# MimiLoop — Train your pronunciation loop.

> Train your pronunciation loop. (iPhone/iPad app by Keisuke Isono.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mimiloop/id6753896923 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Keisuke Isono](https://appshunter.io/developer/519356168)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2025-10-16
- Data updated: 2026-05-18
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mimiloop/id6753896923/reviews.md

## What is MimiLoop?

MimiLoop helps you master pronunciation through repetition and awareness. Practice efficiently with four dedicated tabs.

4-Tab Interface

Exemplars
Import audio files or generate model pronunciation with English TTS. You can also import from other apps using the Share menu. Add multiple references per topic.

Recordings
Record unlimited takes, star your favorites, and track your progress over time. Import audio files (m4a/wav/mp3) from the Files app, or from other apps using the Share menu.

Comparison
Play your recording and exemplar side-by-side. Choose alternating or simultaneous playback with adjustable speed and loop mode.

Focus
Long-press any word to create targeted practice segments. Automatically extracts audio from all exemplars for that specific section.

Key Features

Playback Controls
• Speed adjustment: 0.25x, 0.5x, 0.75x, 1.0x (pitch-preserved)
• Precision seeking: ±0.5s or ±1.0s jumps
• Loop playback for intensive practice
• Each tab remembers your settings

Speech Recognition
• Tap word chips to jump to exact timing
• Long press to select, then long press again to start Focus mode, look up in dictionary, or search on YouGlish
• On-device STT processing (English only)

Organization
• Unlimited topics with custom text and IPA notation
• Drag and drop to reorder topics, recordings, and exemplars
• Tag system and favorites
• Full-text search

Data Management
• Backup & Restore: Export as ZIP with automatic backups
• Storage Management: View usage and bulk delete
• Bulk Trim: Remove silence from all recordings

Export & Privacy
• Export recordings as m4a or wav
• All data stays on your device
• No accounts, no cloud uploads, no tracking

Recommended for language learners, public speakers, and anyone who wants to practice pronunciation repeatedly.

Requirements: iOS 17.0 or later

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.1 — 2026-02-05

Enhanced IPA (phonetic notation) features.

[Pronunciation Variant Selector]
Words with multiple candidates are highlighted in IPA conversion. Tap to choose your preferred pronunciation.

[IPA Settings Screen]
Toggle weak form preferences on/off in Settings > IPA Settings. You can also add custom weak form words.

### 1.6.0 — 2026-01-27

What's New in 1.6.0:

• IPA Auto-Convert: Convert English text to IPA symbols using the CMU dictionary. Results may need manual adjustment.
• Weak Form Priority: Common function words (the, a, to, etc.) show weak form pronunciations first.

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.5.2 — 2026-01-25

New Phonetic Symbol Keyboard!

Enter phonetic symbols easily with the new dedicated keyboard. No more copy-pasting from reference sites—just tap the phonetic field and start typing.

Also includes:
• Share Extension now remembers your last selection
• Stability and performance improvements

### 1.5.1 — 2026-01-07

• Import progress indicator
• Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.5.0 — 2026-01-05

New Features:
- Import audio files from other apps
  - Select MimiLoop from the share menu in Notes, Voice Memos, Safari, etc.
  - Supported formats: m4a, wav, mp3

- Automatic transcription of imported audio
  - Speech recognition runs automatically when importing audio

Improvements:
- Stability improvements

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All apps by Keisuke Isono: https://appshunter.io/developer/519356168

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