Audio transcription compared -- Cloud-based vs. on-device

In iOS 18, Apple's Notes and Voice Memos apps get a new audio transcription feature. Here's everything you need to know about the different types of audio transcription, how they compare, and what Apple's implementation brings to the table.


Apple's latest assortment of operating systems lets users transcribe audio directly within Notes and Voice Memos, in real-time and without an internet connection.

iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 also introduce support for Apple Intelligence, meaning that users will be able to summarize and edit transcriptions through AI, though only on more recent devices.


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