Otter.ai

Otter.ai provides an AI-powered transcription service that creates smart notes from meetings, interviews, and lectures. The platform uses proprietary speech recognition technology to turn audio into searchable, editable text in real-time. Key features include OtterPilot, which can automatically join Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams meetings to record and transcribe conversations even if the user isn't present. The software identifies different speakers, allows users to highlight key points, and generates automated summaries with action items. For students and researchers, Otter serves as a vital accessibility tool for capturing spoken information. It also supports image insertion directly into transcripts to provide visual context to notes. While it offers a robust free tier with monthly transcription limits, its premium versions provide advanced features like higher duration caps and administrative controls.