Great App for Dictation!
中文辨識準確度很高，大部分標點符號都可以讀到。唯 開/閂引號和專名號無法讀出。整體上很不錯👍
Response from developer
多謝支持，會繼續努力🙏🏻
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Easily create dictation practice from photos of your child's homework. The app reads words and sentences aloud in multiple languages, tracks progress, and simulates mock dictations to prepare for tests. It helps identify weak words and offers guided practice.
✓Photograph lists for automatic text recognition
✓Adjustable audio playback in Cantonese, Mandarin, or English
✓Progress tracking for individual words
✓Simulated mock dictations
✓Offline word list storage
✓Customizable speech rate and punctuation settings
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What's New in 香港小學默書通 Dictation Buddy
1.2.3
November 9, 2026
Easier editing and deleting. • Swipe an item left to show Edit and Delete buttons, instead of deleting on swipe • Edit words and sentences right on the dictation page • The practice list view has previous / next controls and marks the current question • Other interface improvements and bug fixes
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FAQ
How does Dictation Buddy work?
You photograph your child's dictation list, and the app converts it into audio practice. It can read words and sentences aloud in Cantonese, Mandarin, or English, and tracks your child's progress on specific words.
What languages does Dictation Buddy support?
Dictation Buddy supports Cantonese and Mandarin for Chinese, and offers British or American accents for English. This allows for practice with mixed Chinese/English lists.
Can Dictation Buddy be used offline?
While text recognition and speech generation require a network connection, word lists and results are stored on your device, allowing for practice sessions without constant internet access.
How does Dictation Buddy track progress?
The app shows the last two results for each word, making it easy to identify characters that need more work. It also logs real school scores to maintain a term average.
Does Dictation Buddy have ads?
Yes, Dictation Buddy contains advertisements. As it is a free application, ads are displayed to support its development and operation.
What devices is Dictation Buddy compatible with?
Dictation Buddy is a universal app, meaning it is compatible with both iPhone and iPad devices. It requires iOS 17 or later.
How does Dictation Buddy prepare for mock dictations?
It offers a 'Mock Dictation' mode that runs according to your school's rules, including word repetition counts, fixed writing time, and no replays. It also includes a countdown pacing feature.
Is there a cost to use Dictation Buddy?
Dictation Buddy is available for free. The app is supported by advertisements.
