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Dragon NaturallySpeaking Preferred 9 review

8.0

Editors' Rating

Excellent

Typical price:£ 149

Verdict

For people who type a lot or suffer sore fingers and hands, Dragon NaturallySpeaking 9 is the best tool available for dictating text and commanding a Web browser by voice, despite the need for some adjustment to your personal manner of speaking... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • No dictation setup required
  • Slimmer toolbar
  • Browse Web pages via voice commands
  • Lets you drop the mouse and keyboard while typing
  • Handy transcription tools
  • Support for handhelds
  • Supports Bluetooth headsets

Cons

  • Costly and requires a robust computer
  • Windows only
  • Takes time to learn the voice commands and other features

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J.A. Watson J.A. Watson

The time it takes

Tuesday 10 November 2009, 3:31 PM

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Clouds..

Tuesday 10 November 2009, 2:54 AM

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Murdoch versus the Net? Game on.

Monday 9 November 2009, 10:02 PM

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