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Transcription vs. Dictation

While taking diligent notes is still an integral part of meeting attendance or being in the legal field, professionals’ lives have gotten much simpler thanks to modern technology. Two types of helpful technology are dictation devices and transcription devices. Dictation and transcription services are similar, but they’re not the same. Continue reading to learn what […]

Key Reasons Law Enforcement Officers Use Dictation Devices

Law enforcement officers have long used dictation devices for voice recordings, whether for taking notes, interviewing suspects or simply saving time by multitasking in the car. Using dictation devices allows law enforcement to keep better records and preserve evidence in an easy, convenient manner. Here’s a closer look at some of the top reasons law […]

What Were the First-Ever Recorded Sounds?

Most of us are used to recording sounds and voices at the push of a button, whether it’s on a voicemail, with a camera or voice recordings from professional dictation machines. Sound recording has come a long way since its inception. What we now take for granted was once nothing short of a scientific revelation. […]

Common Problems When Recording Audio

Whatever the purpose of your audio recordings, there are plenty of things that can go wrong. Unfortunately, producing high-quality recordings requires more than grabbing your equipment and hitting “record” (although, if you have professional equipment, it might not require too much more than that). Here’s an overview of some of the most common audio recording […]

Our Favorite Transcription Tips and Tricks

Voice transcription is an art, not a science, which means there’s always room for improvement. If you’re new to using audio recording devices and transcription software, there are a few things you can do to ensure that you get an accurate transcript from any recording. Tips for better voice transcriptions Here are some voice transcription […]