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Last year, I had the opportunity to test the Plaud Note, an AI voice recorder and transcriber powered by ChatGPT.
Initially, I was skeptical about its usefulness due to the price point of £150 and the limited free transcribing. At that time, many phone brands were introducing their AI live-transcription features at no extra cost.
However, as I was actively job hunting, attending numerous interviews, and covering product launches for Mighty Gadget, I found myself using the Plaud Note more than expected.
Ultimately, I ended up loving it, especially for those who frequently need to record conversations. Phone AI transcription may be a more cost-effective solution for occasional use.
Since then, I also reviewed the iFLYTEK Smart Recorder, which promised offline live voice transcription without a subscription but fell short in comparison to the ChatGPT-powered Plaud Note.
Moreover, working in IT has made me cautious about services like Otter AI, which can pose significant privacy and security risks. While Plaud Note also uploads data to ChatGPT, it offers better control over the information.
In August, Plaud.ai launched the Plaud Note Pro, boasting improved performance compared to the original model, particularly with extended microphones that enhance the range up to 5 meters.
The Plaud Note Pro, priced at £169, is only £20 more than the original model, and I’ve been testing it to see its enhancements.
The Plaud Note Pro vs. Plaud Note vs. Plaud NotePin specifications highlight the upgrades in the Pro model, including improved microphones, recording modes, and battery life.
The Plaud Note Pro comes with 300 free minutes of transcription per month, and additional plans are available for more transcription minutes.
The design of the Plaud Note Pro has been significantly upgraded, featuring premium materials and an InstantView AMOLED display for better user experience.
The Plaud Note app and setup have been refined for a more intuitive user interface, with added features like a ‘Notepad’ for typing notes during recording.
The audio quality of the Plaud Note Pro for meetings has been significantly improved, thanks to the new microphone array and Acoustic AI-Beamforming technology.
Recording phone calls with the Plaud Note Pro remains a standout feature, with clear call quality and excellent voice isolation.
The AI transcription performance and speaker labeling have seen enhancements, providing accurate transcriptions and useful speaker identification.
The Plaud Note Pro offers AI summaries and mind maps, providing different summary types and visual representations of discussions.
Battery life and charging of the Plaud Note Pro are impressive, with long-lasting battery performance and a convenient magnetic charging cable.
Privacy and security are prioritized with the Plaud Note Pro, boasting GDPR compliance and encrypted data transfer and storage.
Priced at £169, the Plaud Note Pro offers a premium recording experience compared to alternative options, especially for those valuing privacy and data control.
Overall, the Plaud Note Pro is a commendable evolution of the original model, offering improved hardware, smarter AI transcription, and a premium design for regular users needing reliable transcription services.
The Plaud Note Pro Review highlights the device’s excellent build quality, improved microphone performance, accurate AI transcription, and strong battery life, making it a worthwhile investment for regular recording needs.
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