Braina
Windows | |
Available in | English |
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Type | |
License | Proprietary |
Website | www |
Braina is a
Braina is marketed as a Microsoft Copilot alternative.[9] It provides a voice interface for several large language models, including GPT-3.5, GPT-4, Gemini Pro, Anthropic's Claude 2.1, and Mistral Small/Medium, while attempting to improve data privacy.[7] Braina also allows responses from its in-house large language models like Braina, Braina Swift, and Braina Pinnacle.[10] It has an "Artificial Brain"[7] feature that provides persistent memory support for supported LLMs. [11]
Features
Braina provides a single window environment to control computer and carry out various tasks.[12] Braina can take commands inputted through typing or speech recognition.[3] Braina adapts to user behavior over time and better anticipate needs.[4][12]
Speech to text dictation
Braina Pro can type the spoken words into the active window at the location of the cursor.[13][12][14] Braina supports around 100 languages for speech to text dictation.[2][7][15][12] It is able to isolate the recognition of a user's voice from any disturbing environmental factors, such as background noise,[16] other human voices, or external devices. Braina can also be used to dictate legal, medical and scientific jargons.[12][17] Users can also teach Braina uncommon names and vocabulary.[14] Users can edit or correct dictated text without using a keyboard or mouse by giving built-in voice commands.[12]
Text to speech
Braina can read selected text or e-books.[4][12]
Custom commands & automation
Braina can automate computer tasks.[18] It lets users create custom voice commands to perform tasks like opening files, programs or websites, check email, perform a keyboard or mouse macro etc.[4][19][20]
Transcription
The software can transcribe audio and video media file formats like wav, mp3, mp4 etc. to text.[21]
Notes
Braina can store and recall notes. Notes may include to-do items, chat conversations, memos, website snippets, website bookmarks, contacts, ideas etc.[12][22]
Reminders & scheduled tasks
Users can set an alarm, reminder or schedule commands with the help of Braina. [4][12]
Generate images from text
Brainasoft states that Braina can generate images from text using
Miscellaneous
Braina can find information on web, search files, search and play music, perform mathematics, and control open windows or programs.[12][19][4][24]
Platforms
In addition to the desktop version for Windows operating systems,[23] Braina is also available for the iOS and Android operating systems.[25][3][26]
The mobile version of Braina has a feature allowing remote management of a Windows PC connected via Wi-Fi.[27]
Distributions
Braina is distributed in multiple modes. These include Braina Lite, a freeware version with limitations,[3] and premium versions Braina Pro,[12] Pro Plus, and Pro Ultra.[28]
Some additional features in the Pro version include dictation, custom vocabulary,[16] video transcription, automation,[3] custom voice commands, and persistent LLM memory.
Reception
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TechRadar has consistently listed Braina as one of the best speech to text and virtual assistant apps between 2015 and 2024.[4][29][30][31]
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- ^ "Persistent Memory for LLM – Personal AI". Retrieved 2024-01-28.
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- ^ "Dictation software for PC". Retrieved 2024-01-28.
- ^ a b Stacey Nguyen. "8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster". Lifewire. Retrieved 2024-02-01.
- ^ "Best Free Artificial Intelligence software for Windows 11/10". 18 April 2022. Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ^ a b Gaojian Huang; Brandon J. Pitts, Ph.D. (2019). "Automated Speech Recognition Technology to Support in Flight Weather Related Communication for GA Pilots". 20th International Symposium on Aviation Psychology, 468-473 (2019). Wright State University: 469.
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- ^ Clifford Chi. "8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
- ^ a b Neeraj Paruthi (15 September 2021). "Why Braina Is My Preferred Virtual Assistant on Windows". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
- ^ Daniel Martin (24 March 2021). "Best dictation software". Digital Trends. Retrieved 2024-02-01.
- ^ "Automatic Video & Audio Transcription". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
- ^ "Note taking with voice commands". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
- ^ a b "Braina – Artificial Intelligence Software for Windows". www.brainasoft.com.
- ^ Joel Lee (25 June 2015). "Windows 10 Transformation Pack Gives a Facelift to Windows 7 & 8". MakeUseOf. Retrieved 2015-06-28.
- ^ "Braina PC Remote Voice Control – Apps on Google Play". Play Store.
- ^ "Braina – Voice Control PC". App Store. 15 February 2018.
- ^ Darren Allan (16 August 2017). "I dieci migliori software di riconoscimento vocale del 2017". techradar.com. Archived from the original on 16 August 2017.
- ^ "Download Braina Virtual Assistant". Retrieved 2024-01-31.
- ^ "Best speech-to-text app of 2024". 29 September 2021. Retrieved 2024-01-29.
- ^ Turner, Brian (29 September 2021). "Best speech-to-text apps of 2022". TechRadar. Archived from the original on 8 October 2022.
- ^ Turner, Brian (29 September 2021). "Best speech-to-text apps of 2021". TechRadar. Archived from the original on 30 October 2021.