The short version
An open-source macOS dictation app built on on-device speech APIs.
From the HackerLinks archive
Yap
An open-source macOS dictation app built on on-device speech APIs.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-07-29
Last seen:2026-07-29
Times seen:1
Website:github.com
Why it caught our attention
A commenter building a personal knowledge tool saw it as a promising way to add direct voice interaction.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-07-29
“Yap looks like a great opportunity to learn!”
9dev · recommendation
Direct HN comment
Show HN: Yap – OSS on-device voice dictation for macOS with no model to download