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April 6, 2026

Google quietly releases an offline-first AI dictation app on iOS

Google's new offline-first dictation app uses Gemma AI models to take on the apps like Wispr Flow.

Google quietly releases an offline-first AI dictation app on iOS

TL;DR

  • Google AI Edge Eloquent is a new offline-first dictation app released on iOS.
  • It utilizes Gemma-based ASR models for speech-to-text transcription.
  • The app can automatically filter filler words and polish transcribed text.
  • Users can transform text into different formats like 'Key points', 'Formal', 'Short', and 'Long'.
  • It offers local-only processing and an optional cloud mode using Gemini models.
  • The app can import keywords and names from Gmail and allows custom word additions.
  • Transcription history, word count, and words per minute speed are displayed.
  • An Android version is anticipated with system-wide keyboard integration and a floating button.
  • This move signals Google's entry into the growing market of AI-powered transcription apps.

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