OpenWispr: A Local Open-Source AI Speech-to-Text Model
By
Ben Lang
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Summary
OpenWispr is an open-source AI speech-to-text model that operates entirely locally, offering 3-5x faster transcription than typing. It is designed for tasks like prompting LLMs, writing emails, and sending texts, with customizable model options and system prompts.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledTurn your voice into formatted text. It's open source and runs 100% locally.
3-5x faster than typing, and especially helpful when prompting LLMs, writing emails and sending texts.
Pick your preferred model, and even edit the system prompt. Take full control.
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