Kõnele

Kõnele is an innovative Chrome extension offering multi-modal user interfaces including speech-to-text, swiping, and button controls for efficient text input on Android devices. Its unique input method editor (IME) replaces traditional keyboards with a speech-optimized interface, minimizing screen space and enhancing natural, speedy communication. Supporting operations such as cursor movement, text selection, and quick search activation, Kõnele connects seamlessly with any speech recognition service but excels with its native Kõnele service — a lightweight backend running the advanced kaldi-gstreamer-server software providing excellent Estonian language support.

Beyond typical Android apps, Kõnele integrates with microphone buttons linked to standard speech recognition activities, enabling voice commands, note-taking, messaging, and information retrieval. Its architecture supports customization and deployment on private networks for other languages, making it a versatile and accessible tool for developers and users seeking efficient voice input solutions. Visit the official website and GitHub repository for setup, release notes, and beta testing details.