Supported Hardware
macOS-Specific Features
Fn Key Support
The Fn key is available as a shortcut on macOS (not available on Windows). It’s the default transcription trigger — simple, accessible, and doesn’t conflict with other shortcuts.Hide Dock Icon
Make Vowen a pure background app: Settings > General > Hide Dock Icon. Access it exclusively from the menu bar.CoreML Models
Parakeet uses Apple’s CoreML format on macOS, optimized for Apple Silicon’s Neural Engine. This gives fast, efficient local transcription.Menu Bar
Vowen appears in the macOS menu bar. Click for quick access to settings, model switching, and meeting notes controls.Template Icons
Menu bar icons automatically adapt to your macOS light/dark appearance.Permissions Required
Keyboard Shortcuts
Recommended Model for macOS
For Apple Silicon Macs, Parakeet offers the best speed-to-accuracy ratio with streaming support. For maximum accuracy, use Groq Whisper Large v3 (cloud, free tier).Have a macOS-specific question? See the macOS FAQ.