Live captions and translation for Mac apps, powered by on-device Whisper AI.
Product memo
Mac users needing live captions and translation for any app get an on-device product. It leverages Whisper AI directly on the Mac, ensuring privacy without cloud processing. This approach differentiates it from built-in OS features by adding real-time translation, voice notes, and export capabilities, making it a focused tool for accessibility and productivity.
For who
Mac users needing live captions and translation
Solves what
Provides private, on-device live captions and translation for any Mac app.
- On-device Whisper AI
- Live captions for any app
- Real-time translation
In their own words
Live captions for every Mac app. Private. On-device. In your notch.
Caption Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, videos, podcasts, and microphone audio with on-device Whisper AI. Translate speech or turn it into Pro voice notes when you need more.
Private on-device Whisper AI for hearing accessibility, translation, and Pro notes.
Commercial cues
Model
hybrid
Free tier
Yes
Trial
No
Pricing Strategy
- • A free tier removes adoption friction for basic captioning needs.
- • Clear feature limits segment users between free and paid functionality.
Operator context
Founded
Feb 2026
Platform
Desktop
Audience
General
Payments
Polar
Public footprint
Tech stack
Builder Strategy
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Pre Revenue
- Effort
- Solo Buildable
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Live captions and translation for Mac apps, powered by on-device Whisper AI.