LocalBolo
Private on-device dictation across Mac apps
SoftwareAI
LocalBolo is a Mac dictation app that transcribes English speech using models running on your device. Hold fn to speak and release it to insert text at the cursor.
Key Features:
- Dictate into text fields across Mac apps.
- Choose Parakeet or Whisper speech models.
- Optionally remove filler words and apply spoken corrections locally.
- Restore clipboard contents after inserting a transcript.
- Process recordings in memory without retaining them.
One-time purchase for Apple silicon Macs running macOS 15 or later. Dictation works offline after setup, but activation, model downloads, and periodic license checks require internet access.
