# audiOS Terminal Keyboard — Voice Keyboard That Just Works

> Voice-to-text keyboard transcribing speech in real-time for iOS apps. (iPhone/iPad app by Luis Gutierrez.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audios-terminal-keyboard/id6758752864 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Luis Gutierrez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874808515)
- Category: Utilities, Developer Tools
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $4.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 17 MB
- Released: 2026-03-10
- Data updated: 2026-07-09
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audios-terminal-keyboard/id6758752864/reviews.md

## What is audiOS Terminal Keyboard?

Voice-to-text keyboard that turns speech into text faster than you can type.

audiOS sits in your keyboard tray and transcribes speech in near-real-time using Groq's Whisper API. Speak naturally.

WORKS EVERYWHERE
• iMessage, WhatsApp, Slack, Notes, Mail, social media — anywhere the iOS keyboard works
• ARM/DISARM safety switch — armed mode submits text with a newline, disarmed mode inserts only. No accidental sends.
• Built-in TMUX / Claude Code shortcut pages for terminal power users

HOW IT WORKS
1. Open the audiOS app and tap START to activate the background audio service
2. Switch to any app and select the audiOS keyboard
3. Tap REC to record — speak naturally
4. Watch your transcript appear in real-time on the keyboard display
5. Tap INSERT to paste text

POWER FEATURES:
• LIFT - Cut the text before your cursor into a stack, INSERT to paste it anywhere else
• ARM - **Claude Code only** ARM-up: INSERT adds a newline, ARM-down: INSERT submits the prompt
• AUTO - **Claude Code only** Automatically press INSERT every 1 second

LIVE ACTIVITY
Recording status appears on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island so you always know when the mic is hot.

FINE-TUNE YOUR EXPERIENCE
• Groq timeout slider — choose how long to wait for cloud transcription (5–60 seconds) before falling back to on-device dictation
• Idle shutdown control — keep the audio service alive from 5 minutes to 4 hours depending on your workflow

HARDWARE AESTHETIC
Inspired by legendary field recorders. Convex mechanical buttons with haptic feedback and tape-deck sound effects. An OLED-style display. It's a real device.

14-DAY FREE TRIAL
Try audiOS free for 14 days. $4.99 one-time purchase after trial.

Audio is sent to Groq's Whisper API via our proxy server for transcription. No audio is stored on our servers. See our privacy policy for details.

Requires iOS 17.0+. Keyboard extension requires Full Access enabled in Settings.
Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Real-time speech transcription
- Works in any iOS app
- Safety switch for accidental sends
- Terminal shortcuts
- Live Activity status
- Hardware-inspired aesthetic

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| audiOS Pro | $4.99 | per month |



## Frequently asked questions about audiOS Terminal Keyboard

### What is audiOS Terminal Keyboard?

audiOS Terminal Keyboard is a voice-to-text keyboard that transcribes speech into text in near real-time. It works across all iOS applications where the standard keyboard is supported.

### How does audiOS Terminal Keyboard work?

You activate the background audio service in the audiOS app, then switch to the audiOS keyboard in any app. Tap 'REC' to record your speech, and the transcript appears in real-time on the keyboard display before you insert it.

### Does audiOS Terminal Keyboard have ads?

No, audiOS Terminal Keyboard does not contain advertisements. The app is free to try with a 14-day trial, followed by a $4.99 one-time purchase.

### What are the power features of audiOS Terminal Keyboard?

Power features include LIFT to cut and paste text, ARM for specific Claude Code interactions (adding newlines or submitting prompts), and AUTO to automatically press INSERT every second.

### Is audiOS Terminal Keyboard safe to use?

Yes, audiOS Terminal Keyboard includes an ARM/DISARM safety switch. Armed mode submits text with a newline, while disarmed mode only inserts text, preventing accidental sends. Audio is sent to Groq's Whisper API via a proxy server and is not stored on their servers.

### What devices and iOS versions are supported by audiOS Terminal Keyboard?

audiOS Terminal Keyboard requires iOS 17.0+ and is supported on iPhone. Full access must be enabled in Settings for the keyboard extension to function.

### How often is audiOS Terminal Keyboard updated?

The latest version, 1.2, was released on May 31, 2026. The app is actively developed, with updates typically released to improve performance and add features.

### What is the pricing for audiOS Terminal Keyboard?

audiOS Terminal Keyboard offers a 14-day free trial. After the trial period, it costs $4.99 as a one-time purchase.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-05-31

DEL/UNDO ROCKER
- Drag to delete or reinsert text at variable speed

LOG WHEEL
- Scroll through and insert previous transcripts directly into any text field

### 1.1 — 2026-03-23

Adds LIFT key
Adds AUTO key
Adds local transcript logging
Adds SETUP screen
Adds ABOUT screen
Improved dictation fallback scheme
Major overhaul behind the scenes

### 1.0 — 2026-03-10

No release notes.

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