BlogAug 24, 2026
Voice dictation for Claude Code and Cursor
Learn when to speak prompts, when to type exact syntax, and how to give Claude Code or Cursor useful context without turning voice into a messy transcript.
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What's New
Fresh takes & updates
Release notes, behind-the-scenes, and thoughts on voice-first computing.
BlogAug 20, 2026
Voice input should work like a keyboard
Voice should feel like dependable input on a Mac, with local processing available and cloud models used by choice.
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BlogAug 12, 2026
Free voice-to-text for Mac
A short guide to when built-in dictation is enough, and when a dedicated Mac voice-to-text app makes more sense.
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ChangelogJul 6, 2026v1.4.0
Cue 1.4: On-Device Dictation, 8x Faster
Cue's offline engine now runs on the Apple Neural Engine. Private just became the fast option.
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ChangelogJun 26, 2026v1.3.3
Cue 1.3.3: Private Mode, Front and Center
Every on-device model is free, no account needed. And pasting no longer touches your clipboard.
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ChangelogJun 15, 2026v1.3.2
Cue 1.3.2: Hears You, Not the Room
Hush filters out background noise and other voices. Cloud dictation gets automatic failover.
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ChangelogJun 1, 2026v1.3.1
Cue 1.3.1: The Overlay Grows Up
Right-click the orb from any app, put it anywhere on screen, and dictate for as long as you want.
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ChangelogMay 18, 2026v1.3.0
Cue 1.3: Your AI, Your Rules
Use Cue's cloud, or bring your own key. Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, and more. Keys never leave your Mac.
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ChangelogMay 2, 2026v1.2.0
Cue 1.2: Edit With Your Voice
Select text in any app, press the hotkey, say what you want changed. Cue rewrites it in place.
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ChangelogApr 16, 2026v1.1.0
Cue 1.1: Speak Any Language, Paste in Another
Translation Mode is here. Plus corrections that understand which app you're in.
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ChangelogMar 30, 2026v1.0.0
Cue 1.0 — Streaming Offline Models Are Here
Cue 1.0 is here. Real-time streaming transcription that runs entirely on your Mac. No internet. No latency.
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ChangelogMar 28, 2026v0.7.0
Cue 0.7 — Focus Sessions & Analytics
Track how much you dictate, set goals, and enter focus mode for distraction-free voice input.
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ChangelogMar 14, 2026v0.6.0
Cue 0.6 — Performance Overhaul
Rebuilt from the ground up for speed. 60% less CPU, instant activation, buttery smooth.
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ChangelogMar 1, 2026v0.5.0
Cue 0.5 — Auto-Formatting
Cue now formats your text as you speak. Lists, paragraphs, and structure — hands-free.
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ChangelogFeb 18, 2026v0.4.0
Cue 0.4 — Custom Vocabulary
Teach Cue the words only you use. Custom vocabulary for names, brands, and jargon.
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ChangelogFeb 5, 2026v0.3.0
Cue 0.3 — Offline Mode Is Here
Transcribe without an internet connection. Your voice stays on your Mac.
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ChangelogJan 22, 2026v0.2.0
Cue 0.2 — Smarter Corrections & Multi-Language
Auto-corrections now understand context. Plus, support for 8 new languages.
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ChangelogJan 10, 2026v0.1.0
Introducing Cue 0.1
The first public release of Cue. Talk anywhere, text appears.
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BlogMay 15, 2025
How We Built Cue's Real-Time Transcription Pipeline
A look under the hood at how Cue delivers sub-200ms voice-to-text with context-aware corrections.
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BlogFeb 20, 2025
Why Voice Typing Is the Biggest Productivity Unlock You're Ignoring
You speak at 150 WPM. You type at 40. The math is obvious — so why aren't more people voice-typing?
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