SpeakOn dictation device faces platform limitations

SpeakOn's new MagSafe-compatible dictation device offers a dedicated hardware solution for voice-to-text, aiming to improve upon smartphone microphone limitations. While the device itself is lightweight and boasts features like AI-powered editing and translation, its real-world performance is hampered by inconsistent audio capture, especially in noisy environments, and a reliance on the iOS software keyboard. The companion app's automatic tone and word adjustments were often found to be unnecessary and intrusive, requiring users to disable them for better results. Despite its potential and a competitive pricing model, SpeakOn needs significant improvements in mic quality and broader platform compatibility, including Mac support, to truly succeed.