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'''Braina''' is a [[virtual assistant]]<ref name="raconteur">{{cite web | last=King | first=Leo | title=Top 8 virtual personal assistants| website=Raconteur | date=15 December 2015 | url=https://www.raconteur.net/report/artificial-intelligence-for-business/top-8-virtual-personal-assistants/ | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230726225438/https://www.raconteur.net/report/artificial-intelligence-for-business/top-8-virtual-personal-assistants/ | archive-date=26 July 2023 | url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="mostar">{{cite journal|author1=Igor Bošnjak |author2=Luka Šaravanja |author3=Eva Čuljak |author4=Željko Stojkić |title = Planning and implementation of Digital Assistance System at University of Mostar Learning Factory | issue = 2021 | pages= 3-4 | publisher=[[SSRN]] | year=2021 | doi=10.2139/ssrn.3858378 | journal = 11th Conference on Learning Factories, CLF2021 }}</ref> and speech-to-text dictation<ref name="zdnet"/> application for [[Microsoft Windows]] developed by Brainasoft.<ref name="TechRadar">{{cite web | author=Mark Pickavance | title=Braina Pro review | publisher=[[Future plc]] | accessdate=2023-08-09 | url=https://www.techradar.com/reviews/braina-pro}}</ref> Braina uses [[natural language interface]],<ref name="procedia">{{cite journal|author1=Vladimir A. Fomichov |author2=Alexander A. Razorenov |title = The Design of A Natural Language Interface for File System Operations on the basis of a Structured Meanings Model |journal = Procedia Computer Science |volume = 31|issue = 2014 |pages= 1005–1011 |doi=10.1016/j.procs.2014.05.353| publisher=[[Elsevier]] |year=2014 | doi-access=free}}</ref> [[speech synthesis]], and [[speech recognition]] technology<ref name="speech recognition">{{cite web| title=Braina Speech Recognition Software| publisher=Braina| access-date=2023-09-20| url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/speech-to-text.html}}</ref> to interact with its users and allows them to use natural language sentences to perform various tasks on a computer. The name Braina is a short form of “Brain Artificial”.<ref name="current_era_chatbots">{{cite book|author1=Robert Ciesla |title = The Current Era of Chatbots, From ELIZA to ChatGPT | doi=10.1007/978-3-031-51004-5_4| publisher=[[Springer Publishing]] | year=2024 | date=14 January 2024}}</ref><ref name="braina">{{cite web |title=Braina Homepage |accessdate=2015-01-10 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/}}</ref>
'''Braina''' is a [[virtual assistant]]<ref name="raconteur">{{cite web | last=King | first=Leo | title=Top 8 virtual personal assistants| website=Raconteur | date=15 December 2015 | url=https://www.raconteur.net/report/artificial-intelligence-for-business/top-8-virtual-personal-assistants/ | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230726225438/https://www.raconteur.net/report/artificial-intelligence-for-business/top-8-virtual-personal-assistants/ | archive-date=26 July 2023 | url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="mostar">{{cite journal|author1=Igor Bošnjak |author2=Luka Šaravanja |author3=Eva Čuljak |author4=Željko Stojkić |title = Planning and implementation of Digital Assistance System at University of Mostar Learning Factory | issue = 2021 | pages= 3–4 | publisher=[[SSRN]] | year=2021 | doi=10.2139/ssrn.3858378 | journal = 11th Conference on Learning Factories, CLF2021 |s2cid=242604709 }}</ref> and speech-to-text dictation<ref name="zdnet"/> application for [[Microsoft Windows]] developed by Brainasoft.<ref name="TechRadar">{{cite web | author=Mark Pickavance | title=Braina Pro review | date=21 April 2022 | publisher=[[Future plc]] | accessdate=2023-08-09 | url=https://www.techradar.com/reviews/braina-pro}}</ref> Braina uses [[natural language interface]],<ref name="procedia">{{cite journal|author1=Vladimir A. Fomichov |author2=Alexander A. Razorenov |title = The Design of A Natural Language Interface for File System Operations on the basis of a Structured Meanings Model |journal = Procedia Computer Science |volume = 31|issue = 2014 |pages= 1005–1011 |doi=10.1016/j.procs.2014.05.353| publisher=[[Elsevier]] |year=2014 | doi-access=free}}</ref> [[speech synthesis]], and [[speech recognition]] technology<ref name="speech recognition">{{cite web| title=Braina Speech Recognition Software| publisher=Braina| access-date=2023-09-20| url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/speech-to-text.html}}</ref> to interact with its users and allows them to use natural language sentences to perform various tasks on a computer in most languages of the world. The name Braina is a short form of “Brain Artificial”.<ref name="current_era_chatbots">{{cite book|author1=Robert Ciesla |title = The Current Era of Chatbots, From ELIZA to ChatGPT | doi=10.1007/978-3-031-51004-5_4| publisher=[[Springer Publishing]] | year=2024 | date=14 January 2024}}</ref><ref name="braina">{{cite web |title=Braina Homepage |accessdate=2015-01-10 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/}}</ref>


Braina is marketed as a [[Microsoft Copilot]] alternative.<ref name="copilot_alternative">{{cite web |title=Microsoft Copilot Alternative for PC|accessdate=2024-01-28 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/copilot-vs-braina.html}}</ref> It provides a voice interface for several [[large language model]]s, including GPT-3.5, GPT-4, Gemini Pro, Anthropic's Claude 2.1, and Mistral Small/Medium, while attempting to improve data privacy.<ref name="current_era_chatbots"/> Braina also allows responses from its in-house large language models like Braina, Braina Swift, and Braina Pinnacle.<ref name="chatgptforpc">{{cite web |title=ChatGPT for PC |accessdate=2023-08-09 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/llm-ai-chat-for-pc.html}}</ref> It has an "Artificial Brain"<ref name="current_era_chatbots"/> feature that provides persistent memory support for supported LLMs. <ref name="artificialbrain">{{cite web |title=Persistent Memory for LLM – Personal AI|accessdate=2024-01-28 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/artificial-brain.html}}</ref>
Braina is marketed as a [[Microsoft Copilot]] alternative.<ref name="copilot_alternative">{{cite web |title=Microsoft Copilot Alternative for PC|accessdate=2024-01-28 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/copilot-vs-braina.html}}</ref> It provides a voice interface for several [[large language model]]s, including GPT-3.5, GPT-4, Gemini Pro, Anthropic's Claude 2.1, and Mistral Small/Medium, while attempting to improve data privacy.<ref name="current_era_chatbots"/> Braina also allows responses from its in-house large language models like Braina, Braina Swift, and Braina Pinnacle.<ref name="chatgptforpc">{{cite web |title=ChatGPT for PC |accessdate=2023-08-09 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/llm-ai-chat-for-pc.html}}</ref> It has an "Artificial Brain"<ref name="current_era_chatbots"/> feature that provides persistent memory support for supported LLMs. <ref name="artificialbrain">{{cite web |title=Persistent Memory for LLM – Personal AI|accessdate=2024-01-28 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/artificial-brain.html}}</ref>


== Features ==
== Features ==
Braina is able to carry out various tasks on a computer,<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /> including some automation.<ref name="hubspot">{{cite web | author=Clifford Chi | title=8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/voice-to-text}}</ref> Braina can take commands inputted through typing or through dictation<ref name="zdnet"/><ref name="dictation software">{{cite web |title=Dictation software for PC |accessdate=2024-01-28 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/dictation-software.html}}</ref><ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/><ref name="LifeWire">{{cite web | author=Stacey Nguyen | title=8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster | publisher=[[Lifewire]] | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.lifewire.com/best-voice-to-text-apps-4583053}}</ref> to store reminders, find information online, open files,<ref name="Brainamusic">{{cite web |title=Braina Music – Search and Listen to Song |publisher=Braina |access-date=2018-03-29 |url=https://braina.me/music/}}</ref> [[Text-to-image model|generate images from text]], transcribe speech, or control open windows or programs.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="MakeUseOf">{{cite web |author=Joel Lee |title=Windows 10 Transformation Pack Gives a Facelift to Windows 7 & 8 |date=25 June 2015 |publisher=MakeUseOf |accessdate=2015-06-28 |url=https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-10-transformation-pack-gives-facelift-windows-7-8/}}</ref> The software supports more than 100 languages.<ref name="mostar"/><ref name="current_era_chatbots"/><ref name="thewindowsclub">{{cite web |title=Best Free Artificial Intelligence software for Windows 11/10|accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://www.thewindowsclub.com/artificial-intelligence-software-for-windows-10}}</ref><ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /> Braina claims to adapt to user behavior over time and better anticipate needs.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="indiaai.gov.in">{{cite web |title=Analysing Braina - An intelligent personal assistant |accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://indiaai.gov.in/article/analysing-braina-an-intelligent-personal-assistant}}</ref>
Braina provides a single window environment to control computer and carry out various tasks.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /> Braina can take commands inputted through typing or speech recognition.<ref name="zdnet" /> Braina adapts to user behavior over time and better anticipate needs.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="indiaai.gov.in">{{cite web |title=Analysing Braina - An intelligent personal assistant |accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://indiaai.gov.in/article/analysing-braina-an-intelligent-personal-assistant}}</ref>


=== Voice recognition ===
=== Speech to text dictation ===
Braina is able to isolate the recognition of a user's voice from any disturbing environmental factors, such as background noise,<ref name="asr_aviation">{{cite journal|author1=Gaojian Huang |author2=Brandon J. Pitts, Ph.D. |title = Automated Speech Recognition Technology to Support in Flight Weather Related Communication for GA Pilots. | issue = 2019 |pages= 469 | publisher=[[Wright State University]] | year=2019 | journal= 20th International Symposium on Aviation Psychology, 468-473 | url=https://corescholar.libraries.wright.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1078&context=isap_2019 }}</ref> other human voices, or external devices. Braina can also be taught to dictate uncommon legal, medical, or scientific terms.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /><ref name="hearing_journal">{{cite journal|author1=Dr. Kader Sara Esther |author2=Eckert, Anne M. | author3=Dr. Gural-Toth |title = Voice-to-Text Technology for Patients with Hearing Loss | issue = 2 |volume= 74 | publisher=[[Lippincott Williams & Wilkins]] | year=2021 | journal= The Hearing Journal | doi=10.1097/01.HJ.0000734212.09840.d7 }}</ref><ref name="LifeWire"/> Users can edit or correct dictated text without using a keyboard or mouse by giving built-in voice commands.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /> Additionally, Braina can read aloud selected texts, such as e-books.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/>
Braina Pro can type the spoken words into the active window at the location of the cursor.<ref name="dictation software">{{cite web |title=Dictation software for PC |accessdate=2024-01-28 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/dictation-software.html}}</ref><ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/><ref name="LifeWire">{{cite web | author=Stacey Nguyen | title=8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster | publisher=[[Lifewire]] | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.lifewire.com/best-voice-to-text-apps-4583053}}</ref> Braina supports around 100 languages for speech to text dictation.<ref name="mostar"/><ref name="current_era_chatbots"/><ref name="thewindowsclub">{{cite web |title=Best Free Artificial Intelligence software for Windows 11/10|date=18 April 2022 |accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://www.thewindowsclub.com/artificial-intelligence-software-for-windows-10}}</ref><ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /> It is able to isolate the recognition of a user's voice from any disturbing environmental factors, such as background noise,<ref name="asr_aviation">{{cite journal|author1=Gaojian Huang |author2=Brandon J. Pitts, Ph.D. |title = Automated Speech Recognition Technology to Support in Flight Weather Related Communication for GA Pilots. | issue = 2019 |pages= 469 | publisher=[[Wright State University]] | year=2019 | journal= 20th International Symposium on Aviation Psychology, 468-473 | url=https://corescholar.libraries.wright.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1078&context=isap_2019 }}</ref> other human voices, or external devices. Braina can also be used to dictate legal, medical and scientific jargons.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /><ref name="hearing_journal">{{cite journal|author1=Dr. Kader Sara Esther |author2=Eckert, Anne M. | author3=Dr. Gural-Toth |title = Voice-to-Text Technology for Patients with Hearing Loss | issue = 2 |volume= 74 | publisher=[[Lippincott Williams & Wilkins]] | year=2021 | journal= The Hearing Journal |pages=11,14,15 | doi=10.1097/01.HJ.0000734212.09840.d7 }}</ref> Users can also teach Braina uncommon names and vocabulary.<ref name="LifeWire"/> Users can edit or correct dictated text without using a keyboard or mouse by giving built-in voice commands.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" />


=== Text to speech ===
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Braina lets users create custom voice commands to perform tasks including opening files, programs, websites, or emails, as well as executing keyboard or mouse macros.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="makeuseof">{{cite web | author=Neeraj Paruthi | title=Why Braina Is My Preferred Virtual Assistant on Windows | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.makeuseof.com/braina-windows-virtual-assistant/}}</ref><ref name="digitaltrends">{{cite web | author=Daniel Martin | title=Best dictation software | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/best-dictation-software/#no3 |publisher=Digital Trends}}</ref><ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/>
Braina can read selected text or e-books.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/>


=== Reminders ===
=== Custom commands & automation ===
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Braina can automate computer tasks.<ref name="hubspot">{{cite web | author=Clifford Chi | title=8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/voice-to-text}}</ref> It lets users create custom voice commands to perform tasks like opening files, programs or websites, check email, perform a keyboard or mouse macro etc.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="makeuseof">{{cite web | author=Neeraj Paruthi | title=Why Braina Is My Preferred Virtual Assistant on Windows | date=15 September 2021 | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.makeuseof.com/braina-windows-virtual-assistant/}}</ref><ref name="digitaltrends">{{cite web | author=Daniel Martin | title=Best dictation software | date=24 March 2021 | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/best-dictation-software/#no3 |publisher=Digital Trends}}</ref>
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Braina can store and recall reminders. These may be scheduled or unscheduled, and can include chat conversations and website snippets.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/><ref name="braina_notes">{{cite web | title=Note taking with voice commands | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/notes.html}}</ref><ref name="TechRadar" />


=== Image generation ===
=== Transcription ===
The software can transcribe audio and video media file formats like wav, mp3, mp4 etc. to text.<ref name="braina_transcription">{{cite web |title=Automatic Video & Audio Transcription |access-date=2024-02-01 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/transcribe-audio-video-files-to-text.html}}</ref>
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Braina can [[Text-to-image model|generate images from text]].
=== Notes ===
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Braina can store and recall notes. Notes may include to-do items, chat conversations, memos, website snippets, website bookmarks, contacts, ideas etc.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/><ref name="braina_notes">{{cite web | title=Note taking with voice commands | accessdate=2024-02-01 | url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/notes.html}}</ref>

=== Reminders & scheduled tasks ===
Users can set an alarm, reminder or schedule commands with the help of Braina. <ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/>

=== Generate images from text ===
Brainasoft states that Braina can generate images from text using [[Text-to-image model| text to image models]] like [[Stable Diffusion]], [[Dall-E]] etc.<ref name="Braina"/>


=== Miscellaneous ===
=== Miscellaneous ===
The software can perform mathematics,<ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/><ref name="makeuseof"/> transcribe media, <ref name="braina_transcription">{{cite web |title=Automatic Video & Audio Transcription |access-date=2024-02-01 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/transcribe-audio-video-files-to-text.html}}</ref> and control open windows or programs.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="makeuseof2">{{cite web |author=Joel Lee |title=Windows 10 Transformation Pack Gives a Facelift to Windows 7 & 8 |date=25 June 2015 |publisher=MakeUseOf |accessdate=2015-06-28 |url=https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-10-transformation-pack-gives-facelift-windows-7-8/}}</ref>
Braina can find information on web, search files, search and play music, perform mathematics, and control open windows or programs.<ref name="indiaai.gov.in"/><ref name="makeuseof"/><ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="makeuseof2">{{cite web |author=Joel Lee |title=Windows 10 Transformation Pack Gives a Facelift to Windows 7 & 8 |date=25 June 2015 |publisher=MakeUseOf |accessdate=2015-06-28 |url=https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-10-transformation-pack-gives-facelift-windows-7-8/}}</ref>


== Platforms ==
== Platforms ==
In addition to the desktop version for Windows operating systems,<ref>{{cite web |title=Braina – Artificial Intelligence Software for Windows |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/ |website=www.brainasoft.com}}</ref> Braina is also available for the iOS and Android operating systems.<ref>{{cite web |title=Braina PC Remote Voice Control – Apps on Google Play |url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainasoft.braina&hl=en&gl=US |website=Play Store |language=en}}</ref><ref name="zdnet"/><ref>{{cite web |title=Braina – Voice Control PC |url=https://apps.apple.com/us/app/braina-voice-control-pc/id1340996795 |website=App Store |date=15 February 2018}}</ref>
In addition to the desktop version for Windows operating systems,<ref name="Braina">{{cite web |title=Braina – Artificial Intelligence Software for Windows |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/ |website=www.brainasoft.com}}</ref> Braina is also available for the iOS and Android operating systems.<ref>{{cite web |title=Braina PC Remote Voice Control – Apps on Google Play |url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainasoft.braina&hl=en&gl=US |website=Play Store |language=en}}</ref><ref name="zdnet"/><ref>{{cite web |title=Braina – Voice Control PC |url=https://apps.apple.com/us/app/braina-voice-control-pc/id1340996795 |website=App Store |date=15 February 2018}}</ref>


The mobile version of Braina has a feature allowing remote management of a Windows PC connected via [[Wi-Fi]].<ref name="techradar.com,16ago2017">{{cite web|archive-date=16 August 2017|archive-url=https://archive.today/20170816123644/https://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-voice-recognition-software-of-2017|author=Darren Allan|date=16 August 2017|language=en|title=I dieci migliori software di riconoscimento vocale del 2017|url=https://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-voice-recognition-software-of-2017|url-status=live|website=techradar.com}}<!-- auto-translated by Module:CS1 translator --></ref>
The mobile version of Braina has a feature allowing remote management of a Windows PC connected via [[Wi-Fi]].<ref name="techradar.com,16ago2017">{{cite web|archive-date=16 August 2017|archive-url=https://archive.today/20170816123644/https://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-voice-recognition-software-of-2017|author=Darren Allan|date=16 August 2017|language=en|title=I dieci migliori software di riconoscimento vocale del 2017|url=https://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-voice-recognition-software-of-2017|url-status=live|website=techradar.com}}<!-- auto-translated by Module:CS1 translator --></ref>


== Distributions ==
== Distributions ==
Braina is distributed in multiple modes. These include Braina Lite, a freeware version with limitations,<ref name="zdnet">{{cite web |title=Free Artificial Intelligence (AI) software for your PC|accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://www.zdnet.com/article/free-artificial-intelligence-ai-software-for-your-pc/}}</ref> and premium versions Braina Pro,<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /> Pro Plus, and Pro Ultra.<ref name="braina_download">{{cite web |title=Download Braina Virtual Assistant|accessdate=2024-01-31 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/download.html}}</ref>
Braina is distributed in multiple modes. These include Braina Lite, a freeware version with limitations,<ref name="zdnet">{{cite web |title=Free Artificial Intelligence (AI) software for your PC|website=[[ZDNet]] |accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://www.zdnet.com/article/free-artificial-intelligence-ai-software-for-your-pc/}}</ref> and premium versions Braina Pro,<ref name="indiaai.gov.in" /> Pro Plus, and Pro Ultra.<ref name="braina_download">{{cite web |title=Download Braina Virtual Assistant|accessdate=2024-01-31 |url=https://www.brainasoft.com/braina/download.html}}</ref>


Some additional features in the Pro version include dictation, custom vocabulary,<ref name="asr_aviation"/> video transcription, automation,<ref name="zdnet"/> custom voice commands, and persistent LLM memory.
Some additional features in the Pro version include dictation, custom vocabulary,<ref name="asr_aviation"/> video transcription, automation,<ref name="zdnet"/> custom voice commands, and persistent LLM memory.


== Reception ==
== Reception ==
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[[TechRadar]] has consistently listed Braina as one of the best speech to text and virtual assistant apps between 2015 and 2024.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="TechRadar2024">{{cite web |title=Best speech-to-text app of 2024|date=29 September 2021 |accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app}}</ref><ref name="TechRadar2022">{{cite web | last=Turner | first=Brian | title=Best speech-to-text apps of 2022 | website=TechRadar | date=29 September 2021 | url=https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221008025823/https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-date=8 October 2022 }}</ref><ref name="TechRadar2021">{{cite web | last=Turner | first=Brian | title=Best speech-to-text apps of 2021 | website=TechRadar | date=29 September 2021 | url=https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211030032502/https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-date=30 October 2021 }}</ref>
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[[TechRadar]] has consistently listed Braina as one of the best dictation and virtual assistant apps between 2015 and 2024.<ref name="TechRadar" /><ref name="TechRadar2024">{{cite web |title=Best speech-to-text app of 2024|accessdate=2024-01-29 |url=https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app}}</ref><ref name="TechRadar2022">{{cite web | last=Turner | first=Brian | title=Best speech-to-text apps of 2022 | website=TechRadar | url=https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221008025823/https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-date=8 October 2022 }}</ref><ref name="TechRadar2021">{{cite web | last=Turner | first=Brian | title=Best speech-to-text apps of 2021 | website=TechRadar | url=https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211030032502/https://www.techradar.com/news/best-speech-to-text-app | archive-date=30 October 2021 }}</ref>


== References ==
== References ==

Revision as of 04:13, 12 June 2024

Braina
Developer(s)Brainasoft
Operating systemWindows
Available inEnglish
Type
LicenseProprietary
Websitewww.brainasoft.com/braina/

Braina is a virtual assistant[1][2] and speech-to-text dictation[3] application for Microsoft Windows developed by Brainasoft.[4] Braina uses natural language interface,[5] speech synthesis, and speech recognition technology[6] to interact with its users and allows them to use natural language sentences to perform various tasks on a computer in most languages of the world. The name Braina is a short form of “Brain Artificial”.[7][8]

Braina is marketed as a Microsoft Copilot alternative.[9] It provides a voice interface for several large language models, including GPT-3.5, GPT-4, Gemini Pro, Anthropic's Claude 2.1, and Mistral Small/Medium, while attempting to improve data privacy.[7] Braina also allows responses from its in-house large language models like Braina, Braina Swift, and Braina Pinnacle.[10] It has an "Artificial Brain"[7] feature that provides persistent memory support for supported LLMs. [11]

Features

Braina provides a single window environment to control computer and carry out various tasks.[12] Braina can take commands inputted through typing or speech recognition.[3] Braina adapts to user behavior over time and better anticipate needs.[4][12]

Speech to text dictation

Braina Pro can type the spoken words into the active window at the location of the cursor.[13][12][14] Braina supports around 100 languages for speech to text dictation.[2][7][15][12] It is able to isolate the recognition of a user's voice from any disturbing environmental factors, such as background noise,[16] other human voices, or external devices. Braina can also be used to dictate legal, medical and scientific jargons.[12][17] Users can also teach Braina uncommon names and vocabulary.[14] Users can edit or correct dictated text without using a keyboard or mouse by giving built-in voice commands.[12]

Text to speech

Braina can read selected text or e-books.[4][12]

Custom commands & automation

Braina can automate computer tasks.[18] It lets users create custom voice commands to perform tasks like opening files, programs or websites, check email, perform a keyboard or mouse macro etc.[4][19][20]

Transcription

The software can transcribe audio and video media file formats like wav, mp3, mp4 etc. to text.[21]

Notes

Braina can store and recall notes. Notes may include to-do items, chat conversations, memos, website snippets, website bookmarks, contacts, ideas etc.[12][22]

Reminders & scheduled tasks

Users can set an alarm, reminder or schedule commands with the help of Braina. [4][12]

Generate images from text

Brainasoft states that Braina can generate images from text using text to image models like Stable Diffusion, Dall-E etc.[23]

Miscellaneous

Braina can find information on web, search files, search and play music, perform mathematics, and control open windows or programs.[12][19][4][24]

Platforms

In addition to the desktop version for Windows operating systems,[23] Braina is also available for the iOS and Android operating systems.[25][3][26]

The mobile version of Braina has a feature allowing remote management of a Windows PC connected via Wi-Fi.[27]

Distributions

Braina is distributed in multiple modes. These include Braina Lite, a freeware version with limitations,[3] and premium versions Braina Pro,[12] Pro Plus, and Pro Ultra.[28]

Some additional features in the Pro version include dictation, custom vocabulary,[16] video transcription, automation,[3] custom voice commands, and persistent LLM memory.

Reception

TechRadar has consistently listed Braina as one of the best speech to text and virtual assistant apps between 2015 and 2024.[4][29][30][31]

References

  1. ^ King, Leo (15 December 2015). "Top 8 virtual personal assistants". Raconteur. Archived from the original on 26 July 2023.
  2. ^ a b Igor Bošnjak; Luka Šaravanja; Eva Čuljak; Željko Stojkić (2021). "Planning and implementation of Digital Assistance System at University of Mostar Learning Factory". 11th Conference on Learning Factories, CLF2021 (2021). SSRN: 3–4. doi:10.2139/ssrn.3858378. S2CID 242604709.
  3. ^ a b c d e "Free Artificial Intelligence (AI) software for your PC". ZDNet. Retrieved 2024-01-29.
  4. ^ a b c d e f g Mark Pickavance (21 April 2022). "Braina Pro review". Future plc. Retrieved 2023-08-09.
  5. ^ Vladimir A. Fomichov; Alexander A. Razorenov (2014). "The Design of A Natural Language Interface for File System Operations on the basis of a Structured Meanings Model". Procedia Computer Science. 31 (2014). Elsevier: 1005–1011. doi:10.1016/j.procs.2014.05.353.
  6. ^ "Braina Speech Recognition Software". Braina. Retrieved 2023-09-20.
  7. ^ a b c d Robert Ciesla (14 January 2024). The Current Era of Chatbots, From ELIZA to ChatGPT. Springer Publishing. doi:10.1007/978-3-031-51004-5_4.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link)
  8. ^ "Braina Homepage". Retrieved 2015-01-10.
  9. ^ "Microsoft Copilot Alternative for PC". Retrieved 2024-01-28.
  10. ^ "ChatGPT for PC". Retrieved 2023-08-09.
  11. ^ "Persistent Memory for LLM – Personal AI". Retrieved 2024-01-28.
  12. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "Analysing Braina - An intelligent personal assistant". Retrieved 2024-01-29.
  13. ^ "Dictation software for PC". Retrieved 2024-01-28.
  14. ^ a b Stacey Nguyen. "8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster". Lifewire. Retrieved 2024-02-01.
  15. ^ "Best Free Artificial Intelligence software for Windows 11/10". 18 April 2022. Retrieved 2024-01-29.
  16. ^ a b Gaojian Huang; Brandon J. Pitts, Ph.D. (2019). "Automated Speech Recognition Technology to Support in Flight Weather Related Communication for GA Pilots". 20th International Symposium on Aviation Psychology, 468-473 (2019). Wright State University: 469.
  17. ^ Dr. Kader Sara Esther; Eckert, Anne M.; Dr. Gural-Toth (2021). "Voice-to-Text Technology for Patients with Hearing Loss". The Hearing Journal. 74 (2). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins: 11, 14, 15. doi:10.1097/01.HJ.0000734212.09840.d7.
  18. ^ Clifford Chi. "8 Voice-to-Text Software That'll Help You Work Faster". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
  19. ^ a b Neeraj Paruthi (15 September 2021). "Why Braina Is My Preferred Virtual Assistant on Windows". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
  20. ^ Daniel Martin (24 March 2021). "Best dictation software". Digital Trends. Retrieved 2024-02-01.
  21. ^ "Automatic Video & Audio Transcription". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
  22. ^ "Note taking with voice commands". Retrieved 2024-02-01.
  23. ^ a b "Braina – Artificial Intelligence Software for Windows". www.brainasoft.com.
  24. ^ Joel Lee (25 June 2015). "Windows 10 Transformation Pack Gives a Facelift to Windows 7 & 8". MakeUseOf. Retrieved 2015-06-28.
  25. ^ "Braina PC Remote Voice Control – Apps on Google Play". Play Store.
  26. ^ "Braina – Voice Control PC". App Store. 15 February 2018.
  27. ^ Darren Allan (16 August 2017). "I dieci migliori software di riconoscimento vocale del 2017". techradar.com. Archived from the original on 16 August 2017.
  28. ^ "Download Braina Virtual Assistant". Retrieved 2024-01-31.
  29. ^ "Best speech-to-text app of 2024". 29 September 2021. Retrieved 2024-01-29.
  30. ^ Turner, Brian (29 September 2021). "Best speech-to-text apps of 2022". TechRadar. Archived from the original on 8 October 2022.
  31. ^ Turner, Brian (29 September 2021). "Best speech-to-text apps of 2021". TechRadar. Archived from the original on 30 October 2021.
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