Apps in the consumer voice AI sector are increasingly converging, exemplified by Granola, a leader in meeting notetaking, unveiling a new dictation feature today. This move follows Wispr's recent introduction of a meeting notetaker just months prior.
Granola’s new dictation tool functions on Mac via the “Fn” key, allowing users to speak while the software cleans and formats the text for final output. This versatility enables users to compose notes, enter prompts, and draft replies across any application.
The company highlights that this voice typing capability is unlimited and free. Granola, which previously handled meeting summaries, now extends its utility to assist with writing in any context.
The developers indicate that iOS and Windows support will be added in the near future.
Both Granola and Wispr hold significant valuations, at $1.5 billion and $2 billion respectively. While Granola specializes in meeting automation, Wispr is focusing on developing proprietary models through its research lab to explore innovative human-computer interfaces.
Such feature convergence is not unique to these two companies. Other voice-focused startups, including Fireflies, Speechify, and Monologue, are merging meeting notes with dictation capabilities. The industry trend is shifting from specialized single-purpose apps to comprehensive platforms designed to maximize the value of captured speech.
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