Apple silicon), not difficult.

One step closer for: Dragon Speech Recognition is "Windows only".

But alas, Dragon Speech Recognition is seemingly (at least not officially) "Windows ARM" compatible.

Knowing that Nuance, the company behind Dragon Speech Recognition, was bought by Microsoft (in March of 2022) I say: Hooray...🤷🏻‍♂️

Question:

Does anyone have experience running Dragon Speech Recognition (version 16) under (a) Windows 11 (ARM version), in Parallels (on Apple silicon, M1, M2)?

Looking for real world (usage) feedback for this particular setup.

Thanks (in advance) for getting this far reading my post 😉

Stay healthy,

Mark

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Are you looking for a platform that integrates transcription directly with video conferencing tools like Zoom, Meet, or Teams? Managing transcripts separately can be time-consuming, so I’ve been exploring transcription software solutions that handle everything in one place.

Here are a few platforms I’ve been looking at:

• Fireflies.ai: Connects with Zoom, Meet, and Teams to provide live transcription and searchable meeting notes. Does it keep accuracy high across different platforms?
• Fathom: Designed specifically for meetings, it integrates with Zoom and generates highlights instantly. Is it just as effective for Teams or Meet users?
• tl;dv: Focused on recording and transcription inside Zoom and Google Meet. Is it best for smaller teams, or can larger organizations rely on it?
• Riverside: Popular for podcasts and webinars, it integrates transcription into recording sessions. How well does it work for everyday business calls?
• Descript: Allows you to record meetings and transcribe directly. Does it integrate seamlessly enough, or is it better suited for post-meeting editing?

For those using these tools:

• Which integration has been the most seamless with your video conferencing setup?
• Do the transcripts appear quickly enough to be useful during the meeting itself?
• Any issues with permissions, setup, or participants opting out?

Thanks for sharing!

Enterprise teams have very different needs from small businesses when it comes to transcription. With so many platforms available, I’m curious: what’s considered the top-rated transcription service for enterprises right now?

Here are a few transcription platforms I’ve been looking at:

• Rev: Offers both AI and human-powered transcription for high accuracy. Is it enterprise-ready in terms of compliance and turnaround time at scale?
• Google Cloud Speech-to-Text: A robust API with enterprise-grade customization. Do large organizations find it flexible enough to meet different industry needs?
• Descript: Goes beyond transcription with editing, publishing, and collaboration tools. Do enterprises see this as a productivity boost or unnecessary complexity?
• Riverside: Provides high-quality recording with live transcription features. Does it scale well for enterprise-wide virtual meetings and events?
• Fireflies.ai: Automates transcription and meeting insights across Zoom, Meet, and Teams. Is it powerful enough to manage the volume of enterprise-level meetings?

For those managing transcription at scale:

• Which platform has proven most reliable for enterprise-wide adoption?
• Do these tools integrate well with collaboration stacks like Teams, Slack, or Salesforce?
• Any strengths around compliance, security, or privacy that stood out?

Thanks for sharing!