Apple’s Dictation Software

A Voice Solution for Writers Whose Hands Need a Rest

Authors

  • Christopher John Hill City University of Hong Kong Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1558/wap.v5i2.349

Keywords:

dictation software, voice recognition software, repetitive strain injury, writing technology

Abstract

In this article, I evaluate Apple’s voice dictation software and reflect on how it might be integrated into the writing process for those who suffer from Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) and other writing-related ailments. I discuss how voice recognition software could become a feature of the daily writing experience and speculate on how writing technologies could evolve in the future.

Author Biography

  • Christopher John Hill, City University of Hong Kong

    Christopher John Hill has taught communications, English as a second language, literature, and film studies for over 10 years in New Zealand, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. He holds a Master’s degree in Multimedia Communications from Auckland University of Technology. He is currently a Ph.D. Candidate in the City University of Hong Kong Department of English and is writing a dissertation on music and identity in 21st century novels. His other research interests include creative writing and education and technology. He also writes fiction.

References

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Occupational Safety and Health Service (1991) Occupational Overuse Syndrome: Guidelines For Prevention and Management. Wellington, New Zealand. Retrieved on 1 May 2013 from http://www.osh.govt.nz/order/catalogue/pdf/oosguide.pdf.

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Published

2014-02-04

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2013)

Section

Reflections on Practice

License

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How to Cite

Hill, C. J. (2014). Apple’s Dictation Software: A Voice Solution for Writers Whose Hands Need a Rest. Writing and Pedagogy, 5(2), 349–355. https://doi.org/10.1558/wap.v5i2.349