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Aiko: AI-Powered Audio Transcription
- Productivity
- Voice AI
- macOS users
- iOS users
- Privacy-conscious business owners
- Apple ecosystem users
Pricing
Aiko offers a 14-day trial with full functionality via TestFlight with no auto-charges. Following the trial, the app is available as a paid Universal Purchase on the App Store.
At a glance
- Best for
- macOS users, iOS users, Privacy-conscious business owners, Apple ecosystem users
- Key use cases
- Meeting Documentation, Lecture and Seminar Transcription, Privacy-Focused Transcription, Video Subtitling
- Integrations
- Apple Shortcuts
- Official website
- Visit Aiko official website
How AI is used
Aiko is a native transcription tool for Apple users that uses OpenAI's Whisper model to convert speech to text directly on the device. Because processing occurs locally, audio is not sent to a remote server, which supports privacy for sensitive business recordings.
The app is compatible with macOS, iOS, and visionOS, and supports various audio and video formats. It is designed for users who need transcriptions of meetings or lectures without using a cloud-based service.
Buyers should note that the app does not include built-in text editing; transcriptions must be exported to a separate text editor for refinement. Additionally, the app does not support live transcription or speaker identification (diarization).
As a Universal Purchase on the App Store, a single purchase provides access across all supported Apple platforms.
Key Features
On-Device Processing
Transcribes audio locally using the Whisper model to support privacy for sensitive recordings.
Multilingual Support
Supports audio transcription in 100 different languages.
Multi-Format Support
Supports various audio and video files, including .m4a, .wav, .mp3, .mp4, and .mov.
English Translation
Includes a setting to translate non-English audio into English text.
Shortcuts Integration
Supports Apple Shortcuts for workflows such as batch transcription or recording via the iPhone action button.
Export Options
Supports exporting transcriptions in formats such as JSON, CSV, and SRT for subtitles.
Use Cases
Meeting Documentation
Transcribing recorded business meetings for record-keeping.
Lecture and Seminar Transcription
Converting educational audio or presentation recordings into text files.
Privacy-Focused Transcription
Processing sensitive audio files locally to avoid uploading data to cloud providers.
Video Subtitling
Generating SRT files from video recordings to help create subtitles.
Integrations
- Apple Shortcuts
FAQ
Does Aiko require an internet connection to transcribe?
- No, Aiko uses the OpenAI Whisper model locally on your device, meaning the transcription process happens without uploading audio to the cloud.
Can Aiko identify different speakers in a recording?
- No, the app does not currently support speaker diarization (identifying different people in the audio).
What files can I transcribe with Aiko?
- Aiko supports most audio and video formats compatible with macOS and iOS, such as .m4a, .wav, .mp3, .mp4, and .mov.
Can I edit the transcribed text inside the app?
- No, Aiko does not support internal editing. Users should export the transcription and use a dedicated text editor for revisions.
Source category: Productivity
Source subcategory: Voice AI
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