Achieving Approximately 3x Typing Speed with Voice Input: 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing for Mac' Launches on Friday, April 24

SOURCENEXT CORPORATION (Headquarters: 3F Izumikan Sanbancho, 3-8 Sanbancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Noriyuki Matsuda) will release the voice input software 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing for Mac' (Monthly plan: 495 yen, Annual plan: 4,950 yen, Perpetual plan: 9,900 yen, all tax included, download version) on its company website on Friday, April 24. This product is a voice input software that types your spoken words directly into the cursor position. You can verbalize your ideas on the spot and create sentences smoothly without the hassle of typing. In an internal comparative survey, it enabled text input approximately 3 times faster (Note) than manual typing. It streamlines various business scenarios, such as writing emails, chats, and creating prompts for generative AI. Additionally, because it operates offline, it can be used safely even for tasks involving confidential information. (Note) As of April 23, 2026. Based on our company's research. Compared the median time required for typing versus voice input by 18 employees for 3 types of texts (approx. 400 characters each). The voice input time is based on the results of transcribing audio data recorded on a PC using this product. [About 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing'] 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing' is a voice input tool that types spoken words as text directly at your cursor. It is highly effective in various situations, such as drafting emails, chat replies, or creating prompts for generative AI. 1. Place the cursor where you want to type and speak while holding down the Fn key. 2. Release the Fn key to input the text. - Drafting replies for emails and chats - Creating prompts for generative AI - Creating documents such as project proposals [Features of 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing'] ■ No typing required, instant text conversion just by speaking Since spoken content is directly typed into the cursor position, you can create sentences smoothly. ■ Secure usage with offline operation, no worries about confidential information leakage All voice data is processed within the PC and never sent to the cloud. You can use it with peace of mind in offices with strict security or during highly confidential meetings. ■ Two operation modes to fit various work styles - Shortcut input: Inputs voice only while the key is pressed. Ideal for short phrases like chat replies. - Hands-free mode: Keeps recording after pressing the start button once. Convenient for writing long documents or taking time to refine ideas. ■ Filler removal for clean sentences Automatically removes unnecessary filler words like 'um' or 'uh'. It also detects pauses to automatically insert punctuation marks and line breaks, minimizing editing efforts. ■ Save and reuse history Automatically saves the history of previously input text. It is convenient when reviewing past ideas or reusing the same sentences. Product Overview Product Name / Price: 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing for Mac 1-Month Plan' (495 yen, tax included) 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing for Mac 1-Year Plan' (4,950 yen, tax included) 'Ikinari AI Voice Typing for Mac Perpetual Plan' (9,900 yen, tax included) Product Type: Voice input tool Development/Sales/Support: SOURCENEXT CORPORATION Product Information: https://www.sourcenext.com/product/ikinari-ai/voice-typing/ System Requirements Supported OS: macOS 15 (Sequoia) or later CPU: Apple Silicon (M1 chip or later) exclusive (Not compatible with Macs equipped with Intel processors) Memory: Meets or exceeds OS recommended environment Installation Capacity: Approx. 900 MB Others: Internet connection is required for license authentication and updates Restrictions: One license can be installed on up to 3 computers Copyright Notice When reproducing product screens, please use the following copyright notice: © SOURCENEXT CORPORATION Customer Inquiries SOURCENEXT Customer Center Pre-purchase Consultation: https://support.sourcenext.com/fa/support/web/form155.html