# QalbeQal: Amharic voice typing — Amharic keyboard & dictation

> Amharic voice typing and keyboard with Fidel script conversion. (iPhone/iPad app by Yared Sima.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qalbeqal-amharic-voice-typing/id6798427010 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yared Sima](https://appshunter.io/developer/6798427012)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 88 MB
- Released: 2026-10-08
- Data updated: 2026-10-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qalbeqal-amharic-voice-typing/id6798427010/reviews.md

## What is QalbeQal?

QalbeQal (kal be-kal, "word for word") turns spoken Amharic into readable Fidel.

Record a message or a thought, then copy or share the text. QalbeQal adds Ethiopic punctuation while keeping the focus on what you said.

WRITE WITH YOUR VOICE
Tap the microphone, speak Amharic and tap again to finish. Use the result in a message, a note or wherever you write. Amharic dictation requires an internet connection.

A FIDEL KEYBOARD
Type Amharic with live vowel previews. Hold a letter to choose its other forms. Word suggestions help while you type, and you can choose spelling fixes. Switch to English typing when you need it; English autocorrect can be undone.

DICTATE IN YOUR MESSAGE
Add the QalbeQal keyboard, allow Full Access for dictation and enable a keyboard session in the QalbeQal app. Then use its voice control in another app to dictate Amharic where you are writing. Regular keyboard typing works without a dictation session.

FIND A PAST THOUGHT
Your recent dictations stay on your iPhone. Search your history, expand a note and copy it again. History keeps your latest 200 dictations and does not sync between devices.

YOUR CHOICES
Keyboard typing can learn on this phone; you can turn learning off or forget learned words. Voice recordings are processed through the cloud to return a transcript. Sharing recordings to improve Amharic recognition is a separate choice, off by default. You can delete your account and device-linked data from inside the app.

DAILY FREE MINUTES
Start with 3 minutes of dictation a day without a named account, or sign in with Apple or Google for 7 minutes a day. The app shows your available allowance. This version has no in-app purchases or subscriptions.

The interface is available in Amharic or English. QalbeQal voice dictation on iPhone is for Amharic; English keyboard typing is a separate feature.

Support and privacy information: qalbeqal.app

## Key features

- Amharic voice dictation
- Fidel keyboard with live vowel previews
- Ethiopic punctuation
- Word suggestions and spelling fixes
- History of recent dictations
- English typing with autocorrect

## Is QalbeQal safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess QalbeQal.

## Is QalbeQal legit?

QalbeQal: Amharic voice typing has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for QalbeQal is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qalbeqal-amharic-voice-typing/id6798427010/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love it

*2026-10-16*

Works perfectly and the letters looking nice too

## Frequently asked questions about QalbeQal

### Does QalbeQal have ads?

No, QalbeQal is ad-free. The app does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### How many free dictation minutes does QalbeQal offer daily?

Users start with 3 minutes of dictation per day without an account. Signing in with Apple or Google increases this to 7 minutes daily.

### What is the update frequency for QalbeQal?

The app was last updated on October 21, 2026, indicating active development. Specific update intervals are not provided but suggest regular improvements.

### What devices is QalbeQal available on?

QalbeQal is currently available for iPhone. Support for other devices is not mentioned in the provided data.

### How does QalbeQal handle user data and privacy?

Voice recordings are cloud-processed for transcription, with an option to opt-in for sharing to improve recognition. Users can delete their account and device-linked data from within the app.

### Can I use QalbeQal for English typing?

Yes, QalbeQal includes a separate feature for English typing with autocorrect. This functions independently of the Amharic dictation and keyboard features.

### What is the age rating for QalbeQal?

QalbeQal has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and general audiences.

### Does QalbeQal support offline dictation?

No, Amharic dictation requires an internet connection. However, regular keyboard typing functions without a dictation session and does not require internet.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2026-10-21

Long dictations now keep all parts of your note.

This update also adds Amharic and English keyboard word suggestions, English autocorrect with undo, and spelling suggestions you can choose while typing Amharic.

Keyboard voice controls are clearer, recording chimes are optional, and dictation handles interruptions and switching between apps more reliably.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-10-10

New Fidel keyboard: tap the consonant, pick the vowel; hold a key for all seven forms. Hold the globe key to switch to it in any app. Welcome gift: sign in and get 15 minutes a day free for 14 days. A calmer first run, with tips on the screen the first time you use it. Dictation started from the keyboard now types itself when it is ready. Bug fixes.

### 1.0 — 2026-10-08

No release notes.

## Apps similar to QalbeQal

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Ivoney: Website for Pros](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivoney-website-for-pros/id6736348928) | — | Free | Productivity |
| [Habitus - Task Manager](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habitus-task-manager/id6447605855) | 2.0 (1) | Free | Productivity |
| [Amharic Eng Translator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amharic-eng-translator/id6762126006) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Productivity |
| [AutoScribe: AI Reply Keyboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autoscribe-ai-reply-keyboard/id6743654309) | — | Free | Productivity |
| [Ethiopian Calendar & Widgets](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ethiopian-calendar-and-widgets/id6761394400) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Productivity |
| [Addis AI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/addis-ai/id6748835704) | 4.0 (11) | Free | Productivity |

## Related topics

[mezmure dawit amharic](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mezmure-dawit-amharic)

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-10-31.*