WhisperBud
Converts rough speech into clean technical writing in under 500ms, using on-device processing and screen context to match code names and formatting.
Launch screenshots from Product Hunt, Jul 2026
An on-device dictation app for Mac that converts rough, unscripted speech into clean technical writing in under 500 milliseconds, solving the problem of slow typing for developers and AI power users. It targets developers and AI power users, including freelancers and those in startups, who need to communicate with AI agents or write code efficiently. The app runs locally on Apple Silicon Macs, works offline, and uses visible screen context to match code names and formatting, ensuring privacy by keeping audio and processing on-device.
Key features
- On-device dictation in <500ms
- Hold key or tap twice for longer session
- Screen Context for visible text
- Local-first, private by design
- Works offline after setup
- Follows cursor into any Mac app
- Free tier: 10,000 words every 7 days
- Pro: unlimited words, priority support
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ICP
- Software developers
- Freelancers solopreneurs
- Startups