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OLYMPUS Dictation for iPhone

OLYMPUS Dictation for iPhone

by OM Digital Solutions Corporation

39 ratings
66 reviews
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Archived App (Last seen on 9 Apr 2025)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

Released
September 24, 2013
Updated
September 30, 2024

Developer

OM Digital Solutions Corporation
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About

This professional dictation app allows users to create, edit, and annotate voice recordings. It integrates with a cloud-based transcription service for enhanced workflow and security, offering features like priority setting and encrypted data transfer.

βœ“Record, insert, and overwrite dictations
βœ“Attach pictures to recordings
βœ“Priority setting for dictations
βœ“Secure data transfer with encryption
βœ“Integration with transcription workflows
βœ“Support for DSS and DSS Pro audio formats
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What users say about OLYMPUS Dictation for iPhone

Reviews of OLYMPUS Dictation for iPhone are mostly negative: the Business app is rated 2.1/5 from 39 App Store ratings. What users like most: great concept for dictation, secure dictations. Top complaints: app crashes frequently, unreadable search box. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • πŸ‘Great concept for dictation
  • πŸ”’Secure dictations
  • πŸ‘Simple and effective
  • πŸ‘Brilliant interface
  • πŸ‘Reliable and easy to use

Negative things

  • πŸ›App crashes frequently
  • πŸ›Unreadable search box
  • πŸ›Lag on starting dictation
  • πŸ›Files unreadable
  • πŸ›Server issues, dictations not sent/received
  • πŸ›App stopped working after updates
  • πŸ›Useless if cannot upload to server
  • πŸ›Expensive licensing fees
  • πŸ›Confusing licensing
  • πŸ›Subscription model disliked
  • πŸ›New server model is inefficient
  • πŸ›Static in received emails
  • πŸ›DS2 files not compatible with some systems
  • πŸ›M4a format not usable with PC
  • πŸ›Requires ODDS subscription for usable formats
  • πŸ›Not compatible with live calls
  • πŸ›Flashair card not identified with new iOS
  • πŸ›Cannot import DSS/DS2 files
  • πŸ›AAC format not compatible with work
  • πŸ›Cannot email via Outlook
  • πŸ›Microphone access issues
  • πŸ›Lost important recordings
  • πŸ›M4p format not usable with PC
  • πŸ›Does not allow recording in DSS format
  • πŸ›SFTP connections do not work
  • πŸ›Freezes on recording attempt
  • πŸ›Cannot import into DSS player
  • πŸ›Error: Conversion failed when emailing
  • πŸ›App hangs during email conversion
  • πŸ›Recording mode self-terminates
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What's New in OLYMPUS Dictation for iPhone

2.2.4

September 30, 2024

NEW: Support of iOS18

User reviews

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App keeps crashing, and I paid $100

The concept of this is great - dictate on the go and send to your transcriptions. I even spent $110 for an annual subscription to use the app. Unfortunately, the app crashes every time I try to open it. Can someone please fix this?
SShellyD1979

Secure but shoddy

Are you paying attention to the feedback? This software needs improving, on review of a file I cannot easily read the information in the file name - it takes more names than it will re show.

Ok, it seems secure. So that’s a major selling point, but it’s a quite shoddy piece of software, either from a company that’s not considering how it’s used or ignoring how it’s used. File naming should accept cut and paste. If I dictate several files, with a name of each case/ dictation it’s impossible as structured to read what I’ve written. You might need a better, searchable way of naming files or putting info. The search box is dark, text is dark, it’s unreadable. There’s a lag on starting dictation. It would be useful to have a way to mark a recording, between topics/ cases/ pieces - for me it’s individuals details on dictation. I want to send one file for all the people on one day. It’s not freeware, you update it very infrequently, work for your money!
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Kkbeano

App crashes

Ever since I updated my iPhone to 15.6.1 it will not open or load. Fix it!
CCriddle08

Olympus Dictation for IPhone

Works well with IPhone 12 Pro until it doesn’t .

Company and local IT Dept have no solutions!
JJRP2801

Wow

I was looking into this for my boss because he needs a new Dictaphone I thought this might be a better way as he already has an iPhone. However after seeing the reviews I guess will go a different route. Olympus you really need to think about changing your policy on this.
SSSleepless in Silence
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Reported Bugs

32 issues

App crashes every time it's opened

Bug

App will not open or load after iPhone update

Bug

File name information not easily readable

Bug

Search box is dark, text is dark, unreadable

Bug

Lag on starting dictation

Bug

Dictations have not been able to be sent and/or received

Bug

App has stopped working again after a 'fix'

Bug

Cannot upload to the server

Bug

Files arrived unreadable

Bug

Emails that showed up to my secretary are nothing but static

Bug

Flash air doesn’t work with new iOS

Bug

Microphone access doesn’t work, no request for access

Bug

Does not work with iPhone XS, no way of activating the microphone

Bug

Microphone doesn’t work in later versions of iOS

Bug

App is useless otherwise, needs attention

Bug

Will not recognize the microphone on iPhone XS

Bug

App doesn’t request access to the microphone

Bug

Does not work on iPhone XR, awaiting software update

Bug

Recording button no longer works with iOS 12.1

Bug

App no longer shows up in privacy > microphone

Bug

iPhone X is not compatible, please allow access to microphone

Bug

Doesn't request access to the mic so can't be used

Bug

Lost many important recordings

Bug

Phone no longer has the recording when it is sent

Bug

Recording is gone if email sent does not make it to the email address

Bug

App doesn’t not allow you to record in dss format

Bug

SFTP connections do not work

Bug

Freezes on initial attempt to record anything

Bug

Error message 'conversion failed' when trying to email

Bug

Hangs and resets when trying to send by email

Bug

Hangs and resets during the conversion process

Bug

New recording mode self terminates after one second

Bug
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Requested Features

13 requests

Better, searchable way of naming files

Feature

Way to mark recordings between topics/cases

Feature

File naming should accept cut and paste

Feature

Ability to import DSS/DS2 files

Feature

Outlook integration for emailing dictations

Feature

Ability to save to cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox)

Feature

Add DNS transcribing feature

Feature

Allow saving to cloud drives and Olympus Sonority PC application

Feature

Set Record button default to 'Insert'

Feature

Ability to import DSS/DS2 files

Feature

Record in DSS format

Feature

Allow saving to cloud drives

Feature

Ability to set Record button default to 'Insert'

Feature

FAQ

What does the OLYMPUS Dictation app do?

This app is a professional dictation tool that allows you to create, edit, and annotate voice recordings. It is designed to integrate seamlessly with the Olympus Dictation Delivery Service (ODDS) for enhanced workflow and secure collaboration.

What are the key features of this dictation app?

Key features include the ability to record, insert, and overwrite dictations, attach pictures to recordings for reference, set dictation priority, and securely transfer files using industry-standard encryption. It also supports DSS and DSS Pro audio formats and integrates with existing transcription workflows.

How much does the OLYMPUS Dictation app cost?

The app itself is free to download, but it requires an account with the Olympus Dictation Delivery Service (ODDS), which is a cloud-based subscription service. A 60-day free trial of ODDS is available directly within the app.

Is this app compatible with my device?

This application is specifically designed for iPhone. An ODDS account is required to use the app's full functionality, and users may need to follow a setup wizard to migrate data and settings if upgrading.

Who is the target audience for this app?

The app is intended for professionals and corporate users who need a robust and secure solution for dictation and transcription. It's ideal for those who want to streamline their workflow and collaborate on voice recordings efficiently.