I might understand Apple not allowing 3rd party software full access to OSX system level commands; however that only means Apple should provide it's own utility/app to match the marketplace products.
Apple could start by removing "enhanced" from the name of it's shoddy dictation implementation.
Or, am I missing something here?
Apple provides a robust developer's kit that allows businesses like Nuance, and others to build Mac-based dictation software. Those businesses can provide Mac solutions, or not, based solely in their internal business decisions — not because of Apple preventing them from doing so in the operating system.
Apple however, has not chosen to enter the Dictation/Transcription market with a fee-based, professional product.
You can however, still find Dictation software for the Mac if you search on the word Dictation in the Mac App Store, or on the web for those vendors that do not use the Mac App Store for distribution.
You can also send Apple feedback, but do not expect any response.
Apple provides a robust developer's kit that allows businesses like Nuance, and others to build Mac-based dictation software. Those businesses can provide Mac solutions, or not, based solely in their internal business decisions — not because of Apple preventing them from doing so in the operating system.
Apple however, has not chosen to enter the Dictation/Transcription market with a fee-based, professional product.
You can however, still find Dictation software for the Mac if you search on the word Dictation in the Mac App Store, or on the web for those vendors that do not use the Mac App Store for distribution.
You can also send Apple feedback, but do not expect any response.
You are missing that Apple is not competing, nor attempting to supercede more complete market alternatives with its Dictation product. It is there as a free solution with its strengths and weaknesses to those that want to use it, or choose not to use it. You are free to use other alternatives including their platform restrictions.
No, you are missing my point; I am not looking for a FREE solution.
I have difficulty typing this reply to you because I am 70 years old. Once I typed over 90 wpm, today my fingers tremble and feel stiff—and it's not going to change for the better.
My first Apple was a IIe and if the guy that built it was still alive, he'd have the same problem I have. Your "alternative" suggests I need to buy my first Windows machine and a PC dictation product because Apple won't allow those third party products access to Apple's BIOS—excuse me, I feel light-headed... is this deja vu (circa 1990)?
Or, Apple peddles a complete solution as a stand alone product.
Thanks, I do appreciate your attention.
speech recognition and dictation
