# Audio & transcription

URL: https://isthereathing.com/categories/audio-transcription/

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## Checked answers

- [Is there an app that can transcribe audio to text?](https://isthereathing.com/an-app-that-can-transcribe-audio-to-text/) (yes; updated 2026-10-02): Yes. Voice Memos on iPhone 12 or later transcribes recordings built in, in ten language options, though Apple says it is not available in all countries or regions. Otter, Whisper and others cover other devices and uploaded files. Markdown: https://isthereathing.com/an-app-that-can-transcribe-audio-to-text.md
- [Is there an app that reads text to you?](https://isthereathing.com/an-app-that-reads-text-to-you/) (yes; updated 2026-10-02): Yes, several, and your phone may already do it. Apple says iPhone can speak the whole screen or selected text once you switch it on in Settings, Accessibility, Read & Speak. Markdown: https://isthereathing.com/an-app-that-reads-text-to-you.md

## Being checked

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## What people ask

- Read aloud, transcribe, summarise: 79 autocomplete phrases (gb+us, 2026-10-02)