Dragon Naturallyspeaking Professional 10 [Old Version]
by Nuance Communications, Inc.
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Software Summary
Manufacturer: Nuance Communications, Inc.Brand: Nuance Communications, Inc.
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD-ROM
Platform: No Operating System
Model: A209A-X00-10.0
Product features:
- Product Type: Software
- Product Name: Dragon NaturallySpeaking v.10.0 Professional with Noise-canceling headset microphone
- Software Sub Type: Voice Recognition
- Software Name: Dragon NaturallySpeaking v.10.0 Professional with Noise-canceling headset microphone - Complete Product
- Features: Up to 99% Accurate and Three Times Faster than Typing, Easy to Use, Use with Any Windows Program, Streamline Complex or Repetitive Document-Creation Tasks, Network Ready, Productivity for Mobile Workers
Software Reviews of Dragon Naturallyspeaking Professional 10 [Old Version]
Customer Review: Dragon Naturallyspeaking Professional 10 works well
Summary: 4 Stars
I don't know why so many negative reviews are being written for this version of the software.
I have been a user since version 9.0 and never ran into any of the difficulities stated in these reviews. The upgrade to 10.1 which enabled 64 bit funcitonally was clearly communicated to me by e-mail & when I went to the web site. I received a response within 24 hours from Nuance's general manager when asking about the ability to transfer my license when selling old copies on e-Bay (FYI Nuance does not allow you to transfer your license to another user & I canceled the auctions). In fact, I've had quite the opposite experience where the Nuance's registration site forgets that I registered my prodcut. While baffeling, this fact does not diminish my experence with the software. I have reinstalled (2-3 times) on computers for most of the reasons listed in other reviews and never "ran out" of installations.
I still don't like the fit of the headset shipped with the product (why I rated 4 out of 5 stars). I do need to stress that better "quality" microphones exist from other vendors (e.g. Andrea Electronics) that do positively impact the performance of the software. My specific example is the "bluetooth" headset. I was using a BlueAnt Z9 & purchased an Andrea Electronics BT-200 (highest rated at the time for the bluetooth interface). This decision made a world of difference regarding performance. To clarify, the sound input going into the program with the Z9 was not great, so I could not expcet a quality output. I've since purchased & used the Andrea SuperBeam Array microphone & Plantroics "plug-in" USB headset. All of which made a difference because the sound quality going into the program was improve resulting in a better, faster recongition output.
The major reasons I purchased the version 10 Professional were for the ability to save .dra files (to edit the dicataion at a later time) & the ability to use/program macros. I consistently use a Sony ICD-MX20 voice recorder (highest rated on Nuance's site when purchased 1-2 years ago) to capture thoughts, take advanage of 10-15 minute delays in the day (e.g between meetings) & to dictate meeting minutes or next actions while there still fresh in my mind, so I can easily retrieve later in the day/week. I've set up basic macros (in my opinion) and have been pleased with the increase in effeciency.
The recognition accuraccy has improved over time (a bit more than a year now with version 10), especially compared over all the different input sources I use. The output dicataion is rarely 100% perfect. However, I can effectively multitask & achieve more in my opinion.
In summary, effort and persistence is required to understand & use this product as well as skill effectively. In my experience, the energy has been worth it.
Description of Dragon Naturallyspeaking Professional 10 [Old Version]
DNS PRO 10.0Voice Recognition Software
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