- Apple Native Transcription - macOS Tahoe 26+ support with 33 languages - Smart Ready Indicator - Notch overlay with Cmd+V auto-dismiss (#97) - Dynamic Notch System - Native notch overlays with waveform animations - Updated UI - Modernized settings with native macOS styling --- New Features Apple Native Transcription (macOS 26+) - Native Speech framework integration - 33 languages with proper BCP-47 locale mapping Smart Ready Indicator - Notch overlay showing transcription is ready to paste - Auto-dismisses on Cmd+V detection - 5s fallback timeout when Input Monitoring permission missing Dynamic Notch Overlays - DynamicNotchKit integration - Ultra-slim waveform animations Updated UI - Modernized Settings with glass effects - Updated segmented controls Quick Trigger / Modifier-Only Hotkeys - Double-tap modifier keys to trigger recor in it.

Push-to-Talk Mode Record hands-free with our new Push-to-Talk option! Simply hold your hotkey to record and release to transcribe - perfect for quick notes and rapid dictation. Switch between Push-to-Talk and Toggle modes in Preferences to match your workflow. Improved Recording Reliability - Fixed an issue where consecutive recordings could get stuck - Faster window response during rapid recording sessions - Better handling of short recordings Ollama Integration Fix - Fixed an issue where local Ollama model selection would reset after refreshing the model list

Fresh New Look • Redesigned app icon featuring a modern waveform design • Updated menu bar icon to match the new visual identity Redesigned First-Run Experience • All-new guided onboarding that walks you through setup step-by-step • Interactive demo lets you try voice recording before you start • Clearer microphone permission flow with helpful guidance Settings Improvements • New quick reference card in Tutorial tab for easy hotkey lookup • Replay onboarding anytime with the new "Replay Tutorial" button Under the Hood • Performance improvements and bug fixes

Your transcription model now preloads automatically when oto launches, eliminating the wait on your first transcription of the day.

Enhanced AI Workflow Control Press Tab during recording to cycle through your AI enhancement prompts or disable them on the fly. A visual indicator now shows which prompt is active, giving you instant feedback and complete control over your transcription workflow. Improved User Experience • Visual enhancement indicator appears automatically when recording starts • Helpful tips added to AI Integrations settings • Better support for Parakeet transcription engine • Polished interface with consistent styling throughout Bug Fixes • Fixed enhancement indicator not updating when settings change • Improved visual consistency across settings tabs

Fixed bug where parakeet model was not using custom vocabulary

Smoother hotkey setup, clearer permissions. We've refined the settings experience with upfront validation guidance so you can configure your recording shortcut without trial and error. Accessibility permissions now clearly explain what OTO needs for automatic paste and why your privacy stays intact with our local-only approach.

Version 2.0 – Your Voice, Elevated Video Transcription Transcribe audio from video files directly in OTO. Drop MP4s, MOVs, and more—perfect for meetings, lectures, and content creation. New AI Model: NVIDIA Parakeet Choose between Whisper and the new NVIDIA Parakeet model for even more accurate transcriptions—all processed locally on your Mac. Faster & Lighter Streamlined app architecture means faster downloads and quicker launches. We've optimized without compromising power. Enhanced Dark Mode Redesigned with deeper blacks, refined contrast, and smoother transitions. Dark mode now looks stunning on every display. Redesigned Settings Completely refreshed settings interface makes configuration intuitive and accessible. Find what you need, when you need it. Smart Auto-Paste Helper Get notified when your transcription is ready with customizable alerts: sound, banner, both, or silent mode. AI Post-Processing Transform raw transcriptions with AI refinement. Connect to local or external LLMs to polish, summarize, or reformat your text. Enhanced History Quickly filter between live recordings, audio files, and video transcriptions. Bug Fixes Fixed microphone permission persistence and improved overall stability. Your voice. Your hardware. Your rules.

## New Features **NVIDIA Parakeet Model Support** Added support for the NVIDIA Parakeet transcription model, giving you more options for high-quality, local voice-to-text processing. **File Transcription** Transcribe audio files directly from the Settings panel. Simply drop your audio files and get accurate transcriptions without recording. **Smart Auto-Paste Helper** New customizable paste notification system with multiple options: - Play a notification sound when text is ready to paste - Display an on-screen banner - Enable both notifications - Keep it silent **Enhanced History Tab** Improved history organization with new filtering options: - Filter by live recordings - Filter by transcribed files - Quickly find the transcriptions you need **AI Post-Processing Integration** Transform your transcriptions with AI-powered post-processing: - Use local or external LLM services - Apply custom prompts to refine your text - Maintain full control over your data ## Bug Fixes **Microphone Permission Persistence** - Fixed an issue where the microphone permission dialog would appear every time you tried to record after launching the app - Permission is now properly remembered across app launches - Improved startup performance

- Added better translation functionality - added shortcut to toggle by pressing space bar when the app is in the foreground - Audio input sources - Minor layout change to Preferences tab in settings - History tab - Added Bulk Delete of audio files - Added waveform of audio - Added re-transcribe using current active model - Updated model storage

- Added better translation functionality - added shortcut to toggle by pressing space bar when the app is in the foreground - Audio input sources - Minor layout change to Preferences tab in settings - History tab - Added Bulk Delete of audio files - Added waveform of audio - Added re-transcribe using current active model

- minor update for icon image